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Interested in a role in an upcoming production of GreenMan Theatre Troupe's "The Cover of Life" by playwright R.T. Robinson? If so, head to GreenMan's performance space at First United Methodist Church of Elmhurst, 232 S. York St., for auditions from 7-9 p.m. on Sept. 23 and 25.

Based on true events in the life of Robinson's mother, "The Cover of Life" features Tood, Weetsie and Sybill, three brides in rural Louisiana, each married to a Cliffert brother and living under their mother-in-law's roof as their men are off fighting in World War II. A local news article about these young wives attracts the attention of American magazine magnate Henry Luce. He decides the trio belong on the cover of Life Magazine and assigns Kate Miller, a war correspondent, to the story. Though she views doing a "women's piece" as a career setback, Miller accepts her first cover story and embarks on a greater journey than she anticipates. With charm, heartache and hope, "The Cover of Life" is a deeply affecting story about the characters' struggles for self-worth.

"This is a very character-driven story," said Jayne Furlong, the play's director. "Each character is dynamic and multi-faceted, so there's a lot for actors to sink their teeth into and work with when it comes to these roles."

When it comes to casting "The Cover of Life," Furlong said she is "looking for actors excited to have deep, probing conversations around characters, the situations within the play and the overall story that the cast will be telling together."

GreenMan Theatre's "The Cover of Life" cast will feature seven roles. For a complete list of roles and character descriptions, log on to www.greenmantheatre.org/coveroflife

Furlong encourages performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities and ages to audition. However, auditionees should note that this script contains sensitive subjects and themes including infertility, domestic violence, suicide and gun violence. Each actor should consider his/her/their comfort level with discussing and portraying these issues before moving forward with auditioning.

Actors must be prepared to list all conflicts from October - November. GreenMan Theatre's "The Cover of Life" has a short rehearsal period and is an ensemble piece, so most actors will be called at most rehearsals. Rehearsals will be on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

This is a community theater production. All positions are unpaid, and all participants are expected to assist with at least one work call (set build, poster distribution, prop organization, costume assistance, etc.)