Barefoot in the Park

  • Non-Equity
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Website Jedlicka Performing Arts Center The Jedlicka Performing Arts Center

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center

Pay Rate: $400.00
Audition Date and Time: December 15th and 16th - by appointment (walk-ins will be seen when time allows).
Audition Location: Jedlicka Performing Arts Center on the campus of Morton College
Contact Person Email: micheal.kott@morton.edu
Contact Person Name: Micheal Kott

Celebrating our 100th Season!

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Barefoot in the Park (directed by Colton Schied) is one of the most beloved comedies of Neil Simon. Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter are over the moon to begin their life together in their new apartment in Manhattan. It may be small and a six-flight climb, the heating may be busted and snow may be falling through the skylight, but nothing can quash their newlywed bliss. Paul is a straight-laced lawyer and Corie a romantic free-spirit; nevertheless, opposites attract and the two are wild about each other. Corie decides to set her conservative widowed mother up with their eccentric, bohemian neighbor. A wild night ensues, one that highlights just how different Corie and Paul are. The young couple must learn how to accept and embrace their differences as they learn that marriage is no easy walk in the park.

Material to Prepare:

One comedic monologue - 2 minutes max.
There will be cold readings from the script.

Time Commitment:

Rehearsals: typically Sunday afternoons and 3 evenings during the week based on cast availability.

Performances Weekends February 14th thru March 1st

Character Type/Restrictions:

Cori Bratter: Female, 20-30. Corie is a free-spirited, energetic young woman who is deeply in love with her husband, Paul. She is optimistic, adventurous, and often acts on impulse, which often leads to entertaining but chaotic situations.

Paul Bratter: Male, 20-30. Paul is a more reserved and practical individual, contrasting Corie’s spontaneity. He is a lawyer who takes his job seriously and often finds himself caught between his wife’s desires for excitement and his own need for stability.

Ethel Banks: Female, mid to late 60s. Ethel is Corie’s mother and a widow. She is portrayed as a slightly more conservative and traditional character who often clashes with Corie’s carefree nature. However, Ethel’s love for her daughter shines through, and she adds a touch of wisdom and humor to the lived around her.

Victor Velasco: Male, mid to late 60s. Victor is the Bratters’ eccentric neighbor, who lives in the attic of their apartment building. He is a charming and flamboyant character who adds a dose of humor and excitement to the play. Victor’s presence allows for humorous interactions and exposes the contrasts between his extravagant lifestyle and the Bratters’ more conventional one.

Harry Pepper: Male, any adult age. Harry is the Bratters’ telephone repairman who ends up becoming entangled in their lives. He is a friendly and down-to-earth character who provides some comedic relief and adds an element of surprise to the storyline.

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