The Ringwald Theatre announces auditions for their fall production of Equus by Peter Shaffaer.

Peter Shaffer’s Equus is a bold psychological drama about obsession, identity, and the forces that shape who we become. After 17-year-old Alan Strang commits an unthinkable act of violence, psychiatrist Martin Dysart attempts to uncover the truth behind the crime and Alan’s intense spiritual connection to horses. But as the mystery unfolds, Dysart finds himself questioning his own life, his purpose, and whether “curing” someone means destroying the very thing that makes them unique.

Audition Information:

• Auditions will be held at the theatre on Saturday, June 20 from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
• The theatre is located inside Affirmations, 290 W. 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale.
• Actors should plan to arrive at 11:00 a.m. and having availability to stay until 2pm.
• Sides will be emailed in advance.
• Please register here

Show Information:

• Equus will run October 9-November 2, 2026 at The Ringwald Theatre inside Affirmations in Ferndale, MI.
• Performances will be Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Sunday performances will be at 2:00 p.m.
• Tech: October 3 & 4, 2026
• Rehearsals will begin in September 2026.
• All actors will receive a stipend of $650.
• No equity contracts are available.

Roles:

• Dr. Martin Dysart: THIS ROLE IS CAST
• Alan Strang: any race. The actor must be at least 18 years old. A troubled young man who commits a terrible crime. Full nudity is required.
• Hesther Solomon: 40s-50s, any race. A magistrate who first encounters Alan after the crime. Compassionate, perceptive, and practical, Hesther believes Alan needs understanding rather than punishment and brings him to Dysart.
• Frank Strang: 40s-50s, any race. Alan’s father, a stern, emotionally rigid printer with strong atheist beliefs.
• Dora Strang: 40s-50s, any race. Alan’s mother, religious, affectionate, and emotionally expressive.
• Jill Mason: 20-25, any race. A lively, confident young woman who works at the stable where Alan is employed. Full nudity is required.
• Harry Dalton: 40s-50s, any race. The owner of the stable where Alan works. Straightforward and practical.
• Horseman/Nugget: 20s-40s, any race, athletic. The central horse and figure in Alan’s world: THIS ROLE IS CAST.
• Nurse: 20s, any race. Nurse at the psychiatric hospital.