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OPEN CALL FOR A Man of No importance

Long Beach Landmark Theatre Company is holding open auditions for A Man of No Importance- Book by Terrance McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens

Director, Megan O’Toole; Music Director, Curtis Heard

This is a fully staged production, with professional live orchestra. This is a volunteer theatre performance. 

DATES

REHEARSALS:
Begin August 25 and run Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm-10:30pm and Saturdays from 10:00am-6:00pm. 

PERFORMANCES:
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 7pm October 16-18, October 23-25 and October 30 – November 1. 

* Opening Night falls on Oscar Wilde’s birthday—a fitting celebration for this remarkable musical inspired by his life and work. 

AUDITIONS:
Sunday, August 16 from 1:00pm – 5:00pm.  

No appointment necessary. 

Callbacks (if required) TBD  

Auditions, rehearsals and performances are in the historic sanctuary at First Congregational Church of Long Beach at 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA  90802.  Direct questions to [email protected] or (213) 864-7676.

Audition Requirements

Be prepared to sing 32 bars (or one minute) of music in the style of the show, and/or that demonstrates your vocal range and power. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring sheet music. Resume and headshot are not required, if submitted they will be viewed post-audition.  

We are looking for truthful storytelling, beautiful musicianship, and artists eager to create together. There is no expectation that performers arrive with a polished Irish accent. We will explore the dialect and world of the play together throughout the rehearsal process. 

AUDITION INFORMATION

ABOUT THE SHOW

Winner of the 2003 Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, A Man of No Importance is the second celebrated collaboration from Tony Award winners Terrence McNally, Lynn Ahrens, and Stephen Flaherty, the acclaimed creative team behind Ragtime. 

Set in Dublin in 1964, the musical follows Alfie Byrne, an unassuming bus conductor whose heart holds secrets he shares only with his imagined confidant, Oscar Wilde. Inspired by his love of poetry and theatre, Alfie sets out to stage an amateur production of Wilde’s Salome in his local church hall. When the production faces unexpected opposition, Alfie is forced to confront the prejudice, shame, and fear that have shaped his life, discovering the courage it takes to live authentically.  

Filled with warmth, humor, and one of the most beautiful scores in contemporary musical theatre, A Man of No Importance is a rare gem in the canon of musical theatre; a deeply human story about friendship, community, compassion, and the transformative power of theatre. Both intimate and uplifting, it reminds us that the greatest acts of courage often begin with simply allowing ourselves to be seen. 

 

LONG BEACH LANDMARK CASTING COMMITMENT

We are committed to creating an inclusive, collaborative environment where artists feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves into the creative process. As a company, we continually evaluate our practices to better reflect and serve our vibrant and diverse community. We actively encourage performers of every race, ethnicity, age, body type, disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and experience level to audition. Our goal is to build an ensemble that reflects the richness of the community we serve while honoring the heart of this remarkable story. 

 

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS AND VOCAL RANGES

Descriptions are a guide only and may be flexible. All Roles Open

ALFIE BYRNE
Baritone • Vocal Range: A2–E4
An unassuming Dublin bus conductor with a rich inner life and a deep love of poetry and theatre. Kind, thoughtful, and quietly funny, Alfie has spent much of his life putting others before himself. Beneath his gentle exterior is a man longing to be fully seen and accepted. This role requires emotional depth, warmth, and vulnerability.

ROBBIE FAY
Bari/Tenor • Vocal Range: C3–A4
Alfie’s coworker and closest friend. Warm, charismatic, and effortlessly likeable, Robbie possesses an easy confidence that draws people to him. Though practical and grounded, he shares Alfie’s appreciation for beauty and poetry, making him one of the emotional anchors of the story.

ADELE RICE
Soprano • Vocal Range: C4–F5
A young woman newly arrived in Dublin from rural Ireland. Sweet, sincere, and wise beyond her years, Adele carries a difficult secret while searching for a place where she can begin again. Through the St. Imelda’s Players she discovers confidence, belonging, and friendship.

