AUDITION DATES

• In Person Auditions: Sat Sep 12, 2026 | 10AM - 3PM

• Callbacks: Sun Sep 13, 2026 | 10AM - 3PM

(Location TBA, Oakland, CA )

KEY PRODUCTION DATES

• First Rehearsal/Table Read: Sat Oct 10, 2026 | 10:30 AM-12PM

• Production Retreat: Sat Oct 17, 2026 | 9AM - 5PM

• First Rehearsal: Tue Oct 20, 2026 | 10AM-4PM

• Tech/Dress: Oct 28 & 29, 2026 | 10AM-4PM

• Performances: Fri Oct 30- Sun Nov 1, 2026

Oakland, CA (Location TBA)

Nigeria, After their formidable mother dies unexpectedly, a disconnected group of siblings have to bury their mother before other family members take matters into their own hands. Set in Lagos.

ROLES

Adaugo, 26-39| Igbo: oldest daughter first child*. Ahamefula’s known first daughter, who recently found out there’s another daughter older than her.

Amara, 33-46 | African American/Igbo: An adult that just discovered Ahamefula as their biological mother in the last year, unknown to the rest of her children.

Nduka, 24-39 | Igbo: Ahamefula’s first son, a peacemaker who wants everyone to get along.

Udoka, 22-36 | Igbo: Ahamefula’s second son, wants things handled efficiently, by the book.

Okwuigbo, 20-28 | Igbo US 1st-gen: Ahamefula’s last child, is focused on her academic achievements and personal career goals.

PREPARATION

PREPARE: 2min contemporary monologue

COLD readings from script

PLEASE allow 60mins for audition

COMPENSATION

Non-union: $23.50/hour for all rehearsals and performances

No housing or travel provided for performers

SUBMIT TO AUDITION

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Questions? info@afrourbansociety.com