AUDITIONS – The Miracle Worker

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Casting for Adult Roles

Monday, November 17, 7 P.M.

Director John Moon is seeking actors (4w, 3m) for William Gibson’s Tony Award-winning drama about the remarkable relationship that develops between the young blind and deaf Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan.  

Auditions will be held on Monday, November 17, from 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. at Swift Creek Mill Theatre, 17401 Route One, South Chesterfield, VA 23834.  (Wednesday, November 19, may also be available for overflow)  Please email producer Tom Width at twidth@aol.com to schedule an audition time or ask questions.  Actors should be available not only for evening and weekend performances, but also for some 10:15 A.M. student matinees and some 2:30 P.M. matinees on select Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.  Note:  Auditions for the children’s roles (Helen, Martha, and Percy) will be held separately.  Adult roles being cast:

• Annie Sullivan (early 20s):  Helen’s fiercely determined teacher.  Half-blind herself, she takes on the challenge of educating Helen against all odds.

• Captain Arthur H. Keller (40s):  Helen’s father, often unclear about how to support Annie’s efforts.  He struggles between hope and despair regarding Helen’s future.

• Kate Keller (early 30s): Helen’s mother, desperate to help her daughter.  She begins to believe in Annie’s methods and potential for success.

• James Keller (18-20:  Helen’s half-brother from a previous marriage who feels overlooked. His frustration and cynicism reflect the family’s challenges and misunderstandings.

• Aunt Ev  (40s):  Arthur’s sister and Helen’s aunt, she is often at odds with Annie’s methods to reach Helen.

• Michael Anagnos (50s):  Director of the Perkins School for the Blind, he helped to restore most of Annie’s sight and encouraged her to take on the role of Helen’s teacher.  (This role will also double as the Doctor at the start of the play)

• Viney (30-40):  An African-American servant in the Keller household and very protective of young Helen, she has two children, Percy and Martha.

Those auditioning for these roles are asked to prepare a 1-2 minute modern dramatic monologue.  You may also be asked to read from the script.

The Miracle Worker will run from January 29 – February 21, 2026. All roles are paid.

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AUDITIONS – The Miracle Worker

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Casting for Children’s Roles

Monday, November 10, 7 P.M.

Director John Moon is seeking child actors for William Gibson’s Tony Award-winning drama about the remarkable relationship that develops between young blind and deaf Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan.  Auditions will be by appointment only on Monday, November 10, between 7 and 10 P.M., at Swift Creek Mill Theatre, 17401 Route One, South Chesterfield, VA 23834.  Please email Producer Tom Width at twidth@aol.com to schedule an audition time.  Actors should be available not only for evening and weekend performances, but also for several student matinees at 10:15 A.M. and Mainstage matinees at 2:30 P.M. on select Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.  Double-casting for these roles may be possible to limit any loss of time in school.  Children’s roles being cast:

• Helen Keller (age 7-10): Deaf and blind. Helen’s frustrations manifest in rage due to her isolation.  This is a physically demanding role that will require some fight choreography, so actors with any sports or gymnastic experience are encouraged to audition.  Actors auditioning for this role are asked to prepare a 1-minute piece where they enter a room and (as a young blind girl) search for a doll they left there.

• Martha and Percy (age 7-10): Both African-American, they are the daughter and son of Viney, who is a servant in the Keller household.  They play regularly with Helen and are somewhat tolerant of her outbursts.  Percy is especially tolerant and even allows Helen to stick her fingers in his mouth as she tries to understand speech.  Actors auditioning for these roles will be asked to read from the script, and sides will be provided.

Any questions for children’s auditions can be directed to John Moon at moonjc@comcast.net

The Miracle Worker will run from January 29 – February 21, 2026. All roles are paid.