Show: THE TIN WOMAN
Theater: Somerset Valley Players
Theater Website: https://www.svptheatre.org/casting-call-the-tin-woman/
Theater Phone: (908) 369-7469
Start date of auditions: 10/25/2026
THE TIN WOMAN
by Sean Grennan
Director:
Todd Bennington
Producer:
Melissa Noble
AUDITION DATES/TIMES:
Sunday, October 25th at 7:00 PM and
Tuesday, October 27th at 7:00 PM
SPECIAL NOTES FOR AUDITIONERS:
- Please provide ALL conflicts from November 9, 2026 through February 7, 2027 on the audition form.
- Conflicts that arise after casting may lead to recasting of a role. Tech week attendance is mandatory.
- Please sign up for an audition appointment at SignUpGenius using this link: THE TIN WOMAN
- Audition sides will be provided at auditions.
AUDITION LOCATION:
Somerset Valley Playhouse
689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Directions to Somerset Valley Players
PRODUCTION DATES/TIMES:
The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm.
January 22 through February 7, 2027.
Director Todd Bennington is seeking 2 male actors, ages 30s-60s and 5 female actors, ages 20s-60s
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
Joy O’Malley, 30’s
Joy is a cynical, sarcastic freelance graphic artist in her 30s who spirals into severe survivor’s guilt after receiving a heart transplant and decides to meet the donor family. Although caustic and a bit acerbic, the character has to be likeable.
Jack Borden, 30’s
Jack died in a car accident before the play begins and donated his heart to Joy. Jack appears throughout the show watching the events unfold. He also interacts during flashback scenes. Requires a male with strong stage presence, incredible patience, and subtle variations. His contribution to the show should be immense even though he doesn’t often speak.
Alice Borden, 50’s – 60’s
Alice is mother to Jack and Sammy. Alice is crucial to the momentum of the play, attempting to drag both Joy and Hank from their grief while trying to come to terms with it herself. She is “the glue” for her family.
Hank Borden, 50’s – 60’s
Hank is Jack’s father and Alice’s husband. Hank is trying very hard to wallow in or even barely acknowledge his grief and guilt about Jack. He can be quite abrasive, prone to alcohol, and doesn’t really want to talk to anyone about anything. He is very closed off to the reality around him.
Sammy Borden, 20’s – 30’s
Sammy is Jack’s sister and daughter of Alice and Hank. A pre-school teacher, she is somewhat “new agey” with an enormous heart. She really wants to help all the time. She writes a blog that over-shares her life and lets emotions get the better of her. She is the comic relief of The Tin Woman.
Darla, 30’s – 40’s
Darla is Joy’s best friend. A flamboyant, artsy, very caring friend. Darla is there to give Joy motivation and help. She is also a source of comedy in this play.
Nurse, Any age
Nurse is a very competent but somewhat condescending nurse during Joy’s stay in the hospital.
Please email with any questions: vp_production@svptheatre.org
Somerset Valley Players are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. Non-descript roles are available to all performers, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, disability, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis.
For further information call 908.369.7469
