CASTING CALL – THE REUNION (EDINBURGH FRINGE)

Description

Casting for “The Reunion”, a comedy-drama play heading to the Edinburgh Fringe.

ABOUT THE PROJECT:
Set in the summer of 2025, the story follows Mackenzie Millar, a university graduate hiding his working-class background while pretending to be from a privileged upbringing. When his father unexpectedly shows up with reunion tickets across the country, their journey from England to Scotland forces both of them to confront identity, class, and their relationship as father and son.

PROJECT DETAILS:
Show Dates: 5th – 30th August
Location: Edinburgh Fringe
Type: Comedy-drama
Compensation: Profit share

ROLES:
MACKENZIE (20s)
Male presenting
English accent
A newly graduated working-class boy trying to appear posh. Good at heart but misguided and obsessed with appearances.

ANGIE (40s)
Female presenting
Essex accent
An Essex mum. Glamorous, lively, slightly ditzy but strong-willed. Deeply cares for her son.

RONNIE (40s)
Male presenting
Scottish accent
An ageing man with a Peter Pan complex. Well-meaning but unreliable. Trying to reconnect with his son.

*Playing age is flexible. Casting is focused on performance and character over exact age match.*