Audition Notice: Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune
World Stage Theatre Company is seeking strong actors for its upcoming production of Terrence McNally’s poignant and darkly funny two-person drama, “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.”
This is an intimate, character-driven play about a short-order cook (Johnny) and a waitress (Frankie) navigating the awkward morning after their first one-night stand, searching for connection in a lonely world. Strong emphasis will be placed on chemistry, vulnerability, and comfort with mature themes and partial nudity.
Audition Details
- Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
- Time: 7:00pm
- Invited Call-backs: Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Time: 4:00pm
- Location: World Stage Rehearsal Studio (1130 S. Harvard)
- Run dates: April 17-26, 2026
Roles Available:
| Character | Gender | Age Range | Notes |
| Frankie | Female | 30s – 40s | Guarded, pragmatic, deeply wary of commitment. Seeking genuine human connection but afraid to admit it. |
| Johnny | Male | 30s – 40s | Passionate, persistent, an incurable romantic. Full of nervous energy and determined to win Frankie over. |
What to Prepare:
Please prepare one contemporary, dramatic monologue (approximately 1-2 minutes) that highlights vulnerability or passion. Sides from the script will also be provided for cold readings.
For questions about auditions, please contact the director, Kathleen Hope at hopekathleen@hotmail.com