by Diane Samuels
Play reading: 7.45pm, Tues 13 May 2025
Auditions: 7.45pm, Fri 23 May 2025 or 2pm, Sun 1 June 2025
Production dates: 30 October – 8 November 2025
Between 1938 and the outbreak of war, almost 10,000 children, mostly Jewish, were sent by their parents from Germany to Britain on what was known as the Kindertransport. Nine-year-old Eva ends up in Manchester. When Eva’s parents fail to escape, Eva begins the process of reinventing herself and the denial of her roots. But she is forced to confront her past by her own daughter who discovers some old letters in the attic. This award winning modern classic, first staged in 1993, explores the pain and passion of mother/daughter relationships and the anguish of separation and loss; particularly poignant as 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
Characters
Evelyn – tbc
Faith – tbc
Eva – tbc
Lil – tbc
Helga – tbc
The Ratcatcher – tbc
The play reading evening is a social evening to learn more about the play and to meet the director and other members of the Miller Theatre Company. This is held in the Studio.
Auditions are held on a Friday evening and a Sunday afternoon in the theatre a few weeks later. You only need to attend one of these audition days. The director and members of the production team will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you may have.
The Audition Notice contains a synopsis of the play, a description of the characters and relevant dates and contact details. It also contains a list of audition pieces so that any potential cast members can prepare for their audition.
The Studio is located behind the main theatre. Entry to the theatre for the auditions is via the Stage Door at the back of the theatre. Access to the Studio and Stage Door is via the side gate on the right of the theatre (click here for map).