Casting Call: Workshop Theatre

An Evening at Fawlty Towers auditions

Workshop Theatre will be holding open auditions for the hilarious iconic BBC sitcom stage production of Fawlty Towers by John Cleese and Connie Booth on July 8, 9, and 10th at 7:00 at the Workshop Theatre rehearsal space:  Bay 10, 415 60th Ave SE, Calgary

We will be performing 3 different plays from the Fawlty Towers series :A Touch of Class, The Hotel Inspectors and Communication Problems.

We will be using the same actors to play the four main hotel characters, who appear in all three plays. Each play has many characters and we may cast people in multiple roles. 

Auditions July 8,9, and 10, 7:00 - 10:00 Please contact info@WORKSHOPTHEATRE.ORG to arrange a time Please be prepared to do a cold read of the script which we will provide.

Bring a headshot and/or resume if you have one as well.

Performances will run September 20 - 28, (Tuesdays - Sundays) (8 performances).

Rehearsals will begin right after the auditions and will mainly be weekday evenings from 7:00 – 10:00 PM and Sunday afternoon 1:30 - 5:00 PM.

Below is a list of characters that we will be looking for. Don’t worry about the age range so much, as long as you can play the part.

- Basil Fawlty (30 -55) tall, sarcastic, manic

- Sybil Fawlty (30-50) Self satisfied with south London accent

- Polly (20-35) confident

- Manuel (30-55) smallish stature with cod Spanish accent

- The Major (60+) retired, upper-class, vague, confused

- Miss Tibbs and Miss Gatsby (60+) elderly, genteel.

Other main characters are:

A Touch of Class

- Lord Melbury  (50 – 60)  upper class.

- Danny (25 – 45)  a detective  (cockney)

The Hotel Inspectors

- Mr Hutchinson  (45 – 60)  a fussy irritating know all. Possibly Lancashire accent.

- Mr Walt  (40 – 60) an unassuming man.

Communication Problems

- Mrs Richards (50 – 60) deaf, bossy, authoritative.

There are about 10 smaller speaking parts as well as 2 or 3 non speaking parts over the 3 plays.

Thanks, and if you have any questions or require further information, please let us know!

Workshop Theatre - entertaining Calgary for 40 years in 2009! www.workshoptheatre.org

Casting Call - Liffey Players

Liffey Players Drama Society: August: Osage County

The Liffey Players will be holding open auditions for the Calgary Premiere of "August: Osage County"

by Tracy Letts

Directed by Bill Torrie

Presented with the permission of Dramatists Play Service Inc.

August: Osage County will be presented in the Victor Mitchell Theatre from Nov. 8 - 16, 2013.

Auditions will be done in 10-minute increments by appointment only (please arrive 10 minutes early) Bring a headshot or current picture and resume to your audition.

Please prepare a short monologue - preferably dramatic - no more than 3 minutes in length.

You may also be asked to participate in a cold reading.

Rehearsals will be Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays starting September 3.

Wednesdays will be added in October as necessary.

Synopsis

When their patriarch disappears, the Weston clan gathers to deal with the crisis. Unfortunately, with the Westons, family time is a blood sport.

Leading this journey through a minefield of dark secrets, repressed truths and emotional savagery is the pill-popping mommy dearest, who stirs the toxic brew with perverse delight. Rich with insight and crackling humour,

August: Osage County has been hailed as the first great classic of the 21st century. Don't miss the 2008 Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning tragic comedy that has audiences riveted and critics raving.

Casting Information

Please note all ages are +/- 5 years except "Jean".

BEVERLY WESTON - (M) - 69 yrs

VIOLET WESTON - (F) - Bev's wife, 65 yrs

BARBARA FORDHAM - (F) - Bev & Violet's daughter, 46 yrs BILL FORDHAM - (M) - Barbara's husband, 49 yrs JEAN FORDHAM - (M) - Barbara & Bill's daughter, 14 yrs**

IVY WESTON - (F) - Bev & Violet's daughter, 44 yrs KAREN WESTON - (F) - Bev & Violet's daughter, 40 yrs

MATTIE FAY AIKEN - (F) - Violet's sister, 57 yrs CHARLIE AIKEN - (M) - Mattie Fae's husband, 60 yrs LITTLE CHARLES AIKEN - (M) - their son, 37 yrs

JOHNNA MONEVATA - (F) - housekeeper, 26 yrs STEVE HEIDEBRECHT - (M) - Karen's fiance, 50 yrs SHERIFF DEON GILBEAU - (M) - 47 yrs

**Although this character needs to be approximately 14 yrs old in appearance, due to the shows content, the actor MUST BE at least 18 yrs of age.