LILY BYRNE
Mezzo-Soprano • Vocal Range: E3–C5
Alfie’s devoted sister. Loving, practical, and fiercely loyal, Lily has sacrificed much of her own happiness to care for her brother. Though shaped by the expectations of her community, her love for Alfie ultimately proves stronger than her fear.

CARNEY
Baritone • Vocal Range: A2–G4
The neighborhood butcher and the self-appointed leading man of St. Imelda’s Players. Boisterous, theatrical, and proud of his talent, Carney thrives in the spotlight. Beneath his humor and confidence lies a deeply conservative worldview that puts him at odds with Alfie’s vision.

OSCAR WILDE
Baritone/Tenor
Alfie’s imagined confidant and constant companion. Witty, elegant, mischievous, and endlessly insightful, Wilde serves as both mentor and conscience, encouraging Alfie to embrace truth, beauty, and the courage to live authentically.

FATHER KENNY
Baritone
The parish priest of St. Imelda’s. Kind-hearted and genuinely fond of his parishioners, Father Kenny finds himself caught between pastoral compassion and the expectations of church authority. A thoughtful role requiring warmth, humor, and quiet humanity.

BALDY (JAMES MICHAEL O’SHEA)
Baritone • Vocal Range: B2–G4
The longtime stage manager of St. Imelda’s Players. Gentle, dependable, and quietly wise, Baldy has experienced profound loss but retains an enduring optimism and generous spirit. One of the company’s most steadfast friends.

BRETON BERET
Baritone • Vocal Range: A2–C4
A mysterious and seductive stranger whose appearance becomes a turning point in Alfie’s journey. Charming on the surface but ultimately dangerous, this role represents both temptation and the harsh realities of prejudice.

MRS. PATRICK
Mezzo-Soprano
A respected parishioner whose own hidden relationship reminds us that many people carry secrets beneath respectable appearances. Warm, complex, and compassionate.

MRS. GRACE
Mezzo/Soprano
An enthusiastic member of St. Imelda’s Players with strong opinions and an even stronger sense of propriety. Comic timing and personality are more important than age.

KITTY
Female • Mezzo-Soprano • Vocal Range: A3–D5
The friendly barmaid at Robbie’s pub. Warm, observant, and quick with a smile, Kitty is a familiar face in the community. Though her interactions are often lighthearted, an innocent remark reveals an important truth that sets key events in motion. Strong comic instincts and authentic Irish character are assets.

MRS. CURTIN
Female • Mezzo-Soprano • Vocal Range: A3–D5
A member of the St. Imelda’s Players and the company’s choreographer. Enthusiastic, practical, and devoted to the production, she brings warmth, humor, and theatrical energy to the amateur dramatic society.

MISS CROWE
One of the dedicated members of the theatre troupe. Earnest, spirited, and always ready to lend a hand, she contributes to the warmth and humor of the ensemble.

ERNIE LALLY
Baritone • Vocal Range: B2–G4
The company’s devoted set designer. Creative, dependable, and proud of every production, Ernie is one of the many friends who make St. Imelda’s Players feel like a family.

SULLY O’HARA
A member of the theatre company and the Dublin community. Friendly, humorous, and an important part of the ensemble’s camaraderie.

PETER
A member of St. Imelda’s Players. An ensemble role with opportunities for memorable character work and strong storytelling.

The following roles are traditionally cast as doubling tracks

  • Alfie Byrne
  • Robbie Fay
  • Adele Rice
  • Lily Byrne
  • Carney / Oscar Wilde
  • Baldy (James Michael O’Shea) / Breton Beret
  • Father Kenny / Peter
  • Mrs. Patrick / Mrs. Grace
  • Mrs. Curtin / Kitty
  • Ernie Lally / Sully O’Hara
  • Miss Crowe (Ensemble Track)

ENSEMBLE
The ensemble portrays the members of St. Imelda’s Players, Dublin bus passengers, parishioners, pub patrons, townspeople, and the many people who make up Alfie’s world. Strong actors and singers with a love of ensemble storytelling are encouraged to audition. Many ensemble members will have featured moments throughout the production.