The Last Session by Jim Brochu, Steve Schalchlin, John Bettis, and Marie Cain

Directed by Peter Dearth
Music Direction by Joel Paszkowski
Assistant Director, Kris Graves
Production Stage Manager, Jane Stewart

This production is part of THAC’s new “Limited Engagement” series and, thus, will be put together much quicker than our Main Stage productions. All rehearsals and performances are required for all participants. No conflicts will be accepted. Please check and double check the schedules provided here to ensure you are available. There are minimal rehearsals, so all participants will be asked to learn music, blocking, and lines quickly. The Last Session is both a period piece AND incredibly relevant today.  Just like the story of HIV in America, this musical shows us what can happen when we humanize and not stigmatize.  All races, ethnicities, and gender identities are welcome at our audition, and our hope is to show a vast representation of actors from all communities, particularly those that have been disproportionately affected by the AIDS epidemic.

Audition information

THAC is holding open auditions for strong singer/actors for our production of The Last Session.

• THAC is holding open auditions for strong singer-actors for our production of The Last Session. Performers of all ethnic, racial, sexual, and gender identities and backgrounds are encouraged, needed, and welcome.
• There is potential for five roles for adults 18 years of age or older.
• No AEA/Equity contracts are available for this production.
• Town Hall Arts Center adheres to the Community Standards for Theatre for Colorado as set forward by the Colorado Theatre Guild.
• All roles are paid: All actors are paid $500 a week for rehearsal and performance (4 weeks – $2,000 contract). No conflicts will be accepted for this process.
• See the Rehearsal and Performance Calendars below. A downloadable version also is available through the SignUp Genius link.

Audition dates and location 

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, July 30  (May extend as needed)
• Invited callbacks will be held 6-10 p.m., Mon. July 31
• All auditions will be held at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W Main St, Littleton, CO 80120

Audition requirements

• 32-bars of a song.  Bring sheet music in the appropriate key. Accompanist will be provided.
• Short monologue (1 minute or less)
• Current headshot and resume

Sign up for audition

Sign up for a an audition slot through Sign-up Genius.

Upload a headshot and resume online through Google.

Rehearsal and Performance Schedule

 See the calendars presented below. 

Character breakdown

Roles are open to actors of all identities. 

Gideon. Attractive former pop star with roots in gospel music. Our preference is to cast this role with an actor who can play piano/keyboard.

• Male or Male presenting – Any race/ethnicity
• Age Range: 40-ish
• Vocal Range: Bari-Tenor – Mellow soulful voice

Jim. Mostly unseen album producer. Our preference is to cast this role with an actor who can play bass/guitar.

• Male or Male presenting – Any race/ethnicity
• Age Range: 40-ish
• Vocal Range: Bari-Tenor (may also be cast as a non-singing role)

Tryshia. A talented recording artist in her own right.

• Female or Female presenting – Black/African American/from the African diaspora.
• Age Range: 40-ish
• Vocal Range: Alto/Mezzo – Soul/Gospel voice

Vicki. Former back-up singer who is now selling Mary Kay Cosmetics.

• Female or Female presenting – Any race/ethnicity
• Age Range: 40-ish
• Vocal Range: Alto/Mezzo – Rock Voice

Buddy. Baptist evangelist singer. Innocent, sincere, naive.

• Male or Male presenting – Any race/ethnicity
• Age Range: 20’s
• Vocal Range: Tenor – Modern Gospel Pop voice

THAC Contact

Matthew Kepler, Director of Programming

mkepler@townhallartscenter.org, 303-794-2787 x 210