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2025 AUDITION INFORMATION
Audition Info
Sense & Sensibility
Audition Date - November 22
Director - Spencer Hohl
Synopsis
Sense & Sensibility was Jane Austen’s first published novel. It is the story of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, as they come of age. After the death of their father they are forced to leave their family estate and to move, with their mother and younger sister, to a cottage in rural Devonshire. The story charts their experiences in love, loss and a growing understanding of the world, themselves and each other, playing in particular on the internal conflicts between the qualities of sense and sensibility that each
sister displays.
Father of the Bride
Audition Date - January 17
Synopsis
Mr. Banks learns that one of the young men he has seen occasionally about the house is about to become his son-in-law. Daughter Kay announces the engagement out of nowhere. Mrs. Banks and her sons are happy, but Mr. Banks is in a dither. The groom-to-be, Buckley Dunstan, appears on the scene and Mr. Banks realizes that the engagement is serious. Buckley and Kay don’t want a “big” wedding — just a simple affair with a few friends! We soon learn, however, that the “few” friends’ idea is out. Then trouble really begins. The guest list grows larger each day, a caterer is called in, florists, furniture movers and dressmakers take over, and the Banks household is soon caught in turmoil — not to mention growing debt.
No Time for Sergeants
Audition Date - March 14
Synopsis
The original Broadway hit starring Andy Griffith and Don Knotts. This piece is our love letter to America and its 250th anniversary.
NO TIME FOR SERGEANTS’ central figure is a husky and good-natured hillbilly who finally gets into the Air Force despite his father’s propensity for tearing up his draft papers. His determination to be transferred to the infantry soon spells trouble among generals and sergeants, his fellow service men and, in particular, a military psychiatrist. Thus begins the desperate efforts of the Air Force to classify this highly unclassifiable mountain boy.
One of the funniest plays ever seen on Broadway, with a warm and affectionate quality that is rare in comedies.
“Take a simple and lovable innocent, guileless, gullible and without malice, and place him in juxtaposition to the pompous earnestness of military discipline and bureaucracy, and you have the springboard for mockery that can be both devastating and heartwarming…its gift for uproarious lampooning is matched only by its genial good nature.” —New York Post.
Cyrano de Bergerac
Audition Date - May 23
Synopsis
he celebrated French play that centers on the complex love story involving three key characters: Cyrano, Christian, and Roxane. Set in 17th-century France, the narrative unfolds in a theater, where the talented and courageous Cyrano, known for his exceptional swordsmanship and sharp wit, is secretly in love with the beautiful Roxane. Cyrano's large nose, makes him believe he is unworthy of her affection. Roxane has fallen for Christian, a handsome but inarticulate soldier. Desiring to woo her, Christian enlists Cyrano's help to express his feelings through eloquent letters and romantic speeches. Cyrano, despite his heartache, assists Christian out of love for Roxane, allowing their relationship to blossom while concealing his own emotions. "Cyrano de Bergerac" is a timeless exploration of unrequited love and the struggle for self-acceptance.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Audition Date - June 27
Synopsis
Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird made popluar by the Gregory Peck film opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression, where Scout and her brother, Jem, live with their widowed father, Atticus Finch. Reminiscent of a bygone era, the play immerses us in a simpler time as the children play outside in the summer, act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley. The facade of the seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction, local lawyer Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community. Timeless and lingering, this hard-hitting work explores prejudice, compassion and the courage to do what is right.
A Christmas Carol
Audition Date - September (Date coming soon)
Synopsis
We invite you on a transformative journey of redemption, compassion, and the true meaning of Christmas. Through its powerful storytelling, memorable characters, and timeless themes, the play continues to resonate with audiences of all ages, spreading warmth and joy during the holiday season and reminding us of the importance of generosity, kindness, and the spirit of goodwill towards all.
How do I Prepare for an Audition?
Every audition is different, saying that, for a musical, it is normal to prepare 16 bars of song. For a play, preparing a 30-second -
a one-minute monologue is normal.
Let us know if you have any questions and good luck!
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