Audition Notice!
Auditions are coming up for our March show! Auditions will be held Wednesday, November 20, by appointment. Please email hazeleason@outlook.com to book your audition. Rehearsals start in January.
The Show: Welcome to Paradise by Julie Marino, directed by Hazel Eason
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Welcome to Paradise is set on the fictional Caribbean island of St. Sebastian, where Evelyn, a spirited elderly woman, welcomes Rory, a young traveler, into her beach house after a chance encounter. While seeking a brief escape, Rory soon becomes entangled in Evelyn’s complex family dynamics as her son Greg, his wife Trish, and their daughter Sydney arrive unexpectedly. The play explores generational conflicts, independence, and the pursuit of fulfillment amidst life’s unpredictable twists.
Character Breakdowns:
Evelyn- (70-80) A resilient, independent beach house owner with a sharp wit and a youthful spirit. She has a warm but firm personality and a history of bold life choices.
Rory- (25-ish) A wanderer and "global nomad" who crosses paths with Evelyn. He’s free-spirited and introspective, yet unintentionally drawn into Evelyn’s family issues.
Greg- (40-50) Evelyn’s son, a pragmatic man with a rigid sense of duty, who often clashes with his mother’s unconventional lifestyle.
Trish- (40-50) Greg’s wife, who tries to maintain harmony in the family. She’s tolerant and practical, caught between her husband and her mother-in-law’s friction.
Sydney- (20-ish) Greg and Trish’s daughter, rebellious and self-assured. She connects well with her grandmother and is at odds with her parents’ traditional values.