Chelle, an artist, has recently purchased her childhood home in Baltimore; her brother Willard is working on refurbishing it with the assistance of an eclectic interior designer. But the home renovation takes a backseat as Willard prepares for a Juneteenth festival in the adjacent park and Chelle struggles with a recent commission: What should be built in place of a recently removed Confederate monument? An eyesore. And an opportunity.

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The play is directed by Marcus McQuirter.

Audition Notice!

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Austin Playhouse is seeking (1) Black male-identifying actor able to play 30s and (2) Black female-identifying actors able to play 30s-early 40s for the upcoming world premiere NIGHTBIRD by R. Eric Thomas.

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Rehearsals will begin February 5, 2023. Performances are March 3-March 26.

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AEA and non-AEA welcome to submit. All roles are paid.

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Please send a headshot, resume and 1-minute monologue video submission to Production Coordinator, Sarah Chong Harmer, at sarahchong@austinplayhouse.com. The video submission deadline is Wednesday, December 21. In-person callbacks will take place at Austin Playhouse December 27-28 with sides from the script.

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