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

The first audition will take place from 10 a.m. to noon with the second 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.