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We Are Excited to Announce Auditions for Patricia Milton’s Bamboozled, Directed by Award-Winning Terrence Tyrie Ivory
Benicia, CA — The Benicia Theatre Group (BTG) is excited to announce auditions for its Spring 2025 production of Bamboozled, written by celebrated local playwright Patricia Milton. This thought-provoking comedy grapples with identity, bigotry, and the legacy of slavery—all delivered through Milton’s signature sharp wit and incisive humor. We are thrilled to welcome back our award-winning director, Terrence Tyrie Ivory, for his third production with Benicia Theatre Group. Ivory, a true legend in the theatre world, previously directed Fences in 2010 and Two Trains Running in 2015 for the Benicia Theatre Group, both earning critical acclaim and awards. Reviewers hailed Ivory’s direction of Fences as “knocking it out of the park” and described Two Trains Running as “entertaining and thought-provoking.” With his unparalleled talent and vision, Ivory is poised to make Bamboozled an extraordinary and unforgettable production. Be part of the magic and join us in making history!
Audition Details
• Video Submissions: Deadline for submission is February 9, 2025
◦ Submissions may either be a brief personal introduction or a 1-2 minute monologue (original or from a published work).
◦ Please send video submissions to info@beniciatheatregroup.org.
• In-Person Auditions: Scheduled for February 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the B.D.E.S. Portuguese Hall of Benicia, located at
140 W J St, Benicia, CA.
◦ If you submitted an audition video by February 9, this serves as your callback, during which you will perform a monologue from the Bamboozled script. Sides will be available for download on the BTG website in PDF format.
◦ If this is your initial audition, please come prepared with a 1-2 minute monologue (original or published work).
To schedule an audition, contact info@beniciatheatregroup.org or call (707) 746-1269.
Synopsis of Bamboozled
Bamboozled takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride of wit and humor while wrestling with America’s fraught history of race and identity. Set against the backdrop of a contentious historical artifact’s discovery, the play delves into themes of cultural appropriation, systemic bias, and the echoes of slavery, all through Patricia Milton’s hallmark sharp dialogue and comedic prowess.
Character Descriptions
ABBY HOWARD – Female, African American, 20’s. Desperate but resourceful. An “Antiques Roadtrip” appraiser accused of fraud. Hails from Rialto, California.
SAVANNAH HILL – Female, African American, 30’s-40’s. A suspended attorney working as an administrative assistant. In a long-term lesbian partnership. A preacher’s daughter. Tennessee accent. Misused and damn near fed up.
ROCHELLE ASHWORTH – Female, white, 50’s. Ambitious lawyer, fighter, lesbian, originally from Blades, Delaware (the North). Classifies herself as an outsider. Came to Tennessee for love. Dumped, she stays for spite, determined to grow her business. Standard US accent.
OPAL ANNE HATCHETT – Female, white, 50’s-60’s. Old-school Southern matriarch who hosts Civil War re-enactments on her estate. A big-time fan of the 19th century and its values, Opal Anne’s got no patience for white guilt. Tennessee accent.
Rehearsals and Production Schedule
• Rehearsals: Begin in early to mid-March 2025.
◦ Likely schedule Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
• Production Dates:
◦ April 18 – May 11, 2025
◦ Performances:
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM, Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM
• Location:
◦ B.D.E.S. Portuguese Hall of Benicia
◦ 140 W J St, Benicia, CA
Join Us for a Memorable Production
Join Us for a Memorable Production This is your chance to join this highly anticipated theatrical production under the direction of Terrence Tyrie Ivory, whose passion and talent have elevated every project he has touched. Whether you’re an experienced actor or new to the stage, we encourage you to audition. For additional details, visit the Benicia Theatre Group website: www.beniciatheatregroup.org
About Benicia Theatre Group
The mission of Benicia Theatre Group is to promote Community Theatre by providing a wide variety of high-quality theatrical entertainment. We strive to promote training in all aspects of theatre arts allowing aspiring performers and behind-the-scenes volunteers to learn, practice, and perfect their crafts. The Benicia Theatre Group values and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusivity in our volunteers, actors, and board members.
