| Daphne and Ralph are young classics professors who have just made a discovery that's sure to turn them into academic superstars. But something goes disastrously wrong, and Daphne cries out in a panic, "Save me, gods of ancient Greece!"--and the gods actually appear! The Ivy League will never be the same as a pair of screwball deities encounter the carnal complexity of college coeds, campus capers, and conspicuous consumption. A riotous comedy where ancient gods bring divine chaos to modern life! |
| Director: | Kristal Seid |
| Presented by: | Mainstage Irving-Las Colinas |
| Audition Start: | Friday: March 6 - 6:00 - 10:00pm |
| Audition End: | Sunday March 8 - 4:00 - 7:00pm |
| Audition Details: | Auditionees should enter through the Carpenter Hall lobby and will be directed to the audition room. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Sides are available at the link above. Please bring a current resume and headshot. We are committed to diverse casting and all roles are open to characters of all backgrounds. If there is a role you feel is right for you, please audition! |
| Audition Location: | Auditions are held by appointment at the Irving Arts Center (3333 N. Macarthur Blvd). |
| Callback Dates: | Monday March 9 - 6:00 - 9:00pm Callbacks by appointment |
| Rehearsal Dates: | First rehearsal: May 6 |
| Performance Dates: | June 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27 |
| To Sign Up: | Sign Up to Audition |
| Requirements: | |
| Roles Available: |
*the roles of Daphnne, Ralph, Brooklyn, Ares, Dean, Thalia, Dionysus require kissing
Daphne Rain (Female, 20s–30s) A passionate, bookish young Classics professor at a liberal arts university. Intelligent, work-obsessed, somewhat isolated and hesitant socially, but with a fiercely independent spirit and hidden adventurous side. She discovers (and then loses) a valuable ancient manuscript, leading her to desperately call on the ancient Greek gods. Strong comedic timing is a must. *Implied, but not actual, nudity above the waist suggested. Ralph Sargent (Male, 20s–30s) A good-looking, energetic, recently hired Classics professor and rising star in Hellenistic studies. Charismatic, work-driven, enthusiastic, and professorial in demeanor. He's Daphne's colleague (and often romantic interest), obsessed with a "lost" Euripides play that could make their careers. Dionysus (Male, 20s+) The Greek god of wine, revelry, fertility, and misrule/comedy. Boisterous, anarchic, loveable, larger-than-life, with a hearty appetite for partying, indulgence, and all things ecstatic/sexual. Thrilled by modern college life excesses; a screwball deity who causes chaos with his powers and personality. Big energy and comedic flair are a must. Thalia (Female, 20s+) The ancient Greek Muse of comedy and idyllic poetry, Dionysus's partner-in-crime from Mount Olympus. Confident, positive, happy-go-lucky, self-assured (sometimes to the point of not being the sharpest), charming, and optimistic. She crushes hard and fast on attractive mortal men, adding to the comedic mayhem. Dean Trickett (Female, 40s–60s+) The larger-than-life, lusty, "force of nature" Dean of the Classics Department, with hearty gusto, a full-throated laugh, and unstoppable passion for preserving Classics. Awkward, bold, and willing to do whatever it takes. Brooklyn De Wolfe (Zoe) (Female, 20s–40s) A glamorous, charming, alluring former student turned world-class movie star and college alum. Stylish, smooth-talking, attractive (with a smile that "makes you believe in God"), and adept at getting what she wants. Doubles with Zoe (Aristide's wife). Aristide / Aleksi / Ares (Male, 30s–40s+) Aristide: A jovial Greek local/salesman , friendly, omniscient narrator-like figure who knows everyone; Greek accent. Aleksi: Lovable university custodian/janitor, Russian émigré with accent, deep appreciation for ancient culture, dreams of being a Classics professor. Ares: The Greek God of War—loud, intimidating, brutish, aggressive, demanding, and physically imposing; quick to anger and satisfy desires. |
| Compensation: | Actors receive a gas stipend and comp tickets. |
| Originally Posted: | 2025-02-22 |