AUDITION NOTICE
The Birds and the Bees, by Mark Crawford
Directed by Francesca Brugnano / Produced by Michelle Spanik
Newly divorced Sarah has moved back home to live with her mom, Gail. But Gail has other things on her mind; why do her honeybees keep dying, what’s the deal with her flirtatious neighbour Earl, and what’s the secret that Ben, the studious Masters student, is hiding? This comedy examines all types of relationships and will leave you with a full heart.
CAST REQUIRED
SARAH: F – 30s-40s, a recently separated turkey farmer whose life has been turned upside-down. She is Gail’s daughter.
GAIL: F – 50s-60s, a prudish bee-keeper who has been “stuck” since her divorce, 20 years ago. She is Sarah’s mother.
EARL: M – 50s-60s, a farmer and Gail’s neighbour. He’s crusty on the outside, but he’s always there when you need him.
BEN: M – 20s-30s, an idealistic university student who is studying Gail’s bees. He is naive, energetic, and kind
DATES & TIMES
Tuesday, June 10th, 7 pm to 10 pm & Wednesday, June 11th, 7 pm to 10 pm
LOCATION
Burlington Baptist Church
2225 New Street, Burlington Ontario, Canada
(corner of New and Bridgman Ave.)
SHOW DATES
October 17 -18, 24 – 25, 31 – Nov 1
Note: October 18, 25 and November 1 include a 2pm matinee as well as an 8 pm show
Show contains adult themes. Some roles may involve various states of undress. We will work with the cast & crew to ensure all are comfortable.
Theatre Burlington is committed to promoting diversity in all aspects of our organization. We encourage actors of all ages, ethnicities, genders and sexual identity to audition.