Audition opportunities
FATHER OF THE BRIDE by CAROLINE FRANCKE
Synopsis: Mr. Banks learns that one of the young men he has seen occasionally about the house is about to become his son-in-law. Daughter Kay announces the engagement out of nowhere. Mrs. Banks and her sons are happy, but Mr. Banks is in a dither. The groom-to-be, Buckley Dunstan, appears on the scene and Mr. Banks realizes that the engagement is serious. Buckley and Kay don't want a "big" wedding—just a simple affair with a few friends! We soon learn, however, that the "few" friends idea is out. Then trouble really begins. The guest list grows larger each day, a caterer is called in, florists, furniture movers and dressmakers take over, and the Banks household is soon caught in turmoil—not to mention growing debt. When Kay, in a fit of temper, calls off the wedding, everyone's patience snaps. But all is set right, and the wedding (despite more last-minute crises) comes off beautifully. In the end, the father of the bride is a happy, proud man, glad that the wedding is over, but knowing too that it was worth all the money and aggravation to start his daughter off so handsomely on the road to married life.
Actors & Performers
Mr. Banks: Lead, Male, 40-59
husband to Mrs. Banks, father to Kay, Ben, and Tommy Banks; loving, but set in his ways, we sympathize with him as a father.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Mrs. Banks: Lead, Female, 40-55
wife to Mr. Banks, mother to Kay, Ben, and Tommy Banks; excited for her duaghter, Kay’s impending nuptials; great ability to keep the peace in the household.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Kay Banks: Lead, Female, 20-29
only daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Banks, engaged to Buckley Dunstan; longing to be seen as an adult, she still has some growing up to do. Seemingly sweet, innocent and very endearing.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Buckley Dunstan: Supporting, Male, 20-30
fiancée to Kay Banks. Smart, very much in love but a bit naive to the realities of the world.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Ben Banks: Supporting, Male, 18-19
oldest son to Mr. and Mrs. Banks, boyfriend of Peggy Swift; likes to instigate with younger brother Tommy.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Tommy Banks: Supporting, Male, 15-16
youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Banks, best friend to Buzz Taylor; fun-loving, instigator.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Delilah: Supporting, Female, 30-40
maid to family provides comedic relief; a bit lazy; often heard complaining about what is and isn't part of her job.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Miss Bellamy: Supporting, Female, 25-45
secretary to Mr. Banks, in charge of managing the guest list, overwhelmed experiences nervous breakdown.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Peggy Swift: Supporting, Female, 18-19
girlfriend to Ben Banks.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Buzz Taylor: Supporting, Male, 15-16
best friend to Tommy Banks.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Mr. Massoula: Supporting, All Genders, 30-55
caterer/wedding planner, extravagant and flambouyant; may be cast as a female if no male actor is available.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Joe: Supporting, Male, 25-35
assistant to Mr. Massoula.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Mrs. Pulitzki: Supporting, Female, 50-70
wedding dress tailor; a perfectionist.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Red/Rebecca, Pete/Patricia: Background / Extra, All Genders, 18-70
furniture Movers. Cameo - Speaking Roles.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Tim's Man/Woman: Background / Extra, All Genders, 18-70
fower shop delivery man/woman. Cameo speaking role.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Extras: Background / Extra, All Genders, 18-70
movers and vendors who bring items in and out of the house closer to the wedding.
Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
Required Media: Headshot/Photo
Rehearsal
Tentative Performance Dates
May 13, 14, & 15, 2022
May 20, 21, & 22, 2022
Rehearsal Schedule
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
8 PM - 9:30 PM
Call Schedule will be posted after casting
Rehearsal/Performance Location
The Tropic Theater
122 W. Main Street
Leesburg, FL
Please email cover letter, resume, and head shot to info@standingovationacademy.com. If cast, tuition per production is $25 (Covers all materials & costumes).