October 2026
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Birmingham
Iolanthe by Gilbert & Sullivan
launch night on Tuesday 6th October
Performance: Friday 12th - Sunday 14th March 2027
We're off to fairyland for our next full production, which (as I'm sure you've already guessed) will be Iolanthe.
The dates for your diary are Friday 12th - Sunday 14th March 2027, and the show will be at our longstanding home, the Old Rep in Birmingham.
We've noticed that many people now seem to prefer matinee performances, so we have one evening show on the Friday, and matinees on the Saturday and Sunday.
If you think you might like to experience the show from the other side of the orchestra pit, why not come along to our launch night on Tuesday 6th October?
There will be an introduction to the story and an opportunity to sing it through (and tea, coffee and biscuits!)
You can just come along on the night, but if you have any queries, please email info@birminghamsavoyards.org.uk
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Posted 18/09/2026
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Woodford Community Centre, Cheshire
One Act Plays
We have open auditions on Sunday 11th October 7pm
The plays (both comedies) will be performed at our theatre supper evenings in February next year.
Don't be shy, it doesn't matter if you are a newbie, fancy coming back into theatre after a long break or very familiar with treading the boards you are all most welcome.
Details are here: woodfordplayers.co.uk/auditions
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Posted 31/07/2026
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Eltham, London
The Witches of Eastwick
LAUNCH NIGHT Weds 14th Oct 2026
FILM NIGHT Weds 21st Oct
DANCE AUDITIONS Weds 28th Oct
AUDITIONS 2nd Nov
Performance: 17 - 20 March 2027 7:15pm
Sat Mat 2:30pm
Audition information here.
The Witches of Eastwick tells the tale of the people of the little town of Eastwick. Everyone knows everything about everyone else, and the indomitable Felicia Gabriel presides over it. Bored and fed up with their small town lives, three women--Alexandra (Alex), Sukie, and Jane--share a desire for "all manner of man in one man" to provide excitement and variety. That man arrives, literally in a flash, in the devil-like form of Darryl Van Horne. Darryl seduces the women and teaches them powers, which they never knew they had. Scandalized by the carefree foursome, Felicia and the women of the town vow to clean up the "Dirty Laundry" that is disrupting their peaceful setup.
As Darryl's powers over Alex, Jane, and Sukie become more powerful, the three women start to consider that their wild, lustful relationship with Darryl is more sinister and dangerous than they realized. After Felicia and her husband, Clive, die as a result of the witches' curse, the women vow to have nothing more to do with Darryl. When Darryl tries to take over the rest of the town and marry Felicia and Clive's orphaned daughter Jennifer, they realize that they must use their newly discovered powers to get rid of him once and for all.
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Posted 16/10/2026
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St Hugh's Church Hall in Banbury
Till the Stars Come Down, by Beth Steel
Read-through: Thursday 29th October 2026 at 7.30pm
Auditions will take place on Thursday 5th November from 7.30pm
Rehearsals begin 22nd November - Monday & Wednesday evenings and one Sunday a month (27 rehearsals in total, all lines learnt by January)
Performances will take place 25-27th February 2027
You will be required to be available for the entirety of show week (21-27th February 2027) for technical and dress rehearsals prior to the performances
Banbury Cross Players are delighted to announce an upcoming read-through and auditions for their February 2027 production, Till the Stars Come Down, by Beth Steel, directed by Chrissie Garrett. Read on to learn more!
This is a passionate, down-to-earth family drama, with all the intrigues, relationships, secrets and confrontations that happen in every family. Set in Mansfield, a former pit town in Nottinghamshire, the local community has seen a large Eastern European population arrive, alongside the closure of the pits, leading to tensions in the town.
The audience is a fly-on-the-wall; watching one family on a summer's day as they gather to welcome a newcomer into their midst. It is the wedding of Sylvia - the family's youngest sister - to Marek, a Polish man, who is welcomed into the family reluctantly. Sylvia is one of a trio of sisters, and these woman are all forces of nature. From Maggie and Hazel, the other two sisters, to their fantastically-gobby Aunt Carol. You feel part of the wedding, investing in the characters and their emotional lives. These characters are larger-than-life, bouncing to life before the audience in pain, joy and laughter.
The fathers, uncles and love interests are all off-stage at first, while the women get ready for the big day. They drink Buck's Fizz whilst they bitch about everyone else. The sisters' mother is dead and their father, Tony, is embroiled in a rift of many decades with his brother, Pete. There are bursts of music, drunken disorder, betrayal, intrigues, and shocks alongside the dull pain of everyday marital compromise.
In terms of staging, this will be very simple, and in the round - so the audience feel they are part of the family and the developments taking place - everything will be staged within a players' chalked circle, of sorts.
CHARACTERS - 9 total, ages between early 20s-75
Tony - 75 years (Male)
A widower and ex-pit worker with early onset dementia/mild cognitive problems. In need of care. Down to earth - he has lived in Mansfield all his life.
Hazel - early 40s (Female)
Eldest daughter of the family, married for 20 years to John. She is going through a dreadful lack of self-confidence, and feels John no longer loves or fancies her. She's fed up with working all hours with no money and is struggling to manage her teenage daughter, Leanne.
Maggie - mid-30s (Female)
Middle daughter of the family. Married 4 times to 3 different husbands. In love with John, Hazel's husband. Has been away from Mansfield for over a year and it's not clear why. Passionate and secretive, Maggie feels very much the outsider to the rest of the family - the three sisters used to be incredibly close, and now Maggie is apart from them.
Sylvia - early 20s (Female)
The youngest of the three sisters. Sylvia is about to get married to Marek, a Polish immigrant. She is very much in love, excited and very caring - all she wants is her family around her and the sisters reunited. Sylvia has put on quite a lot of weight recently and won't fit into her wedding dress!
Marek - late 20s/early 30s (Male)
About the same age as Sylvia, Marek is a Polish immigrant who has been in the UK a number of years. He is totally in love with Sylvia but is finding it difficult to cope with the racism and anti-Polish sentiments displayed by the family.
John - early 40s (Male)
Hazel's husband - they have been married for 20 years. John has been out of work for 3 months and is bitter and angry and lacks self-confidence. He thinks he is worthless because he has no job. He is in love with Maggie.
Leanne - age 16 years (Female)
This is a combined role (of the characters of Sarah and Leanne). John and Hazel's daughter, Leanne is a typical stroppy teenager.
Aunt Carol - 65-70 years (Female)
Sister-in-Law to Tony, married to Pete for a long, long time, with whom she has a love/hate relationship. Very much a vibrant, larger-than-life character - uses very coarse language!
Uncle Pete - 65-70 years (Male)
Married to Carol, and Tony's brother. Has fallen out with Tony but no-one knows why. It becomes apparent, however, that when the other pit workers went on strike, Pete continued to work - he's therefore seen as a "scab".
If you cannot make the audition date, but would like the opportunity to audition, please email the Director Chrissie Garrett at chrissiegarrett111150@gmail.com.
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Posted 24/10/2026
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September 2026
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The Lecture Hall, Loddon, Norfolk
Babes in the wood
1st reading and information evening
First Reading - The Lecture Hall, Loddon, Norfolk
Wednesday 26th August
1st Reading - 2027 8.00 pm
Auditions
Tuesday 1st September 7.30 pm
Open Auditions - The Chapel
Monday 7th September 7.30 pm
Open Auditions - The Lecture Hall
Step Into the Spotlight
New performers, returning cast, and backstage volunteers - everyone is welcome to join the magic of our 2027 production.
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Posted 14/08/2026
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Claygate Village Hall, Surrey
TROUBLE IN PANTOLAND
Wednesday September 2 8:00pm
Open auditions for this year's spectacular pantomime will be held at 8pm on Wednesday September 2 at Claygate Village Hall and are open to members and non-members alike. So come along and have a go!
The synopsis: Baron Hardup, once the nicest man in Pantoland, has turned into the nastiest, after becoming the new tax-collector. And his bailiffs are making everyone pay up: Little Bo-Peep has lost her sheep. Little Boy Blue's horn has been confiscated and Mother Goose is being threatened with eviction. But all is not as it seems when we discover the real power behind the throne.
Director Dawn Lacey has been responsible for creating magical pantomimes for the Society over the past three years - and we can't wait to see her do it again.. For a copy of the script, or more information, contact Dawn by email at taptastic69@hotmail.co.uk or call 07394 601028.
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Posted 28/08/2026
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Little Waltham Memorial Hall, Essex
Hansel and Gretel the Pantomime by Nick Lawrence
Auditions 3rd of September 8pm
Our Pantomime will be performed in January 2027, and auditions and rehearsals commence from the 3rd of September 2026
Rehearsals are every Monday and Thursday evening 8pm-10pm
Julie our director would like to invite you to our auditions, for Hansel and Gretel the Pantomime by Nick Lawrence.
Centre stage, behind the scenes or front of house, there are no small parts!
Feel free to message us for more information, we would love to see new and old members joining us for another successful pantomime.
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Posted 31/07/2026
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Kings Heath Cricket Club, Kings Heath, Birmingham
ANYTHING GOES!
Thursday 3rd September from 7:30pm
Everyone is welcome, whether you're a seasoned performer or completely new to the stage.
We're particularly on the lookout for strong male performers to help us set sail on this fantastic production!
Come along, meet the team, find out more, and get excited for what promises to be a first-class voyage.
Who's coming along?
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Posted 17/08/2026
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Broughton Primary School, Flintshire, Wales
Robin Hood
Sunday 6th September 12:00pm
Calling All Outlaws: Robin Hood Auditions
The time has come. we're heading into the woods! We're excited to announce auditions for our next pantomime production of Robin Hood!
Think you've got what it takes to join Robin, Marian and the rest of Sherwood Forest? Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, we want to hear from you!
Rehearsal Period: September - January
Performance Period: January - February
HOW TO APPLY
Ready to join the outlaws?
Simply complete our audition form below:
audition form
The forest is calling. will you answer?
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Posted 20/08/2026
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Hampstead Garden Suburb Free Church Hall, Northway, London NW11 6PB
A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie Adapted for the stage by Leslie Darbon
Sunday 6th September at 7.00pm
Performances: 26th - 29th Nov 2026
THE PLAY
A Murder is Announced is a dramatisation of Agatha Christie's novel of the same name. Set in the living-room of Miss Blacklock's house in Chipping Cleghorn in the early 1950s, it follows on from an announcement in the local paper of a murder that will take place the same evening in that very house. The plot is satisfyingly twisty and turny and there is an ensemble of interesting characters, not least among them Miss Marple herself.
THE AUDITION
If you can't make the audition on Sunday 6th September, please email us at amurderisannounced@gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk and we will try to arrange an alternative opportunity, although it may be via Zoom.
Audition pieces will be available soon on the GST website:
www.gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk/audition-murder-announced
Audition - A Murder is Announced - Garden Suburb Theatre
It may be possible to borrow a copy of the play to read. Please email the address above to enquire.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will take place on two weekday evenings and Sunday afternoons, at the Free Church Hall and in the Free Church itself, starting the week beginning 28th September.
SHOW WEEK FROM 22nd NOVEMBER WILL LOOK LIKE THIS:
Sunday - final rehearsal and beginning of get-in
Monday daytime - get-in (cast only attend if feasible)
Monday evening - technical rehearsal
Tuesday evening - dress run
Wednesday evening - dress run
Thursday evening - first performance
Friday evening - second performance
Saturday evening - third performance
Sunday matinee - fourth performance and then set strike.
THE SMALL PRINT
You do not have to be a member to audition, but if you are cast you will need to join in order to perform. Further information about membership can be found https://us.list-manage.com/BtXQ3Z0QjKU?e=f47db50e97&c2id=a60c5e7d4d01247edb4269d816851430 here.
Before auditioning, please ensure you are available for the whole of the show week as described above.
All cast and crew should be willing to support the success of the show in other ways, including helping to build/paint the set and/or with marketing and publicity etc.
Audition registration form
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Posted 21/08/2026
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BOB HOPE THEATRE, Wythfield Road, Eltham, London SE9 5TG
SNOW QUEEN Our 2027 Pantomime
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Posted 27/08/2026
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The Flint Street Nativity By Tim Firth
Audition one: 06 Sep 2026 10:00 - 12:30
Audition two: 07 Sep 2026 20:00 - 22:00
The Flint Street Nativity is a warm, witty and joyful festive comedy packed with twisted Christmas carols, in which adults brilliantly recreate the triumphs, tantrums and tiny dramas of a group of seven-year-olds preparing their school nativity.
Casting and setting
All roles are dual, with each performer playing first (and most importantly) a 7-8 year old child and in the final act, a parent. We are therefore looking for the ability to create distinct characters and an observance of the way children of that age group conduct themselves.
Although the play text indicates that it could have its references updated and indeed be adapted to the area in which it is to be performed, so much of the character and charm of the writing of the piece comes from both a northern geography and an early 2000s setting, that the intention is to be as true to the original as possible, first staged in LIVERPOOL in 2006. For all roles except potentially Frankincense, we will therefore be seeking an appropriate regional accent. (But accent coaching can be provided!)
Whilst being set and staged at Christmas, including music (carols essentially) and a great deal of humour, the play is not a pantomime and we are not seeking exaggerated or caricature performances. The writer states, "Never has the word 'deadpan' been more apposite than when describing the comedy of children. They are never aware of their humour in this play. The less funny they find it, the funnier it will be."
We are not looking for musical performers, but it is useful if most of the cast can carry a tune as they deliver important nuance and exposition via the contorted words to all the well-known Christmas carols.
THIS PLAY IS FUN!
