Zoo Story, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edward Albee, is the inaugural outdoor production in the newly renovated President’s Courtyard, adjacent to the Oakton Performing  Arts Center. The play follows the conversation between two strangers in Central Park, ending in an act of violence. Although written 65 years ago, Albee’s first play remains hauntingly relevant today. “Albee has constructed a short but multi-leveled play dealing with issues of human isolation, loneliness, class difference, and the dangers of inaction within American society. He focuses on the need for people to acknowledge and understand each other’s differences.” (Drama for Students, 1998) In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved into the Footlik Theater. This play deals with adult themes and is not intended for younger or more sensitive audiences. 

Roles:  
Two male-identifying actors, 20 - 60 

Please prepare a contemporary monologue (1-2 minutes in length) or be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. Monologues need not be memorized. 

Auditions: 
Tuesday, July 15, 6 - 9 p.m. 
Wednesday, July 16, 6 - 9 p.m.

No appointment is necessary. 

Audition and performance location:  
Footlik Theater (Parking Lot A entrance), Oakton College, Des Plaines campus 

Performance dates:
September 4 - 14, 2025 

For more information, contact Mary Ringstad-Gagliano at ringstad@oakton.edu.