A play by Diana Son
Directed by Jehosheba Manoa

An Amateur Production By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical, on behalf of Playscripts, Inc.

AUDITIONS: Sunday 10 August 

VENUE: Rumours, Level 6, Union House, University of Adelaide

'I can do this, you see? Choose me.'

Callie and Sara form a friendship after the latter moves to New York City. As their friendship progresses, it turns romantic. When they are violently attacked after their first kiss, Callie and Sara must deal with the physical and emotional aftermath.

Content/trigger warnings: Swearing, homophobic language, descriptions of assault and hate crime.

SEASON: December 3, 4, 5, 6, 2025 (7:30pm)

PERFORMANCE VENUE: Little Theatre, the University of Adelaide

REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will begin late-August, typically on Tuesday evenings (6:00pm – 9:00pm) and Saturdays (10:00am – 3:00pm), depending on availability. Full rehearsal schedule TBC with director and cast; however, cast MUST have availability for full days December 1st and 2nd, and preferably be fully available from November 27th. Please email us if you have any questions about the rehearsal period, otherwise the director will discuss with you if you are cast in the production.

ROLES

CALLIE (F) (stage age: late 20s to early 30s): Lead role. Traffic reporter. Unsure of what she wants from life, Callie often uses her intelligence and sarcasm as a veneer against commitment and intimacy.

SARA (F) (stage age: mid-20s to early 30s): Lead role. Sara has just moved from St. Louis, leaving behind stability and certainty to tough it out as an elementary school teacher in the Bronx. Develops close friendship with Callie as she navigates her new life. Warm and idealistic.

Please note: The actors for CALLIE and SARA share several kisses during the play.

GEORGE (M) (stage age: late 20s to early 30s): Bartender and Callie’s longtime friend with benefits, George is jealous of anyone she is involved with, including Sara. Rough demeanor, loud and headstrong.

PETER (M) (stage age: mid-20s to early 30s): Sara’s ex-boyfriend from St. Louis who is still in love with her. Peter comes to New York City after Sara is attacked, and tries to convince her to move back to St. Louis.

MRS. WINSLEY (F) (stage age: early 40s to early 50s): The only witness to the hate crime. Mrs. Winsley is direct and to the point, but sympathetic towards Callie and Sara.

Doubles with Nurse.

DETECTIVE COLE (M) (stage age: late 30s to mid-40s): The detective assigned to Callie and Sara’s case. Determined to get details.

NURSE (F) (stage age: late 30s to mid-40s): Attends Sara in the hospital. Friendly and kind.

Doubles with Mrs. Winsley.

Please note: This play is set in New York City and should reflect its ethnic diversity. People of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply, especially for the two lead roles of CALLIE and SARA.

ABOUT THE AUDITION

Auditions will be held in pairs and last twenty minutes. You will be sent a CALLIE and PETER monologue to perform on the day. While we do not expect you to have this memorised, we expect you to familiarise yourself with your chosen monologue.

Each person will also be sent duologue scenes to perform with either their audition partner or an audition panelist. During the audition, you may be given a new scene to read for other roles, even if you did not earlier indicate a preference for them. Please attempt a general American accent.

All audition materials will be sent to your email by the 21st of July. If you book an audition after this date, the materials will be sent to you as soon as possible. 

If you do not attend your audition and do not give notice, this will affect prospects of being cast in future Guild productions. Please email us at tgss@clubs.youx.org.au if you need to cancel your booking. If you are unable to attend on this date but are interested in auditioning, please email us to organise an audition alternative. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Please read before booking.

• This production is on a volunteer basis, as with all Theatre Guild productions. 

• Actors are welcome to audition for Theatre Guild Student Society productions provided that they are currently enrolled in a tertiary institution OR have graduated in Semester 2 of the 2024 academic year. Exceptions may be allowed, but please let us know in your audition form if this is not the case. 

• UATG is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities to audition. However, please be aware that the Little Theatre is not fully equipped for those with a physical disability. The foyer and auditorium are accessible via ground floor entrance, but the stage and backstage areas are unfortunately not equipped for wheelchair access.

• Please be aware that everyone involved in a University of Adelaide Theatre Guild production is required to become a member of the Guild. Auditions are open to everyone, but any roles will only be confirmed once you have become a member. Membership can be purchased via: www.trybooking.com/CUSZT. 

For any additional enquiries about Stop Kiss auditions, email us at tgss@clubs.youx.org.au

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