Director: Guy Jones & Jason Salmon
Performances: 9 - 19 Dec 2026
First Rehearsal: 27 Sep 2026
Characters:
Innkeeper - The Mischief-Maker: MALE - Boldly confident, imaginative and socially dominant - The one that 'dares ya!' Doubles as Innkeeper's Dad, the local Mayor. (An avuncular pub landlord) Playing age: 20s-50
Mary - The Girly Swot: FEMALE - A slave to every letter of the teacher's instructions, which can make her bossy, but she's well-intentioned and sweet. Doubles as Mary's Mum (An older version full of regretted compliance) Playing age: c.40
Wise Gold - The Bluffer: FEMALE - Outwardly confident and comically certain; inwardly vulnerable, loyal and more compassionate than she initially appears. Doubles as Wise Gold's Mum (A self-absorbed, bingo-obsessed woman) Playing age: 20s-50
Shepherd - The Truth-Teller: FEMALE - Grounded, observant and bluntly practical. She questions claims, spots inconsistencies and punctures pretension. Doubles as Shepherd's Mum (An older version keen to keep her husband grounded) Playing age: 20s-50
Gabriel - The Princess: FEMALE - Socially powerful, watchful and ruthlessly controlling - the self-appointed enforcer of who is, and isn't, speaking to whom. Doubles as Gabriel's Mum (An older version - bit of an insecure bitch) Playing age: 20s-30s
Star of Bethlehem - The Boffin: MALE - Intensely knowledgeable, literal and gloriously single-minded - he is the expert who will correct everyone, whether they asked or not. Doubles as Star's "Dad" (A fiercely enthusiastic wannabe parent) Playing age: 20s-30s
Angel - The Follower: FEMALE, SOUTH ASIAN - She takes her cues from stronger personalities, fears exclusion and prioritises belonging - even when resentment and hurt occasionally break through. Doubles as Angel's Mum (A more confident and together version, caught in an intense rivalry with an unseen Mrs Vorbani) Playing age: 20s-50
Narrator - The Perfectionist: MALE - Earnest, conscientious and quietly anxious - desperate to get every word right and make a distant father proud. Doubles as Narrator's Dad (Proud, but at a distance due to family tension) Playing age: 20s-50
Herod/Joseph - The Fantasist: MALE - A sports-obsessed dreamer, heroically confident inside his private games but liable to crumble when faced with a real audience. Doubles as Herod's Dad (A somewhat detached workaholic) Playing age: 20s-50
Wise Frankincense - The Outsider: MALE - A self-conscious newcomer, painfully aware of his speech impediment and determined to preserve his dignity while trying to find his place in the group. Playing age: 20s-50
Ass - The Innocent: MALE - An uninhibited, socially unfiltered misfit who tries hard to join in, says whatever enters his head and remains remarkably cheerful despite being overlooked by the others. Playing age: 20s-50s
Audition process
Auditions will be a fun and inclusive group exercise, with physical and vocal warm-ups and a singing element through which you will be guided. Please ensure you have at least familiarised yourself with the audition pieces available below for the role(s) in which you're interested. There is no requirement for any other preparation however - no lines need be learnt off book (unless you really want to impress!)
Please note the LIVERPOOL regional accent and singing ideals stated above. Coaching will be available on the accents and a musical director has been appointed, but if accents and singing aren't your thing at all, please only consider Wise Frankincense. (Who will still have to sing)
Successful auditionees may be invited to a callback session on 13 September, 10:00 - 12:00.
Availability
Please check your availability carefully before applying. All performers must be available for all scheduled rehearsals and performances, including rehearsals taking place within the "work Christmas do period."
In particular, successful performers will need to be available:
Up to and including 20 December (For the get-out)
From 27 September onwards
Rehearsals will be:
Table-read Date TBC
Sun 27 Sep - 10:00 - 12:30
Mon 28 Sep - 20:00 - 22:00
Sun 4 October - 16:45 - 20:15
THEREAFTER:
Wednesdays - 20:00 - 22:00
Fridays - 20:00 - 22:00
Sundays - 16:45 - 20:15
Please only apply if you can commit to the full rehearsal and performance schedule with the most limited of exceptions. We will ask you to confirm your availability as part of the audition registration process.
For more information and to register for a place at audition,
GO TO THE REGISTRATION PAGE HERE (opens in a new window).
Please only email the director if the information you seek is not contained in the above.
The Director
Download Audition Pieces
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Posted 31/08/2026
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Wavendon Gate Pavilion, Bucks
Ali Baba
First is the script reading on Monday 7th September from 7.30pm
AUDITIONS will be week of 14th September with details to follow.
Tread the Boards will be transporting everyone to Arabia for pantomime which will open on 8th January 2027 at Wavendon Community Centre, Walton Road.
Rehearsals will be held on Monday evenings across autumn and winter.
If you would like to be considered for a role do pop along. You will need to be available for almost all Monday evenings between mid September and the performances on 8th, 9th and 10th January.
Our most recent panto was nominated for awards so this promises to be a superb show.
The director for this production will be Tara Pathirana.
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Posted 02/09/2026
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The Archway Theatre, The Drive, RH6 7NQ Horley
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - Adapted and directed by Gary Andrews
Auditions: Weds 9th Sept in the foyer
Playing dates 2- 5 & 8 - 12 Dec 2026
Everyone knows the timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the visits from the ghosts - the joy here is in the telling. This adaptation utilises multiple role playing and shared narration to tell the story in all its glory - not just the dialogue (with all Dickens' marvellous characters) but also the descriptive prose that gives Dickens his unique voice.
The cast is flexible, with suggested doubling below - but this can be altered to fit the cast. All cast (with the exception of Scrooge) will also be narrating throughout, as well as changing the scenes - so everyone will be kept very busy! It will be physical in places and there is a small amount of singing as well.
Men:
Ebenezer Scrooge
Fred / Young Ebenezer
Bob Cratchit
Charity Man 1 /Schoolmaster/ Lighthouse Man / Gentleman 1
Charity Man 2 / Belle's Husband / Miner / Sailor / Undertaker
Jacob Marley's Ghost / Miner / Lighthouse Man / Old Joe
Fezziwig / Topper / Gentleman 3
Dick Wilkins / Man 1 / Poor Man
The Young Follower / Man 2 / Gentleman 2
Ghost of Christmas Present / Poulterer
Women:
Ghost of Christmas Past / Miner / Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Phantom / Fanny / Miss Fezziwig / Girl 2
Miss Fezziwig / Polly
Phantom / Miss Fezziwig / Martha Cratchit
Belle / Miner / Poor Woman
Mrs Cratchit
Girl 1 / Charwoman
Mrs Fezziwig /Miner / Mrs Dilber
Children:
Carol Singer / Young Scrooge / Peter Cratchit
Boy Scrooge / Boy Cratchit / Turkey Boy
Belle's Child / Tiny Tim / Poor Child
Phantom / Belle's Child / Miner / Want / Poor Child
Phantom / Belle's Child / Miner / Ignorance / Poor Child
Phantom / Belinda Cratchit
Phantom / Maid
If you require any more information, please contact Gary on gary@egotripmedia.co.uk
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Posted 04/07/2026
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Chapel Playhouse, Chapel en le Frith
Cinderella
Fri 11th Sep 7:00pm Principal auditions
Sun 13th Sep 10:00am Chorus auditions (school year 5 and above only please)
It's audition time! Our next panto is Cinderella - and auditions are happening THIS WEEKEND - principals on Friday evening at 7pm, at Chapel Playhouse.
All welcome - but if you'd like to audition, please DM on here OR email chapelenlefrithplayers@gmail.com and we'll email you the audition pieces.
The CHORUS auditions (open to anyone in Y5 and above) are Sunday at 10am at the Playhouse.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Posted 10/09/2026
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Studio Solutions, Chickenhall Lane SO50 6RP
Snow White
Auditions are Sunday 13th September from 4pm
Exact timings, further details about the show, along with show dates, audition and cast fee requirements, and what needs to be prepared for each character can be found in our launch presentation pack here: Snow White Launch Presentation
Thanks to everyone who came along to our launch! We hope you're as excited as we are for this show!
If you couldn't make it, but would like to audition, or didn't complete a form please do complete our interest form so we have an indication of who will be there on the day, and what characters people are interested in: Snow White Interest Form
All of the required audition material can be found in our Google Drive here: Snow White Audition Pack
Please make sure you are familiar with the material prior to the auditions. The speaking audition pieces have been named for all of the different characters. Please note that in one of the sides, Avarice is called Old Lady. Both pieces will be used for auditions. There is one dance and one song for everyone auditioning. Please choose the harmony for your vocal type. There are backing tracks in the folder to help you learn this.
The dance audition videos are also there. These will enable you to learn the routine prior to the day. You should aim to dance this with a strong sense of technique, rhythm and performance. Performance quality, including use of face is key here.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions, and we look forward to seeing you all on Sunday!
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Posted 08/09/2026
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Acting Up
 
Morden Parish Hall, Morden in Surrey
The Big Bad Wolf
14th Sept 2026 7pm
Welcome to Bigby's Diner, where great food and good friends are always on the menu! But when the greedy Donald Maci-Dees arrives with plans to build a fast-food empire, he'll stop at nothing to steal Bigby's secret recipe and take over the restaurant.
With the help of the magical Fairy Lux, the ever-chaotic Jenny, loyal Trev, and a cast of colourful characters, Bigby's daughter Bee Bee must find the confidence to stand up for what she believes in and save the diner before it's too late. Packed with comedy, catchy songs, audience participation and plenty of pantomime magic, The Big Bad Wolf is a fun-filled family adventure about friendship, courage and following your dreams.
Audition information
Audition Pack
We do ask that those who audition can commit to the rehearsal and show dates.
If you are unable to make the audition date but would still like to be part of the show or have any extra requirements, contact the team via our facebook page or audition form.
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Posted 20/08/2026
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Till the Stars Come Down By Beth Steel
Audition one: 19 Sep 2026 18:30 - 31:15
Audition two: 20 Sep 2026 10:00 - 22:15
Beth Steel's Till the Stars Come Down is set at a wedding in Nottingham and follows one family over a single, increasingly chaotic day. It is funny, affectionate and sharply observed, exploring family, class, love, loyalty, masculinity, changing communities and what happens when the past refuses to stay in the past.
Casting and setting
Till the Stars Come Down is specifically rooted in Nottingham, and its characters belong to a traditional working-class family and community.
The play's exploration of the decline and fragmentation of traditional working-class communities, including the legacy of the miners' strike, changing employment, generational differences and questions of belonging is central to the story. We therefore want the casting to authentically reflect the social and cultural world Beth Steel has created.
This is not intended as a blanket exclusion of performers; rather, for these particular family roles, authentic representation of the world of the play is an important part of our casting process.
We particularly welcome actors who have a genuine connection to the area in which it is set or similar working-class communities and who understand the humour, rhythms and lived experience that underpin the play. For the role of Marek, we would like to cast someone who is Polish or of Polish heritage.
Director: Charlotte Benstead
Performances: 11 - 16 Jan 2027
First Rehearsal: 18 Oct 2026
Characters:
Hazel: Female - Playing age: late 30s-40s - The eldest of the three sisters and the person who keeps the family machinery running. Hazel is practical, capable and fiercely loyal, but she is also exhausted from carrying everyone else's problems. She has a sharp sense of humour and a strong moral compass, although the pressures of family life have left her with plenty of frustrations of her own.
Maggie: Female - Playing age: 35-45 - Maggie is the middle sister. Maggie is warm, funny, impulsive and capable of causing absolute havoc without necessarily intending to. She is someone who wants more from life and isn't always very good at thinking through the consequences of getting it.
Sylvia: Female - Playing age: 25-30 - The youngest of the three sisters and the bride at the centre of the day's celebrations. Sylvia is excited, romantic and determined to enjoy her wedding, but beneath the celebration she is navigating the complicated dynamics of her family.
John: Male - Playing age: 40s - Hazel's husband. John is currently out of work and is struggling with his sense of purpose and place within the family. He is not a stereotypical villain: he is funny, complicated, vulnerable and capable of making very poor decisions.
Tony: Male - Playing age: Late 60s-70s - Sylvia, Hazel and Maggie's father. Widowed, Tony is the older generation at the heart of the family and has lived through a very different Nottingham. He carries the history of the family and of the community in which his daughters grew up.
Peter: Male - Playing age: mid 60s-70 - Tony's brother and Sylvia, Hazel and Maggie's uncle. Peter is married to Aunty Carol. He and Tony have been estranged since the miners' strike in the 1980s, leaving decades of resentment and unfinished business between the brothers.
Aunty Carol: Female - Playing age: 60-70 - Peter's wife and an important part of the wider family. Carol is warm, practical and perceptive, with a good instinct for what is really going on beneath the surface.
Marek: Male - Playing age: 30-40 - Sylvia's fiancé. Marek is Polish and has made a life for himself in Nottingham. He is loving, hardworking and committed to Sylvia, but is entering a family whose history, arguments and loyalties are far more complicated than he could have anticipated.
Leanne: Female - Playing age: 15-18 - Hazel and John's daughter. Leanne is a teenager with a sharp eye for the adults around her. She is funny, observant and increasingly aware that the grown-ups' lives are considerably more complicated than they would like their children to believe.
Sarah: Female - Playing age: 8-11 - This role will be cast from our existing Youth Group membership. No external applicants will be considered.
Audition process
Because Till the Stars Come Down is rooted so strongly in North Notts/South Yorks, authentic and convincing regional accents are an important part of our production.
First Stage - We will be booking 10-minute slots for each auditionee between 6.30pm-9.15pm on 19th September or 10am-12.15pm on Sunday 20th September.
Please prepare one of the 4 speeches using the link below.
At this stage we will also consider whether your playing age is appropriate for the role you are interested in. Selected performers will be invited to an in-person audition that will take place on Sunday 27th September from 10am.
We appreciate that accents can be developed and coached, but performers should be able to demonstrate a convincing starting point at the initial audition. Authenticity, naturalism and consistency are particularly important for this production.
Please check your availability carefully before applying. All performers must be available for all scheduled rehearsals and performances, including rehearsals taking place around the Christmas period.
In particular, successful performers will need to be available:
Up to and including 20 December
From 3 January onwards
There will be a break over Christmas and New Year, but the production will require performers to return promptly for rehearsals from 3 January. Please only apply if you can commit to the full rehearsal and performance schedule. We will ask you to confirm your availability as part of the audition process.
Our rehearsal schedule is 8pm Tuesday/Thursdays and Sundays at 1pm
Rehearsals will commence on 18th October with a readthrough the week before to be determined.
For more information, detailed character breakdowns, and to register for a place at audition,
GO TO THE REGISTRATION PAGE HERE (opens in a new window).
Please only email the director if the information you seek is not contained in the above.
Email The Director
Download Audition Pieces
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Posted 31/08/2026
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Rainham School for Girls, Kent
Little Shop of Horrors
Auditions will take place on Sunday 27th September
The time has come. we're ready to find our Little Shop of Horrors Cast!
Auditions will take place on Sunday 27th September at Rainham School for Girls.
Whether you're hoping to take on a principal role, or want to be in the ensemble, everyone will take part in the ensemble audition and those auditioning for a principal role will return at the relevant time listed below.
The 'Audition Pack' can be viewed here.
Here's everything you need to know about the day:
9:30am - Arrival & check-in
10:00am - Ensemble Audition Begins
ENSEMBLE AUDITION | 10:00am-12:00pm
Everyone auditioning will take part in this section, regardless of whether you are auditioning for a principal role or ensemble. You will be taught:
A section of a song and perform it in small groups
A short piece of choreography and perform it in groups
PRINCIPAL DANCER AUDITION | 12:15pm-1:00pm
For those auditioning for a Principal Dancer, will be learning an advanced piece of choreography and performing it in small groups.
