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The Humebot written by Steve SchmittDirected by Nancy Matican- Bock
Show dates are:July 31-August 9th. It runs for two weekends.
Synopsis:
Set in a recognizable near-future world where advanced humanoid companions known as humebots have become part of everyday life, The Humebot follows Dr. Alex Monroe, a relationship therapist who has given up on human romance in favor of the predictability and emotional safety offered by artificial companions. Confident in the belief that humans are incapable of completely loving one another, Alex has built a carefully controlled life alongside a humebot partner. But when a mysterious new client arrives seeking advice about love and connection, Alex’s worldview begins to crack. As clients, friends, family, and unexpected revelations collide, The Humebot explores vulnerability, identity, loneliness, and the complicated nature of human connection through humor, heart, and dark comedy.
hu·me·bot
/ˈhjuːmˌbɒt/
noun
1. An advanced intelligent humanoid designed to emulate human
behavior and interaction.
2. A companion unit designed for adaptive learning through
observation and user engagement.
3. An entity created to provide what human relationships often
cannot: stability, availability, and compliance.
Character Breakdown
Neutral character names are used to allow full flexibility in
casting. Directors and actors are encouraged to interpret and
shape the story with regard to gender identity, sexual
orientation, and relationships. Any pronouns in the script may
be adjusted to align with casting and performance choices. Ages
are also flexible with the exception of Ellis. The playwright’s
original version includes gender assignments and age ranges
noted in parentheses within the character descriptions
ALEX (Originally written Male, 35-50) Experienced Relationship
Therapist who refuses to date humans. He lives with his partner
a humebot named True.
TRUE (Originally written Female, 25-50) Alex’s Live-In Humebot.
She is measured in her responses and understands her function is
to serve Alex and by extension, humanity.
TAYLOR (Originally written Male, 35-50) Alex’s Best Friend. A
playboy skeptical of humebots in a “seen too many movies” type
of way.
SAM (Originally written Female, 25-40) Taylor’s new love
interest. Raised with a distrust for technology, but curious
about the humebots.
QUINN (Originally written Female, 30-50) A human who pretends to be a humebot to gain access to Alex.
ELLIS (Originally written Male, 70-80) Alex’s Uncle (may be
played as an Aunt) Married 52 years. Wise, experienced widower
who understands life.
RILEY (Originally written Female, 25-35) Jordan’s wife, Alex’s
client. Practical, less emotional than Jordan.
JORDAN (Originally written Female, 25-35) Riley’s wife, Alex’s
client. More emotional and fearful.
Please bring a headshot and resume, if you have it. Lobby opens for registration at 6:30pm.
You may choose to attend both audition dates but, it is not required. Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script and the script will not be available for review until the auditions.
Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns @[email protected]
I look forward to seeing you and witnessing your talent!
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Event Venue
Surfside Playhouse, 301 Ramp Rd, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931-2566, United States
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