The Tin Woman Auditions

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The Tin Woman
This is a two-act comedy/drama play set in present day.
“Instead of relishing life after her heart transplant, Joy enters a downward spiral, unsure whether she truly deserves a second chance. Meanwhile, Alice and Hank mourn the loss of their son, Jack, whose heart was used to save Joy. At a friend’s urging, Joy tracks down Jack’s family to find closure. But are Alice, Hank, and their daughter Sammy ready to accept Jack’s death? Based on a true story, The Tin Woman uses humor and pathos to explore loss, family, and what it means to be given new life.”

Check out the Character List tab for the available parts, and please check the Dates and Commitment tab for potential schedule conflicts.
Fill out and submit this audition form
or if you need more information email, tinwoman@playersguild.ca,
Audition dates and times: 6:30pm-9:30pm | Sunday, Dec 7 and Monday December 8, 2025
Callbacks, if necessary would be Dec. 10 – 6:30-9:30pm
Place: The Guildhall, 45530 Spadina Avenue, Chilliwack

 

 

 

Characters Summary: Suggested ages
4F (20-60+)
2 M (30,60+)

Cast of Characters:
JOY, mid-20s to late-30s Female, Lead Role
A freelance graphic artist. Joy has received a life-saving heart transplant but is conflicted about what to do with her new life. Smart, acerbic, attractive but rudderless with her new lease on life.

HANK, early 60s+, Male, Supporting Role
Nearing retirement as head of a small building supplies company. Husband to Alice, father to Sammy and the now-deceased heart donor, Jack. Hank is pushing forward, trying very hard not to wallow or acknowledge his grief and guilt about Jack.

JACK, mid 30s Male, Support Role
An accountant with aspirations of being a photographer. Jack died in a car accident. His heart was donated to Joy. Jack appears throughout the show watching the events unfold, as well as during flash-backs.
Jack remains on stage for most of the play. Requires a male with a strong stage presence and incredible patience.

ALICE, early 60s+, Female, Supporting Role
Mother to the deceased Jack and to Sammy. She’s a solid, loving and enduring presence. A big heart that is dealing with its own pain while trying to hold the family together.

SAMMY, 20-30s, Female, Support Role
Sammy is Jack’s younger sister and daughter of Alice and Hank. A new-age pre-school teacher. She writes a blog that over-shares her life and lets emotions get the better of her.

NURSE / DARLA 20s up to 60s, Female, Dual Role
Nurse is a very competent but somewhat annoying person.

Darla is Joy’s best friend. A functionary, somewhat flamboyant, artsy, very caring friend.

Director –  TJ MacPherson
Producer – Debra Archer
Stage Manager –
Costume Design – Maggie Saunders
Set Design – Graham Archer
Set Construction – Bob Audet, Rick Funk, Ken Watson, John Pronger, Graham Archer
Sound Designer / Operator –
Lighting Operator –
Set Painting – Inga Frank, Debra Archer,
Photographer –
Graphics – Graham Archer
Lobby Display –
Programs –

Production Dates:
Chilliwack Cultural Centre – Rotary Hall Theatre

May 7, 2026  | 9:00 am to 5:00pm Set -up at the Chilliwack Cultral Centre
May 8, 2026 | 7:30 pm show
May 9, 2026 | 7:30 pm show
May 10, 2026 | 2:00 pm Matinée show
Fraser Valley Zone Drama Festival – White Rock or Langley (TBA)
May 17 – 23, 2026
This will be the Chilliwack Players Guild’s submission to the Fraser Valley Zone Festival.
One performance during the week of May 17-23. To participate in the FVZ, all cast and crew must be members of Theatre BC.
Should The Tin Woman be chosen as the Fraser Valley Zone’s Best Production, this show will compete at Theatre BC’s Mainstage Festival (Vernon) for one performance during the week of July 5-11.

Rehearsal dates: at the Guildhall
Begin January 18, 2026
Sundays | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Wednesdays | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Fridays | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
through to the performance dates in May.
NOTE: Should The Tin Woman be chosen as the FVZ Best Production there will be rehearsals in June in preparation for Theatre BC’s Mainstage Festival in Vernon July 5 – 11.