Auditions for ‘Flowers for Algernon’ set

Director Jack Randall Earles will hold two sessions of auditions for “Flowers For Algernon,” the final production of the 63rd season of the Putnam County Playhouse.

The first will be Sunday, July 21 at 3 p.m., and the second will be Monday, July 22 at 7 p.m. Both will be at the Michael McClaine Rehearsal Center at the Hazel Day Longden Theatre.

The play will be produced Sept. 12-14 and 18-21. It is being sponsored by Watchman Roofing.

The leading role available is Charlie Gordon, a special needs man who has his IQ increased by a scientific process. The play tells the story of his struggle and the struggles of those around him to adjust to his new life.

Other roles include Dr. Strauss and Professor Nemur, the originators of the process; Charlie’s friend, Alice Kinian; his parents, sister and co-workers. There are several smaller adult roles that will be double cast.

Three younger younger performers are also needed. A girl, stage age 8, a boy stage age 8-10 and a teenage boy.

More information can be found at the website www.putnamcountyplayhouse.com.

The season continues with final performances of “The Pink Panther Strikes Again” this weekend and “Something Rotten” in August.