Grandmas
by Forward Progress Productions

Dec. 10 - Dec. 11 (2016)

(via Forward Progress Productions)This stage play depicts the lives of three grandmothers raising their grandchildren for various reasons, while exploring and expressing their true feelings about the circumstances. The grandkids have their own set of issues as a result of not being raised by their parents. The all too real-life scenarios will have you rooting for your favorite character, recounting the struggles, and remembering… it is what it is, it's all about love.

The Feature Film: Tells a more in-depth story which addresses some issues that aren't detailed in the play, such as "What is Winston's tragic little story?" and "Is Granny Rae really that nasty?" and more!

Written and Directed by: DeAnna Brown 
Produced by: FwdProgress Productions | Another Open Door | WellCed Productions

Stage Play Audition and Feature Film Audition (Please indicate if you are auditioning for stage, film or both)

AUDITION DATES: Saturday, Dec 10, 2016 and Sunday, Dec 11, 2016 1:00 – 5:00 PM / Video Submissions: (for Film only) due by Dec 17, 2016
1. Set an appointment time by email at 4grandmas2017 [AT] gmail.com and receive sides in advance 
2. For walk-ins, sides will be available at the audition (leaving limited preparation time) 
* Bring a PRINTED headshot or selfie

AUDITION LOCATION: Tri-Point 3233 N Saint Mary’s St. San Antonio, TX 78212 [click for Google map]


CHARACTERS:

1 Pastor Paul Banks 38-45 year-old Male African American, well-dressed handsome preacher; well spoken, patient and sensible

2 Big Mama Grimes 60-75 year-old Female African American, gray headed, sweet matriarchal church woman; stern yet very loving

3 Timothy Grimes 18 year-old African American Male, handsome young man, very respectful, and spiritual, no non-sense yet very sincere, metro minister type

4 Tia Grimes 16 year-old Female African American or Multiracial, younger sister of Tim; smooth swagger, with a precocious and charming comedic personality

5 Grandmother Meredith Barker 38-45 year-old Female Caucasian American, affluent and composed, yet masking her frustration with a self-righteous overtone

6 Grandfather Barker 55-62 year-old Male Caucasian American, Church Deacon, gray-headed gentleman, slightly aloof, sort of mentally disconnected

7 Lindsey Barker 17 year-old Female Multiracial of African American decent Attractive looks much older due to overly sexy attire and make up, antagonistic, rude, arrogant, and brash.

8 Winston J Barker III 18 year-old Male Multiracial of African American decent, handsome young man, "thug looking", his appearance but he's really kind, thoughtful, and somewhat suspicious

9 Granny Ri'Ta Rae 58-62 year old Female African American Out-spoken, unfiltered tells it like she sees it, flamboyant, comedic and outrageous attire

10 Ta’Praiseyawh Moore 17-year-old Female Multiracial of/or African American typical cute teen, a bit immature. A poser, she wants to be good and bad

11 LaRita Rockstar 18-19 year old Female African American Professional and determined, mature attitude; always serious and resolute in her demeanor, keeps her composure, very focused

12 Winston J Barker, Jr. 38-45 year-old Male Caucasian American, Slick and shady type, slimy father of Lindsey and Winston III; bad guy, Las Vegas pimp attitude

13 Mother Brown 65-70 years old African American "Church Lady" Always prepared with a song and a "personalized" fan. Comedic and winsome.It all started when...