Auditions Announced for the World Premiere of Lithium & Xanax & All of My Friends by Brand Spankin' New Theatre

Nashville, TN – July 5, 2024 – Brand Spankin' New Theatre (BSN Theatre) is thrilled to announce auditions for the world premiere of Lithium & Xanax & All of My Friends, a new drama by acclaimed Nashville playwright Robert M. Coles. This powerful and thought-provoking production will be directed by Bradley Moore and is set to run from October 4-12, 2024, at the Darkhorse Theatre in Nashville.

Audition Details:

• Date and Time: Sunday, July 28, at 6 PM
• Location: Darkhorse Theatre, 4610 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37209
• Sign-Up: Interested actors must sign up at the following link to audition: Sign-Up Genius

About the Show: Lithium & Xanax & All of My Friends centers around Adam, a young gay man struggling to complete his novel. Despite working as a "Food Delivery Specialist" (bus boy) at P.F. Chang's, he feels perpetually stuck, always finding external factors to blame for his lack of progress. His friends, tired of his excuses, gather one night to push him towards confronting his choices and making a decisive move forward.

The play delves into themes of mental health, suicide, LGBTQ issues, and the lasting impact of conversion therapy. Featuring a cast of five, the friends act as an ensemble, portraying various characters from Adam's past and present. The unique structure of the play allows the actor playing Adam to choose one of three possible endings each night, adding an element of unpredictability and raw authenticity to the performance.

Roles Available:

• Adam (m, late 20s/early 30s): A struggling writer and survivor of conversion therapy.
• Lee (m, any age): The constant, dependable friend.
• Annie (f, any age): The calming, zen friend.
• Will/Wilhelmina (m/f, any age): The confrontational, decision-forcing friend.
• Remy (m/f, any age): The harsh, logical friend.

Audition Requirements:

• Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
• Please bring a resume and headshot.
• Be prepared to list all conflicts for September and the first two weeks of October.

Rehearsal and Performance Details:

• Rehearsals: Begin September 3 at the Bellevue Community Center.
• Performances: October 4-12, 2024, at the Darkhorse Theatre.

Production Team:

• Director: Bradley Moore
• Playwright: Robert M. Coles

Future Production: This show will also be produced Off-Broadway in 2025.

Contact Information: For media inquiries, please contact BSN Theatre at info@bsntheatre.org.

Join us for this exciting opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking production that tackles critical contemporary issues with depth and nuance. Sign up today to audition for Lithium & Xanax & All of My Friends and help bring this powerful story to life.