Second Street Players set ‘Cuckoo’s Nest’ auditions Dec. 2-3

Second Street Players has set auditions for its 2025 season opener, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” by Dale Wasserman based on the novel by Ken Kesey.

Director Marge Ventura will hold open auditions, consisting of a cold reading from the script, from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 2 and 3, at the Riverfront Theater, 2 S. Walnut St., Milford. If needed, callbacks will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, at the theater.

The show is performed by a cast of 12 men and four women. For character descriptions, go to secondstreetplayers.com.

After being convicted of a petty crime, a charming, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his sentence in a mental institution rather than a prison. However, he soon realizes his mistake through clashes with the authoritarian head nurse. Despite Nurse Ratched's strict reign, McMurphy attempts to do away with the restrictive routines and lead patients out of their insecurities. He ultimately stages a revolt, bringing a small ray of hope to the other patients, but his insubordination has its consequences.

Performance dates are Friday to Sunday, Feb. 7 to 9 and Feb. 14 to 16. To be considered for casting, those auditioning must be available for all performances and during the two weeks prior to opening night. 

For more information, email Marge Ventura at marge.ventura@gmail.com.