Prevention in Act-ion
The Glove Theatre, The Glove City Coalition, and Trust Your Gut Productions are producing an open-ended theatre production, “Prevention in Act-ion”, featuring the play, Prescription for Disaster, which focuses on engendering discussion about mental health and opioid use within our community.
Originally presented in July of 2023, Prescription for Disaster was met with praise from mental health and education specialists for its ability to bring light to and spark discussion around this important discussion. Prescription… follows the Yale Open-Ended Theatre model of theatrical performance, which presents a consistent beginning and middle of the story, leading up to a decision the characters must make. At that point, the performance is halted, and the audience discusses possible outcomes and votes on one of three pre-rehearsed endings, which the actors present immediately following the vote. Depending on time allowances, the cast may lead a second discussion and present another of the endings.
The GCC, Glove Theatre, and TYGP are looking to re-launch the production in September of 2024 for a possible scholastic tour in 2025 to schools, community centers, and more.
We are seeking talented and dedicated theatre performers of high school age and above to fill out the cast of this important and unique program. Performers should be comfortable with strong subject matter and possess good public speaking and discussion-leading skills.
Prescription for Disaster
by The Glove City Coalition and Trust Your Gut Productions
Directed by Michael Maricondi
Curated by Bonnie Peck
SEEKING:
ALL ROLES CAN BE PLAYED BY ANY GENDER.
MAGDALENA/MAGUIRE: (Lead, Teens) Magdalena/Maguire is an up-and-coming judo star who lives with their overbearing and mentally abusive parent. They suffer a catastrophic injury during a judo match and are prescribed oxycodone to help with the pain of their injury and subsequent medical procedure. When the effects of the medication prove to “help” them be able to deal with their parent’s behavior, they become unable to quit the substance.
DAD/MOM: (Lead, Adult) Magdalena/Maguire’s parent. They are overbearing and an absolute perfectionist, expecting only the best from their child and up-and-coming judo star. Their behavior can be construed as mentally abusive towards their child.
CHRISTINA/CHRIS: (Supporting, Teens) Magdalena/Maguire’s best friend and confidant. They notice changes in their friend’s behavior following the injury as their substance use grows and offer their friend other ways to deal with the pain and mental anguish caused by both the injury and their parent’s behavior. They have a brother who can get the “stuff” Magdalena/Maguire believes they need to survive.
DR. PETTIGREW: (Supporting, Adult) The doctor that treats Magdalena/Maguire. They become aware of the parent’s behavior towards their child and offer advice as to how the medications should be taken to mitigate risk. They are the voice of reason while remaining empathic towards Magdalena/Maguire’s struggle.
Must be 15+ to audition
All roles are non-union
PAY: STIPEND. $75.00 per performer.
Auditions:
Thursday, July 18th, 2024, 5.00p-8.00p
at The Glove Theatre (42 North Main Street, Gloversville, NY, 12078)
Callbacks:
TBA
Rehearsals: Late August-Early September 2024
Tech/Dress: Friday, September 6th, 2024
Performances: Saturday, September 7th at 2.00 and 7.00pm
Please prepare a short (2 minute long max) dramatic monologue OR a short improvised story about a struggle you or someone you know has had with substances, mental health, or other. Be prepared to answer interview-style questions.
