Audition Notice
Making God Laugh
Presented by Ayr Community Theatre
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Artistic Director: Michele Di Tomasso
Location: Ayr Community Centre, 7 Church Street, Ayr
ABOUT THE PLAY
Making God Laugh is a heartwarming comedy that follows a middle-class family through 30 years of holidays- from Thanksgiving in 1980 through the decades to the present. Ruthie and Bill’s three grown children- a priest, an aspiring actress, and a former football star, return home year after year to share dreams, disappointments, and laughter. As time passes, traditions evolve, expectations shift, and everyone learns that life rarely goes according to plan.
CAST BREAKDOWN (3M, 2F)
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RUTHIE -– Female, playing age 40-60
The family matriarch. Strong-willed, devout, and often overbearing, Ruthie tries hard to control the world around her, especially her children. Deeply loving beneath her tough exterior.
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BILL -– Male, playing age 40-60
The peacekeeping patriarch. Easygoing, kind, and devoted to his family. Supports his wife and kids through thick and thin, though he often lives in Ruthie’s shadow.
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RICHARD -– Male, playing age 25-40
The eldest son. A former football hero and wannabe entrepreneur, always chasing the next big thing. Charismatic and stylish, but not always wise.
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MADDIE -– Female, playing age 25-40
The middle child and only daughter. A struggling actress with a fierce spirit and a complicated relationship with her mother. Creative, independent, and emotionally honest.
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THOMAS -– Male, playing age 25-35
The youngest son. A sincere, warm, and faith-driven man studying for the priesthood. Known as the “good son,” but his path—like everyone’s - takes unexpected turns.
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​AUDITION DETAILS
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In Person Audition dates:
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Thursday, May 29: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m​.
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Friday, May 30: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m​.​​
*Video submissions will be accepted at the discretion of the creative team.
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Callbacks:
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Saturday, May 31: 2:00pm - 5:00 p.m.
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Location:
Ayr Community Centre, 7 Church Street, Ayr
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To Audition:
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Sides will be provided to you in advance.​​
*Audition requests must be submitted by midnight on Tuesday, May 27.
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IMPORTANT DATES
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Performance Schedule:
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Preview: Wednesday, November 12 @ 7:30 p.m.
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Opening Night: Thursday, November 13 @ 7:30 p.m.
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Friday, November 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
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Saturday, November 15 @ 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday, November 16 @ 2:00 p.m.
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* All performances will be held at Ayr Community Centre, 7 Church Street, Ayr N0B 1E0
* Making God Laugh will be an Out of Festival entry with Western Ontario Drama League
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Rehearsal Schedule:
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Sundays: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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First Rehearsal: Sunday, September 14​
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Tech & Load-In Schedule:
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Set Load-In & Install: Saturday, November 1
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Tech Load-In: Saturday, November 8
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Q-to-Q Tech: Sunday, November 9
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Tech/Dress Rehearsals: Monday, November 10 & Tuesday, November 11
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EQUITY AND INCLUSION
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Ayr Community Theatre is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from our diverse community which includes gender non-conforming people, people of colour, indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations.