GRUMPY OLD MEN is the story of two aging men, Max and John, neighbors who have been feuding for most of their lives. Invigorated by their shared affection for their new neighbor across the street, the beautiful, eccentric, and charming Ariel, they face-off as romantic rivals until their hilarious shenanigans finally bring about a resolution to their long-standing differences. Based on the 1993 film, which starred Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ann-Margret, this stage adaptation captures the lovably crotchety characters through twinkling humor, great songs, and the affectionate depiction of a small town that feels like home to everyone.

Characters:

• JOHN GUSTAFSON (retired history teacher) – Male, Age 50+
• MAX GOLDMAN (his neighbor; retired TV repairman) – Male, Age 50+
• ARIEL TRUAX (college professor; new in town) – Female, Age 45+
• JACOB GOLDMAN (Max’s son; a lawyer) – Male, Age 25+
• MELANIE NORTON (John’s daughter; a R.E. agent) – Female, Age 25+
• SANDRA SNYDER (nefarious tax collector) – Female, Age 30+
• “GRANDPA” GUSTAFSON (John’s oversexed father) – Male, Age 70+
• CHUCK BARRELS (owns the town’s general store) – Male, Age 50+
• PUNKY BARRELS (Chuck’s niece; also new to town) – Female, Age 40+
• HARRY the accident-prone postman delivers mail to
• TIM the dubious minister who is married to
• UNIS the avian addict while
• STAN the polka champion is browbeaten by his wife
• FRAN the town gossip
• KARLA caffeinates all, including (Actor also portrays NURSE)
• BO and LO who appear as movers, orderlies and other random duos

An ENSEMBLE of 5 Men and 3 Women is also required.

Directed by: Kate Leeming

Musical Directors: Helen Snortland& Grainne Concagh

Audition Details:

Open, Group Audition

Please Prepare a musical selection of 30 seconds or less

Be prepared to do a cold read.

Performance Details:

Performance in April 2024

Rehearsal Schedule TBA