Riot Act, Inc. Hosts Auditions for Gift of the Magi Radio Play
Auditions for Gift of the Magi: A Live Radio Play adapted by Robert Cooner Tuesday Oct. 13 and Wednesday Oct. 14 from 7-9pm in the Riot Act Studio, 3rd Floor Center for the Arts.
Join us for Auditions! Everyone welcome!
Riot Act, Inc. will be holding auditions for its production of Gift of the Magi Tuesday Oct. 13 and Wednesday Oct. 14 from 7-9pm in the Riot Act Studio, 3rd Floor Center for the Arts. The show is helmed by director Lynnette Turner Parry.
Play description:
O. Henry’s beloved Christmas classic takes on new dimensions in this adaptation that moves the action forward to World War I-era New York City. Very much in love, newlyweds Della and James want to make their first Christmas together extra special, but they’ll need a miracle to overcome the obstacles posed by family and finances. The young couple encounter colorful New York characters from all walks of life in their quest to give each other the perfect gift.
Characters
All actors will play multiple roles. This will be staged as a radio show. We will also be looking for someone to do the live foley (sound effects) work on stage.
Rehearsals will begin in mid-Oct. with a break for Thanksgiving. Rehearsals will only be a few days per week, hence the longer rehearsal period. Performances will be in the Riot Act studio Dec. 11& 12 and a Pierre’s Playhouse in Victor Dec. 18 & 19, 2026.
Auditions will consist of cold readings and optional prepared monologues. Please bring to auditions your schedule of conflicts including work schedule through Dec. 20, 2026. If you would like to schedule an audition time, please contact Riot Act, Inc. to do so. Otherwise please arrive at the beginning of audition times. If you are not able to make auditions but still would like to audition, please contact us to set up another time. If you have a headshot and resume, please bring them. If you would like to read the script before auditions, please let us know.
We are also still looking for a stage manager and designers, if you are interested in helping out on the production team. Please contact us for more information.
For more information, contact info@riotactinc.org or 307-203-9067. Hope to see you there!
