"To succeed in life you need three things-
a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone."
-Reba McEntire
Auditions
Auditions for the North Carolina premiere of
Oedipus El Rey
By Luis Alfaro
Directed by Rod Oden
There will be eleven performances:
May 1 - 17 , 2026
Performances will be held at the Arts Factory
When
Sunday, March 15, 2026 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, March 16, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Callbacks are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, March 17 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. if needed.
Where
Arts Factory
1545 W Trade St.
Charlotte NC 28216
Schedule
-
Rehearsals will tentatively start the week of March 19
-
Rehearsals typically run evenings during the week and some weekend days. Usually 4-5 days a week.
-
No conflicts will be allowed between April 20 - May 17, 2026
Audition Process
-
Read through the character descriptions below!
-
Sign up for a 15 minute time slot for your audition, you will be reading sides from the play
-
Fill out your audition form (attach any headshot or resume if available)!
-
Look over the selected sides (link below)
-
Each audition will include an introduction, readings of the sides, and any redirects from the director
-
We will notify everyone auditioning, either way, before a cast list is announced.
Tips
-
Arrive 5-10 minutes before your audition time to check in, breathe, get water and be comfortable
-
Read over the sides before your audition
-
Wear something comfortable that you feel confident in!
-
Be yourself! We want to work with great people, so while we're interested in your character choices, we want you to be as relaxed and comfortable as possible and show us your personality!
-
First audition? Don't worry! You're going to do great. Email us at info@threebonetheatre.com if you have any questions!
About The Play
This production is the final part of Three Bone Theatre's commitment to produce Luis Alfaro's groundbreaking Greek Trilogy.
As he approaches the end of a lengthy prison sentence, Oedipus is ready to taste his long-awaited freedom. But liberation comes at a price, and life on the outside proves its own kind of prison ruled by a cruel and violent fate. Based on Sophocles’ classic tale, Oedipus El Rey is an urgent examination of modern institutions, social barriers and the power of storytelling for those bold enough to challenge the gods of our time.
Oedipus El Rey is published as part of The Greek Trilogy of Luis Alfaro. Based on Sophocles' Electra and Oedipus, and Euripides' Medea, Alfaro's Electricidad, Oedipus El Rey, and Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles platform the concerns of the Chicano and wider Latino communities in Los Angeles and New York through ancient drama. Three Bone Theatre is proud to produce all three works of this trilogy across three seasons.
True to the original Greek tragedy of Oedipus, the play includes mature situations, sexual content, partial nudity, violence, and depictions of incarceration. There is adult language in both English and Spanish. Oedipus el Rey is recommended for adult audiences.
Character Breakdown
-
We practice identity conscious casting! We consider the complexities of identities integral to the characters. Genders/Races/Ages of the characters are included in the descriptions.
-
Actors of any genders, sizes, abilities/disabilities, and other identities are invited to audition for these roles.
-
All roles are paid and non-union. All stipends are $590.
We will cast 7 actors.
OEDIPUS/CORO #6 - Young king
LAIUS/CORO #4/EL HUESERO - Old King, Bone Healer
JOCASTA - Queen
CREON/CORO #3/TECOLOTE #3/ESFINGE #3 - Queens Brother, Owl Oracle
TIRESIAS/CORO #5 - Blind Servant
CORO #1/EL SOBADOR/TECOLOTE #1/EL MISTICO/ESFINGE #1 - Owl Oracle, Healer, Mystic
CORO #2/TELCOLOTE #2/EL CURANDERO/ ESFINGE #2 - Shaman, Owl Oracle
Audition Sides
Click the link below to access the audition sides for Oedipus El Rey.
If you have any issues - please email hailey@threebonetheatre.com