Auditions Announced for 'Cuckoo's Nest' at Phoenix Stage Co.

Oakville, CT - A charming rogue contrives to serve a short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. This, he learns, was a mistake. He clashes with the head nurse, a fierce martinet. He quickly takes over the yard and accomplishes what the medical profession has been unable to do for twelve years; he makes a presumed deaf and dumb Indian talk. He leads others out of introversion, stages a revolt so that they can see the World Series on television, and arranges a rollicking midnight party with liquor and chippies. For one offense, the head nurse has him submit to shock treatment. The party is too horrid for her and she forces him to submit to a final correction: a frontal lobotomy.

Open auditions will be from 7:00 pm to 9:00pm on Sunday, April 22nd and Monday, April 23rd, at the theater located at 133 Main Street, Oakville. No appointments are needed. Those auditioning will be reading from the script and pages will be provided. The production is being directed by Lucia Dressel with Stage Manager Ed Bassett.

We are seeking 13 men and 4 Women. Actors of any ethnicity and experience levels are encouraged to audition. All roles are open for audition.

Performance dates for the show are July 14-28, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm. You must be available for all performance dates in order to be cast. Rehearsal dates are to be determined and will be available at auditions.

You can find more information by visiting our website at www.phoenixstagecompany.org or by calling 860-417-2505.