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| AdamRoebuck Studios, Productions, & Casting |
Twelve Angry Men by Reginald Rose
Synopsis
A 19-year-old boy has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters
the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case--until one of
the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts. "This is a remarkable thing about democracy," says the
foreign-born juror, "that we are notified by mail to come down to this place--and decide on the guilt or
innocence of a man, of a man we have not known before. We have nothing to gain or lose by our verdict. We
should not make it a personal thing." But personal it does become, with each juror revealing his or her own
character as the various testimonies are re-examined, the murder is re-enacted and a new murder threat is born
before their own eyes! Tempers get short, arguments grow heated, and the jurors become twelve angry men.
Breakdown
Males - 18 & Above Only
Juror #1 - Non-confrontational, Juror #1 serves as the foreman of the jury. He is serious about his authoritative
role, and wants to be as fair as possible.
Juror #2 - He is the most timid of the group. Juror #2 is easily persuaded by the opinions of others, and cannot
explain the roots of his opinions.
Juror #3 - Juror #3 is immediately vocal about the supposed simplicity of the case, and the obvious guilt of the
defendant. He is quick to lose his temper, and often infuriated when Juror #8 and other members disagree with
his opinions.
Juror #4 - A logical, well-spoken stock-broker, Juror #4 urges fellow jurors to avoid emotional arguments and
engage in rational discussion.
Juror #5 - This young man is nervous about expressing his opinion, especially in front of the elder members of
the group. He grew up in the slums.
Juror #6 - Described as an “honest but dull-witted man,” Juror #6 is a house painter by trade. He is slow to see
the good in others.
Juror #7 - A slick and sometimes obnoxious salesman, Juror #7 admits during Act One that he would have done
anything to miss jury duty.
Juror #8 - Described as thoughtful and gentle, Juror #8 is usually portrayed as the most heroic member of the
jury. He is devoted to justice, and is initially sympathetic toward the 19-year-old defendant.
Juror #9 - “mild, gentle old man, defeated by life and waiting to die."
Juror #10 - The most abhorrent member of the group, Juror #10 is openly bitter and prejudice. During Act Three
he unleashes his bigotry to the others in a speech that disturbs the rest of the jury
Juror #11 - As a refugee from Europe, Juror #11 has witnessed great injustices. He sometimes feels self-conscious
about his foreign accent. He conveys a deep appreciation for democracy and America’s legal system.
Juror #12 - He is an arrogant and impatient advertising executive. He is anxious for the trial to be over so that he
can get back to his career and his social life.
Auditions
All previous times have been filled. The following appointment times are still available. To schedule your
appointment, please e-mail ScheduleMePleaseAdam@gmail.com a list of several audition times from the list
below that might work if possible.
*****Please note that at this time all audition spots are filled. However, send up an e-mail with preferences as to
what night would be best since we do get LOTS of cancellations. We are auditioning both Monday, February
27th, Tuesday, February 28th, Wednesday, February 29th, and Thursday, March 1st between 7PM and 9:45PM.
PLEASE NO WALKINS. You will be turned away.
You can also take advantage of our digital audition option. Simply click on this link, http://db.tt/6JDcqwV
and register a Dropbox account. Once you have that you can record your audition video with a webcam or
ISight cam and then DropBox it to us along with your picture, resume, and any other reel, ect..
Please prepare a 90 second cut of a contemporary monologue.
Auditions & rehearsals will be held at
Paul Michael's THE NETWORK
242 West 36th Street between 7th & 8th Avenues
3rd Floor
You must have a stapled headshot and resume with you at the time of audition for consideration.
Rehearsal Guidelines
The complete rehearsal schedule is posted below. There are 6 performances with each of the casts getting 3
performances. Please do not audition unless you are available for all of the rehearsals and performance for at
least one of the casts. You may not leave early and you may not be late for any rehearsals. Sickness is also not
an excuse for missing rehearsal unless you have hospital discharge papers.
Performance Guidelines
This production is non-equity and there is no pay. Performances will take place at the Times Square Arts Center
in Midtown NYC at the Roy Arias Theater Center's 5th Floor Off Broadway Theater.
Rehearsal & Performance Schedule
Wednesday, April 4th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 5th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 11th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 12th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 18th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 19th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 25th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 26th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Tuesday, May 1st - 11AM til 2PM - Cast A Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, May 1st - 3PM till 6PM - Cast B Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, May 1st - 7PM Performance Cast A ( 6PM Calltime)
Tuesday, May 1st - 9PM Performance Cast B ( 8PM Calltime)
Saturday, May 5th - 2:45PM Performance Cast B (1:45PM Calltime)
Sunday, May 6th - 2:45PM Performance Cast A (1:45PM Calltime)
Saturday, May 12th - 2:45PM Performance Cast A ( 1:45PM Calltime)
Sunday, May 13th - 2:45PM Performance Cast B (1:45PM Calltime)
Synopsis
A 19-year-old boy has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters
the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case--until one of
the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts. "This is a remarkable thing about democracy," says the
foreign-born juror, "that we are notified by mail to come down to this place--and decide on the guilt or
innocence of a man, of a man we have not known before. We have nothing to gain or lose by our verdict. We
should not make it a personal thing." But personal it does become, with each juror revealing his or her own
character as the various testimonies are re-examined, the murder is re-enacted and a new murder threat is born
before their own eyes! Tempers get short, arguments grow heated, and the jurors become twelve angry men.
