Company is a musical comedy based on a book by George Furth with music
and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Its plot revolves around Bobby (a single man unable to commit fully to a steady relationship, the five married couples who are his best friends, and his three girlfriends.
All actors should be prepared to sing a song and do a 2/3min. monolog.
Sides for scenes will be provided.
Audition Dates
March 25 – 5:00 pm
March 26 – 6:30 pm
March 27- 6:30 pm
Call Backs
March 31 – TBD
Characters:
Robert – A sophisticated Peter Pan boy/ma who is about to celebrate
his 35th birthdayand is reticent about committing to a relationship.
The couples
Sarah – Learning karate and has issues with food and dieting.
Harry – Friendly and affable, but with a drinking problem.
Susan – A gracious Southern belle who suffers from fainting spells
Peter – Formerly Ivy League, possibly gay.
Jenny – Sweet, but a bit square
David – Chic and a bit controlling.
Amy – Neurotic, gets cold feet on her wedding day
Paul – Amy’s fiancé, Jewish, who has learned how to put up with her manic spells.
Joanne – Cynical and very acerbic. Only drinks with Robert.
Larry – Joanne’s third husband. Sweet and understanding.
The Girlfriends
April – A naive flight attendant. Self-described as “dumb”
Marta – Hip and vulgar. Loves New York.
Kathy – A small town girl, Robert’s long-time on-off girlfriend.-Dancer
Possible: male dancer to do Tick Tock dance with Kathy