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2026 Season | Theatre Frisco | Frisco, Texas
Sylvia
By A.R. Gurney
Greg finds a stray dog in Central Park with only a tag bearing the name Sylvia. He brings Sylvia home, much to the dismay of his wife, Kate. As Greg’s attachment to Sylvia grows, so does Kate’s jealousy toward her four-legged rival. This romantic comedy brings both humor and heart to the stage.
All roles available.
Theatre Frisco is committed to diversity and inclusivity in its casting. All ethnicities & identities are encouraged to audition.
THEATRE FRISCO WILL BE USING ONLY FULLY VACCINATED CAST, CREW PRODUCTION TEAM ON THIS PRODUCTION.
All cast members will receive a stipend. Theatre Frisco pays a $300 stipend for all actors.
AUDITIONS
Sunday, February 15 6-9 pm
Tuesday, February 17 7-9 pm
Callbacks Wednesday, February 18 7-9:30 pm as needed
Location: Black Box Theater in the Frisco Discovery Center
8004 N. Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034 off Cotton Gin Road east of the Dallas North Tollway
Auditions will take place in the Black Box Theater.
Bring headshot and resume. Short readings from the script to be provided at the audition.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals start Sunday, March 29. Rehearsal schedule will be Sunday-Thursday 7-10 pm until start of tech week. Easter Sunday off. Tech week start April 26. No conflicts allowed during tech week or performance dates. Be prepared to list all conflicts.
PERFORMANCES
May 1 - 17
Friday/Saturday 8 pm & Saturday/Sunday 2:30 pm
(Note: 2 Saturday matinees May 9 & 16, no Saturday evening performance May 9)
ROLES
Theatre Frisco supports diversity in its casting and encourages all ethnic and gender identities to audition.
Greg – male-presenting 40s-60s, New Yorker hitting his mid-life crisis. He becomes obsessed with the dog Sylvia after rescuing her in the park.
Kate – female-presenting 40s-60s, New Yorker, successful & driven teacher. Sylvia throws a kink in her plans to enjoy life after the kids have grown and they have moved back to the city. She feels Sylvia becomes a rival for her husband’s affections.
Sylvia – female-presenting 20s-30s, a scruffy mixed-breed dog who sees in Greg a future of doggy treats and attention. She was not a well-trained pet before finding herself on the street.
Actor to play Tom/Phyllis/Leslie – 30s – 60s, open to any gender. Tom is the owner of a Golden Retriever; Phyllis is Kate’s friend who is not a dog lover. Leslie is a gender-fluid therapist offering questionable advice.
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