Audition Call:

THE ODD COUPLE (FEMALE VERSION)

Written By: Neil Simon
Directed By: Stephanie Gonelli

Florence Unger and Olive Madison are the comedy duo that could not be more different. All the girls are invited over to Olive’s place for Trivial Pursuit, wine, and slightly green sandwiches. Set in 1980s New York, this contemporary comic classic is about women dealing with life’s difficulties with lots of laughter and friendship.

Roles Available:
*Ages are open for each role, final decision will be based on the actor’s abilities and comic timing 

Florence Unger (30s-40s) – LEAD ROLE. Neurotic but very caring and lovable. A wealthy, stay at home mother who is an OCD cleaning machine.

Olive Madison (30s-40s) – LEAD ROLE. Top of her game television producer. A relaxed sports guru who is naturally messy. A loyal friend but a push over when it comes to her ex-husband. 

Sylvie (early 30s-40s) – SUPPORT ROLE. Witty and loves a laugh. Takes any opportunity to pay out her husband or make a dirty joke. 

Renee (early 30s-40s) – SUPPORT ROLE. Matter-of-fact kind of woman. Intelligent and can be a little blunt sometimes. 

Mickey (early 30s-40s) – SUPPORT ROLE. Police officer and an incredibly good friend. Trustworthy and practical. 

Vera (mid 20s-30s) – SUPPORT ROLE. Sweet and innocent. The type of person who doesn’t realise they are funny. 

Manolo Constazuela (late 20s-40s) – MINOR ROLE. One half of the ‘sexy Spanish brothers’ duo. Still mastering the English language and very sweet. In love with Olive. 

Jesus Constazuela (late 20s-40s) – MINOR ROLE. Also in love with Olive. Very passionate and a gentleman.

Rehearsals:
Tuesdays & Sundays 7.30 pm to 10pm

Performances:
7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22nd June 2018 at 8pm

Venue:
Blackwood Memorial Hall
21 Coromandel Parade, Blackwood, SA, 5051

Auditions:
Sunday 18th November 7.30pm
& Tuesday 20th November 7.30pm

Venue:
Blackwood Memorial Hall
21 Coromandel Parade, Blackwood, SA, 5051

Additional Audition Information:
New York accent required

For the male roles, a Spanish accent is required

For the audition, please prepare a 1-2 minute joke or funny story. There is also a scene from the play which the director will send to you once your audition is booked.

Please bring a current headshot to the audition.

More Information:
To book an audition time and a copy of the script, please email the director -stephgonelli@hotmail.com.