AUDREY & URCHINS AUDITION | 1:00pm-2:00pm
Those auditioning for Audrey or the Urchins will:
Learn and perform a piece of movement in small groups
Work through the harmonies provided in the audition pack
Have time to practise before performing the material for the audition panel later on.
The AUDITION PACK including the harmony material, is available on our website.
PRINCIPAL AUDITIONS | From 2:00pm onwards
Anyone auditioning for a principal role will need to be ready to come into the audition room from 2:00pm to perform their chosen song and piece of dialogue. We may ask you to come back into the room to audition for another role, so please take a look through all of the available audition material beforehand.
You do not need to learn every piece off by heart - we simply want you to be familiar with the material.
Principal auditions will conclude by 7:00pm at the latest, although we may finish earlier. Please ensure that parents/guardians are contactable throughout the day and are available to collect you when required. Please bring lots of water, snacks and food with you for the day!
IF SUCCESSFUL.
Rehearsals for 'Little Shop of Horrors' will commence on Sunday 10th January 2027 and will be weekly until show week (w/c 12th July 2027).
Please make sure that you are available to attend rehearsals from this date and show week if you are successful in your audition.
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Posted 14/08/2026
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Wroxham, Norfolk
'Anything Goes' by Cole Porter
Audition Dates: 27th September 2026
Performance Dates: 6th May 2027 to 9th May 2027
Are you ready to take centre stage on the SS American? Could you be our leading man Billy Crocker or perhaps leading lady Reno Sweeney? East Norfolk Operatic Society are excited to be producing 'Anything Goes' in May 2027 at the Maddermarket theatre in Norwich. Hop on board and join us for the voyage.
The Show contains plenty of exciting characters, from lead to supporting dance filled to comical, angels to sailor quartets it has a little bit of everything. We invite you to audition with us on 27th September
All information for auditions can be found in this google drive folder:
Google Drive
The application form, which is linked within the folder also, is here: Application Form
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Posted 16/09/2026
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August 2026
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AMELIE
Auditions will be held on 28th & 30th July and 1st August
Performance: 1 - 5 December 2026
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Posted 14/05/2026
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St Paul's URC, S. Croydon
Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior
A meet and greet will be held 7:30pm Mon 27th July
Auditions on 10th Aug
CODA's autumn production will be the inspiring true story of the Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior
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Posted 04/07/2026
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The Nomad Theatre , Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, KT246RT
Dick Whittington by Ben Crocker
Auditions: Mon 20 July at 7.30pm and Tues 4 Aug at 7.30pm at The Nomad Theatre , Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, KT246RT
Performances: Tues 8th to Sat 12 December
If you are interested but cannot make it please email Moyra on chairman@nomadtheatre.com and we will arrange to see you on another date. As well as the main characters we need lots of chorus. So join Dick and his cat as they seek to make their fortune and foil the dastardly King Rat! Expect toe tapping songs, laughs galore and loads of audience participation in this much loved rags to riches story of derring do, crazy comedy and true love.
Characters:
King Rat (The Baddie), Fairy Bowbells (The Cockney Goodie), Tommy The Cat (Silent), Alderman Fitzwarren, Alice Fitzwarren (Principal Girl), Idle Jack (Lovelorn and Lazy), Dick Whittington (Principal Boy) Sarah The Cook(Warm hearted Dame), Captain Horatio Fitzwarren (Alderman's identical twin), The Empress of Morocco
Chorus: Citizens, Rats, Sailors, Guards, Palace Attendants
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Posted 18/07/2026
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The Pichard Room, Birchmeadow Centre, Shropshire
"In The All-Night Cafe" by Harold Pinter, directed by Mike Kaiser
Mon 3rd August 7:30pm
Auditions for one of two small Summer plays. The play is made up of three short revue sketches.
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Posted 02/08/2026
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Beyond Therapy By Christopher Durang
Audition one: 05 Aug 2026 20:00 - 22:00
Audition two: 07 Aug 2026 20:00 - 22:00
Beyond Therapy is a farcical comedy focusing on two singletons seeking romantic relationships with the help of their psychiatrists, each of whom suggests their patient place a personal ad in the newspaper. What could go wrong?
Performances: 13 - 17 Oct 2026
First Rehearsal: 16 Aug 2026
Characters:
Bruce - Male - Early-Mid 30s: Our leading man but definitely not in the traditional sense! Bruce is in therapy and he's an impulsive, emotional divorcee with no filter looking for love. Did I mention that he has been living with his male lover, Bob, for a year now? That hasn't stopped him putting an ad out in the paper where he meets Prudence.
Prudence - Female - 29-32: Our leading lady who is a well-established journalist, cat-loving independent woman looking for her next step under the unhelpful guidance of her psychologist Dr. Stuart. Prudence is a reserved woman but alas a closeted romantic who doesn't really know what she wants, but is brave enough to give anything a go.
Stuart - Male - Mid 30s: AKA Dr. Stuart Framingham. AKA Prudence's psychologist. AKA Prudence's ex 'hook up'. Stuart is one of the lads, very masculine and could even be described as a bit of a bully - but alas we all need his brutal honesty sometimes.
Charlotte - Female - Late 30s-Early 40s: Mrs. Charlotte Wallace is Bruce's unconventional, erratic therapist who works with alternative methods. This is a high-energy role and can be likened to Shakespeare's Fool - she is the speaker of the truth
Bob - Male - Mid 20s: Lovely Bob has been living with Bruce for 1 year and he is an incredibly passionate but protective man. A complete Mama's Boy but alas, head over heels for Bruce and will do what it takes to stay with him. Think of a combo of Robin Williams and Nathan Lane in 'The Birdcage'
Andrew - Male - Mid-Early 20s : Andrew seems to be only waiter at the Restaurant. He too is a patient of Mrs. Wallace so has his issues, but he's young, fun and rides a motorbike - gorgeous.
For more more information, and to register for a place at audition,
GO TO THE REGISTRATION PAGE HERE (opens in a new window).
Audition materials and further info will be sent via email to those registered a few days before the audition date. Please, only email the director if the information you seek is not contained in the above.
indiedwa@gmail.com Email The Director
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Posted 21/07/2026
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East Lane Theatre, North West London
Accidental Death of an Anarchist
Audition Dates: 7th & 16th August
Performance Dates: 2nd - 6th December
When a quick-witted fraudster is detained at a police station, he prompts an unscheduled investigation into the mysterious death of a suspect who left the building during an interrogation. via a top-floor window.
What follows is a whirlwind of re-enactments and increasingly outrageous excuses, as the 'Maniac' runs rings around the police officers and unravels their web of contradictions and cover-ups. In this acclaimed razor-sharp adaptation by Tom Basden of Dario Fo's comedy the chaos is relocated to contemporary Britain. A hilariously fast-paced farce, that skewers institutional corruption making the madness feel more relevant now than ever.
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Posted 06/07/2026
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Posted 21/07/2026
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Things I Know To Be True By Andrew Bovell
Audition one: 15 Aug 2026 16:00 - 18:00
Audition two: 16 Aug 2026 10:00 - 12:00
NOTE: AUDITIONS FOR BEN, PIP & ROSIE ARE FULLY SUBSCRIBED and no further audition slots are available for these specific roles. OTHER ROLES STILL OPEN.
This play is about family. Bob and Fran have been married for more than 30 years, and have four grown-up children who all (currently) live close by. Their home has seen them through many of life's ups and downs, and as they start thinking about a new phase of their lives, they also try to cling on to their children who are desperate for new starts of their own.
These characters all need to realistically look like a biological nuclear family, and I'm very open to creating that family from different ethnic groups with multiracial combinations that represent our society today. Therefore, I strongly encourage those from global majority backgrounds to audition.
Director: Stephen Hayward
Performances: 24 - 28 Nov 2026
First Rehearsal: 13 Sep 2026
Characters:
Bob: Male - early 60s - retrenched factory worker. Worked hard all his life and loves his family. Is struggling to adapt to the changes that are happening around him.
Fran: Female - late 50s/early 60s - experienced nurse. Practical, responsible, jumps into action as soon as she sees a problem, even if it's not always the best course of action.
Pip: AUDITIONS CLOSED FOR THIS ROLE - Female - early 30s - works for the Department of Education. Ambitious and headstrong, but is it time for her to follow her heart rather than her responsibilities? Singing ability would be a bonus.
Mark/Mia: 30ish - works in IT. Mark is discovering that they are trans-female and ends the play as Mia. You will need to be comfortable and sensitive with this journey. Trans actors are very much encouraged to apply for this role.
Ben: AUDITIONS CLOSED FOR THIS ROLE - Male - late 20s - One of the lads. Or at least he wants to be. Feels the pressure to succeed and maybe goes too far with it.
Rosie: AUDITIONS CLOSED FOR THIS ROLE - Female - late teens - doesn't know who she is or what she wants to be yet. In the play she experiences a lot of things for the first time, but her love for her family remains true throughout. Must be 18+ to apply.
For more more information, and to register for a place at audition,
GO TO THE REGISTRATION PAGE HERE (opens in a new window).
Please only email the director if the information you seek is not contained in the above.
Email The Director
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Posted 11/08/2026
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The Lecture Hall, Loddon, Norfolk
Babes in the wood
1st reading and information evening
First Reading - The Lecture Hall, Loddon, Norfolk
Wednesday 26th August
1st Reading - 2027 8.00 pm
Auditions
Tuesday 1st September 7.30 pm
Open Auditions - The Chapel
Monday 7th September 7.30 pm
Open Auditions - The Lecture Hall
Step Into the Spotlight
New performers, returning cast, and backstage volunteers - everyone is welcome to join the magic of our 2027 production.
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Posted 14/08/2026
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July 2026
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CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street S2 4QP
The Turning at Bly Manor
Audition 1 - Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Audition 2 - Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Callbacks - Thursday, 2 July 2026
The Company welcomes you to Bly Manor - your chance to take up residence in the beautiful home of a dead billionaire. Dare to audition to be one of the lucky few to uncover its mysteries?
From the team that brought you 'The Haunting of Hill House' at the Drama Studio and inspired by Mike Flanagan's 'The Haunting of Bly Manor', this original adaptation of 'The Turn of the Screw' with Henry James' other ghost stories is sure to be an experience you don't want to miss.
Adapted by Sam Islam
Directed by Monica Gallo and Erin Whyte
For detailed audition info, including character outlines, please visit the Auditions here.
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Posted 15/06/2026
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Iver Heath Village Hall, Bucks
Robin Hood and his Band of Merry Men
Read Through Wed 1st July 2026
Performance: 6 - 13 Feb 2027
New members welcome contact@ihdc.co.uk
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Posted 30/06/2026
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Henley Community Centre, Ashbocking Rd,
Church Meadows Henley Nr Ipswich IP60RP
Sleeping Beauty
5th July 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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Posted 21/06/2026
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They Promised Her the Moon By Laurel Ollstein
Audition one: 05 Jul 2026 10:00 - 12:00
Audition two: 06 Jul 2026 20:00 - 22:00
Based on real people and events, They Promised Her the Moon traces the life of Geraldyn (Jerrie) Cobb. After NASA selected its first astronauts, Jerrie Cobb was one of a group of women pilots who took part in the same selection tests.
In Act I, Jerrie is in an isolation tank overseen by Dr Randy Lovelace, the scientist who devised the tests, and Jackie Cochran, an award-winning pilot who is sponsoring the women's testing programme. During her nearly 10 hours in the tank (the men only managed 4 hours at most), Jerrie's memories of her life up to this point take shape.
In Act II, Jerrie has to come to terms with the media attention before the programme is abruptly cancelled. A Congressional hearing follows to consider whether NASA's selection process was discriminatory. John Glenn - fresh from being the first American into orbit - and, surprisingly, Jackie Cochran, jealous that she was too old to be considered as an astronaut and that she didn't get the attention she felt she deserved - both testified that it was unnecessary to include women in the space programme. After confronting Jackie and coming to terms with her disappointment, Jerrie goes to Brazil to fly medical supplies to remote communities.
The play deals with issues of gender stereotyping that was common in the early 1960s. You, and modern audiences, may find some of the language in the play unacceptable, but the playwright has used verbatim news reports and the Congressional transcript.
Director: Craig Norman
Performances: 3 - 7 Nov 2026
First Rehearsal: 23 Aug 2026
Characters:
Jerrie Cobb: F, the main action of the play takes place in the early 1960s when Jerrie is in her late 20s/early 30s, but we also see her from the age of 7 through to her late 40s.
Jackie Cochran: F, in her mid-50s, but we also see her in her 30s
Dr Randy Lovelace: M, mid-50s
Helena: F, Jerrie's mother, 40s/50s
Harvey: M, Jerrie's father, 40s/50s
Jack Ford/John Glenn: M, , 30s
As we see Jerrie, and to a lesser extent Jackie, at various ages throughout the play, and there are smaller parts that will be doubled by the actors playing Randy, Helena, Harvey and Jack; what I'm mainly looking for is versatility. American accents will be required, but full coaching can be provided.
Due to the scheduling of other shows, our first 4 rehearsals will be Sunday, 23 August at 10:00, Monday 24 August at 20:00, Sunday 30 August at 10:00 and Monday 31 August at 20:00. From Sunday 6 September, our regular rehearsal pattern will be Sundays at 16:45 and Wednesdays and Fridays at 20:00.
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot.
Please only email the director if the information you require is not included there.
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Posted 21/06/2026
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St George's Church Hall, Vancouver Road, London
The Ghost Train by Arnold Ridley
AUDITIONS coming up 9/14 July 8:00pm
Performance: October 2026
Rehearsals every Tues/Thurs from 11 August
Open auditions for our upcoming autumn production of Arnold Ridley's classic comedy-thriller. Just turn up on either evening. Scripts are provided on the night.
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Posted 15/06/2026
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The Archway Theatre, The Drive, RH6 7NQ Horley
The Monkey's Paw and other stories (adaptation of the classic short story by W.W. Jacobs)
12 July 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Do you fancy acting in a haunting, atmospheric drama?
We are delighted to invite performers to audition for our upcoming production of The Monkey's Paw (and other stories).
A haunting and atmospheric drama, The Monkey's Paw tells the story of the White family, whose quiet domestic life is upended when they receive a mysterious talisman said to grant three wishes. As curiosity gives way to desire, each wish brings unforeseen and devastating consequences. Blending suspense, psychological tension, and the supernatural, this adaptation explores fate, grief, and the terrifying cost of trying to control the unknown.
Roles Available
We are casting for 4 main roles, plus a storyteller/narrator and 3-4 devising ensemble roles.
Principal Characters
Mr White (Male, 50-70)
Curious and impulsive. A warm, affectionate father whose fascination with the unknown leads to devastating consequences.
Mrs White (Female, 50-70)
Loving and practical, with strong emotional depth. Her arc moves from warmth to grief and desperation.
