Doubt: A Parable

Doubt: A Parable

By John Patrick Shanley

Drama

Directed by GinaKay Howell

September 27th, 2026 Sunday 10:00am-1:00pm 

At a traditional Catholic school in the Bronx, 1964, the rigid principal Sister Aloysius – feared by students and colleagues alike – has her suspicions that Father Flynn is abusing a vulnerable pupil. Without proof, she is forced to take matters into her own hands. As the elements of her investigation come together, Sister Aloysius is forced to wrestle with what’s fact, what’s fiction and just how far she’ll go to expose what she sees as the truth. This gripping story poses fascinatingly nuanced questions of moral certainty and absolute conviction.  

*Content Warning: Mild Adult Language. 

Recommended for those 13 Years and Up. 

Characters

Performers of ALL ethnicities, physical abilities, and gender identities are encouraged to audition. 

Sister Aloysius Beauvier (Age 50s-70s): The protagonist and principal of St. Nicholas School. She is conservative, suspicious, and fiercely dedicated to protecting students, holding a stern, unwavering conviction in her suspicions, which may stem from personal bias. The sound of her name inflicts the slap of a ruler. (AL-oh-ISH-uhs)

Father Brendan Flynn (THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST)

Sister James (Age 20s-30s): A young, impressionable teacher who initially views Father Flynn favorably but is torn apart by the doubt surrounding the accusations. The very definition of naiveté. 

Mrs. Muller (African American, Age 30s-40s): The pragmatic mother of student Donald Muller. A quiet but strong figure who prioritizes her son’s education and protection over proving potential misconduct. She understands the harsh realities of prejudice for her son in 1964.

Audition Information:

When: September 27th, 2026 Sunday 10:00am-1:00pm 

The show will run Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from December 10th-20th.

What: Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script. 

Where: Ghostlight Theatre, 13541 West Camino Del Sol, Sun City West, AZ 85375.

Video auditions can be sent to  admin@ghostlightaz.com and will be accepted until end of day Friday September 25th, 2026 for anyone who cannot attend in person. 

For questions, please email us at productionmanager@ghostlightaz.com.