Having Hope at Home by David S. Craig

Directed by Mark “the Original” Smith and Produced by Victoria Coward and Mark “the Other” Smith

Theatre Tillsonburg is thrilled to announce auditions for our next heartfelt and hilarious production, and we’d love to see you there!

Audition Dates: Monday, March 2 at 7:00 PM & Tuesday, March 3 at 7:00 PM

Location: Theatre Tillsonburg, 144789 Potters Road, Tillsonburg

On a winter night in a drafty farmhouse, a baby is about to arrive… but when modern medicine collides with midwifery, sparks fly. Three generations. One stubborn obstetrician. One calm and capable midwife. A very pregnant daughter caught in the middle. What unfolds is a side-splitting and heartwarming story about forgiveness, family, and finding your way back to each other. Sometimes the human heart takes the longest road home.

Character Breakdown:

• Carolyn Bingham (22–30, female) Optimistic, grounded, and very pregnant.

• Michel Charbonneau (22–30, male) Carolyn’s husband, a French-Canadian dairy farmer.

• William “Bill” Bingham (50s–60s, male) Carolyn’s father, a control-freak obstetrician who strongly dislikes midwives.

• Jane Bingham (50s–60s, female) Carolyn’s mother, often living under Bill’s thumb.

• Russel Bingham (60s–80s, male) Carolyn’s grandfather — grumpy, sharp, and secretly lovable.

• Dawn Shaw (mid 30s–50s, female/presents as female) A calm, earthy, and highly competent midwife.

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or brand new to the stage, this beautiful ensemble piece is full of big laughs, tender moments, and rich characters to explore. Not interested in stepping into the spotlight? We’re also looking for crew members to help bring this heartfelt story to life, from backstage support to technical roles and everything in between. There’s a place for everyone in this production. Come be part of the magic.

For questions or more information, please email mark_smith@rogers.com

Auditions are coming up Saturday, Nov 1st, 2-4 PM, Sunday, Nov 2nd at 2-4 PM, and Monday, Nov 3rd at 7 PM

WE have roles for Actors Portraying characters in their mid-fifties ( I M/ 1 F) 

1M 33 /  2F early 30s , and 1 F around 40ish….    6 actors in all. 

The show is set in 1956 and takes place in the backyard of the Fluck Family home. We see the back porch, an outdoor table, a couple of chairs, and a clothesline. 

Empty nesters Hilda and Sam have their quiet life interrupted as they are surprised by their adult children moving home. Gary has come home because he lost his job, and Janey is home as she is leaving her husband.  Add a girlfriend and a bookie, and the relatable family dynamics take a funny turn as themes of denial, generational differences, and parents’ hopes versus the reality of their children’s lives play out on our stage. 

 **THEATRE TILLSONBURG ANNOUNCEMENT** 

Due to the Significant Weather Event declared by Oxford County today, “Habit of Murder” auditions and crew sign-ups are postponed for tonight, February 17th 

 New Audition & Crew Sign-Up Dates:

 Tuesday, February 18th & Wednesday, February 19th  6:30 PM start time for both nights.

Callbacks will be on Monday, February 24th at 6:30 PM

Stay safe, stay warm!

Here’s the latest from Oxford County:

 **Snow plows are unable to keep ahead of drifting snow** in rural areas outside of Ingersoll, Woodstock, and Tillsonburg due to high winds.  Plowing operations are facing challenges with **reduced visibility, blowing snow, and driver fatigue** after long shifts this weekend.  Plows will resume operations at **4:00 AM tomorrow, February 18th**.

For the latest road updates, visit [www.municipal511.ca](http://www.municipal511.ca).

Theatre Tillsonburg will be conducting auditions for the comedy:

GLORIA’S GUY By Joan Burrows
Directed by Joe Sheik

Synopsis:
It’s been over twenty years since Guy ditched his high-school sweetheart Gloria at the prom, and they haven’t spoken since. Now he’s a failed LA lawyer, divorced, and working at his brother’s resort in the Muskokas. When a wedding conveniently brings Gloria to the resort for a weekend, Guy is determined to keep his distance. But their high-school friends Eva, Leslie, and Peggy, and Peggy’s mom Jessie—the crew’s former teacher—decide to play matchmakers and reconnect the long-split pair.

Between the reunion of old friends, each with their own surprises, Gloria and Guy are pushed together, learning the power of forgiveness, the warmth of opening up to someone, and the possibilities of a rewritten future.

Needed: 5 women aged 30 to 40
1 woman aged 55 plus
1 man aged 30 to 40

Audition Dates: Tue Jan 9th and Wed Jan 10th, 2024 from 7 to 9 PM
Possible Call Backs/ Snow Day on Sun Jan 14th, 2024 7 to 9 PM

Location: Theatre Tillsonburg, 144789 Potters Rd,Tillsonburg ON

Show Dates: May 2-5 and May 9-12, 2024

Also required: Backstage and Technical Help, please contact Producer

Any questions
e-mail Director Joe Sheik at Jsheik@rogers.com or
e-mail Producer Mark Smith at marksmithticat@gmail.com