| Greg finds a stray dog in Central Park with only a tag bearing the name Sylvia. He brings Sylvia home, much to the dismay of his wife, Kate. As Greg's attachment to Sylvia grows, so does Kate's jealousy toward her four-legged rival. This romantic comedy brings both humor and heart to the stage. |
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| Presented by: | Theatre Frisco |
| Audition Start: | Sunday, February 15, 6-9pm |
| Audition End: | Tuesday, February 17, 7-9pm |
| Audition Details: | Bring headshot and resume. Short readings from the script to be provided at the audition. |
| Audition Location: | Black Box Theater in the Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 N. Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034 off Cotton Gin Road east of the Dallas North Tollway |
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| Rehearsal Dates: | Rehearsals start Sunday, March 29. Rehearsal schedule will be Sunday-Thursday 7-10 pm until start of tech week. Easter Sunday off. Tech week start April 26. |
| Performance Dates: | May 1 - 17 Friday/Saturday 8 pm & Saturday/Sunday 2:30 pm (Note: 2 Saturday matinees May 9 & 16, no Saturday evening performance May 9) |
| To Sign Up: | Sign Up to Audition |
| Requirements: | |
| Roles Available: |
Greg – male-presenting 40s-60s, New Yorker hitting his mid-life crisis. He becomes obsessed with the dog Sylvia after rescuing her in the park.
Kate – female-presenting 40s-60s, New Yorker, successful & driven teacher. Sylvia throws a kink in her plans to enjoy life after the kids have grown and they have moved back to the city. She feels Sylvia becomes a rival for her husband’s affections. Sylvia – female-presenting 20s-30s, a scruffy mixed-breed dog who sees in Greg a future of doggy treats and attention. She was not a well-trained pet before finding herself on the street. Actor to play Tom/Phyllis/Leslie – 30s – 60s, open to any gender. Tom is the owner of a Golden Retriever; Phyllis is Kate’s friend who is not a dog lover. Leslie is a gender-fluid therapist offering questionable advice. |
| Compensation: | All cast members will receive a stipend. Theatre Frisco pays a $300 stipend for all actors. |
| Originally Posted: | 2026-01-11 |