Auditions Announced for THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre

The Diary of Anne Frank is an adaptation of the 1947 book by the same name, edited by Anne’s father, Otto Frank, which tells the story of a Jewish girl in Holland who hid with her family from the Nazis during WWII. The play chronicles over 2 years of claustrophobic and tense living with her parents, sister, a second family with a son around Anne’s age, and a middle-aged dentist who has little tolerance for Anne’s exuberance.

Anne’s diary speaks not only of day to day life during wartime, but also the familiar angst of all teenagers. This award-winning play, (1956 Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, Critics Circle Award, and virtually every other coveted prize of the theatre.) along with the diary on which it is based, has been viewed as an insightful and timeless portrait of courage, dignity, and perseverance.

Director Christine E. Rock will hold auditions Monday September 24 and Tuesday September 25 from 7-9PM at Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre, 537 North Main Street in Wilkes-Barre. Casting requirements are as follows:

• Anne Frank: 1 Female, must be 13-15 years old—or look like it
• Margot Frank: 1 Female, age 18
• Miep : 1 Female, 20+
• Mrs. Frank & Mrs. Van Daan: 2 Females 35+
• Peter Van Daan: 1 Male, age 16
• Mr. Kraler & Mr. Van Daan: 2 Males 40+
• Mr. Frank & Mr. Dussel: 2 Males 50+

All roles are open and those auditioning will be asked to read from the script.

Production dates for The Diary of Anne Frank will be November 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 2007. Friday and Saturday evening shows start at 8pm and Sunday matinées begin at 3pm. For more information or to make your reservations, contact the Little Theatre Box Office at 570-823-1875 or visit ltwb.org.