Breakdown
Males - 18 & Above Only
Juror #1 - Non-confrontational, Juror #1 serves as the foreman of the jury. He is serious about his authoritative
role, and wants to be as fair as possible.
Juror #2 - He is the most timid of the group. Juror #2 is easily persuaded by the opinions of others, and cannot
explain the roots of his opinions.
Juror #3 - Juror #3 is immediately vocal about the supposed simplicity of the case, and the obvious guilt of the
defendant. He is quick to lose his temper, and often infuriated when Juror #8 and other members disagree with
his opinions.
Juror #4 - A logical, well-spoken stock-broker, Juror #4 urges fellow jurors to avoid emotional arguments and
engage in rational discussion.
Juror #5 - This young man is nervous about expressing his opinion, especially in front of the elder members of
the group. He grew up in the slums.
Juror #6 - Described as an “honest but dull-witted man,” Juror #6 is a house painter by trade. He is slow to see
the good in others.
Juror #7 - A slick and sometimes obnoxious salesman, Juror #7 admits during Act One that he would have done
anything to miss jury duty.
Juror #8 - Described as thoughtful and gentle, Juror #8 is usually portrayed as the most heroic member of the
jury. He is devoted to justice, and is initially sympathetic toward the 19-year-old defendant.
Juror #9 - “mild, gentle old man, defeated by life and waiting to die."
Juror #10 - The most abhorrent member of the group, Juror #10 is openly bitter and prejudice. During Act Three
he unleashes his bigotry to the others in a speech that disturbs the rest of the jury
Juror #11 - As a refugee from Europe, Juror #11 has witnessed great injustices. He sometimes feels self-conscious
about his foreign accent. He conveys a deep appreciation for democracy and America’s legal system.
Juror #12 - He is an arrogant and impatient advertising executive. He is anxious for the trial to be over so that he
can get back to his career and his social life.
Auditions
All previous times have been filled. The following appointment times are still available. To schedule your
appointment, please e-mail ScheduleMePleaseAdam@gmail.com a list of several audition times from the list
below that might work if possible.
*****Please note that at this time all audition spots are filled. However, send up an e-mail with preferences as to
what night would be best since we do get LOTS of cancellations. We are auditioning both Monday, February
27th, Tuesday, February 28th, Wednesday, February 29th, and Thursday, March 1st between 7PM and 9:45PM.
PLEASE NO WALKINS. You will be turned away.
You can also take advantage of our digital audition option. Simply click on this link, http://db.tt/6JDcqwV
and register a Dropbox account. Once you have that you can record your audition video with a webcam or
ISight cam and then DropBox it to us along with your picture, resume, and any other reel, ect..
Please prepare a 90 second cut of a contemporary monologue.
Auditions & rehearsals will be held at
Paul Michael's THE NETWORK
242 West 36th Street between 7th & 8th Avenues
3rd Floor
You must have a stapled headshot and resume with you at the time of audition for consideration.
Rehearsal Guidelines
The complete rehearsal schedule is posted below. There are 6 performances with each of the casts getting 3
performances. Please do not audition unless you are available for all of the rehearsals and performance for at
least one of the casts. You may not leave early and you may not be late for any rehearsals. Sickness is also not
an excuse for missing rehearsal unless you have hospital discharge papers.
Performance Guidelines
This production is non-equity and there is no pay. Performances will take place at the Times Square Arts Center
in Midtown NYC at the Roy Arias Theater Center's 5th Floor Off Broadway Theater.
Rehearsal & Performance Schedule
Wednesday, April 4th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 5th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 11th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 12th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 18th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 19th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Wednesday, April 25th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast A ONLY
Thursday, April 26th - 8PM till 11PM - Cast B ONLY
Tuesday, May 1st - 11AM til 2PM - Cast A Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, May 1st - 3PM till 6PM - Cast B Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, May 1st - 7PM Performance Cast A ( 6PM Calltime)
Tuesday, May 1st - 9PM Performance Cast B ( 8PM Calltime)
Saturday, May 5th - 2:45PM Performance Cast B (1:45PM Calltime)
Sunday, May 6th - 2:45PM Performance Cast A (1:45PM Calltime)
Saturday, May 12th - 2:45PM Performance Cast A ( 1:45PM Calltime)
Sunday, May 13th - 2:45PM Performance Cast B (1:45PM Calltime)