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CASTING UNDERSTUDY ROLES for
Machine Made written and Directed by Shepsu Aakhu
Thursday 4/3/2025 at the Greenhouse Theater Center 2257 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Time: 6-8pm
Casting
CHARLES THURMAN
Black man. 50+ (Believable 90 year old) Chicago politician
Description
In this tour de force, Shepsu Aakhu explores the memories of Chuck Bowen, a “machine made” public servant who rose to prominence in the Democratic Party of the 1950s and who now in his mid-90’s continues to have the ear of the powerful. Covering his entrance into the party during the same period as Harold Washington, Chuck’s story covers the intersection of policing, organized crime, the policy racket, housing and urban development, the patronage system and the uneasy bargains that helped to define a century of life in this city. Through his unique perspective we glimpse the epic moments of his life and that of Chicago with humor, warmth, wisdom, and an honesty that only a political insider can provide.
Stipend: $200
rehearsals are in progress March 5 – April 26.
show opens on April 27
closes June 1
Submit your Headshot and resume to: Casting@mpaact.org
Material to Prepare:
2 min monologue and sides will be provided
Time Commitment:
rehearsals are in progress March 5 - April 26.
show opens on April 27
closes June 1
Character Type/Restrictions:
CHARLES THURMAN
Black man. 50+ (Believable 90 year old) Chicago politician
To apply for this job email your details to casting@mpaact.org