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The Little Theatre of Manchester is pleased to announce open auditions for an August production of Duck Hunter Shoots Angel. We are seeking a diverse and multi-racial cast for this production. Auditions will be held on Monday, May 13 at 7pm, and Thursday, May 16 at 7pm, with callbacks on Sunday, 19 at 12pm, if necessary. Auditions will take place at Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Rd., Manchester, CT. Those auditioning should bring their resume; headshots will be taken at the theater. The audition will consist of cold readings from the play. Southern accents will be required as specified in the character breakdown. All roles are available. This production will run from August 9th through 25th, and will be directed by Linda Ferreira. Any questions can be directed to her at linda@cheneyhall.org.

Synopsis
Brothers Duane and Duwell never shot a duck but they think they shot an angel. As they lament their fates, they meet tabloid journalist Sandy and his photographer Lenny who are sent to cover the story. Sandy and Lenny don’t believe the angel story until feathers, wings and a tiara are discovered along the way. This hysterically funny play interweaves a love story, sibling rivalry, race relations and cultural stereotypes while on the search for the angel. Ultimately, it is an allegory about redemption – a comedy with a surprisingly heartfelt lesson.

Character Breakdown (gender refers to presenting, actors should be able to play the age shown)

SANDY (male, late 30s – 40-ish): a tabloid journalist. Cynical, a little jaded. Sandy had plans, but they didn’t include going on an angel hunt with Duane and Duwell.

LENNY (male, 30ish, African American): a photographer. He has even less desire than Sandy to be in Alabama looking for angels.

LESTER (male, 30s): publisher of the tabloid. Lester knows what his readers want, and he wanted it – yesterday.

DUANE (male, 30s – 40s, Southern accent): one of the duck hunters. Brother to Duwell. Not one of the brightest, but he really tries.

DUWELL (male, 30s – 40s, Southern accent): the other duck hunter. Duane’s younger brother. Less bright than Duane, but makes up for it in kindness.

WOMAN (female, late 20s, Southern accent): Sweet and thoughtful with some spunk.

KANSAS (female, late teens, Southern accent): teenager. Smart, likable girl who works at the gas mart.

VOICE/BANK LOAN OFFICER (male/female, 40s – 50s). Commanding vocal presence. Role is mostly heard, only seen at the end of the show. Although the script indicates male, will consider females with a powerful voice.

GATOR MAN/PHIL (male, no age requirement). Half man, half alligator. A strong, physically comic actor who can say it all with just actions. Fun role– no lines but lots of presence.