Character descriptions  and more information about the show can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/August:_Osage_County

Auditions

Saturday, June 22 from 12-7pm and

Sunday, June 23 from 10am-5pm

Callbacks will be Tuesday, June 25

To book an audition time please go to the Calgary ACTS audition service page at  http://www.calgary-acts.com/auditions/liffey.php

PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in auditioning but are unavailable this weekend please contact info@liffeyplayers.com

Auditions and rehearsals will take place at the Irish Cultural Society Centre located at 6452 - 35th Ave NW.

If you have any questions, please email info@liffeyplayers.com

PLEASE NOTE: The Liffey Players Drama Society is a non-profit, community theatre organization and as such, does NOT pay EQUITY members or any fees associated with their participation.

Casting Call - CIFF

IF YOU ARE REPRESENTED BY AND AGENT and you meet the casting criteria below:  check to see if your agent has already submitted you before submitting yourself!!!!

CALGARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL PSA CASTING CALL

This is a public service announcement (PSA) under the National Commercial Agreement (NCA). There is no ACTRA credit.

In lieu of payment, passes to the CIFF festival will be provided.

Please send you headshot and CV and we will contact you to book audition times.  Taped auditions will also be accepted. 

Send us your information by Friday June  21st, Noon, MST.  Audition times will be occurring over the weekend of the June 22nd.

Send info and questions to: freshdog@gmail.com

These are 3, 30-second commercials for the Calgary International Film Festival. They will all focus on the beginning impulse of film directors in a variety of comedic scenarios.  They will play before all of the films screened at the 2013 film festival and possibly be broadcast elsewhere. All cast and crew are volunteering their time but will be given a pass to the film festival in lieu of payment.

All roles are open to any ethnicity.  Improv skills will be seen as a strong asset.

Director: Michael Peterson

Producer: Michael Peterson, Michael Roik

Spot 1: Rest In Peace

ROBERT – The “Director” - Male Age 22 – 35

Cheery yet fussy, attentive and demanding; he knows what he wants and he wants it to be just a little better, more well thought out. He is putting up with people and their inability to meet his high-standards, but just barely. He has a positive outlook and knows his “cast” can do better.

MINISTER – Male Age 30 – 60

Calm, serious, and compassionate. A conservative and serious religious man. He is well groomed and can take control of a situation.

FUNERAL GOERS – Male and Female adults

15 – 20 Grieving relatives who are shocked and surprised when their dearly-beloved comes back to life to direct his own funeral. These are currently SOC but it’s possible a line or two of dialogue will open up.

Spot 2: Birth Baby

BABY – The “Director” - Male or Female 6 months or under

The baby is “born” and a voice-over will provide the “direction”.

MOTHER – Female Age 25 – 35

Loving, cooperative and intense. She undergoes an intense labor and gives birth to the baby. A new mother and baby team would be great for these roles.

BABY VOICE – Male Adult

Brutal, demanding and sharp. He knows exactly what he wants and tells everyone exactly what he thinks, sparing no emotion or explanative. He is exasperated and frustrated with the people around him.  Looking for character voices.

DOCTOR – Male or Female Age 30 or older

Supportive and confident. The doctor is stunned when the baby speaks.

NURSES – Male or Female adults

2-3 Birth attending nurses who are stunned when the baby speaks.

Spot 3 – What’s Cooking?

WOMAN 1 – The “Director” – Female Age 28 – 40

Clinical, exacting and detached. She is “directing” an intimate love-making scenario with prescriptive detachment. She is like a very competent scientist carrying out an experiment.  If we knew her profession it would be something like an accountant or bookkeeper.

MAN 1 – Male Age 30 – 40

Curious, attentive and trying to do his best to follow the “directors” instructions. Maybe a neighbour or someone from her office.

