Auditions

NCTC is casting a non-AEA actor for the regional premiere of HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN SON by Christopher Oscar Peña.

Directed by Ben Villegas Randle.

A Madonna concert. Stealing Dad’s credit card. Sounds like a great idea! Teenage Orlando enjoys a lavish and privileged life-thanks to his family’s successful business. But, his Honduran-born father has different ideas of where his hard-earned cash should go. This audacious new comedy dares to ask: who is entitled to privilege? 

Please visit the Audition Folder (script, calendar, audition materials)

Rehearsals begin: Feb 28, 2026

Performance run: April 3 – May 10, 2026

Pay is $3500 inclusive of rehearsals and performances.

TO AUDITION

Please fill out this audition form to request an audition date/time: AUDITION FORM

Casting the role of:

MERCEDES — Latina woman, 30s. American-born Mexican. Right-hand to Mando and newly promoted general manager. Assertive, efficient, and loyal. Balances professionalism with a maternal sensibility.

All other roles have been cast at a prior audition.