Tragedy Sound

By Karen Saari

Directed by Dave Pausch

Becky, Billie, and Mariel are three lifelong friends in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. When the three young women accept a dare and embark on a canoe trek in frigid waters, they find themselves stranded in the middle of Lake Superior. Dangerous conditions prevail forcing them to face the choices they've made and the trappings of life in their hometown. A story about female friendship, motherhood, and the secrets we keep.

Tragedy Sound will be performed in THE STREAM outdoor amphitheater. We do not cancel performances for chilly temperatures or light rain. Please plan and dress accordingly.

Produced by Edgewood College Theatre at Edgewood College Amphitheater,

Performances: September 24-28, 2025

Performance Times:
September 24th–28th, 2025

Ticket Prices: $10-$20

Call 608-663-6710 for reservations or more information.

Auditions

Auditions will be held on the following days:

8/12/2025

Edgewood University announces auditions for the Wisconsin premier of Tragedy Sound, a new play by Madison playwright Karen Saari that will kick off the Edgewood University season!
These auditions are open to Edgewood students and staff, as well as the general public.
Casting priority will be given to current Edgewood students.
Audition Date: 8/12
Time: 6:30pm-8pm
Location: Diane Ballweg Theater, Edgewood University Campus
We will be auditioning female presenting actors for the role of Billy. Actors should be able to believably play a character in their early 20s.
Character description:
BECKY: 22 years old. Female. Cocky. Acts invincible. Loyal and honest. Single mother of a small child she has on weekends. Comes from a deeply wounded childhood. Drinks too much.
Actors should come prepared to read from sides provided by the director. Actors will have access to sides prior to auditions. Optional: a 1 minute comedic monologue or funny story.

Questions? Contact David Pausch, director, at dpausch@gmail.com
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