Nutley Little Theatre Announces Auditions for Chapter Two by Neil Simon
Directed by Deshja Driggs
Location: Nutley, New Jersey.
Audition Dates:
- Saturday, December 7th at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, December 8th at 6:30 PM (Callbacks)
- 47 Erie Pl. Nutley, NJ
About the Show:
Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical play Chapter Two explores the complexities of grief, love, and the hope of finding a soulmate more than once in a lifetime. The story follows a successful writer, George, who, after losing his beloved wife, believes he may never fall in love again. His world is unexpectedly turned upside down when he meets Jennie, a recently divorced actress. Their brief, unexpected meeting blossoms into a deep and passionate romance, forcing them to confront past heartbreaks and embrace new possibilities.
See our theater auditions pages for more opportunities to be on stage.
Character Breakdown:
- George Schneider: (Male presenting, late 40s-50s)
A successful writer mourning his late wife’s passing, George finds himself unable to move on. A series of blind dates leaves him convinced he’ll never love again—until he meets Jennie, who reawakens his passion and hope for the future. - Leo Schneider: (Male presenting, late 30s-40s)
George’s younger, lively, and sociable brother. Determined to see George happy again, Leo arranges blind dates for him. Amid the romance, he’s swept up in an affair of his own with Faye. - Jennie Malone: (Female presenting, late 40s-50s)
A practical and sentimental actress who has recently divorced. Though hesitant about romance after a tumultuous marriage, she’s drawn to George after their brief meeting. Level-headed and resilient, Jennie is selective about who she lets into her life. - Faye Medwick: (Female presenting, late 30s-40s)
Jennie’s dizzy, charming, and neurotic friend, Faye is heavily invested in Jennie and George’s budding romance, often using it to distract from her own rocky marriage. Her lighthearted, clueless nature leads her into an affair with Leo.
Performance Dates:
- February 7, 8, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 8:00 PM
- February 9, 16, and 22 at 2:00 PM
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals will begin shortly after auditions.
For questions about auditions or the production, please email deshja29@hotmail.com. Sides for the audition are available on the Nutley Little Theatre website.
Sides are available at https://nutleylittletheatre.com/current-season/auditions/