AudItion NOTICE
Auditions will be held by appointment only on:
Saturday, June 27, 12pm–5pm
& Sunday, June 28, 2pm–7pm
Auditions will be held by appointment only on:
Saturday, June 27, 12pm–5pm & Sunday, June 28, 2pm–7pm
Middletown by Will Eno
(PLEASE READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS On THIS
PAGE BEFORE SUBMITTING THE FORM BELOW!)
(PLEASE READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS On THIS PAGE BEFORE SUBMITTING THE FORM BELOW!)
Middletown is a deeply moving and funny play exploring the universe of a small American town. As a friendship develops between longtime resident John Dodge and new arrival Mary Swanson, the lives of the inhabitants of Middletown intersect in strange and poignant ways in a journey that takes them from the local library to outer space and points between.
Performing at Magenta Theater October 23rd–November 1st, with a potential short tour to Northwest University* in Kirkland, WA on November 6–8 (TBD)
(*Transportation, accommodations, food, & additional stipend will be provided.)
Seeking 12 actors (18+) to portray the residents of Middletown.
We welcome performers of all backgrounds, identities,
abilities, body types, faith traditions, and levels of experience.
We welcome performers of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, body types, faith traditions, and levels of experience.
Tracks 1–5 will play a single character,
Tracks 6–12 will double.
Tracks 1–5 will play a single character, Tracks 6–12 will double.
Track 1 — MRS. SWANSON
Female, late 30s–40s
Looking for an actor who can portray warmth, resilience, vulnerability, and hope. This role anchors much of the emotional journey of the play.
Track 2 — JOHN DODGE
Male, late 30s–40s
Looking for an actor capable of portraying loneliness, uncertainty, humor, frustration, and longing without sentimentality.
Track 3 — MECHANIC
Male, late 20s–40s
Looking for an actor who can portray someone rough around the edges, skeptical, wounded, and searching. Comfortable balancing blunt humor with genuine emotional depth.
Track 4 — COP
Male, 30s–50s
Looking for an actor with authority, intelligence, and emotional complexity. Must be able to portray both confidence and uncertainty.
Track 5 — LIBRARIAN
Female, 50s–70s
Looking for an actor who can bring curiosity, compassion, wisdom, and humor to the role.
Track 6 — PUBLIC SPEAKER / MAN / LANDSCAPER
Male, 20s–40s
Looking for a strong storyteller who can move comfortably between direct audience address and fully embodied character work.
Track 7 — GREG / FREELANCER / JANITOR
Male, 20s–40s
Looking for an actor with a thoughtful, reflective presence who is comfortable with language and storytelling.
Track 8 — TOUR GUIDE / SWEETHEART / INTERCOM
Female, 18–25
Looking for an actor who can convincingly portray both a young adult and someone who reads younger. Curiosity, sincerity, imagination, and emotional honesty are especially important for this track.
Track 9 — FEMALE DOCTOR / FEMALE TOURIST / COP'S RADIO
Female, 30s–50s
Looking for an actor who can move comfortably between everyday conversation and moments requiring authority, confidence, and compassion.
Track 10 — MALE DOCTOR / MALE TOURIST / GROUND CONTROL
Male, 30s–60s
Looking for an actor who can portray intelligence, confidence, and humanity across multiple roles.
Track 11 — ATTENDANT #1 / AUNT / SCIENCE RADIO HOST
Female, 40s–60s
Looking for an actor who can portray warmth, patience, care, and quiet strength.
Track 12 — ATTENDANT #2 / WOMAN / CLASSICAL RADIO HOST
Female, 20s–40s
Looking for an actor who is grounded, perceptive, and a strong scene partner.
Audition Information:
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Middletown by Will Eno, produced by Ekklesia Theatre.
Please read all of the information on this page before submitting. Be sure to review the character breakdowns, rehearsal schedule, performance dates, and other materials provided.
How to Audition:
Auditions will be held by appointment (10 minute slots) only on:
Saturday, June 27, 12pm–5pm
Sunday, June 28, 2pm–7pm
To request an audition appointment, please complete the form below and include:
– The Role(s) you are most interested in
– A recent photo or headshot (Even a simple phone selfie will do, no pressure!)
– An acting resume (if available) or simply list your acting experience. Don't over think it :-)
– Your audition time availability
After reviewing submissions, we will send audition invitations and appointment times via email from [email protected].
Audition Format:
Audition sides will be provided after your appointment has been scheduled. We strongly encourage all auditioners to read the full script before auditioning.
Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee an audition appointment. Due to scheduling limitations, appointments will be offered based on casting needs and availability.
Callbacks:
Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 6:30pm—9:30pm. Not receiving a callback does not necessarily mean you are no longer being considered for casting.
Rehearsals & Performances:
Rehearsals begin in September. A preliminary rehearsal calendar is available on this page. A more detailed schedule, including scene work and actor call times, will be provided after casting.
Not all actors will be called to every rehearsal. Ekklesia Theatre strives to create a positive and sustainable rehearsal process and will work with performers whenever possible to accommodate conflicts submitted during the audition process.
Tech rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances are considered mandatory.
Compensation:
All roles receive a $200 stipend.
Questions?
If you have questions about auditions, rehearsals, or the production, please contact us at [email protected]
Middletown Audition Form:
Contact Info:
Role Auditioning For:
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Acting Experience
Our Faith & How We Operate
Ekklesia Theatre is a faith-based, Christian-led company. Our leadership and board believe in Jesus, and that shapes how we choose our productions and how we operate. We select works that have artistic merit and speak honestly to the human condition.
Our 2026-2027 season’s theme is Love Your Neighbor. Through stories of connection, compassion, loss, forgiveness, hope, and community, we aim to explore what it means to truly see the people around us and recognize their inherent worth and dignity. We believe great theatre can cultivate empathy, encourage meaningful conversations, and remind us of our shared humanity.
What this means in practice:
Prayer: We begin rehearsals and performances with a short prayer. Participation is encouraged but never required. You are always free to quietly observe, step outside, or simply remain present. We only ask that everyone respect each other’s choices.
Inclusion: We welcome people of all faiths, or no faith, and of every background, creed, and belief to audition, perform, and volunteer with us. We are committed to treating every person with dignity, respect, and kindness.
Community Impact: We show our faith through action: donating a percentage of ticket sales to local charities, removing financial barriers through our Pay-It-Forward ticket model, and paying stipends to all artists.
We are transparent about who we are so that you know what to expect and can choose whether this is a good fit for you. If you ever have questions about our faith or practices, Artistic Director Chris Murphy or any board member would be glad to talk with you.
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