Upcoming Auditions
Join the City Park Players family – come and audition for a show! All CPP auditions are open to everyone – both experienced actors and first-timers! We love to meet new people in our community, and we’d love for you to join us!
Anyone interested in working backstage (set construction, set painting, stage crew) is also invited to attend an audition – we’d love to chat!
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
by Simon Stephens, Mark Haddon
AUDITIONS: Mon, June 2- 6pm & Sat, June 7 – 10am
Kress Theater, 1102 Third St, Alexandria
PERFORMANCE DATES: Aug 14-24
DIRECTED BY: Jared Guillory
Drama – 15-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Now it is 7 minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork.
Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington, and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world. 2025 Richard Gwartney Series Show.
Winner of the 2013 Tony Award® for Best Play.
“The Curious Incident is … a play that works on every level — crowd-pleasing, eye-opening, life-affirming and unmissable.” – TIME Magazine
Cast needed: 5 men, 5 women (doubling)
Characters:
Christopher Boone – (must look late teens) searching for the killer of his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. He is on the autism spectrum.
Siobhan – (any age), teacher at Christopher’s school.
Ed Boone – (35-50) Christopher’s father.
Judy – (35–50) Christopher’s mother.
Actor 1 – female (late 30s–50s), plays Mrs. Shears, Mrs. Gascoyne, Woman on Train, Shopkeeper
Actor 2 – male (40s–50s), plays Roger Shears, Duty Sergeant, Mr. Wise, Man Behind Counter, Drunk One
Actor 3 – male (20s–40s), plays Policeman, Mr. Thompson, Drunk Two, Man with Socks, London Policeman
Actor 4 – male (50s–60s), plays Reverend Peters, Uncle Terry, Station Policeman, Station Guard
Actor 5 – female (20s), plays No. 40, Lady in the Street, Information, Punk Girl
Actor 6 – female (50s-60s), plays Mrs. Alexander, Posh Woman
Questions? Email us at cityparkplayers@gmail.com
CPP Audition FAQs
Where are auditions?
Auditions will be held in the lobby of Kress Theatre – at 1102 Third St, downtown Alexandria.
How should I prepare?
All CPP auditions are cold read auditions, which are auditions where you come in with nothing memorized; you will receive the material on arrival at your audition.
Do a little research of the show to become familiar with the characters, time period, and story.
Be punctual and adaptable!
How does an audition work?
When you arrive, you’ll be asked to complete an audition form. The show director will assign parts to everyone and you’ll read through excerpts together. The director will most likely ask you to read more than one part.
How long will it last?
About 1 hour.
When will the cast list be finalized?
Within 2 weeks of the audition date.
How much does it cost to be in a show?
Nothing! CPP is a community theatre and we don’t charge a production fee for cast and crew.
How can I become more involved with CPP?
From Board membership to front of house, we’re always searching for people who are interested in taking an active role with CPP. Send an email to cityparkplayers@gmail.com and let us know how you want to help. We’ll be in touch!
