GDS Productions Presents
A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay About the Death of Walt Disney
by Lucas Hnath
Produced & Directed by Gus David Sanchez
Stage Managed by Katie Mayers
Assistant Stage Managed by Alex Smith
Costume Designed by Mattie Ruminer
Poster Design by Madeleine Blair
Synopsis
Tonight, Walt Disney is going to read you a screenplay he wrote. It’s about his last days on earth. It’s about a city he’s going to build that’s going to change the world. And it’s about his brother. It’s about everyone who loves him so much, and it’s about how sad they’re going to be when he’s gone. Right? I mean, how can they live without him? How can anyone live without him? Lucas Hnath’s black-comedy is a deep dive into the mind of a greedy genius, told through his eyes and the love from those around him.
Audition Information
CHARACTERS:
WALT; Male Presenting; Age Range 35-65
Disney Company’s chain-smoking CEO and founder. He’s simultaneously he should be and isn’t. The play is about him.
ROY; Male Presenting; Age Range 30-60
Walt’s brother and often Walt’s voice of reason. The play is not about him.
DAUGHTER; Female Presenting; Age Range 20-35
Loose depiction of Diane Disney Miller. Married to Ron Miller. Walt’s daughter and his reality check. The play is not about her.
*The part of Ron Miller has been precast.
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Auditions will take place on August 10th at Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, NM.
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Actors interested in auditioning will not need to prepare anything ahead of time. Auditions will consist of readings from the script and an improv game.
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Yes! Actors selected to be a part of this project will receive a stipend. The exact amount will be disclosed in a contract if selected for the show.
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The team here at GDS would be more than happy to help provide insight or tips for your audition. Email me at gusdsmanagement@gmail.com for help.
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The production will open at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, NM on October 31st, and will play additional performances on November 1st and 2nd. An option is being made to present the show in El Paso, TX, with dates unconfirmed but will be near the same time frame.
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Absolutely! We’re happy to have any and all folks audition for this production.
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Sure! You can submit a video as a direct upload to your email, or send a YouTube link, to gusdsmanagement@gmail.com by August 9th for consideration. Self tapes must include a reading from the script. Please include information in your self tape about the role you would like to be considered for, height, and if you’re within the age range.