Man 2 – Male Age 30 - 40

Excited and curious. He’s along for the ride and trying to do his best to please the director.

Please prepare to read from the role in the script you are auditioning for.

Summer 2013 Schedule!

Company of Rogues is accepting registrations for upcoming Summer Classes!

SUMMER 2013 SCHEDULE

Performance Intensive FULL
July 8th – 21nd
Mon – Fri 6:30pm – 11:00pm
Sat 10:00am – 6:00pm
Performances on Sat, Sun, July 20th & 21st
Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
Description: The Rogues classic is back. A group of dedicated actors rehearse a play under professional conditions, then mount the show for three public performances in the final two days of the course. As demanding and challenging as it is rewarding, the Performance Intensive is designed for anyone seeking to gain experience both on stage and in the rehearsal process, regardless if this is their first publicly-performed play or their fiftieth. Early registration is essential in order to help facilitate the selection of a script that features roles which are suitable for the students in the course.

Meisner Intensive
August 12th – 16th
Mon – Fri 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Instructor: Stacie Harrison
Description: Whether you’re seeking an introduction to the Meisner Technique or a chance to brush up on your work, the Meisner Intensive will serve either of these purposes. Over the course of five consecutive evenings, students will participate in Meisner’s word repetition exercise and improv exercises, culling from the actor emotional authenticity by working truthfully off their partner, moment to unanticipated moment. A strong introduction for those thinking of taking the Meisner Technique class in the Fall and a great way to gain more experience for those who have already undertaken this training.

Essentials of Acting
July 23rd – August 8th
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Instructor: Aaron Coates
Description: Jumpstart your study of the craft!
Kick it into high gear with this rare opportunity to get a head start on your actor training with this summer introduction to 'The nuts and bolts of acting.' This class provides an introduction to acting techniques, drawn from the teachings of Stanislavski, Uta Hagen and Michael Shurtleff. Class work includes scene analysis, character development and playing for truth. Each actor is assigned a scene and a partner. Scenes will be developed with the instructor’s guidance over the course; however, rehearsal outside of class time is also required.

Teen Sketch Comedy Workshop
July 20st & 21st
Sat –Sun 10:00am -3:00pm (Ages 13-17)
Instructor: Meaghan Sholdice-Farhall
Description: A perfect opportunity for teens to learn more about sketch comedy. Creating and gaining valuable experience through the process of improvisation for playmaking. This exciting workshop helps teens develop their creative voice and play for truth with comedic material. The workshop will culminate with a performance for a friends and family filled audience.

Acting for Film and Television: Working From Within
July 27th & 28th
Sat – Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
Description: This workshop is an introduction to the film acting process and the concept of “working from within” – the foundation of authentic performance. The fundamentals of on-camera technique are introduced through scene work and an exploration of the audition process- actors will work on a variety of scenes (sides) under “audition conditions”.The instructor works individually with each actor, assisting them in crafting an authentic performance for the camera. The workshop culminates in a simulated audition, with the instructor taking on the role of casting director. The workshop also includes a discussion of the business of acting and the demands of the professional film audition.
This workshop is ideal for actors making the leap from theatre to film or for actors beginning their journey into the filmic medium.

Check out THE ANGER IN ERNEST AND ERNESTINE

THE ANGER IN ERNEST AND ERNESTINE

Written by Leah Cherniak, Robert Morgan and Martha Ross

June 20-29, 2013
8:00pm nightly (2:00pm matinee on June 29)
In the Joyce Doolittle Theatre

An outlandish comedy about two newlyweds moving in together for the first time. In the confines of a tiny basement suite, their perfect love turns into perfect hate as they discover the weirdness that lurks deep in their hearts. Trepan Theatre puts their playfully absurd spin on this classic Canadian comedy.

Directed by: Kevin McKendrick
Featuring: Cheryl Hutton and Aaron Coates

Set/Costume Design: Laura Lottes
Sound Design: Kristoffer Benoit
Lighting Design: Derek Paulich
Stage Manager: Kelsey Ledbury

TICKETS Click here to purchase tickets
Pay-What-You-Can Preview - June 20
$25 general admission
$20 student/senior/Equity

*Prices do not include ticketing fees