Location
Burley High School Little Theater
Production Description
Casting all roles for “Steel Magnolias.” Production states: “Set in a small town in Louisiana ‐‐ in the time of really big hair ‐‐ six women gather in Truvy’s beauty shop for gossip, friendship, and support. These women are true ‘steel magnolias’: southern belles who are flowery on the outside, but tough as steel on the inside. The play is alternately hilarious and touching as it moves from the excitement of Shelby’s wedding to sadness, as friends mourn her loss. The dialogue is sharp and funny, and all six roles are interesting and challenging. ‘The funniest show to make you cry.'”
Come prepared for a cold read and sides will be provided.
Actors & Performers
Beauty shop owner; she is vivacious, witty, warm, and generous; she’s the family breadwinner and takes great pride in her business; dispenses advice with lots of hairspray; she is a gossiper and loves to be in everyone’s personal affairs.
Truvy’s assistant; naïve, sweet, confused and strong enough to keep going no matter what life throws at her; Annelle moves from unsure to wild to wildly religious over the course of the play.
A widow of the former mayor; grand dame, elegant, sophisticated, self-assured, and a true beauty; she has a smart mouth and sweet tooth; wicked sense of humor. Ouiser’s best friend.
The prettiest girl in town, loves the color pink; strong-willed, passionate, and determined to grab hold of all of life’s experiences; she has a very youthful feel to her, almost described as child-like.
Shelby’s mother; always knows what’s best, stubborn, and loves fully and fiercely; her main priority would be her daughter, Shelby; on the surface, she is seen as strong and collective, but deep down she is fragile.
(pronounced “Weezer”) A wealthy, curmudgeon, tough, and eccentric; she is seen as bitter and annoyed with everyone; she values her dog, Rhett, and her property over all else.
Rehearsal Dates
May 17th Cast and Crew Meeting 7:00 P.M. at the Burley High School Little Theater
Tentative Schedule: 7:00- 9:00 P.M. M-F (Augusts 22nd – October 11th)
Production Dates & Location
7:00 P.M. at the Burley High School Little Theater
October 12th, 14th, 15th , 17th, 21st, and the 22nd
