A FEW GOOD MEN Auditions
North Fork Community Theatre Rehearsal Room
Monday and Tuesday, August 4 and 5, 7-9 p.m.
Audition Notes:
- Auditions are open to all.
- Mandatory attendance for ALL performances as well as during tech week.
- Please be advised that we are looking for actors, not impersonators. Please prepare an original interpretation of the character(s) you intend to read for. Sides will be provided.
- Be prepared to stay after your reading, if necessary. You may be asked to read for more than one part, and/or read with one or more other actors. Actors cast as Marines will be required to secure appropriate haircuts.
Performance dates: October 9-11, 16-18, 23-25.
Questions? Email the director at [email protected]
Show Info: This play is very well known, but mostly as a film. If cast in the play you will be asked to forget everything you know from the film. The story is complex in nature, with many characters providing the drama concerning two US Marines accused of murder, and other offenses. The script covers the immediate time leading up to the trial of said Marines, as well as the many sub-plots concerning the day to day training and security of the prison located at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; concluding with the explosive trial.
Roles:
Daniel Kaffee M 24-30
JAG officer for the defense. Brilliant litigator with a sense of humor that is disarming. Confident in battle. Goes through dramatic changes in morality.
Jo Galloway F 26-32
Lieutenant Commander, JAG officer assigned to Internal Affairs. Incredibly proficient, articulate, humorless, tireless.
Sam Weinberg M 30-35
Detail oriented, research genius, family man, second chair for the defense, and part-time straight man to Kaffee’s humor.
Whittaker M 40-55
Capt. Isaac Staff Judge Advocate in charge of a number of lawyers who is responsible for handing out assignments to the attorneys.
Dawson M 25-30
Lance Corporal Harold W., he is young, strong, determined, moral, proud, and a sort of ‘older-brother’ of sorts to his fellow defendant.
Downey M 19-30
Private First Class Louden, he is young, and clearly a ‘follower’ who has attached himself to Dawson. He has some slight learning issues and struggles with the ability to reason.
Santiago M 19-25
Private William T., he is a mess, and a bit of a pathetic soul. Health problems make him a continuous target of other Marines who conduct disciplinary punishments, one of which causes his death.
Kendrick M 30-35
Lieutenant Jonathan, a dedicated Marine who is clearly unhinged, suffering from hyperreligiosity. Very dangerous due to his rank, he also displays signs of sociopathic behavior.
Dr. Stone F 45-60
Commander Kathleen. A coward. She is incompetent. Afraid of Col. Jessep to the point of perjuring herself in a murder trial. Book smart person who would clearly trip every wired explosive in the jungle.
Jessep M 40-60
Colonel Nathan R, Commanding Officer of Marine Ground Forces Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Suffers from Moral disengagement, egoism, and narcissism. Not to mention being a raving misogynist. He is also, however, being groomed for a high-ranking position within the Department of Defense.
Ross M 30-40
Lieutenant Jack, highly intelligent Marine, and friend of Kaffee, he serves as the prosecuting attorney in the case against Dawson and Downey. Tries desperately to keep the case from going to trial, and protect the careers of the officers.
Markinson M 40-50
Capt. Matthew, probably the smartest of the bunch. Expert counter-intelligence officer, he struggles with his latest Permanent Change of Station where heat, boredom, and answering to a thug for a CO has sapped him of his moral fiber.
Valdez F 35-50
Colonel Gabriela Aurora, the judge and the officer clearly in charge in the courtroom, and there is no question of that. Legal expert, fair, tough, skillful and proficient.
Howard M 20-30
Corporal Jeffrey Owen, a Marine at Gitmo who testifies during trial. Nice guy who clearly requires some hand holding by defense counsel.
Ensemble Marines: Dunn, Hammacker, Orderly
Auditions at the North Fork Community Theatre (NFCT) are open to all and held throughout the year for Mainstage productions, Youth on Stage, and Special Events. There is no charge to participate in productions, ensuring accessibility for everyone in the community.
NFCT is devoted to fairness, diversity, and involvement. We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities to attend every audition, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Join us and become part of our vibrant theater family!