New Works Weekend
Auditions Monday December 8th and Tuesday December 9th, 7-10pm
2462 S Ballenger Hwy, Flint, Mi 48507
Performance Dates
Thursday January 8, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Friday, January 9, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday January 10, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Sunday, January 11, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
What are the Staged Readings?
In this exciting new way to kick off the new year, FCP is presenting two readings of brand new plays written by Michigan playwrights!
During a staged reading, you will be able to have your script with you onstage. Rehearsals will help you get familiar with the script enough so you don’t have your face in it the whole time, but memorization will not be required! Perfect for anyone who is unable to commit to long term plays.
Staged readings have minimal tech elements, and focus on the storytelling, giving playwrites the chance to introduce audiences to their stories and challenging actors to bring the world to life through their acting choices and words above all else!
You will be helping these plays be workshopped as well as giving new directors opportunities to hone their skills!
What to prepare/expect:
Auditions will consist of COLD READINGS from the plays! We will have scenes at the auditions, and will have people read with a variety of auditionees. Cold readings will consist of scenes from both CHAMPAGNE PROBLEMS and LAM.
You may audition to be considered for both shows OR you can mark interest in just one particular show! We are looking for 5 - 10 actors for each show depending on doubling and show needs.
If you would like an audition packet to fill out in advance, email our producer at zach@flintcommunityplayers.com
Can’t make it? Virtual auditions will also be accepted, email our producer at zach@flintcommunityplayers.com for more information!
CHAMPAGNE PROBLEMS
By Nicole Lawrence
Directed by Rebecca Norris
GENRE: Contemporary Romantic Dramedy.
PLOT: In a small town Texas coffee shop during the War in Afghanistan, Catherine is living a modern day fairytale as a recent college graduate and soon to be bride. But one day, her presumed dead ex-fiancé returns with amnesia, forcing her to confront her past grief to embrace her future.
Champagne Problems is an exciting romantic dramedy that will play tug of war with your heartstrings.
PERFORMANCES:
Thursday January 8, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Friday, January 9, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
LAM
By Abby Burgess
Directed by Natalie Sevick
GENRE: Post-Apocalyptic Drama.
PLOT: Following the “Great Collapse of ‘47,” Denton County has relied on the guidance of “The Council.” As residents ring in the 60’s, a singer, a stranger and a lamb make their way across a retro-rodeo wasteland in search of justice, companionship and the truth behind “The Council’s” rules. Underscored with an eclectic Country-Western sound, “Lam” is a post-apocalyptic drama that explores what exactly it is you’re supposed to do when you turn 26.
PERFORMANCES:
Saturday January 10, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
Sunday, January 11, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
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