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Sylvia

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
Callback Dates:
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)
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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