By Ron Hutchison | Directed by Rick Snyder
Gone With the Wind 2.0
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Audition dates and location
Friday, June 6, 10 AM– noon; arrive 9:45 AM
Azuay Community Theater
14-46 Antonio Vega Muñoz (between Coronel Talbot and Estevez de Toral)
How to audition
Confirm your audition: Rick Snyder – azuaycommunitytheater@gmail.com Include your name and phone number in any inquiries.
Click link for Audition Kit: script, auditioning script segments*, audition form and show background
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dzEPlJ__N2R3AIZy4rjQovxs6dDh2J9A?usp=sharing
All auditions, rehearsals, and performances will take place at Azuay Community Theater. We look forward to seeing you there!
Walk-ins welcome! However, we strongly recommend bringing a copy of the *audition script segments for your desired role.
Performance Dates 3 PM: August 28, 29, 30 and 31(Thursday – Sunday)
Rehearsals Begin: Pre production meeting and first read-through-June 23. Regular rehearsals- June 30 onward 3-4 afternoons per week.
About the play:
A fast-paced, screwball comedy set in 1939 Hollywood, Moonlight and Magnolias is based on a real behind-the-scenes event: producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of Gone with the Wind and locked himself, director Victor Fleming, and screenwriter Ben Hecht in his office with only bananas and peanuts until they finish the screenplay—in five days. What follows is a hilarious, chaotic whirlwind of clashing egos, clunky typewriters, and questionable impersonations of Scarlett O’Hara. It’s a love letter to old Hollywood, full of physical comedy, sharp dialogue, and high-stakes absurdity.
Character breakdown: 1 woman | 3 men
Roles are open to actors of all ages; casting will be based on talent and chemistry.
• David O. Selznick – The brash, passionate producer behind Gone with the Wind. He’s determined, domineering, and slightly manic, convinced that the success of the film—and possibly the future of cinema—rests on this rewrite.
• Ben Hecht – A fast-talking, cynical screenwriter who hasn’t read the novel and isn’t entirely sure what he’s signed up for. His wit is razor-sharp, and his patience wears thin fast.
• Victor Fleming – The strong-willed director just pulled off The Wizard of Oz and now must help rewrite Gone with the Wind under ridiculous conditions. He’s equal parts showman and taskmaster.
• Miss Poppenghul – Selznick’s loyal, unflappable secretary. She fields calls, delivers snacks, and maintains order while chaos reigns inside the office. A master of deadpan and timing.
City: Cuenca
