Auditions: Miss Witherspoon

MAC Theater Auditions

Saturday, May 3, 10:00am-1:00pm
Sunday, May 4, 1:00-4:00pm

Miss Witherspoon

Written by Christopher Durang
Directed by Kate Fishman

Nine Performance Dates: August 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 2025
Evening shows begin at 7:30pm | Sunday matinee begins at 2:00pm

Description
Miss Witherspoon is a hilariously thought-provoking comedy about a woman’s reluctant journey through reincarnation and the afterlife. The title character, Miss Witherspoon, has given up on life but finds herself caught in the “Bardo,” a cosmic waiting room. Guided—or rather prodded—by Maryamma, an unwavering yet kind South Asian woman, Miss Witherspoon confronts her resistance to reincarnation and learns unexpected lessons through her short-lived lives on earth. With biting wit and poignant moments, this play explores themes of mortality, growth, and redemption with a humorous touch.

Roles Available

Miss Witherspoon: A cynical and sardonic woman, desperate to avoid reincarnation. She’s emotionally raw and witty but has a deep vulnerability beneath her sharp exterior.

Maryamma: A sweet yet firm Indian guide in the afterlife. Wise, persistent, and compassionate, she is the embodiment of cosmic patience as she attempts to convince Miss Witherspoon to reincarnate.

Mother 1 and Mother 2: These roles are played by the same actor, age range 20s through early 40s

Teacher and Woman in a Hat: These roles are played by the same actor, age range any, African American

The roles played by the male actor have already been cast.

Auditions will be cold reads from the script. Interested actors may contact the director at k8.fishman07@gmail for advanced copies of the sides.