THE VIEWING ROOM
By Mark Smith
Directed by Peter Gelblum
Performances:
May 19 – June 11, 2023 (Fri. and Sat. at 8 pm. Sun. at 2 pm)
All performances will be at Park Hall in Ben Lomond
Rehearsals will begin March 27, generally 7-10 pm Monday through Thursday. Rehearsals will be at Park Hall, except that the first few weeks may be elsewhere.
Audition Dates: (Choose one of the two dates to attend in person):
Prepare a one to two-minute monologue, unless you know that the director knows your work:
- February 26, 2-4 pm – Park Hall, 9400 Mill St., Ben Lomond
- February 27, 7-9 pm – Center Stage, 1001 Center St., Santa Cruz
Callbacks:
February 28, 7-9 pm – Center Stage
Available Roles:
- Matthew Dumbrosky – Mid 40’s. Youngest son. Witty. Sarcastic
- Florence Dumbrosky – Early 70’s. Mother. Ditzy. Traditionalist.
- Steven Dumbrosky – Early 50’s. Middle son. Ex-athlete. Arrogant.
- Patti Dumbrosky – Late 40’s. Oldest daughter. Nurse. Empathetic, Forgiving.
- Debby Dumbrosky – Early 40’s. Youngest daughter. Clairvoyant. [At one point, she purports to channel and speak in the voice of Chester.]
- Chet Jr. – Late 50’s. Eldest son. Estranged. Musician. Rebel. Stubborn.
- Jay Hollerbach –Any age. Undertaker. Good at his job. Solemn.
About the Show:
When he died, Chester Dumbrosky had a lot to be sorry for in his relationships with his wife and children. But he didn’t let death stop him – he appears at his own wake to try to make amends and heal old wounds. The ensuing uproarious laughter turns serious as his dysfunctional family seeks to resolve conflicts that everyone will recognize.
If you would like to read a perusal script, please contact the director at pbgelblum@gmail.com.
COVID-19 Vaccination Notice:
MCT is currently requiring vaccination as a requirement for casting. Please be prepared to show proof of vaccination status before casting. Masks may be required at rehearsals. Requirements are subject to change based on County, State and Federal recommendations.
