Audition Alert: “Dog Sees God” at Nutley Little Theatre

Nutley Little Theatre is diving into Bert V. Royal’s edgy dark comedy Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead—a raw, hilarious, and heartfelt spin on the “Peanuts” gang as troubled teens. Director: Skylar LeRose. Auditions: June 30 & July 1 in Nutley, NJ. Paid community‐theatre stipends.


Talent Application

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📅 Key Dates & Details

  • Audition Dates:
    • Sun, June 30 – 6 PM ➜ 9 PM
    • Mon, July 1 – 6 PM ➜ 9 PM
  • Venue: Nutley Little Theatre, 47 Erie Pl., Nutley, NJ
  • Prep: Sides provided on site—no monologue required.
  • Who Can Audition: High-school age ➜ adult, any background or experience.
  • Themes: Grief, bullying, identity, mental illness, self-acceptance. Expect strong language & mature content.

🎬 Character Breakdown (ages flexible)

  • 🟤 CB – Charlie Brown re-imagined; grieving, introspective, questioning his sexuality.
  • 🎹 Beethoven – Music-driven outcast; gay, bullied, withdrawn.
  • 😡 Matt – Pigpen grown toxic; aggressive, hiding deep insecurity.
  • 🦇 CB’s Sister – Goth chameleon processing loss in her own bizarre style.
  • 🌿 Van – Linus as mellow stoner/philosopher.
  • 💅 Tricia – Popular mean-girl front masking real doubt.
  • 📚 Marcy – Brainy follower torn between cool-kid politics and conscience.
  • 🔥 Van’s Sister – Lucy-esque pyromaniac in treatment, witty but wounded.

📝 How to Audition

  1. Choose a Date: 6/30 or 7/1.
  2. Arrive Early: Sign-in starts 15 min before.
  3. Read Sides: Cold reads with scene partners.
  4. Show Your Range: Drama ➕ dark comedy beats.

No appointment needed, but early arrival guarantees smoother flow.


🔑 Why Jump In?

  • Explore controversial, contemporary themes through iconic characters.
  • Work with an inclusive, supportive community‐theatre team.
  • Add a challenging credit to your résumé—plus a small stipend.

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