The Quannapowitt Players announce auditions for The Seagull, by Anton Chekhov, adapted by Tom Stoppard
Directed by Matthew Lundergan
Production Dates: January 16 through 31 2026
Audition Dates: Sunday, September 14 from 11:00am to 3:00pm, and Tuesday, September 16 from 7:00pm-10:00pm
Callbacks, if necessary, will be September 17 starting at 7:00pm
Anton Chekhov's 'comedy of a man who successfully kills himself despite all the pleasures of life' is a story of adaptation and survival, of man versus nature, as he navigates through his age, success and relationships. Life is comical as well as poignant! Chekhov's play has been translated from Russian by Tom Stoppard, a master wordsmith, playwright, and screenwriter in his own right.
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Characters
Please note for character descriptions, ages are identified for use in relationship building between the family, but age will not necessarily dictate the casting.
Irina Arkadina- mother of Konstantin. She is a proud, working actress with a strong need to be noticed. Early to mid 40s.
Konstantin- A young writer who is focused on new art forms and gaining respect. Early to mid 20s.
Sorin- Arkadina's brother and owner of the estate. He worked in government his whole life and is now retired due to ailing health. Late 50s to early 60s.
Nina- An aspiring actress who is trying to find herself. She is loved by Konstantin. Late teens to mid 20s.
Shamraev- Masha's father and Polina's husband. He runs Sorin's estate and is very tight fisted over his work. Late 40s to mid 50s.
Polina- Masha's mother and Shamraev's wife. SHe is not in love with her husband and eyes Dorn as her lover. Mid 40s to mid 50s.
Masha- Daughter of Shamraev and Polina. She is unhappy in life, stemming from unrequited love for Konstantin. Early to mid 20s.
Trigorin- Arkadina's lover. He is a famous writer, easily charmed by fresh experiences. Mid to late 30s.
Dorn- The local doctor who is friendly with the family and spends time on their estate. Late 40s to mid 50s.
Medvedenko- Konstantin's friend and a schoolteacher who is hopelessly in love with Masha. He is poor. Early to mid 20s.
Yakov- A workman on the estate. Any age.
Maid- The maid of the estate. Any age.
Cook- The cook of the estate. Any age.
No accents needed. Stage kissing may be asked of Nina, Trigorin, Arkadina, and Konstantin. The roles of the Cook and Maid have minimal to no lines, but will be present throughout the show as help to the family and will also be instrumental to the scene changes (particularly after the intermission break. Please indicate if you would accept a non-speaking role.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the director at
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