Herbert White (Male, 20-30)
Playful, light-hearted and witty. His teasing nature contrasts with the darker events that unfold.
Sergeant-Major Morris (Male, 40-60)
World-weary and authoritative. Brings a sense of foreboding with stories of his travels and the cursed object.
Additional Roles
Storyteller / Narrator (Any gender, 18+)
Guides the audience through the story, setting tone and atmosphere. Strong presence and storytelling ability essential.
Devising Ensemble (3-4 roles) (Any gender, 18+)
These roles will be collaboratively developed, drawing on stories from the history of the theatre.
Previous devising or ensemble experience is desirable
Performers should be open to physical theatre, improvisation, and collaborative creation
Rehearsal & Performance Dates
Rehearsal schedule: To be confirmed - availability will be discussed at audition
Performances: 15-17 October
Please ensure you are available for all performance dates
We are looking to hold evening performances: 15 and 16, 2 performances on 17 - an early evening and a late night performance.
What to Prepare
Auditions may include a cold reading from the script
Devising ensemble candidates may also take part in a short group workshop
How to Attend
No need to book - just come along on the evening. If you have any questions in advance, please get in touch with Caroline on Roles Available
We are casting for 4 main roles, plus a storyteller/narrator and 3-4 devising ensemble roles.
Principal Characters
Mr White (Male, 50-70)
Curious and impulsive. A warm, affectionate father whose fascination with the unknown leads to devastating consequences.
Mrs White (Female, 50-70)
Loving and practical, with strong emotional depth. Her arc moves from warmth to grief and desperation.
Herbert White (Male, 20-30)
Playful, light-hearted and witty. His teasing nature contrasts with the darker events that unfold.
Sergeant-Major Morris (Male, 40-60)
World-weary and authoritative. Brings a sense of foreboding with stories of his travels and the cursed object.
Additional Roles
Storyteller / Narrator (Any gender, 18+)
Guides the audience through the story, setting tone and atmosphere. Strong presence and storytelling ability essential.
Devising Ensemble (3-4 roles) (Any gender, 18+)
These roles will be collaboratively developed, drawing on stories from the history of the theatre.
Previous devising or ensemble experience is desirable
Performers should be open to physical theatre, improvisation, and collaborative creation
Rehearsal & Performance Dates
Rehearsal schedule: To be confirmed - availability will be discussed at audition
Performances: 15-17 October
Please ensure you are available for all performance dates
We are looking to hold evening performances: 15 and 16, 2 performances on 17 - an early evening and a late night performance.
What to Prepare
Auditions may include a cold reading from the script
Devising ensemble candidates may also take part in a short group workshop
How to Attend
No need to book - just come along on the evening. If you have any questions in advance, please get in touch with Caroline on caroline.donald80@gmail.com.
Additional Notes
We welcome performers of all backgrounds and experience levels. This production offers opportunities both for traditional scripted acting and collaborative devised work.
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Posted 04/07/2026
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Rapunzel
Saturday 18th July 2026
Ready to be part of the magic?
Save the date! Mark your calendars for Saturday 18th July and make sure you don't miss out on joining our fabulous panto cast
Join us for a fun-filled adventure packed with laughter, music, and fairy-tale mischief. From cheeky comedy to dazzling moments of magic!
Rapunzel is coming to Winchmore Hill, and we're inviting passionate, creative individuals to help bring this exciting pantomime to life.
We'd love to hear from you! Teotheatreproductions@gmail.com
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Posted 09/05/2026
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The Nomad Theatre , Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, KT246RT
Dick Whittington by Ben Crocker
Auditions: Mon 20 July at 7.30pm and Tues 4 Aug at 7.30pm at The Nomad Theatre , Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, KT246RT
Performances: Tues 8th to Sat 12 December
If you are interested but cannot make it please email Moyra on chairman@nomadtheatre.com and we will arrange to see you on another date. As well as the main characters we need lots of chorus. So join Dick and his cat as they seek to make their fortune and foil the dastardly King Rat! Expect toe tapping songs, laughs galore and loads of audience participation in this much loved rags to riches story of derring do, crazy comedy and true love.
Characters:
King Rat (The Baddie), Fairy Bowbells (The Cockney Goodie), Tommy The Cat (Silent), Alderman Fitzwarren, Alice Fitzwarren (Principal Girl), Idle Jack (Lovelorn and Lazy), Dick Whittington (Principal Boy) Sarah The Cook(Warm hearted Dame), Captain Horatio Fitzwarren (Alderman's identical twin), The Empress of Morocco
Chorus: Citizens, Rats, Sailors, Guards, Palace Attendants
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Posted 18/07/2026
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St Paul's URC, S. Croydon
Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior
A meet and greet will be held 7:30pm Mon 27th July
Auditions on 10th Aug
CODA's autumn production will be the inspiring true story of the Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior
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Posted 04/07/2026
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AMELIE
Auditions will be held on 28th & 30th July and 1st August
Performance: 1 - 5 December 2026
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Posted 14/05/2026
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June 2026 |
Cluedo · The White Shadow by Sandy Rustin
Come along to the play reading and audition
28th May 78:30pm Cleeve Tithe Barn
1st June 7:30pm St Michael's Centre
Performance Nov 2026
This amateur production of CLUEDO is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
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Posted 15/05/2026
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Posted 24/04/2026
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Highams Park, London
Jack and the Beanstalk
Monday 7th June at 7:30 pm
Would you like to join us?
We welcome adults of any and no experience to join us
For more information on how to join us go to the webpage at : www.highamsparktheare.co.uk
Cast
Jack- The brave dreamer and hero.
Mother May- Jack's funny and dramatic mother.
Market Trader Marvin- Also plays the Mayor and Golden Harp.
Guard Grumble- Comic guard who switches sides throughout the story.
The Giant- Voice role and shadow performer; can also be Patricia the Cow
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Posted 07/06/2026
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Director's Presentation:
Tuesday 16 June at 7pm
We're inviting singers/actors/dancers age 16+ to join us for our next show.....
Come along to our Director's Presentation to find out about our plans for this exciting production. Get to meet the production team as well as existing members of our company and find out what our auditions will involve
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Posted 09/05/2026
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To be held in the Archway Theatre Bar
Kill Thy Neighbour
Auditions: 22nd June 2026
Performance dates: 23rd to 26th September and 29th September to 3rd October 2026
Do you fancy acting in a dark comedy that mixes humour with intrigue?
Kill Thy Neighbour is a dark comedy set in a picturesque coastal village in Wales. Caryl and Merion have lived there all their lives, but are looking to move as they are the only remaining locals, all other houses have been sold as holiday lets. Merion wants to stay, but Caryl wants to move. What is keeping them there? What is pushing them to Go? Written by Lucy Lovatt, this will keep audiences on their toes.
Cast:
Gareth (M/F) - age late 20's - local estate agent
Caryl (F) - age mid 50's - Merion's wife
Max (M) - age mid 30's - neighbour (Not a UK national)
Merion - age 50's - Husband to Caryl
Seren - age early 30's - daughter to Caryl and Merion, lives in Cardiff
Scripts and Audition pieces available from the Director, Eddie Redfern - Eddie.redfern2@Btinternet.com
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Posted 15/06/2026
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THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
. Read Through: Thursday 28 May 2026 at 7.30pm - St Hugh's Church Hall, Banbury, OX16 9HU, UK
. Auditions will take place on 25th June 2026, also at St Hugh's Church Hall - more information about auditions will be shared soon!
. Performances will take place 19-21st November 2026
On Thursday 28th May 2026, Banbury Cross Players are holding a read-through for their upcoming November 2026 production, The Girl on the Train, based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins and adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel.
Show Synopsis
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the women she's been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
Director Lucy Byford shared this about the play:
"This is a beautifully written play with fabulous characters and plot twists. The writing and changing locations lends itself to creative transitions and minimal time off stage. Whilst there are 7 key characters, there is also some multi-roling and ensemble work. I want this play to feel fluid, intense and powerful. There is minimal set but some interesting use of flats and chairs...more will be revealed at the read through!",br>So be sure to join us at St Hugh's Church Hall from 7.30pm on Thursday 28th May 2026 to find out more!
This amateur production of "The Girl on the Train" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. https://www.concordtheatricals.co.uk/
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Posted 25/05/2026
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Hedda Gabler By Henrik Ibsen, in a version by Patrick Marber
Audition one: 28 Jun 2026 10:00 - 12:00
Audition two: 29 Jun 2026 20:00 - 22:00
Just married. Bored already. Hedda longs to be free. Ibsen's classic in a version by Patrick Marber. Hedda returns from her honeymoon with new husband George Tesman. Struggling with her marriage and life devoid of excitement, Hedda strives to find a way to fulfil her desires by manipulating those around her.
Hedda may or may not be asked to play the piano. Not a requirement, however helpful to make known when auditioning.
Director: Jake Levy
Performances: 29 Sep - 3 Oct 2026
First Rehearsal: 19 Jul 2026
Characters:
Hedda Gabler: F, late 20s-early 40s
Juliana: F, 40s+
Berte: F, 50s+
Thea Elvsted: F, 20s to 30s
George Tesman: M, late 20s-30s
Judge Brack: M, 30s-40s
Eilert Lovborg: M 20s to 30s
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot.
Please only email the director if the information you require is not included there.
Email The Director
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Posted 21/06/2026
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CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street S2 4QP
The Turning at Bly Manor
Audition 1 - Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Audition 2 - Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Callbacks - Thursday, 2 July 2026
The Company welcomes you to Bly Manor - your chance to take up residence in the beautiful home of a dead billionaire. Dare to audition to be one of the lucky few to uncover its mysteries?
From the team that brought you 'The Haunting of Hill House' at the Drama Studio and inspired by Mike Flanagan's 'The Haunting of Bly Manor', this original adaptation of 'The Turn of the Screw' with Henry James' other ghost stories is sure to be an experience you don't want to miss.
Adapted by Sam Islam
Directed by Monica Gallo and Erin Whyte
For detailed audition info, including character outlines, please visit the Auditions here.
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Posted 15/06/2026
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May 2026 |
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Launch event: 27th April 2026, 7pm @ Studio Solutions - Come and find out more about the show and the audition process
Auditions: 10th May 2026, 2pm @ Studio Solutions **Date change due to Bank Holiday availability** - Material and further details will be emailed out after launch event.
Our big 10 year show is Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!
We'd love to see a cast packed with returning cast members from across the last 10 years along with new faces as well! So if you've done one of our shows before, why not come back!
We'll only be rehearsing on Sundays for this production, meaning it is a great chance to be involved without taking on multiple days of rehearsal in a week.
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Posted 26/04/2026
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Cats: Young Actors Edition
Launch event: 11th May 2026, 7pm @ Studio Solutions - Come and find out more about the show and the audition process
Auditions: 18th May 2026, 7pm @ Studio Solutions **Date change due to Bank Holiday availability** - Material and further details will be emailed out after launch event.
Our next youth show is Cats: Young Actors Edition. We'll be returning to The Hub in Southampton for our annual youth production, so why not come join us for this classic musical!
Whether you're an experienced performer, or are looking for ages 18 and under to journey with us to the Heavyside Layer.
Come along to our launch event to find out more!
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Posted 26/04/2026
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We Will Rock You
Launch Night 30th April
Laleham Village Hall, Laleham TW181RP
Auditions #1 12th May
Riverside Arts Centre, Sunbury on Thames TW16 5QF
Auditions #2 14th May
Laleham Village Hall, Laleham TW181RP
Performance: 29th Sep - 3rd Oct 2026
You only need to attend one of the two Audition dates (not both).
Details for booking your audition slot will be shared nearer the time.
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Posted 23/04/2026
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Pool (No Water) By Mark Ravenhill
Audition one: 10 May 2026 10:00 - 12:00
Audition two: 11 May 2026 20:00 - 22:00
As a private viewing winds down, a chance recollection starts to unpeel the shocking event that shattered a relationship with another talented artist. Working through not just the events around it but also their responses subsequently, this play interrogates the cost of jealously, regret and the cost of creativity.
Unnamed ensemble members (x 5-7), any gender, 25-50.
As the characters are all part of an art collective I would like them to be making art pieces on stage during the show. This might include painting, collage and photography - likely a mixture. While artistic and creative skills are desirable we will have art workshops during the rehearsal period.
Director: Miriam Nice
Performances: 1 - 5 Sep 2026
First Rehearsal: 21 Jun 2026
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot.
Please only email the director if the information you require is not included there.
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Posted 05/05/2026
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SLT Summer Shorts 2026
Audition one: 17 May 2026 10:00 - 12:00
Audition two: 18 May 2026 20:00 - 22:00
Our annual festival of new writing has a programme of 10 short plays, which will be performed five times from 11-15 August, 2026. They represent a great opportunity for those with less experience, or time to commit.
These auditions will be informal and contain opportunities to read script excerpts across the short plays, which may or may not be available and posted on this page ahead of time.
The programme is likely to include a mix of monologue and small company, drama and comedy, and contemporary and period, all written to this year's theme of Window. Multiple roles are up for grabs for a range of ages and all genders.
In order to reserve your place at an audition session, please complete the registration form by clicking here
Audition sides may be made available registered auditionees closer to the time.
Director: Summer Shorts Team 2026
Performances: 11 - 15 Aug 2026
First Rehearsal: 31 May 2026
Please fill in this form to book an audition slot.
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Posted 05/05/2026
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It Could Be Any One Of Us by Alan Ayckbourn Directed by Danny Sparkes
Audition Dates: 18th and 21st May at 7.30pm
Show Dates: 15th to 19th September 2026
Synopsis: A thunderstorm. A windswept county house. A family of failures - a composer, a writer and an artist whose works have never been aired publicly; a detective who hasn't solved a case; a dysfunctional teenager (is there any other kind?) - wrangling over a bequest. All the prime ingredients for a murder mystery thriller in the traditional mould. But this is by Alan Ayckbourn and there are surprises; who will be the victim? why is the victim? who is the murderer?
Characters:
This is a six-hander - Mortimer Chalke (composer); Jocelyn Polegate (writer, his sister); Brinton Chalke (artist, their brother); Amy Polegate (Jocelyn's daughter); Norris Honeywell (detective, Jocelyn's partner); Wendy Windwood (who is she?)
This amateur production of "It Could Be Any One Of Us" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
If you are interested , or if you are interested but cannot make the dates please contact Danny Sparkes on (07855 120387)
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Posted 15/05/2026
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Cinderella
Our group audition will take place on Sunday 24 May 2026 between 11am and 5pm, where those attending will have an exciting workshop style audition, at an allocated time slot, with a member of the pantomime creative team. Previous theatre experience is not essential, but is useful.
