Have you ever dreamed of being on stage? Do you have a theatrical flair? Well, do we have news for you.
Lemon Bay Playhouse is casting for the 2026-2027 season opener:
Step back into 1948 Newport, Rhode Island. The air is thick with romance, laughter, and just enough mischief to make things interesting. This sharp comedy centers on a young novelist eager to meet the muse behind his bestselling novel, only to stumble into chaos, mistaken identities, backstage scheming, oversized egos, and an unexpected romance or two. If you love quick banter and bold characters, you’ll feel right at home in this playful tribute to the magic of theater and the stories we tell.
“Theatre People, or The Angel Next Door”
By Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Ric Goodwin
Auditions: June 28 & 29, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Location: Lemon Bay Playhouse, 96 W. Dearborn Street, Englewood
Characters
Charlotte Sanders (Female, late 50s–70s)
Renowned Broadway playwright. She’s spry, clever, and always a few steps ahead.
Arthur Sanders (Male, late 50s–70s)
Charlotte’s husband and creative partner. He’s the lovable pessimist—sharp, funny, and never short on one-liners.
Oliver Adams (Male, early to mid-20s)
A gifted young novelist, full of heart and imagination. Earnest, romantic, and sometimes lost in his own daydreams.
Olga (Female, 40s–70s)
The enigmatic servant with roots in “the Old Country.” She’s imposing, hilarious, and grabs attention wherever she goes.
Margot Bell (Female, late 20s–early 30s)
Broadway star—beautiful, talented, but much smarter than she’s often given credit for.
Victor Pratt (Male, 30s–40s)
Classic leading man. Confident, dashing, totally oblivious to his own overblown ego.
Audition Requirements
No monologue needed, just come ready to read from the script. Whether you’re comfortable in the spotlight or brand new to the stage, this cast is a chance to jump into a warm, riotous comedy with great people.
The show runs September 2–20, 2026.
Questions? Call the Box Office at 941-475-6756.
Click here for their website for more information.
