The Odd Couple - Female Version
by Waco Civic Theatre
Feb. 22
Meet Florence Unger, freshly divorced and deeply devoted to cleanliness, and Olive Madison, her laid-back, clutter-friendly best friend. When Florence moves in, the apartment—and their friendship—quickly becomes a battlefield of habits, hormones, and hilarity. Add poker nights, opinionated friends, and Simon’s legendary one-liners, and you’ve got a comedy that never stops landing laughs.
WCT is bringing Neil Simon’s riotously funny The Odd Couple (Female Version) to the stage, and we’re looking for bold performers who love fast jokes, big characters, and perfectly timed chaos. This ensemble comedy offers standout roles for adult men and women of all ages and comedic styles, whether you’re a seasoned WCT veteran or brand new to the stage!
Auditions at Waco Civic Theatre February 22, 2026, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Who Should Audition:
- Women & Men of diverse backgrounds who can deliver punchlines with precision
- Performers who aren’t afraid of physical comedy and big personalities
- Anyone who loves quick banter, sharp timing, and a whole lot of fun
This ensemble comedy offers standout roles for adult men and women of all ages and comedic styles, whether you’re a seasoned WCT veteran or brand new to the stage!
Audition Date: Sunday, February 22, 6:30-9:30pm at Waco Civic Theatre (1517 Lake Air Drive)
Performances: April 9-19, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30pm; Saturday and Sunday at 2:30pm
Location of performances: Waco Civic Theatre (1517 Lake Air Drive)
Director: Ray Lowe
Stage Manager: Esther Paulson
Audition Criteria & Preparation:
- Women and Men ages 30+
- All experience levels welcome
- Prepare 1 minute of a comedic monologue (you may be asked to cold read at the audition as well)
Rehearsals & Time Commitment:
- A mandatory read-through & script distribution will be on Wednesday, February 25th. First rehearsal starts Monday, March 2nd. The general rehearsal schedule is Monday through Thursday from 6:30-9:30pm. Work Calls are Saturdays 9am-1pm (TBD exact dates). Tech runs will start March 30th and a more detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided to cast members.
- Actors will be expected to attend all work calls and attend all rehearsals unless it's an excused absense. However, we strive to be an inclusive environment where we work around work and other commitments. During the audition process, we will ask about your availability and schedule conflicts.
Character Breakdown (and approximate line count):
OLIVE MADISON (401lines) - Olive is a successful television producer. She is intelligent, wisecracking, with a good sense of humor – and she’s a complete slob when it comes to her surroundings. She has an encyclopedic understanding of sports, is a good friend and a complete pushover for her ex-husband.
FLORENCE UNGER (348 lines) - Florence is very well groomed, neat and has just broken up with her husband. She takes herself very seriously, likes to clean, decorate and cook and is very good at all three (obsessively so). Flo is also intelligent, warm-hearted (in her own way), and has no sense of humor (at least about herself) – she does NOT make jokes. She can also, without meaning to, make Olive feel guilty.
SYLVIE (78 lines) - Sylvie is desperately trying to stop smoking, and so sucks on lollipops or chews gum. She can get irritated with her friends, but has a good sense of humor, especially about her husband.
MICKEY (105 lines) - Mickey is a police officer, who is down-to-earth, plain talking, and has a good understanding of people. Sometimes she can take the “police bit” too far and she tries very hard to be in control of all situations.
RENEE (64 lines) - Renee is Sylvie’s best friend. She can be very plain-spoken, especially when she points out Olive’s failings as a hostess, and then Flo’s. She is single and dating a doctor.
VERA (82 lines) - Vera is very sweet, very nice, somewhat spacey, and, although quite smart, is often a step or two behind her friends. She’s very funny but doesn’t realize it. She is married to Harry.
MANOLO COSTAZUELA (90 lines) - Manolo is handsome, very well groomed, and Spanish. He is every woman’s dream date and showers both Olive and Flo with attention. He must have good comic timing, as he gets VERY emotional. He is sensitive and appreciates Florence’s sensitivity.
JESUS COSTAZUELA (68 lines) - Jesus is Manolo’s younger brother, who is also very handsome, well-groomed, excellent posture, very romantic, and he also gets very emotional, and truly appreciates Florence.
Audition Times
- FEB22SUNDAY6:30 PM
- FEB22SUNDAY7:00 PM
- FEB22SUNDAY7:30 PM
- FEB22SUNDAY8:00 PM
- FEB22SUNDAY8:30 PM
- FEB22SUNDAY9:00 PM
- Click HERE to sign up.