Those auditioning must be Year Groups 5 - 10 on 1 December 2026 and must be available throughout the whole period, from Sunday 1 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. Rehearsals are held only on weekends and after school from 1 - 24 November 2026 and performances are approximately 3 days per week from 24 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Would you like to join our professional panto cast on stage for this year's stunning production of Cinderella at Chelmsford Theatre? We are on the hunt for a group of young people who love singing, dancing and acting to be our Young Panto Company for this year.
Interested or know someone who is? Then don't delay as audition places are strictly limited.
Please ensure you have read and understood the Audition Notes before submitting an application form.
Read the audition notes here
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Posted 01/05/2026
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Cluedo · The White Shadow by Sandy Rustin
Come along to the play reading and audition
28th May 78:30pm Cleeve Tithe Barn
1st June 7:30pm St Michael's Centre
Performance Nov 2026
This amateur production of CLUEDO is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
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Posted 15/05/2026
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THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
. Read Through: Thursday 28 May 2026 at 7.30pm - St Hugh's Church Hall, Banbury, OX16 9HU, UK
. Auditions will take place on 25th June 2026, also at St Hugh's Church Hall - more information about auditions will be shared soon!
. Performances will take place 19-21st November 2026
On Thursday 28th May 2026, Banbury Cross Players are holding a read-through for their upcoming November 2026 production, The Girl on the Train, based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins and adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel.
Show Synopsis
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the women she's been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
Director Lucy Byford shared this about the play:
"This is a beautifully written play with fabulous characters and plot twists. The writing and changing locations lends itself to creative transitions and minimal time off stage. Whilst there are 7 key characters, there is also some multi-roling and ensemble work. I want this play to feel fluid, intense and powerful. There is minimal set but some interesting use of flats and chairs...more will be revealed at the read through!",br>So be sure to join us at St Hugh's Church Hall from 7.30pm on Thursday 28th May 2026 to find out more!
This amateur production of "The Girl on the Train" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. https://www.concordtheatricals.co.uk/
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Posted 25/05/2026
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April 2026
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Posted 15/01/2026
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ProCHADS THEATRE COMPANY - AUDITIONS - 2026 to 2027 Seasonduction
Audition Dates
Monday 6th April - 7pm for 7.30pm
Lady Windermere's Fan by Oscar Wilde
Oleanna by David Mamet
Tuesday 7th April - 7pm for 7.30pm
A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams
Wednesday 8th April - 7pm for 7.30pm
The Unfriend by Steven Moffat
Thursday 9th April - 7pm for 7.30pm
Noises Off by Michael Frayn
The Revlon Girl by Neil Anthony Docking
Monday 13th April - 7pm for 7.30pm
The Girl on the Train - novel by Paula Hawkins and DreamWorks film adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel
Bull by Mike Bartlett
Sunday 19th April - 10am for 10.30am Mop-up Auditions
Lady Windermere's Fan
The Unfriend
The Girl on the Train
Oleanna
Saturday 25th April - 10am for 10.30am Mop-up Auditions
Noises Off
A Streetcar Named Desire
The Revlon Girl
Bull
Full details at https://chads.co.uk/auditions/
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Posted 05/04/2026
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A Double Bill in The Studio
Audition Dates: Tues April 7th 8pm at The Nomad Theatre East Horsley
Show Dates: Tues 9th to Sat 13th June
If you are interested in auditioning or interested but cannot make the dates please contact Moyra on chairman@nomadtheatre.com
Cold Blooded Killer:Written and Directed by Geoff Rose-Michael
Synopsis: When grieving widower Jack disturbs Becky, an intruder, he is shocked by how much she resembles his wife, who is missing presumed dead, in a shark attack recently.Jack attempts to persuade Beck to impersonate his wife, to inherit the fortune of his mother, who died during the tragic holiday. Is Jack Telling the truth about her disappearance, and can Becky be Trusted to carry out the deception..
Characters:
Jack: Playing age mid 20 to mid 40's. He is wary, moody and menacing. Initially suspicious with his own agenda
Becky: playing age mid 20's t mid 30's. She is flirty. confident and cautious, but in the end callous and determined. Must be able to do a convincing Irish accent (ideally Southern but can be changed to Northern)
This play premiered at the Leatherhead Drama Festival in 2013 and won the Fire and Iron Award for New Writing.
Passenger(s):Written and Directed by Paul Reynolds
Synopsis:This about how we see people and who they really are and about hope and positive outcomes when all things seem to be potentially against you. A parody of 21st century culture and living with the constant cloud of social media, dating Apps, the changing landscape and of course people around us that perhaps prefer things as they used to be. There are undertones of reflection on relationships and growing old (dis) gracefully
Characters:
Maisie: Slightly mousy, introverted and downtrodden, playing age mid 40's, been unlucky in love (she now rebuffs men on internet dating sites!)and has moved back in with her well off cantankerous mother. Let down by a series of men she speaks about the behaviour of European domesticated felines at conferences, drinks white wine , coffee and espresso martinis!
Andy: Playing age early 40's, confident, slightly flamboyant, natty dresser, knows a small amount about most things but specialises in virtually nothing )other than failed relationships)His confidence hides an inner turmoil of self loathing, depression,, vulnerability, and a deep desire to find "the one"
Mum (Beryl): No nonsense well heeled londoner, done most things in life and wants people to leave her alone.She is not happy her daughter has moved in. She hates most things modern, Tik Tok, X, the French and EV's
Ray the Coach: Gruff, to the point and fed up of driving coaches. He relieves the boredom by drinking too much and trying to find suitable females to for the 24/48 hour stop overs! His attempts with Beryl go very wrong. Does not understand the woke culture and wishes the empire was still in tact
Patrice: Flamboyant, suave good looking french man playing age 20's/30's works on eurostar as customer service assistant. Dreams of being in Moulin Rouge!
Jonathon: Playing age late 50's, camp and plump. Cameo appearance as receptionist at Bruges hotel
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Posted 06/04/2026
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Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson - Adapted by Briony Lavery
Audition one: 12 Apr 2026 10:00 - 12:30
Audition two: 13 Apr 2026 20:00 - 22:00
PERFORMANCES: 23 Jul - 2 Aug 2026
First Rehearsal: 10 May 2026
On a dark and stormy night, Jim, the innkeeper's granddaughter opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At his feet is a huge chest, full of secrets. When Jim invites him in, her dangerous voyage begins. Robert Louis Stevenson's tale of treasure and pirates is adapted in a thrilling production by Bryony Lavery.
The story is punctuated by a number of sea shanties. While we will have a musician leading these, the cast are expected to join in.
Director: Lisa Thomas
Characters:
Jim Hawkins: F, 20s
Grandma Hawkins: F, ancient, can double
Doctor Livesey: F, 20s+
Squire Trelawney: M, 30s+
Mrs Crossley: F, 30s+, can double
Red Ruth: F, 20s+
Job Anderson: M, 20s+
Lucky Mickey: M, 20s+
Silent Sue: F, 20s+, says nothing!
Bill Bones: M, 30s+, can double
Black Dog: M, 30s+
Blind Pew: M, 30s+, can double
Captain Smollet: M, 30+
Long John Silver: M, 30+
Joan the Goat: F, 20+
Israel Hands: M, 30+
Dick the Dandy: M, 20+
Killigrew the Kind: M, 20+
George Badger: M, 30+
Grey: M, 30+
Ben Gunn: M, 20s+
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot.
Please only email the director if the information you require is not included there. Email The Director
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Posted 25/03/2026
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Come From Away
First round auditions: April 15th, 16th and 18th 2026
Recalls (by invitation): April 25th 2026
Show Week: July 21st - 25th 2026
Audition notice released here: Monday March 16th
Members can book their audition from 9am on Monday March 23rd and will be sent information on how to do so at the end of the previous week.
Audition slots will then be available to book for all from 9am on Wednesday March 25th. The link will be made available here.
Please note - we will be freezing the ability to become a member of Centre Stage during the CFA members' audition booking window, for the sanity of our hard-working volunteers.
If you wish to become a member of Centre Stage and take advantage of the members' window, please aim to join beforehand!
You can join via our website. As a reminder, membership entitles you to book for all auditions for a year for free, as well as benefit from audition and ticket booking windows.
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Posted 14/03/2026
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Encore Theatre Company
Village Hall in Hemsby, Norfolk NR29 4NH
Camelot the Panto by Ben Crocker
The first rehearsal will be a read through of the script on Wednesday 15th April starting at 7pm
Performance dates are Thursday 3rd December 2026, Friday 4th December 2026, Saturday 5th December 2026 (matinee and evening shows) and Sunday 6TH December 2026 (matinee).
For further details, please email lazzapen@hotmail.com
Newcomers are welcome.
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Posted 26/03/2026
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Posted 23/04/2026
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Launch event: 27th April 2026, 7pm @ Studio Solutions - Come and find out more about the show and the audition process
Auditions: 10th May 2026, 2pm @ Studio Solutions **Date change due to Bank Holiday availability** - Material and further details will be emailed out after launch event.
Our big 10 year show is Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!
We'd love to see a cast packed with returning cast members from across the last 10 years along with new faces as well! So if you've done one of our shows before, why not come back!
We'll only be rehearsing on Sundays for this production, meaning it is a great chance to be involved without taking on multiple days of rehearsal in a week.
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Posted 26/04/2026
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We Will Rock You
Launch Night 30th April
Laleham Village Hall, Laleham TW181RP
Auditions #1 12th May
Riverside Arts Centre, Sunbury on Thames TW16 5QF
Auditions #2 14th May
Laleham Village Hall, Laleham TW181RP
Performance: 29th Sep - 3rd Oct 2026
You only need to attend one of the two Audition dates (not both).
Details for booking your audition slot will be shared nearer the time.
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Posted 23/04/2026
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March 2026
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Jack Absolute Flies Again
Audition: 1st March, 7:30pm, theatre bar
Playing Dates: Wed 3rd - Sat 13th Jun 2026
Summer 1940. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to rejoin his intrepid young Hurricane squadron. Back on British soil, Jack is shocked to find his old flame, Lydia, on the base. Setting his sights on winning her heart, but with turbulence and hilarity never far away, Jack's advances quickly turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own terms.
Sheridan's classic comedy of manners, The Rivals, is given an uproarious Battle of Britain update by Richard Bean, the award-winning writer of One Man, Two Guvnors, and Oliver Chris.
Simply think The 39 Steps, mixed with One Man Two Guvnors and a dash of The Dam Busters. There will be comedy, high jinks, dancing and drama.
PILOT OFFICER JACK ABSOLUTE - male, 20s/30s
FIRST OFFICER LYDIA LANGUISH - female, 20s/30s
MRS MALAPROP - female, 50s/60s
PILOT OFFICER ROY FAULKLAND - male, 20s/30s
JULIA MELVILLE - female, 20s/30s
LUCY - female, 20s-40s
MAJOR GENERAL SIR ANTHONY ABSOLUTE - male, 50s/60s
PILOT OFFICER BOB ACRES - male, 30s/40s
PILOT OFFICER BIKRAM 'TONY' KHATTRI - male, 20s-40s
INTELLIGENCE OFFICER BRIAN COVENTRY - male, 40s/50s
WARRANT OFFICER 2 DUDLEY SCUNTHORPE - male, 30s/40s
FLIGHT OFFICER PETER KINGSMITH - male, 20s-40s
FLIGHT SERGEANT STUART SAMPSON - gender neutral, 20s-40sRPossible extras: extra females for the potential ensemble in one small section of the play.RSingers/ musicians - we might create a little musical theme throughout where live musicians or singers would be featured at moments throughout. Think Andrews Sisters or a 40s Skiff band. Doesn't have to be the same group for all 10 shows. Contact the director if you think you might be interested!
You can find out more about all the characters on our event on Facebook or our website. This really is a great, fun show to get involved in so drop the director a line to chat about any of it: ali.hannant@archwaytheatre.co.uk
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Posted 24/02/2026
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The River by Jez Butterworth
Audition one: 1 Mar 2026 10:00 - 12:30
Audition two: 2 Mar 2026 20:00 - 22:00
PERFORMANCES: 16 - 20 Jun 2026
First Rehearsal: 5 Apr 2026
It is August, and the sea trout have returned. They lurk in dark pools, lined up like U-boats, ready to leap up river to spawn and mate.
THE MAN has also returned, to fish for these trout, to recapture magical childhood experiences and also to hopefully find the love of the woman he so yearns for.
The drama takes place in a small remote cabin beside a dramatic river with waterfalls, long dark pools and turbulent rapids. The writing style mirrors the life of the river, poetically following an immersive dramatic course.
THE WOMAN has come with him to the cabin, and maybe together they will discover a deep connection and the love they are searching for. During this night fishing trip we encounter THE OTHER WOMAN, who is also on a fishing trip with The Man. Is he remembering her? Is this some shift in time or a parallel experience?
The brilliant writer Jez Butterworth allows for the two relationships to flow seamlessly in and out of one another, providing us with a sense of repeated experiences leading to an inevitable loss.
The Song of Aengus, derived from a Celtic myth exploring unrequited, idyllic love opens and closes the drama, and is echoed throughout as poignant backdrop to this beautiful play.
Director: Janine Wunsche
Characters:
THE MAN: 40s. Sensitive and vulnerable but witty and intelligent. The Man is a rich tapestry of emotions and imagination, with a poetic view of life. He is passionate about nature, forests, rivers, and the elemental forces that seem fully alive there. He is yearning, searching for a soulmate, a loving connection with a woman - the woman of his dreams. On the surface he presents as an active outdoor type, funny and enthusiastic, enjoys literature and philosophy. He is obsessed by fishing for sea trout at night.
THE WOMAN: Mid-30s. Grounded, earthy and practical. She has a mature, intelligent sensibility. She is confident on the surface but she is also intuitive and feels things very deeply. We sense that she is rediscovering herself. Hoping to find a man who can mirror her, she has come on a weekend trip to the cabin with The Man. Her childhood past has left some wounds that still feel raw and need healing.
THE OTHER WOMAN: 30-ish. Spirited, playful and quirky. She is exciting, immediate, sensual and magnetic. She has quite a liberated, fearless surface, but maybe she secretly yearns to be anchored, to connect with someone solid and reliable who can ground her. We sense that she never fully reveals herself to others. She is mysteriously attractive because of this.RI am looking for three sensitive, risky, emotionally vulnerable actors for these roles.
https://calendly.com/stephen-southlondontheatre/auditions-the-river COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot. Please only email the director if the information you require is not included there.
