Audition Announcement
Ken Ludwig's
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There is lots of stage combat in this show so auditions will start with a stage combat/sword fighting audition followed by cold reads from the script. Please come prepared to move.
Characters:
ROBIN HOOD: A man who believes in nothing but a good time, then comes face to face with the kind of greed and inhumanity that won’t let him sleep at night.
MARIAN: Robin’s friend, who becomes his love interest. Not just a pretty “damsel in distress,” Marian is a skilled archer and sword fighter in her own right.
FRIAR TUCK: Serves as the play’s narrator, but also as part of the “Merry Men.” Good comic bits. The traditional Friar Tuck – heavyset, jolly, etc.
LITTLE JOHN: Tallest member of the Merry Men. Defeats Robin in a quarterstaff fight over a stream, then joins Robin’s band.
DEORWYNN: (pronounced “DEER-win”) A young woman whose father is murdered by the Sheriff and Sir Guy. More of a “damsel” than Marian, but not without her own cleverness.
SIR GUY OF GISBOURNE: The show’s primary “bad guy.” Pompous representative of the Crown and Prince John.
THE SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM: A bumbling fool of a Sheriff, he is “second banana” to Sir Guy.
PRINCE JOHN: The would-be usurper of King Richard the Lionheart’s throne. John is just as pompous as Sir Guy, and is particularly impressed with his own cleverness, especially with lousy word-play and appropriation of Shakespeare quotes.
In addition to the above principals, we are looking to cast an ensemble of at least 6 who can double (or triple) all of these incidental roles: Heloise, Midwife, Robert, Master Bladen, Master Godwin, Alize, Roderick, Fawkes, Margery, Blind Man, Monks, Tankred, Father Goph, Bajka, Gaspar, Much the Miller, Simon, Ansgot, Jacques, Etienne, Mateo, Diego, Maximilian, Matthias, various Soldiers, Merry Men, Archers and Executioners. Ensemble members will have lots to do on stage and must be able to develop several characters.
Characters:
ROBIN HOOD: A man who believes in nothing but a good time, then comes face to face with the kind of greed and inhumanity that won’t let him sleep at night.
MARIAN: Robin’s friend, who becomes his love interest. Not just a pretty “damsel in distress,” Marian is a skilled archer and sword fighter in her own right.
FRIAR TUCK: Serves as the play’s narrator, but also as part of the “Merry Men.” Good comic bits. The traditional Friar Tuck – heavyset, jolly, etc.
LITTLE JOHN: Tallest member of the Merry Men. Defeats Robin in a quarterstaff fight over a stream, then joins Robin’s band.
DEORWYNN: (pronounced “DEER-win”) A young woman whose father is murdered by the Sheriff and Sir Guy. More of a “damsel” than Marian, but not without her own cleverness.
SIR GUY OF GISBOURNE: The show’s primary “bad guy.” Pompous representative of the Crown and Prince John.
THE SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM: A bumbling fool of a Sheriff, he is “second banana” to Sir Guy.
PRINCE JOHN: The would-be usurper of King Richard the Lionheart’s throne. John is just as pompous as Sir Guy, and is particularly impressed with his own cleverness, especially with lousy word-play and appropriation of Shakespeare quotes.
In addition to the above principals, we are looking to cast an ensemble of at least 6 who can double (or triple) all of these incidental roles: Heloise, Midwife, Robert, Master Bladen, Master Godwin, Alize, Roderick, Fawkes, Margery, Blind Man, Monks, Tankred, Father Goph, Bajka, Gaspar, Much the Miller, Simon, Ansgot, Jacques, Etienne, Mateo, Diego, Maximilian, Matthias, various Soldiers, Merry Men, Archers and Executioners. Ensemble members will have lots to do on stage and must be able to develop several characters.
The following are approximate timeframes that audition announcements for the rest of our 20th season will be released! Keep checking back here or on our socials for more information!
Big Fish
Late February
The Merchant of Venice
Mid April
Big Fish
Late February
The Merchant of Venice
Mid April
Audition FAQ
This is my first audition, any advice?
It's easy (and very normal) to become nervous about auditioning, especially if it's your first time. Relax! You're going to be great. The most important thing is to just have fun ... that's why we're all here, right?!
What should I prepare?
Most of our auditions will include cold reading from the script. There will be select scenes from the play that the director may ask you to read from. You will be given time to look over them before you step into the limelight! Musicals require a prepared song (usually about 16 bars). Special requirements will be posted in the audition notice.
Should I come both days?
Most of our shows will have two days of regular auditions. You only need to come for one day. We hold two rounds of auditions with the hope that at least one of the days will work with everyone's schedule. If it does not, use the audition line to contact the director and make other arrangements.
What should I wear?
Always wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, and please wear closed-toe shoes. Special requirements for dance will be noted in the audition notice.
I was cast in a the show. Now what?
Congratulations! Being in a show is one of the most fun and rewarding things to do, we hope you have a blast. Make sure you check your email often, we will be in touch soon with rehearsal and performance schedules. If your email address changes, let us know immediately.
I wasn't cast this time. Now what?
Auditioning for any show is always a great experience, regardless of whether you make it or not! Keep up the good work. If you are still looking for ways to get involved, check out the show pages, there are volunteer opportunities posted and opportunities to help out in the front of house.
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