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Instantaneous Blue

by Aaron Craven

Edward and Sara are new parents, finding their footing in raising a child. At the same time, Edward’s parents, are struggling with the effects of dementia, placing increasing emotional and practical demands on the young couple. As Edward’s parents struggle to remain independent, the family encounters paramedics, police officers and personal support workers whose care and humanity become an important part of their journey.

Moving between moments of humour, frustration, tenderness and profound emotional upheaval, Instantaneous Blue  is an intimate ensemble drama about dementia, family, caregiving, marriage, parenthood and the difficult process of learning to accept what cannot be changed.

2 acts | Run time: 120 minutes

Content Advisory: Intended for adult audiences ages 16+. May be suitable for mature teens, with parental discretion, due to strong language, sexual elements, depictions of aggression, and themes related to dementia and family illness.

AUDITION DATES

Monday, October 19. 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm 

Wednesday, October 21: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Auditions take place at the Peterborough Theatre Guild. 

CALLBACKS
Thursday, October 22nd, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm if needed

AUDITION FORMAT
Group auditions will include readings from the play and some group improvised scenes. Please complete this form to arrange to borrow a copy from the producer.

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

Rehearsals begin the week of October 25th, 2026.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

No rehearsals last 2 weeks of December 2026. Rehearsals resume on Monday January 4, 2027.

SHOW DATES

Feb 26, 27, 28 (M), March 4, 5, 6 (M), 7 (M), 11, 12, 13

Evening performance: 7:30 pm
Matinee (M) performance: 1:30 pm

CAST
LEAD ROLES

Edward Male, age 30-40

Only son of Judith and Bob, and Sara’s partner, for whom the pressures of being a new parent, pursuing a career, looking after his parents and his relationship mount.

Sara Female, age mid-30’s
Edward’s loving partner who is transitioning to motherhood. She is the strong, calm, and rational foil to her partner’s turmoil, yet also struggles with the demands placed on her. She has worked as a singer and sings one of her compositions in the play.

Judith Female, age 60’s – 80’s
Edward’s mother / Bob’s Wife. Judith is living with dementia and is struggling to understand the changes around her. The role requires a portrayal of cognitive decline with honesty, dignity and humanity. Judith must be able to sing (You Are My Sunshine).

Bob Male, age 70+
Edward’s father and Judith’s husband. Bob is a quiet, loving man who is increasingly overwhelmed by his wife’s changing behaviour and his own cognitive decline.

SUPPORTING ROLES

Grace / Reyna Female, age 20’s to 50’s, non-Caucasian as specified by playwright
Two distinct characters that could be played by the same actor.
Grace is a PSW hired to work in Judith and Bob’s home, while Reyna is a PSW at the care facility, into which the elderly couple move.

Gerontologist / Paramedic #1 Male or female, age 30 to 50.
Two distinct characters that could be played by the same actor. 

Police Officer (Male) / Paramedic #2 (Male or Female) / Male Care Aid (Male), age 20 – 35
These characters could be played by the same actor.
The police officer and paramedic #2 are in 1 scene each. The male care aid is only in the final scene.

Please note: 

Emotional and physical demands are placed on all four lead characters as they navigate the difficult terrain of partnership, parenthood, personal ambition, caregiving, and acceptance of the ephemerality of life. We endeavour to maintain a safe environment, therefore a certified Fight and Intimacy Director will be working with the Director and Actors.

The Peterborough Theatre Guild is dedicated to inclusive and thoughtful casting practices. We actively encourage performers of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour (IBPOC), members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and individuals of all gender identities and expressions, to audition. We are committed to creating a respectful and supportive environment.