Scripps Ranch Theatre
various roles
Scripps Ranch Theatre is now accepting video submission requests for THE OUTSIDER by Paul Slade Smith, Directed by Christopher Williams Adhering to all AB5 Payment requirements. Full information below 
PLAY SYNOPSIS
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
* All actors need comic timing and energy while playing honestly.
Paige Caldwell – F, 40s-60s (Any ethnicity)- a professional pollster, smart, sharp.
Dave Riley – M, 30s-40s (Any ethnicity)- the Chief of Staff to the new Governor, a bit nervous, smart.
Louise Peakes – F, 30s-40s (Any ethnicity)- a temp employee hired as the new Governor’s Executive Assistant, overly kind, oblivious to just about everything.
Ned Newley – M, 50s-60s (Any ethnicity)- the reluctant new Governor, kind, terrified to speak in public, nervous, but very smart.
Arthur Vance – M, 40s-60s (Any ethnicity)- a seasoned, very successful political consultant.
Rachel Parsons – F, 30s (Any ethnicity)- a TV reporter, a genuine journalist, straightforward, honest.
A.C. Petersen – M, 30s-50s (Any ethnicity)- a TV cameraman, sharp sense of humor, has a low tolerance for bullshit, would rather not interact with people.
Auditions will be self-tape submissions.
COVID PROTOCOLS
You must be fully vaccinated or show proof of a recent negative COVID test for participation.
You must be fully vaccinated or show proof of a recent negative COVID test for participation.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
WHEN:
Invite self-tape. Sides will be sent to you once your submission has been accepted.
Invite self-tape. Sides will be sent to you once your submission has been accepted.
CALLBACK DATES:
June 6 & 7, 2022
June 6 & 7, 2022
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:
August 16, 2022; Tuesdays – Fridays 6-10 pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-3 pm
August 16, 2022; Tuesdays – Fridays 6-10 pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-3 pm
PERFORMANCE:
Sept.16 – Oct. 9, 2022
Sept.16 – Oct. 9, 2022
CALLBACK AND PERFORMANCE LOCATION:
Legler Benbough Theatre (SRT) on Alliant International University Campus, 9783 Avenue of Nations (Off Pomerado Road in Scripps Ranch)
Legler Benbough Theatre (SRT) on Alliant International University Campus, 9783 Avenue of Nations (Off Pomerado Road in Scripps Ranch)
SCRIPPS RANCH THEATRE IS FOLLOWING AB5 GUIDELINES for PAYMENT TO ALL CAST AND PRODUCTION STAFF
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service.