Audition Announcement
- Anthony Chase
- Nov 10
- 2 min read
Brazen-Faced Varlets is casting Precious Little by Madeleine George
The Brazen-Faced Varlets is holding open auditions for all roles in their February production of Precious Little by Madeleine George.
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Audition Location:
Roswell Park Community & Engagement Center
907 Michigan Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14204
Parking available in adjacent lot.
WHEN: Sunday, November 16th
10:30am - 2:30pm
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Show Dates, times, and location:
February 13, 20, 27 - 7:30 pm
February 14, 21, 28 - 5:00 pm
At Compass Performing Arts Center
545 Elmwood Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14222
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Rehearsals to begin the week of January 11, 2026
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Email bfvarlets@gmail.com to reserve an audition appointment. Sides will be provided. Video submissions are accepted.
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The Story:
A research linguist, Brodie, receives genetic testing results: her unborn child may never be able to learn a language. Her girlfriend is unsympathetic; her genetic counselor is a rookie; her own uncompromising intellect betrays her. Her search for guidance takes her to unexpected places. Three actresses play multiple roles – including a gorilla – in Madeleine George’s irreverent exploration of one of our most fundamental questions: when does too much knowledge get in the way of our basic instincts?
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Character Breakdown:
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A -Â 60s, plays THE APE, DOROTHY, CLEVA, and THE BABY
·      THE APE: a gorilla at the zoo, said to understand human language. Does not wear an ape suit. Physicality integral.
·      DOROTHY: a mentor counselor; self-assured and good at her job.
·      CLEVA: believed to be one of the last speakers of her native language. Hired by BRODIE to document the language. Headstrong but fragile.
B -Â early 40s, plays BRODIE
·      BRODIE: a professor and linguist, specializing in dead and dying languages. A lesbian who underwent treatments to become pregnant. Confident in her convictions.
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C -Â mid to late 20s, plays THE ZOOGOERS, RHIANNON, EVELYN, DRE, and GLORIA
·      THE ZOOGOERS: an ever-changing group of people observing THE APE. Vocal nuance a must.
·      RHIANNON: a genetic counselor. New to the job, eager and inexperienced.
·      DRE: a tomboy and grad student. BRODIE is her advisor and her lover.
·      GLORIA: an ultrasound technician; sweet and empathetic.
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*All characters identify as women; can be played by women, non-binary, or gender non-conforming actors.