Stratton Players announces auditions for ‘Almost, Maine’

FITCHBURG — Stratton Players announces auditions for “Almost, Maine” a heart-warming comedy by John Cariani, are being held over the next two days at Christ Church. Both speaking and background are roles available.

The auditions will be held 6-9 p.m. on Sunday, March 17 and 7-10 p.m. on Monday, March 18, at Guild Hall, Christ Church, 569 Main St. Street parking is available.

Speaking roles are available, and individuals interested in serving backstage are also welcome to come to the auditions. Parts available include men and women 20 years or older. The show consists of eight scenes, with the possibility of casting up to 20 actors for individual characters.

“We welcome folks who enjoy performing or folks looking for a wonderful theater community to come to auditions,” said Sally Cragin, Chair of Board of Directors, Stratton Players.

Stratton Players was founded in 1925 and is now in its 99th season. They are supported by a grant from the Fitchburg Cultural Council.

“Stratton Players is delighted to bring this charming and heartwarming comedy we all love as our first performance at Guild Hall,” said Cragin. “Our founders Helen Stratton and Fay Crocker were both lifelong parishioners at Christ Church and as we embark on our second century it’s tremendously exciting to be back on Main Street.”

Performances of “Almost, Maine” will be held two weekends in June on Friday and Saturday – June 7-8 and June 14-15 – at Christ Church.

Tickets to the performances are available by contacting the Stratton Player’s Box Office at 978-345-6066 or by e-mailing strattonplayers@gmail.com.