AUDITIONS

Open to anyone over  the age of 15 - We strongly believe that diversity of all kinds contributes to a broader theatrical perspective and we warmly encourage applicants from the many diverse communities to audition! 

About the Show:

Las Positas College Theater Arts is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Eugene O'Neill Foundation and the National Park Service.

Following the Las Positas College Black Box performances, we will tour our productions to Tao House in Danville for an extended run!

Together, we will present two unforgettable evenings of performance celebrating the works of Eugene O'Neill and his contemporaries. These special performances will take place at O'Neill's historic Danville home, Tao House, which has been designated a National Historic Landmark since 1976.

Join us for powerful storytelling and rich theatrical history in the very place where some of O'Neill's greatest works were created.

Directed by Dyan McBride

About the Selections

You can read any of these selections by clicking on the title

The Bear by Anton Chekhov

This lively one-act comedy by Anton Chekhov centers on the explosive encounter between Elena, a grieving widow determined to preserve her husband’s memory, and Smirnov, a brash, debt-collecting landowner. Their heated battle of wits and wills unexpectedly gives way to romantic sparks, proving that love can strike at the most unlikely moments. Filled with biting humor and sharp dialogue, The Bear offers actors the chance to embody bold, exaggerated characters and revel in comedic timing.

Thirst by Eugene O'Neill

Set adrift in a lifeboat after a shipwreck, three strangers—a gentleman, a dancer, and a sailor—struggle against physical exhaustion, psychological torment, and the unrelenting sun. Eugene O’Neill’s gripping short play delves into human desperation and the instinct for survival, creating a tense and raw atmosphere that challenges actors to explore complex emotions and intimate dynamics in this intense character-driven piece.

Trifles by Susan Glaspell

In this chilling one-act drama, a small-town murder investigation unfolds as two women uncover key evidence overlooked by their dismissive male counterparts. As they piece together the emotional and circumstantial “trifles” of a domestic life turned tragic, they find themselves grappling with questions of justice, empathy, and gender dynamics. Trifles offers actors the opportunity to inhabit richly detailed characters and deliver a powerful critique of societal roles in a gripping, thought-provoking narrative.

 

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WHEN: 

In Person Auditions are scheduled for Thursday January 23, 2025 from 5:30PM-8:30PM at Las Positas College, Bldg 4000, 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Livermore, CA 94551

To sign up for a spot, please visit:  https://signup.com/go/HyXYeQT 

Callback materials will be made available, if selected, no later than
8PM on 1/26/2025.

In-Person Callbacks are by invitation only on
Monday January 27  beginning at 5:30PM 

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WHAT to Prepare for Auditions:

• 1 minute monologue, comedic or dramatic, written between 1880-1925
• Resume & Headshot, if you have one

Schedule:

MArch 31-April 25 Mon/Tues/Wed/ 6PM-10PM   (Rehearsals)
April 28-May 1   Mon-Thu  5-11PM (tech week)
May 2-4 Fri/Sat/Sun performances at LPC
May 10  Tao House Load in (danville) - Time TBD
May 10-11 Sat/Sun performances at Tao House in Danville
May 11 Strike, return to LPC

**Note: Cast members will be required to enroll in THEA47 (a/b/c or d) (3 Units) at Las Positas College in Livermore, CA (Approx $150). Scholarships available for demonstrated need. Enrollment must be completed before January 9, 2025 

 

For more questions regarding auditions, or for assistance and guidance in preparations, please contact
Titian Lish at tlish@laspositascollege.edu 

 

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Tips for Success

For more tips on how to prepare for an audition, check out the video series below!