The Best Man
by Gore Vidal
First Avenue Playhouse will hold auditions on Sunday May 11 and Mon May 12 at 7:30pm.
All roles are open.
Bill Russell - 50s, serious, conscientious candidate for President
Alice, his wife - similar character, uncomfortable with public life
Dick Jensen, 40s - his campaign manager, intense, devoted, apprehensive
Catherine, 20s - aide
Joe Cantwell, 40s - attractive, ambitious, hard-driving, two-faced, slight
Southern accent
Mabel, his wife - similar character, loves the limelight
Bill Blades, his campaign manager - attentive, adaptable
Mike, 20's - aide
Arthur Hochstader, 70s - former President, alert, powerful, rural American
accent
Mrs. Gamadge, 50s - "Voice of the American Woman", confident, cozy but
demanding.
Senator Carlin, 50s - politician
Sheldon Marcus, 40s - plump, balding, nervous
Dr. Artinian, 50s - distinguished-looking psychiatrist
Four reporters including a photograher, 20s-30s, two male, two female;
double as delegates
PLOT SUMMARY
1960 campaign for President of the USA, party convention. Timely. Two
leading candidates in close race, need the women's vote and the
endorsement of popular former president.
Show runs in July.
Director: James Memmot