The illusionary Games of Edward Rye
by Filigree Theatre
Mar. 06
World famous psychological illusionist Edward Rye has made his fortune demonstrating to the world that free will is merely, well, an illusion. But when, desperate for a challenge, he decides to use Claire Fox, an intelligent but fragile staff member at his show, as the subject of his next meta experiment his world is turned upside down and he is forced to question everything he once believed.
AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 6TH, 2025 by appointment. @ 916 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78702
BUILDING 5 - CINEMAKER SPACE
About the Playwright:
Ashley Griffin is a Broadway writer/performer whose work has been produced/developed at New World Stages, MTC, Playwrights Horizons, La MaMa and more. She won the WellLife Network Award and a county commendation for her play TRIAL (directed by Lori Petty) which is gearing up for a transfer. She has worked as a Broadway ghostwriter and is a two time bestselling novelist in addition to her work in film and television. Ashley is the first person in history to be nominated for a major award for both playing and directing Hamlet for a theatrical production. She has taught at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and has been nominated for five NYIT awards. http://www.ashleygriffinofficial.com
ROLES TO CAST:
FREDDY
Male, 30’s. British. EDWARD’s assistant. Smart, but is content with the fact he’ll never be as much of a showman as EDWARD. Very loyal and deeply kind, he’ll do what’s right over what he’s supposed to every time. Watson to EDWARD'S Sherlock (at least, he hopes he's Sherlock. He could be Moriarty...)
TIM
Male, 30’s. American. Claire’s best friend (or is he?) A tall, strong looking man. Nice, unassuming, clever, stalwart.
Please submit headshot and resume to:
filigreetheatre@gmail.com along with your email & phone number.
Please indicate if you are UNION (AEA) or NON-UNION.
You will receive your audition sides and audition appointment time via email.
Compensation Details:
(Non-Union) Stipend $1000 flat rate
PERFORMANCE DETAILS:
@Factory on 5th, Austin
Three Weekends in 2025 - 12 performances total. Thursdays - Sundays 8 pm; Sundays 3 pm
April 18th, 19th 24th, 25th 26th 27th (3pm & 8pm), May 1st, May 2nd, May 3rd & May 4th (3 pm & 8pm)
Note - Opening Night is a FRIDAY; NO Performances Easter Sunday (April 20th)
SUBMIT FOR THE ILLUSIONARY GAMES OF EDWARD RYE
