Community Theater Auditions in Nutley, New Jersey for “A Doll’s House, Part 2”

Nutley Little Theatre has announced upcoming auditions for “A Doll’s House, Part 2,” written by Lucas Hnath and directed by Wanda Maragni.

This powerful contemporary play continues the story inspired by Henrik Ibsen’s classic drama. Set 15 years after Nora Helmer famously walked away from her marriage and domestic life, the story begins with Nora returning to the same door she once slammed shut. This time, she comes back with an urgent request for her former husband, Torvald.

The play explores themes of identity, marriage, gender roles, personal freedom, human relationships, and the social expectations placed on women and families.

About the Show

“A Doll’s House, Part 2” takes place years after Nora left her husband and children in search of independence and a new life. Now a successful writer, Nora returns to confront the people she left behind and to ask for help with a matter that could affect everything she has built.

The production offers actors the opportunity to work with layered characters, sharp dialogue, and emotionally complex relationships.

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Audition Schedule

Actors interested in auditioning should attend one of the scheduled audition dates.

Audition Dates:

🎭 Sunday, June 21 at 7:00 PM
🎭 Monday, June 22 at 7:00 PM
🎭 Callbacks: Wednesday, June 24 at 7:00 PM by invitation only

Audition Location

📍 Nutley Little Theatre
47 Erie Place
Nutley, NJ

Character Breakdown

The production is casting the following roles:

✨ Nora Helmer
Late 40s to early 50s. Nora is a successful feminist writer who returns 15 years after leaving her family. She is strong, independent, and determined to protect the new life she has created.

✨ Torvald Helmer
50s. Torvald is a banker and Nora’s husband. After Nora left, he raised their three children. He holds traditional views and has struggled with life after her departure.

✨ Anne Marie
60s to 70s. The Helmer family’s housekeeper and nanny. She stayed behind to help raise the children and may carry resentment toward Nora for leaving. Practical and possibly stern, she also served as Nora’s nanny in the past.

✨ Emmy
Late teens to early 20s. Emmy is Nora and Torvald’s daughter. Raised by Anne Marie after her mother left, she is confident, self-assured, and in many ways resembles Nora.

How to Get More Information

For additional audition details, visit the official Nutley Little Theatre audition page:

Auditions

Questions may be directed to director Wanda Maragni at:

wamaragni@gmail.com

About the Opportunity

This audition is a strong opportunity for New Jersey-area actors interested in performing in a thoughtful and character-driven stage production. With its intimate emotional conflicts and modern continuation of a classic story, “A Doll’s House, Part 2” gives performers the chance to explore complex roles and meaningful theatrical themes.

Actors who enjoy dramatic material, strong dialogue, and stories centered on identity and relationships are encouraged to consider auditioning.