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Our 2026 Spring Production:

Father of the Bride

A Wedding Comedy

10 men 6 women, and 3 or 4 extras

(See character descriptions)

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AUDITION DATES:
March 9 & 10
6:00 - 8:00 PM
WRCT Auditorium
 
PRODUCTION DATES: 
April 30 & May 1 at 7:00 PM
May 2 at 2:00 PM
May 7 & 8 at 7:00 PM
May 9 at 2:00 PM
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Mr. Banks learns that one of the young men he has seen occasionally about the house is about to become his son-in-law. Daughter Kay announces the engagement out of nowhere. Mrs. Banks and her sons are happy, but Mr. Banks is in a dither. The groom-to-be, Buckley Dunstan, appears on the scene and Mr. Banks realizes that the engagement is serious. Buckley and Kay don’t want a “big” wedding — just a simple affair with a few friends! We soon learn, however, that the “few” friends’ idea is out. Then trouble really begins.  The guest list grows larger each day, a caterer is called in, florists, furniture movers and dressmakers take over, and the Banks household is soon caught in turmoil — not to mention growing debt.

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John Young

Director

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*CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS: 
 
George/Banks (Father of the Bride) -  Presents age 40’s- 50’s:
He's typically a man who is initially overwhelmed by the prospect of his daughter's wedding and the financial burden it entails. He's often portrayed as anxious, yet ultimately loving and supportive of his daughter's happiness. 
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Ellie Banks (Bride's Mother) – Presents age 40’s- 50’s:
She's typically a supportive and maternal figure, who may be overly enthusiastic about her daughter's wedding plans. 

 

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Kay Banks (the daughter)  - Presents age 20’s:
The bride, usually in her early twenties, is portrayed as mature and happy, while also being a bit naive about the realities of wedding planning. 

Ben Banks (the oldest brother) – Presents age 18-20

Tommy Banks (the youngest brother) – Presents age 15 – 16:
The brothers are usually portrayed as supportive, but also prone to making fun of their sister and her fiancé. 

Buckley Dunstan (Kay’s Fiancé) -  Presents age 20’s:
He's often portrayed as a well-meaning, but perhaps slightly uncertain, young man who is trying to win over the father and the family. 

Buzz Taylor (Tommy's best friend) –  Presents age 15-17

Peggy Swift, (Ben's girlfriend) – Age 18 – 20

Delilah (the Banks' maid) – Age 20 – 30’s

Miss Bellamy (Secretary) – Presents age 30 – 40:
She's usually portrayed as a stressed-out, but ultimately kind, secretary who helps the family navigate the wedding preparations. 

Mr. Massoula (the wedding planner) –  Presents age 20 – 45:
A character who provides the wedding meals and is often portrayed as eccentric or a source of humor. 

Joe –  Presents age 20 – 30’s

Mrs. Pulitzki – Presents age 30 – 50’s

Red (Furniture mover) – Any age, just not too old

Pete (Furniture mover)  – Any age, just not too old
 
Tim’s Man  - Almost any age

Extras, men or women, to bring in flowers, plants, etc. – Any age

coming this Spring

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