Mariemont Players, Inc. is pleased to announce auditions for our production of The Curious Savage, a comedy by John Patrick.

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Directed and Produced by Douglas Berlon

Assistant Director and Stage Management by Jill Rothmeeler

Audition Dates/Times:

Sunday, February 15, 2026 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Monday, February 16, 2026 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Callbacks (if needed): Tuesday, February 17, 2026 7:00 p.m.

Please sign up for an audition slot here

 

Location:

Mariemont Players – 4101 Walton Creek Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227

 

Audition Requirements:

• Auditions will consist of readings from the script. The full script can be found here.

  • Click here for a link to the audition sides and some helpful hints....​

• If you've never been directed by Douglas, please bring a theatrical résumé and headshot.

• All identities, races, ages, body types, experience levels, and abilities are welcomed and encouraged to audition.

• For questions about the play or audition process, please contact Douglas here.

 

Production Dates:

May 7 – 24, 2026

 

Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsals will begin in March and run through opening. Rehearsals are typically held 3–4 evenings per week but not all actors will be called for every rehearsal.

 

Synopsis:

Mrs. Ethel Savage, a wealthy widow, has been committed to a sanitarium by her greedy stepchildren who are determined to get their hands on her late husband's fortune. But the residents of The Cloisters—each delightfully eccentric and emotionally sincere—may be saner than the self-serving family members outside.

The Curious Savage is a warm, whimsical comedy about kindness, loyalty, and what truly matters in life. It celebrates those who color outside the lines and reminds us that dignity and humanity often flourish in the unlikeliest places.

 

Character Breakdown:

• Ethel Savage - The role of Ethel Savage has been pre-cast.

• Florence Williams – female-presenting, 30s–50s
  Nurturing and sweet, lives in denial of the loss of her child.

• Fairy May – female-presenting, 20s–30s
  Childlike, bubbly, and deeply sincere. Great comic energy.

• Jeffrey – male-presenting, 20s–40s
  A former concert pianist traumatized by war. Gentle and withdrawn.

• Hannibal – male-presenting, 30s–60s
  Quirky and friendly, convinced he’s a violinist. Eccentric with depth.

• Miss Wilhelmina – female-presenting, 20's-40's
  The kind and practical nurse. Grounded and calm.

• Mrs. Paddy – female-presenting, 40s–70s
  Silent except for listing things she hates. A physical and expressive role.

• Titus Savage – male-presenting, 40s–60s
  Ethel’s stepson. A pompous U.S. Senator with a temper.

• Samuel Savage – male-presenting, 35s–55s
  A self-important judge, humorless and insecure.

• Lily Belle Savage – female-presenting, 30s–50s
  Glamorous, vain, and dramatic. Self-involved and volatile.

• Dr. Emmett – male-presenting, 30s–60s
  Compassionate doctor who respects his patients.