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Posted 24/02/2026
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Garden Suburb Theatre
www.gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk 
The reading will take place in the Small Hall (to the right on the ground floor) and the audition in the Main Hall,
Hampstead Garden Suburb Free Church Hall, Northway, London NW11 6PB
Boudica by Tristan Bernays
READING: Sunday 1st March at 7pm
AUDITION DATE: Sunday 15th March at 7pm
PERFORMANCES
Friday 19th June at 7.30pm
Saturday 20th June at 7.30pm
Sunday 21st June at 3pm
Thursday 25th June at 7.30pm
Friday 26th June at 7.30pm
Saturday 27th June at 7.30pm
Little Oak Wood Open Air Theatre, NW11 6QS
THE PLAY
AD 61. Rebellion is stirring in the Roman province of Britannia, and it's led by a woman. Rome has refused Boudica her throne as Queen of the Iceni. Rome has flogged and humiliated her, Rome has defiled her daughters. But Boudica won't lie down and lick her wounds. She wants revenge, and she's bringing an army.
This is a physical, ensemble-based production, in which most actors will play more than one role and be involved in fight scenes.
READING
We are holding an informal reading of the script on Sunday 1st March at 7pm. We encourage everyone who wants to audition to come to the reading to familiarise themselves with the characters.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm and on Sundays at 3pm, beginning on Sunday 19th April 2026. Rehearsals will be held both at the Free Church Hall and in Little Oak Wood Open Air Theatre.
We expect cast members to be available for all rehearsals. Before auditioning, please ensure you are available for the show dates, and every evening of the production week leading up to the first performance (22nd - 25th June), as you will be needed for tech and dress rehearsals in the venue.
PERFORMANCES
There will be six performances, which will take place 19th - 21st and 25th - 27th June 2026 at Little Oak Wood Theatre (Addison Way, W11 6QS). The Sunday performance is a matinee, all other days are evening shows.
MEMBERSHIP
You do not have to be a member to audition, but if you get a part you will need to join in order to perform.
Further information about membership can be found here.
AUDITION PIECES
The audition will consist of a mixture of movement, voice and small snippets of the script, which you will be provided with. We're looking for energy, physicality and enthusiasm.
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing for the audition as you will be moving a lot.
CHARACTERS
This is an ensemble-based production with most actors playing more than one role and all participating in crowd and fight scenes.
Principal characters (not part of the ensemble):
Boudica, Queen of the Iceni
Blodwynn, her older daughter
Alonna, her younger daughter
Cunobeline, King of the Trinovantes
Badvoc, King of the Belgics
Gaius Suetonius, a Roman general
Catus Deciamus, Procurator of Britannia
Ensemble:
All other parts (soldiers, functionaries, warriors, kings, druids, townspeople and a goddess) are played by the ensemble.
If you want to audition for the ensemble, you will read for:
Lucius, Cato and Sestus, Roman soldiers
Silvia, a captive Roman
To get a better idea of the characters, please read the play before the audition or come to the reading on 1st March at 7pm.
To express an interest in the audition and to let us know you are coming along (and which roles you are interested in), please fill out this form. Audition Registration Form
If you have any questions about this production or you would like to request a copy of the script, please email: boudica@gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk
If you are interested in being involved in this production in a non-acting role, e.g. helping backstage or with our publicity, or in joining GST as an audience member to get free tickets to this and all our productions, please email us for more information at info@gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk
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Posted 01/03/2026
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Ladies Day
Introductory night on Monday 2nd March with auditions on Monday 9th March 8:00pm
Performances: June 25th, 26th and 27th
We need 4 women and 2 men of varying ages.
Rehearsals are Monday and Thursday evenings 8-10pm.
The show features 4 women who throw caution to the wind and spend the day at the races rather than packing fish at their work. They encounter a range or characters and learn a lot about themselves, friendship and life. It's a feel-good, funny and uplifting play.
The cast is 4 women of various ages and at least 1 male (more could be included) and the play is two acts, roughly 90-100 minutes total. There are about 10 short scenes and most take place in just two settings: the fish factory and the racecourse.
There will be an Intro Night on Monday, March 2nd and the dates of the show would be June 25th, 26th and 27th. Before going ahead, we are looking to see who would be keen to be a part in this to make certain that it is viable so please contact me on littlewalthamdg@gmail.com or 07795616342 - Hannah.
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Posted 21/02/2026
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Spring Show
8 Mar 2026 12:45pm
We are getting ready for our next show, if you would like to join us please send us an audition application form
We are holding open auditions for our 2026 cast on 8th March at St Swithun's Church hall at 12:45 - please send us an application form if you would like to come along.
We will start rehearsing again on Sunday 12th April 2026 at St Swithun's Church Hall at 12:45, this rehearsal will start with our AGM.
Contact ygcontactus@gmail.com
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Posted 10/02/2026
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The Merry Wives of Windsor
9th March 7:30pm
Casting Read - An informal reading of extracts of the play to enable the director to put together a cast and crew for the show.
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Posted 18/01/2026
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Come From Away - Pre-audition Workshop
Saturday 14th March 2026, 2pm - 4pm
The workshop is free to attend but we do ask you to book a slot as capacity in the room is limited.
Click the link below to secure your slot.
www.tickettailor.com/events/centrestage/2101256
The workshop is open to anyone whether or not you plan to audition for the show.
The creative team will talk you through the vision for the show, audition plans, and give you time to ask any questions.
You'll then have a chance to learn some of the wonderful music and we'll teach the audition choreography.
Don't worry if you're unable to attend, as all the requirements for the auditions will be in the audition notice along with a video of the choreography for you to learn ahead of auditions. If you have any questions prior to the workshop you can email the team (comefromawaycs@gmail.com). Keep reading below for more information about the audition timelines and the notice release!
Come From Away - Audition timelines
First round auditions: April 15th, 16th and 18th 2026
Recalls (by invitation): April 25th 2026
Show Week: July 21st - 25th 2026
Audition notice released here: Monday March 16th
Members can book their audition from 9am on Monday March 23rd and will be sent information on how to do so at the end of the previous week.
Audition slots will then be available to book for all from 9am on Wednesday March 25th. The link will be made available here.
Please note - we will be freezing the ability to become a member of Centre Stage during the CFA members' audition booking window, for the sanity of our hard-working volunteers.
If you wish to become a member of Centre Stage and take advantage of the members' window, please aim to join beforehand!
You can join via our website. As a reminder, membership entitles you to book for all auditions for a year for free, as well as benefit from audition and ticket booking windows.
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Posted 13/03/2026
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A Handbag by Anthony Horowitz and directed by Chrissie Garrett
18th and 19th March 2026 from 7.30pm
Anthony Horowitz was commissioned to write a play as part of the National Theatre's New Connections programme in 2009, and the result is The Handbag - a short play which is both funny and poignant for a cast of six - 4 men, 2 women.
The Play
A group of people are rehearsing The Importance of Being Earnest but, as they attempt to perform a play which is alien to them to gain some form of escapism, it becomes apparent that their surroundings are not normal. Gradually, as tensions mount, squabbles ensue and each person's story starts to emerge.
Prior to auditions, a read through of the play is being held on 12th March 2026 at St Hugh's Church Hall in Banbury - if you attended the previous read through, it is not necessary to attend this second one.
Key Information
. Auditions are being held at St Hugh's Church Hall in Banbury on 18th and 19th March 2026 from 7.30pm.
. The audition will include script work only - there is no need to learn anything for the auditions.
. You do not need to be a member of BCP to audition but will be required to join if cast.
. Rehearsals will start 22nd March 2026 with an introductory workshop before they officially kick off on 13th April 2026, and will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays with the occasional Sunday.
Please note, in order to take part, you MUST be available to perform on the following dates:
. 27th May - Performance at Adderbury Church House in aid of FOCAL
. 4th June - Performance at Lighthorne Drama Festival
. 4-8th June - Performance at Abingdon Drama Festival (exact performance date TBC)
. 8-13th June - Performance at Wallingford Drama Festival (exact performance date TBC)
. July 2026 - Potential additional performance to be agreed with cast (date TBC)
. 17th September - Season Preview at The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury
Roles - 4 men, 2 women but can be any age/gender (including all men, or all women as needed)
. Rose (also plays Lady Bracknell) - Emotional, dreamy (with moments of perception), and slightly fragile. She yearns for normality and must be played gently, and emotionally truthfully, not as a caricature. She plays Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Being Earnest, and is obsessed with the 'handbag' as a symbol of freedom and escape.
. George (also plays Jack Worthing) - Protective and controlling and often acts as the leader of the group. He is prone to surges of anger and confusion but also craves structure and respect. He potentially has a romantic relationship with Rose, although this could be played as a paternal relationship depending on casting. The actor who plays him must be able to portray him as intense and powerful.
. Allan (also plays Algernon Moncrieff) - Allan is logical, practical and rule-obsessed.
. Specs (also plays Aleman, Gwendolyn, Jack and Cecily - in a single monologue!) - Nervous and twitchy, Specs is easily frightened. He is childlike in attitude with an underlying sadness, and has a stutter, which is crucial to his character.
. Irene (also plays Gwendolyn) - Glaswegian or Liverpudlian accent. Irene is impatient, controlling and passive aggressive in nature, believing she knows best. Must be played powerfully.
. Kinsey (also plays Lane) - Kinsey is to be played as lacking emotion; still and controlled with a quiet menace; clinical and bureaucratic.
To request a copy of the script or for more information, drop Director Chrissie Garrett an email at chrissiegarrett111150@gmail.com
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Posted 01/03/2026
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Blood Wedding From the play by Federico García Lorca
Adapted by Ed Bancroft and Nina Price
Directed by Ed Bancroft and Anaïs Dubois Reymond
March 2026
All auditions and rehearsals will be at CADS Arley Street Space (formerly Theatre Deli). This is a wheelchair accessible space. For more details, please see www.cads-online.co.uk
Rehearsals will be Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 April - 18 June 2026 (no rehearsal scheduled for Sunday 3 May). Most actors won't be needed at all rehearsals, and you will be able to specify availability at auditions. We are usually able to work around actors' availability.
Please come to either Option 1 or Option 2, and try to keep the callback date free. Callbacks are purely to assess how different actors might work together in different roles. If you're not called back, it doesn't necessarily mean you didn't get a part!
Please read the information about our audition process towards the bottom of the page.
Descriptions of the characters are below.
Audition Option 1
Thursday 19 March 2026, 7:30pm
CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, S2 4QP
Audition Option 2
Tuesday 24 March 2026, 7:30pm
CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, S2 4QP
Audition Callbacks
Tuesday 31 March 2026, 7:30pm
CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, S2 4QP
Rehearsal Period
Sundays, 2pm; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30pm; 7 April 2026 - 18 June 2026
CADS Arley Street Space, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, S2 4QP
Get In
Sunday 21 June 2026
University of Sheffield Drama Studio, Shearwood Road, S10 2TD
Tech & Dress Rehearsals
Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 June 2026
University of Sheffield Drama Studio, Shearwood Road, S10 2TD
Performance Dates
Wednesday 24 - Saturday 27 June 2026
University of Sheffield Drama Studio, Shearwood Road, S10 2TD
Mother
A mature woman, old enough to have children in their twenties. From a wealthy family, but she has lost her husband and her other sons. She reflects on her loss and tries to keep her last child safe. It is her story that drives the narrative at the beginning of the play.
Bride
A young woman in her early twenties, from a less wealthy family. She loved Leonardo and was in a relationship with him for three years, but her father did not approve because Leonardo came from a very poor family. She enters the marriage with little hope and feels lost, believing she is not truly loved by her father.
Mother-in-Law (sings)
An older woman, old enough to have children in their twenties. From a poor family with little land. She harbours suspicions about her son-in-law, believing him to be unfaithful. Fiercely protective of her daughter.
Leonardo
A man in his mid to late twenties from a poor family with few prospects. He is in love with the Bride but was not allowed to marry her and instead married his Wife, who had some land. This relationship overlapped with his relationship with the Bride. He has a dark, charismatic presence.
Leonardo's Wife (sings)
A young woman in her early twenties. She believed she was in love with Leonardo but has come to regret the marriage. She is becoming bitter at his indifference towards her and their child.
Maid
Any age, but possibly older. She knows everything and tries to make things better for the Bride.
Neighbour
An older woman from the wealthy part of the town. A friend to the Mother.
Three Girls (sing)
Act as a chorus. Any age, but usually women.
Moon
A representation of the cold Moon. Can be any gender. Has a major poetic influence on the ending of the play.
Bridegroom
A young man from a wealthy family who has had to endure his mother's protective nature and listen to her lamenting. He is in love with the Bride; their relationship overlapped with the Bride's relationship with Leonardo. The marriage will consolidate his fertile land with her father's stony land.
Bride's Father
An older man who objects to Leonardo because of his poverty. He wants to build a legacy and will marry off his daughter to achieve this.
Death / Beggar
An older woman who is a poetic representation of the death to come for the young men.
Three Woodcutters
?Any age or gender. Act as a chorus to illustrate the chase and the final conflict.
Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to audition, whether you've worked with us before or are a newcomer. Everyone who attends auditions will be considered fairly and have an equal opportunity to be cast in a role.
Any concerns please email thecompanysheffield@gmail.com
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Posted 16/03/206
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These Shining Lives and Living with Lois
Sunday 22nd March 2026 - 1pm
Auditions for These Shining Lives and Living with Lois will be held on Sunday 22nd March 2026 - 1pm at Woodford Church Annexe SK7 1PR
All welcome.
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Posted 13/03/2026
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February 2026
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Posted 07/11/2025
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Hamlet: Into the Manosphere By William Shakespeare (adapted by David Frost)
Audition one: 1 Feb 2026 10:00 - 12:30
Audition two: 2 Feb 2026 20:00 - 22:00
PERFORMANCES: 19 - 23 May 2026
First Rehearsal: 8 Mar 2026
Young Prince Hamlet has every reason to look forward to the future: he's handsome, charming and brilliant; heir to the throne of Denmark; madly in love with the gorgeous Ophelia - and not even Prince Harry can compete with his two million followers on TikTok! But all of a sudden, his legendary war-hero father has died in a tragic accident, and his sleazy uncle has schmoozed his way both on to the throne and into his mother's bed.
In today's world, where can an emotionally and sexually frustrated young man turn when he feels as though the entire world around him has been set up just to thwart and emasculate him?
Where else.but the Manosphere.
Director: David Frost
Characters:
Prince Hamlet: Playing age 20s-early 30s (as a hard limit), male
King Claudius: Playing age 40s-50s, male
Queen Gertrude: Playing age 40s-50s, female
Polonius: Playing age 40s-60s, male or female
Ophelia: Playing age late teens/20s, female
Laertes: Playing age 20s/early 30s, male/masculine-presenting
Horatio: Playing age 20s-30s, male
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern: Playing age 20s/early 30s, female
Marcella / Lead Player (Player Queen) / Grave digger/ English Ambassador: Playing age, 30s-60s, female
Ghost of King Hamlet: Playing age 60s, male
Young Fortinbras: Playing age 20s, male
Additional players, courtiers, Priest, Osric, Cornelia: The extent to which we opt for a wider ensemble cast and wider distribution of small roles will depend on the field of auditionees and the extent of interest from actors ultimately not cast in major roles to be involved nonetheless. We are also interested in actors with musical skills (singing and instruments), who might be interested in combining smaller ensemble cast involvement with forming part of a live band to be incorporated into the performance.
