Originally nominated for seven Tony Awards, this heartwarming drama is set in the 1920s and centers on Rubin Flood, a husband and father who loses his job. While searching for a new job, he must deal with his wife's unrealistic demands, his shy daughter, and bullies picking on his preteen son. Meanwhile, Rubin's close childhood friend is a person whom the rumor mill believes is a "loose woman." A tragic event brings all their fears into focus and teaches them to shed light on their fears to dispel them.

We are thrilled to welcome Dark at the Top of the Stairs director Terry Allen to the Northfield Arts Guild Theater! Dr. Allen, a newcomer to the Northfield area, is no stranger to the theater. Not only has he has taught college-level theater classes, he has directed plays at high schools, colleges, and community theaters for more than 30 years.

Auditions will be held in the Northfield Arts Guild Art Studio in the Center for the Arts 4-6 p.m. Feb. 6 and  8-10 p.m. Feb. 7. The cast features one 10-year-old boy, four teenagers and four adults, ages 30s to 50s. No prior experience is necessary. Those interested in auditioning will read from the script.

You are encouraged to sign up for an audition time in advance, but walk-ins are welcome!  To sign up for an audition time, please visit the Arts Guild office in the Center for the Arts or call 507-645-8877.

Scripts of The Dark at the Top of the Stairs are available for checkout at the Arts Guild office. Performances of this play will be April 8-10 and 15-17.