Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA)
Audition Dates
November 1
Description
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) presents "Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight" by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Jessica Franz-Martin. Part historical fantasy and part theatrical thrill ride, following 18th-century physicist and mathematician Émilie du Châtelet as she returns to weigh love against philosophy.
AUDITIONS: Sunday, November 1, 2026, 6:00-9:00 PM at OCTA, 500 E. Loula, Olathe, KS 66061. Callbacks (invitation only): Sunday, November 8, 2026, 6:00 PM. Video auditions accepted (due by NOON on Nov 1). Actors ages 18+ only; all ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities welcome and encouraged.
PREPARE: A 1-2 minute classical or contemporary monologue (heightened/poetic language preferred); provided sides are available as an alternative. Bring a completed audition form, resume, and headshot if available.
ROLES: Emilie (40ish, brilliant physicist, narrates the play); Voltaire (50ish, Enlightenment philosopher); Soubrette (mid-20s, plays younger Emilie, Gabrielle, Marie-Louise & others); Gentleman (30s, plays the Marquis, Jean-Francois, Maupertuis & others); Madam (50s, plays Emilie's Mother and Madame Graffigny). Note: Voltaire, Soubrette, and the Gentleman engage in staged intimacy of varying degrees.
PERFORMANCES: February 5-21, 2027 (Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 PM; Sundays 2:00 PM). Rehearsals begin January 3, 2027, typically Sunday-Thursday 7:00-10:00 PM at OCTA.
Note: Pay/stipend not specified on the audition notice.
Submission & Contact Info
Audition in person: Sunday, Nov 1, 2026, 6:00-9:00 PM at Olathe Civic Theatre Association, 500 E. Loula, Olathe, KS 66061 (walk-in; bring audition form, resume & headshot).
Video auditions and all questions: email director Jessica Franz-Martin at sabrynef@yahoo.com (videos must be received by NOON on Nov 1, 2026).
Full audition notice & script PDF: https://olathetheatre.org/audition-information/