MARION — The Art Center will hold auditions for “Native Gardens” by Karen Zacarías starting Saturday, Feb. 29. 

The second audition will be on Sunday, March 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Marion Art Center.

In the comedy, Pablo, a high-powered lawyer, and doctoral candidate Tania, his very pregnant wife, are realize the American dream when they purchase a house next door to community stalwarts Virginia and Frank. But a disagreement over a long-standing fence line soon spirals into an all-out war of taste, class, privilege, and entitlement. 

Director Kate Fishman will be casting the following roles: Pablo, a Latino in his late 20s-early 30s; Tania, a Latina in her late 20s-early 30s; Virginia, female, 50s and up; Frank, male, 50s and up. Actors’ appearance should read as indicated. There are also four adult non-speaking roles for anyone who is interested in joining the theater. Auditions will consist of a cold reading from the script. No prior acting experience is necessary; both accomplished and aspiring actors are encouraged to audition. 

Participants can expect 2 to 3 rehearsals a week during March, April, and May. Rehearsal scheduling will be flexible and take actors’ needs into consideration.

For more information, call the Marion Art Center at 508-748-1266, email marionartcenter@verizon.net or MACTheater1957@gmail.com or visit www.marionartcenter.org.