This new conceptualisation of Shakespeare's masterpiece will channel the play's focus on the nature of illusion and reality, gender and identity, and Self and Other into a distinctly 21st-century exploration of the digital world of social media, neurodivergence, and online misogyny. There is an ambitious plan to make screen projections and live-streaming a central aspect of the production, requiring a versatile and committed cast.
More details about each character can be found in the audition pack, using the link below.
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot. Please only email the director if the information you need is not included there.
Callbacks will take place on Sunday 8th February at 10am.
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Posted 21/01/2026
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THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Intro session on Sunday 1st Feb, all welcome.
We're going to lift the traditional style of Pirates and bring it right into 2026!
Auditions open to all Sunday 15th Feb 2026
This will be performed at KING ALFRED's ACADEMY THEATRE, WANTAGE 23 - 25 July 2026
We want to cast pirates, police officers and General Stanley's daughters, together with The Pirate King, Frederick, Ruth, General Stanley and Mabel ...
You can meet the production team, sing a few songs and hear all about the audition process - we will also give out audition pieces on this date.
To register your interest and get venue and time details, email amegos.theatre@gmail.com
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Posted 28/01/2026
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Breaking The Code - Open Read-through
Monday 2nd February 2026 at 8.00pm
We are holding an open read-through for anyone interested in our production of 'Breaking The Code'.
The parts we have available are:
Alan Turing
A brilliant mathematician who is intellectually honest to a fault; he refuses to hide his homosexuality, leading to his tragic downfall.
Professor Dillwyn Knox
Alan's superior at Bletchley Park; a wise, eccentric scholar who understands social "codes" and warns Alan about the dangers of non-conformity.
Pat Green
A fellow codebreaker and Alan's one-time fiancée; she offers intellectual companionship and represents the conventional life Alan cannot lead.
Nikos
A Greek youth Alan meets on holiday; he represents pure, uncomplicated joy and a brief escape from the rigid judgments of British society.
The production dates are:
Wednesday 13th May to Saturday 16th May 2026
Rehearsals are held on: Mondays, Thursday and Sundays.
Come along and meet the team and the rest of the cast and find out about this production. We are friendly group and we look forward to meeting you.
If you would like to find out any more information, please email us on: martyrsplayers@newmillschurch.co.uk or drop us a message here on Facebook.
The production dates are:
Wednesday 13th May to Saturday 16th May 2026
Rehearsals are held in the evenings on: Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
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Posted 19/01/2026
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Posted 30/01/2026
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Agatha Christie's - Black Coffee
4th Feb 7.30
DEP' will be holding an open read through. All welcome.
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Posted 30/01/2026
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SWEET REVENGE by Francis Durbridge
Auditions - Thursday 5th February 2026, 8pm
We rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and performance dates are 22nd to 25th April 2026.
If you'd like to join a fun local drama society, either on or off stage, then come along on 5th February and meet us. New members both acting and backstage are warmly welcomed.
Sweet Revenge is a thriller by Francus Durbridge. It was first presented at The Thorndyke Theatre in Leatherhead, 1993.
Our production will be set in present day.
Synopsis:-
Ross is a happily married cardiac consultant - until his wife Fay announces she has fallen in love with the famous conductor Julian Kane.
It is discovered that a new drug which Ross is trailing is potentially lethal to cardiac patients and phials of the drug have gone missing.
When Julian dies from a heart attack, all fingers point to Ross but as the play progresses more
enemies of the deceased are revealed, all of whom had a motive to kill.
Characters:-
Judy Hilton Ross' assistant. Former nurse
Alan Wells Fay's brother
Marian Palmer A boutique owner
Ross Marquand Cardiac consultant, likeable with an air of authority
Sam Kennedy GP, close to Ross. Could be male or female
Bill Yorke Elderly old-fashioned gentleman
Faye Marquand Ross' wife. Younger than her husband
Julian Kane Conductor, suave.
Norman Saunders Chief Inspector. Could be male or female
I am not suggesting any set ages for these characters, they just need to look credible in their roles.
Please text or call me 07922 273406 if you would like to discuss any aspects of the production or request a script. All the best, Sue.
For more details, contact us at ashteadplayers@gmail.com
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Posted 19/01/2026
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Posted 05/02/2026
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UNDERDOG : The Other Other Brontë
Wednesday 11 Feb 2026 & Thursday 12 Feb 2026, 7.30pm
The Play
An irreverent retelling of the life and legend of the Brontë sisters, and the sibling power dynamics that shaped their uneven rise to fame. A familiar story told with a modern voice which makes these three exceptional women very accessible for an audience of today. The play brushes aside the view of three tiny women holed up in a gloomy parsonage in Yorkshire and presents them as passionate forward-thinking women, wanting to be successful. You don't have to know or like the Brontës to enjoy this play. The gritty and controversial plot lines and characters mirror those in Jane Eyre, Agnes Grey and Wuthering Heights.
If you are familiar with the Brontës you may recognise scenes and references. If not, you will enjoy the theatrical approach employed in the storytelling and the three-dimensional characters drawn in the dialogue.
The production will feature a range of styles of music, unconventional costume and projection and lighting to enhance the visual effect. Mobile staging elements will reinforce the sense of time and place as the story moves between Yorkshire, London and Europe.
Roles
. Charlotte Brontë - elder sister, narrator, seeker of fame and fortune
. Emily Brontë - middle sister, fiery, most poetic of the sisters, Anne's Guardian
. Anne Brontë - younger sister, mild-mannered, gentle soul (or is she?)
. Five-actor ensemble, gender neutral, playing 30+ characters (eg Elizabeth Gaskell, Branwell Brontë, Literary Critics, Publishers, Servants, Children, Coachman, Aristocrats)
What we are looking for
. How you work with others, vocal range, imagination, creativity, listening and comprehension skills, efficient movement, energy
. Ensemble - each character must be clearly defined and identifiable as - in some instances - their appearance is only brief
. Ensemble work together setting and clearing scenery and props
. Sisters must demonstrate passion and determination as well as warmth and humanity
. Give us your best performance
. Auditionees must be 18+
The Audition will include
. Warm-up - ALL
. Movement exercise - "Ladylike Tricks" AKA Critics Scene (Act 2 Sc3, p63-66) - ALL
. "Cunliffe" (Act 1 Sc 2, p19-23) - ENSEMBLE
. "There's Been a Mix Up" (p79 - 83) - SISTERS
. Solo prepared piece - ALL
Everyone will perform the Solo Prepared piece. It is not necessary to learn unless you wish to do so. The roles of the sisters in the ALL and ENSEMBLE pieces may be allocated to those auditioning for Ensemble for the purposes of audition.
There will be an Audition panel of three - the Director and two senior members of BCP.
You do not need to be a member of BCP to audition but will be required to join if cast.
To request Audition material or if you would like to audition but cannot attend the above dates or if you would like to read the script or if you have any other questions contact Director, Linda Shaw, lindashaw80@hotmail.com or 07802 301726.
Performance Dates - 18 - 20 June 2026 (inc Saturday matinee)
14 Jun 2026 Get in/Rigging - Line run & Safety Brief - time/s TBC
15 Jun 2026 Tech Rehearsal - 7.30pm Curtain Up. Photo call 7pm.
16 Jun 2026 Dress Rehearsal - 7.30pm Curtain Up; *Fight Call 7pm (no audience)
17 Jun 2026 Dress Rehearsal - 7.30pm Curtain Up; *Fight Call 7pm (invited audience)
18 Jun 2026 Performance - 7.30pm; *Fight Call 7pm
19 Jun 2026 Performance - 7.30pm; *Fight Call 7pm
20 Jun 2026 Performance - 2.30pm; *Fight Call 2pm
20 Jun 2026 Performance - 7.30pm; *Fight Call 7pm
*Fight Call = warm up, run any contact/choreographed sections
Performance Venue
The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury
Rehearsal Period
8 March to 13 June 2026. One evening rehearsal during the week (M to F) and one long (4-6 hr) Sunday rehearsal. Venue to be confirmed but Banbury area.
Read Through
Thursday 5 Feb 2026, 7.30pm at The Mill Arts Centre. All welcome. This is your opportunity to find out more.
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Posted 18/01/2026
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My Night With Reg By Kevin Elyot
Audition one: 15 Feb 2026 10:00 - 12:30
Audition two: 16 Feb 2026 20:00 - 22:00
PERFORMANCES: 2 - 6 Jun 2026
First Rehearsal: 22 Mar 2026
Set entirely among London's gay community in the mid-1980s against the background of the mounting AIDS crisis, My Night With Reg follows the ups and downs of a circle of gay friends over a period of several years.
One of the group, the Reg mentioned in the title, is not a character in the play but the whole plot revolves around his apparent promiscuity and the chain reaction of deception and betrayal set off by it.
Director: Barry Heselden
Characters:
Guy: (The nice one), in whose new flat the play is set. He is the loveliest of people who is hiding a lifelong crush on John. Mid-30s.
John: (The handsome one), self-centred, the audience won't like him. He is also having an affair with Reg, the partner of his best friend. Mid-30s.
Daniel: (The fun one) - confident, a little flamboyant. Suspects his partner Reg is unfaithful but doesn't want to know. Mid-30s.
Eric: (He has a regional accent - playing age 18-25) A young man who works in the local pub and is befriended by Guy. When the play opens, he is painting Guy's conservatory. This is a beautiful part, we see him grow as a person and become a strong man with a beautiful heart.
Bernie: Older than the others (flexible on age) - irritating, but kind. The audience will like him but find him annoying. He has slept with Reg and is racked with guilt.
Bennie: Bernie's younger partner, the quiet sexy type. He has also slept with Reg, doesn't feel guilty but is worried when we discover Reg has died from AIDS.
Guy, John and Daniel met and have been friends since university. They are about the same age, approximately mid 30s.
The play is set in the 1980s and therefore all the characters will be clean-shaven, with the possible exception of Bernie and Bennie. Please come to the audition clean-shaven or with only stubble.
Adult Content
Nudity
The script states that John and Eric appear naked in the last scene. This will be up for discussion during rehearsals although they will appear semi clothed if not naked.
Kissing: There is a slightly prolonged kiss between John and Bennie. This is a plot point and a beautiful moment.
Seduction scene: During the final scene John and Eric are involved in a seduction scene which includes touching but no kissing.
Rehearsals will be on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7.45pm and Sundays from 4.30-8.00pm, beginning at the end of March.
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information, audition pieces, and to book an audition slot.
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Posted 10.02/2026
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Come From Away By Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Audition one: 21 Feb 2026 12:00 - 16:00
Audition two: 22 Feb 2026 10:00 - 12:30
PERFORMANCES: 1 - 11 Jul 2026
First Rehearsal: 26 Apr 2026
Come From Away is the award-winning Canadian musical based on the true story of what happened when 38 planes were ordered to land unexpectedly in Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, due to American air space being shut down.
When the small town's population of 9,000 almost doubled by 7,000 stranded, frightened passengers, the residents of Gander welcomed 'the plane people' or 'Come From Away'ers with warmth, kindness, food and shelter.
Different from the usual 'all singing all dancing' musical, it is an extremely ensemble piece for actors who sing and singers who can act, as each of the 12 performers plays many characters and rarely leaves the stage. It will require a true team spirit and commitment. It will take dedication, respect for each other and the rest of the team.
Director: LilyAnn Green
Characters:
BEULAH: A teacher at Gander Elementary who takes control of the situation to help the stranded passengers. She befriends Hannah and prays with her. Also plays DELORES, who sings My Heart Must Go On. Mezzo with no actual solo. 40+ playing age
BEVERLY: American Airline pilot. Also plays ANNETTE, a local, slightly man-crazy teacher at the Gander Academy and others. (This actor may flash her bra very briefly at one moment along with two others). Strong mezzo-soprano, has one very strong solo. 40+ playing age
BONNIE: A no-nonsense wife, mother and committed employee of the local SPCA. She fights for the welfare of the animals trapped on the planes when no one else will. It can be a fun role but the comedy must come from the truth. Mezzo with no actual solo. 30+ playing age
DIANE: A divorcee from Texas, who begins a friendship with Nick. Also plays CRYSTAL and others. Mezzo- soprano with strong mix up to D. Is part of one duet and one trio. 40+ playing age
HANNAH: A New York grandmother waiting for news about her firefighter son, comforted by Beulah. Also plays others. Alto with strong belt and mix up to E . (This actor may flash her bra very briefly at one moment along with two others) 40+ playing age
JANICE: An eager new local TV reporter, thrown into the deep end on her first day. Also plays Flight Attendant and others. Mezzo-soprano - no actual solo. (This actor may flash her bra very briefly at one moment along with two others) Early 20s playing age
BOB: A hardened big city dweller - Bob fears that someone's going to steal his wallet or shoot him. Also plays Muhumuza, Captain Bristol and others. This actor needs to have comedy experience. Ability to do an African accent is a bonus. Baritone. No actual solo. 20+ playing age
CLAUDE: The Mayor of Gander, Claude loves the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Also plays the Appleton Mayor and others. This actor must be comfortable with comedy and wearing a yamaka/kippah. Baritone. Only solos are spoken song. 40+ playing age
KEVIN J: Kevin T's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, originally from NYC, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Also plays ALI, and others. This actor should be comfortable with finding comedy in difficult situations and speaking with a Middle Eastern accent and wearing a 'kufi'. Baritone. 30-50 playing age
KEVIN T: Kevin is travelling with his boyfriend and secretary, also named Kevin. Also plays GARTH, the head of the local bus drivers union who are currently on strike, and others. Must be comfortable wearing a yamaka/kippah. Baritone/tenor up to G. 30+ playing age
NICK: An Englishman on a business trip. He has a slight heart issue, but life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Also plays DOUG, an air traffic controller married to Bonnie, and others. Baritone/tenor. 40+ playing age
OZ: The chief of a two-person Gander police force. Also plays customs officer, Mr Michaels the Spanish teacher, rabbi and others. Baritone/tenor up to G. 30+ playing age
The show is traditionally performed with 12 actors; 6 male and 6 female. This is how we currently expect to cast the roles but may also recruit a few background singers or split roles if necessary.
At the auditions, you will be expected to do the following:
Sing We will inform you closer to the audition which song from the show to be somewhat familiar with and you will sing a short section.
Speak We will send you a short scene etc to be familiar with, closer to the audition date.
Move We will teach you a basic movement routine and ask you to perform it as part of a group. Do not worry it is not 'dance' as you know and possibly fear it!
Note on accents
Please don't worry about the somewhat strange 'Newfie' accent. The director is a voice coach and Canadian! We just need to find out if we think you can learn it; you don't need to be all that close yet. There are also lots of other accents required as well.
Rehearsals will be at ad hoc times on Sundays and Monday evenings and any other evening and weekend times we can find a space until 26 April when we have an SLT room allotted to us. Then we will rehearse Wednesday and Friday evenings 7.45 to 10pm (ish) and Sunday evenings 4.45pm to 8pm (ish).
COMPLETE THIS FORM for further information and to book an audition slot.
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Posted 27/02/2026
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January 2026
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The Full Monty
Mon 5th, Thurs 8th & Mon 12th Jan 7:30pm
We need you!!
Auditions to cast The Full Monty will be held in the theatre lounge
This play requires a large cast with opportunities for ensemble roles. We are also wanting to cast the role of Horse authentically.
Want to know more?
Contact Donnamarie on 07825249644
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Posted 08/12/2025
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Last of the Summer Wine by Roy Clarke
OPEN READINGS: 6th, 8th and 13th January 2026 7:30pm
Performance: 16th, 17th, 18th April 2026
Directed by Jeanette Adams
CHARACTERS:
Clegg - playing age 60+ (as the TV series)
Foggy - playing age 60+ (as the TV series)
Compo - playing age 60+ (as the TV series)
Nora Batty - playing age 60+ (as the TV series)
Gifford Bewmont - 60+ - Sergeant major type character, thinks he's in charge!
Constance - Nora's niece, prim and proper.
Flash - needs to be same build as Foggy but younger. Quite a physical part. Needs to do their own stunts!
If you are interested or would like further info please email dtginfoworksop@gmail.com
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Posted 22/12/2025
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Bartholomew Players
www.bartholomewplayers.co.uk 
The Red Lion in Eynsham, Oxfordshire
A Murder Is Announced by Agatha Christie
7th & 14th January 7:30pm
**OPEN AUDITIONS**
Bartholomew Players are holding open auditions on 7th & 14th January at The Red Lion in Eynsham at 7.30pm.
Anyone interested in taking part - on stage or as part of the backstage crew - are welcome to come along.
For more details visit: www.bartholomewplayers.co.uk/a-murder-is-announced
Adapted for the stage by Leslie Darbon
An announcement in the local paper states the time and place of an imminent murder. When an unknown visitor to Miss Blacklock's Victorian home dies under the prescribed circumstances, Miss Marple turns up to solve the case.
Open auditions will take place on Wednesday 7th January and Wednesday 14th January in The Red Lion, Eynsham at 7.30pm.
CAST
Here is a breakdown of the key roles:
Miss Marple - The shrewd, elderly amateur sleuth
Letitia Blacklock - Owner of Little Paddocks, in her 50s/60s, reserved but opinionated
Dora "Bunny" Bunner - Letitia's befuddled, childhood friend and companion
Patrick Simmons - Letitia's handsome, jokester cousin
Julia Simmons - Patrick's sister, a beautiful but difficult young woman studying pharmacy
Mitzi - The dramatic, Eastern European cook/housekeeper
Phillipa Haymes - A classy, elegant war widow with a young son
Edmund Swettenham - A serious, writerly young man
Mrs. Swettenham - Edmund's doting mother
Inspector Craddock - The local police inspector
Rudi Scherz - A mysterious, seemingly foreign man
Sergeant Mellors - Craddock's assistant
For more information please contact bart.players@gmail.com
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Posted 01/01/2026
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Legally Blonde the Musical
Dance Workshop on 11th January
Auditions will be held on 18th January
Legally Blonde Remix (Live) · Caroline Keiff, Suzie McAdam, Sheridan Smith, The "Legally Blonde the Musical" Original London Cast' Company
Auditions will be held on 18th January, and applications are officially OPEN! Submit yours here: www.bmtproductions.co.uk/auditions
To help you shine, we're thrilled to announce a Dance Workshop on 11th January with our incredible choreographer, Beth Gibson-Green - perfect for anyone auditioning or thinking of doing so and not quite decided!
Hopefully we will see lots of you there!
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Posted 02/12/2025
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The Long Road by Shelagh Stephenson
READING: Sunday 11 January at 19:00
AUDITION DATE: Sunday 25 January at 19:00
PERFORMANCES:
Thursday 16 April at 7.30pm
Friday 17 April at 7.30pm
Saturday 18 April at 7.30pm
Sunday 19 April at 3.00pm
Upstairs at the Gatehouse, Highgate N6 4BD
THE PLAY
The Long Road centres on the aftermath of the murder of 18-year-old Danny, and the devastating impact of this apparently random act of violence on his mother, father and brother. As each family member wrestles with grief, guilt and forgiveness, they must decide whether to have contact with Danny's killer. Will this offer understanding and release - or deepen their despair?
Director: Gabi Maddocks
READING
We are holding an informal reading of the script on Sunday 11 January. The aim is for people to get to hear the script, ahead of the audition. Everyone will have chance to read, if they want to, although parts will be assigned randomly. This is not an audition - just a chance to read the script.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will be held on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sunday rehearsals will start at 3.30pm, rehearsals on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.30pm. Unless stated otherwise, all rehearsals will be held at the Free Church Hall (same venue as the audition).
SHOW WEEK
Before auditioning, please ensure you are available for the show dates and every evening of the production week (13th -19th April) as you will be needed for tech and dress rehearsals in the venue.
MEMBERSHIP
You do not have to be a member to audition, but if you get a part you will need to join.
Further information about membership can be found here.
CHARACTERS
Joe, 20
Mary, his mother, 52
John, her husband
Emma Price, 18
Elizabeth, thirties or fourties
To express an interest in the audition and to let us know you are coming along (and which roles you are interested in), please fill out this form.
Audition Registration Form
If you have any questions about this production please email the directors below
Email us
If you are interested in being involved in this production in a non-acting role, e.g. helping backstage or with our publicity, or in joining GST as an audience member to get free tickets to this and all our productions, please email us for more information at info@gardensuburbtheatre.org.uk
Standard GST policy is that we will cast all parts without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or body shape.
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Posted 11/01/2026
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Edinburgh Days
St Brides Theatre, Orwell terrace, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Days
Mon 12th, Tues 13th, Wed 14th January
Bob Tomson, the internationally acclaimed director of the musicals 'BLOOD BROTHERS', 'GHOST THE MUSICAL', 'EVITA', 'JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR', 'SCROOGE' and 'DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS' has partnered up with the ST BRIDE's CENTRE, Dalry to mount Brian Spence's Scottish Musical 'EDINBURGH DAYS' again at the Fringe Festival 2026.
Caroline Inglis (the director) and Brian (composer, musical director) are giving their talents for free to this project, and we are looking for like-minded and spirited members from our talented theatre community to come and hopefully join them. The production opens August 5th and runs till the 31st, with rest days on Mondays.
We're seeking an exceptional company of 26 performers for our 2026 Edinburgh Fringe run of Edinburgh Days.
About The Show: After a successful 2025 debut with multiple 4-star reviews, we're returning with higher ambitions - we're aiming for 5 stars. This means we need a cast that's committed to excellence, ready to rehearse rigorously, and passionate about creating something truly special.
What Makes This Different:
. Nightly performances throughout the festival - develop and refine your performance over weeks, not just 2-3 shows.
This is the kind of run that transforms your work
. 26-strong cast - be part of a full company creating big, bold musical theatre
. Proven material - you're not taking a punt on an untested show; audiences and critics have already responded enthusiastically. 4 star reviews from; "Big and boldly ambitious"(***** The Scotsman), "An excellent piece of theatre, combining history and emotion through a beautiful story of loss and love" (*****All Edinburgh Theatre. com); "Incredibly moving.vocally impressive and beautifully musically arranged" (*****A Youngish Perspective), "Powerful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and a rich Celtic style create a moving new musical to watch"( *****Edinburgh Review) " A Celtic rock Les Miserables.The concept and the music are fantastic" (Broadway World) "Everything you wish for in a musical, a top notch show" (International Times)
. "Wears it's love of the working people of Edinburgh proudly on it's sleeve..Brian Spence's sprawling score has plenty of high points"(The Stage)
. Venue St Brides - great venue comfortable raked seating 220 capacity, with bar and cafe
. Press and industry attention - returning shows with strong reviews attract more coverage and casting directors
. Character development - time to make bold choices, take risks, and truly inhabit your role night after night
Our 5-Star Ambition: We're not just remounting - we're elevating. Expect intensive rehearsals, detailed direction, and a creative team committed to getting every moment right. If you want to be part of something genuinely ambitious, this is it.
We're casting: LEADING CHARACTERS (rehearsing weekends from 11thJuly and then full time from July 18th to Aug 4th)
MacGregor - a chancer and rogue, ageing from 30 to 50, who craves after
Jean - originally from Skye, ageing from 25 to 45, resourceful, betrothed to
Robbie - a naval rating, later petty officer, ageing from 25 to 45, father to
David - a young gadabout, charmer, ageing from 18 to 30, who much fancies
Catriona - a feisty one, ageing from 18 to 30, under the thumb of her father
Dunoon - a bailiff and lay preacher, ageing from 30 to 50, disdainful of:
Mary - a harlot, Jean's only friend, and one-time lover of MacGregor, ageing 30-50.
ENSEMBLE COMPANY CHARACTERS There will also be casting opportunities for a whole host of colourful speaking/singer characters who populate this epic musical: a hard-headed tavern landlady, sassy mothers from the closes, sailors' sweethearts, teenage hairies, salty seamen, press-gangsters, a naval bosun, young bucks, old drunks, worshippers at the kirk, and all sorts in between. we are also looking for a 10 year old boy, 10 year old girl and 6 year old boy. (rehearsing from July 18thst to Aug 4th)
Once we are into the run of the show you will only be expected to turn up for pre-show warm ups for each show at 6.30pm.
TO EXPRESS AN INTEREST IN ATTENDING, AND TO BE SENT A FULL SYNOPSIS, MUSIC TRACKS AND SOME SCRIPT, SEND TWO OF YOUR PREFERRED AUDITION TIMES AND WHETHER IT'S FOR A LEAD, ENSEMBLE, OR ANOTHER TEAM ROLE TO:
info@edinburghdays.co.uk
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Posted 30/12/2025
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Brassed Off, directed by Kim Freeman
Auditions will be held on Monday 12 January
The play, written by Paul Allen and Mark Herman is a heart-warming story about community spirit and triumph in the face of adversity.
Brassed Off is equally funny and poignant and we are delighted that the show will feature live music played by local favourites, the Hook Norton Brass Band. This is a new adventure for Lynden Players- we have of course worked with some brilliant musicians over the past 50 years but never a real life brass band.
There are 7M and 5F characters plus a supporting chorus.
Full coaching will be given to the characters 'playing' band members.
Rehearsals begin 14 January and show dates are 7-9 May 2026.
Synopsis
1994. Yorkshire, England. Returning to her hometown up north, Gloria discovers a community in crisis. The local Pit is on the brink of closure, money is scarce and morale is at an all-time low. Only the Colliery Brass Band is keeping spirits up, sights set firmly on reaching the national brass band championships at the Royal Albert Hall, but as conversations turn to talk of picket lines and redundancy packages, the miners are falling out of tune. Flugelhorn-playing Gloria brings hope to the band and the town.
But is she all she seems? And how will the miners react when they find out who she works for?
The award-winning film with Pete Postlethwaite and Ewan McGregor tugged the heartstrings of the nation when it was released in 1996 and this version of the story is sure to do the same
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Posted 11/01/2026
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The Scarlet Pimpernel
Sunday January 25th 2026, 1pm
If you would like to be considered for a role, please attend the open auditions, arriving for 1pm start.
We guarantee to audition every person who wishes to audition. If you cannot make it on this date, we are open to audition people during the two weeks before the audition date, at a mutually agreed time/date.
All info here
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Posted 21/12/2025
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Return To The Forbidden Planet
Sunday 25th January
There's still time to get involved !
Come and meet the creative team behind MMT's next production : Return To The Forbidden Planet
Everyone welcome to step on board and take off on a journey of a lifetime.
Return to the Forbidden Planet is a rock 'n' roll musical blending Shakespeare's The Tempest, the 1956 sci-fi film Forbidden Planet, and 50s/60s hits.
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Posted 11/01/2026
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We Will Rock You
Auditions are Sunday 25th January from 2:30pm
Thanks to everyone who came along to our launch! We hope you're as excited as we are for this show! And we're excited to say that tickets are already on sale! We Will Rock You | The Point Theatre Eastleigh
If you couldn't make it, but would like to audition, or didn't complete a form please do complete our interest form so we have an indication of who will be there on the day, and what characters people are interested in: We Will Rock You Interest Form
Exact timings, further details about the show, along with show dates, audition and cast fee requirements, and what needs to be prepared for each character can be found in our launch presentation pack here: We Will Rock You Launch Presentation
All of the required audition material can be found in our Google Drive here: We Will Rock You Audition Material
Please make sure you are familiar with the material prior to the auditions. The material is split down into folders. The dance audition videos are also there. These will enable you to learn the routine prior to the day.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions, and we look forward to seeing you all on Sunday!
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A History of Falling Things
26th January 2026, 7.45pm, in the bar
Playing dates: 29th April -2nd April & 5th May - 9th May
AUDITION NOTICE
Do you fancy acting in this gentle, touching comedy?
Directed by Mandi Dunford
This heart-warming play centers around Robin and Jacqui, both confined to their homes owing to a phobia of satellites falling from the sky. They meet in a phobia chat room and become friends...can they become more if they can't leave? Robin is living with his mum, while Jacqui has moved back with her dad. Robin speaks to a counsellor and we meet a friendly courier.
The characters:
. Robin - A children's book writer who cannot leave the house due to his fear of things falling from the sky. Robin is prone to panic attacks and has given in to his fear.
. Jacqui - A former city worker who has moved back in with her dad and is working from home due to her fear of falling things though really does want to overcome her fear.
. Lesley - Robin's mother
. Reece - Jacqui's father
. Jimmy - A courier
. John - A therapist
There are no specific ages mentioned in the script but Jacqui and Robin are likely in their twenties. Reece and Lesley therefore need to be believable as parents. Jimmy and John can be any age.
Please email Mandi (chair@archwaytheatre.co.uk) if you would like to find our more about the play, or have a look at the script. At the audition we will be doing sections of the script which enable all characters to interact.
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Posted 03/01/2026
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