The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Adapted by Kathryn Schultz from the classic short story by Washington Irving
Directed by Allen Schmeltz

When: Sunday, August 20, 2023
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom
What to Bring: The audition will consist of cold readings from the script. Please bring a headshot and resume if you have them. This is a non-musical.

Rehearsals: September 11 – October 5, Monday through Thursday evenings with the possibility of a few weekend rehearsals. There can be no conflicts for tech week (October 1-5) or any of the show dates. Minimal rehearsal conflicts can usually be worked out.
Shows: October 7-October 29, Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm.

Synopsis: This is the spooky classic story by Washington Irving, presented with all the thrills, chills and laughs that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The storybook tale revolves around the main characters—the bumbling, awkward schoolteacher Ichabod, the coquettish Katrina and Ichabod’s brutish rival, Brom Bones. As much fun as the play presents, it saves the best for last—the ride of the headless horseman! The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is exciting family entertainment.

Characters:
ICHABOD CRANE: Precast

KATRINA (Female in her 20s): Coy, young charmer, the subject of Ichabod’s and Brom’s adoring affection.

BROM BONES (Male in his 20s-30s): Ichabod’s roaring, roistering rival.

Chorus (a minimum of 6, mid to late teens through young adults): The chorus never leaves the stage and keeps the play running as well as playing all the other characters (animals, ghosts etc.) in the play.

Monty Python’s Spamalot
Book and Lyrics by Eric Idle
Music by John Du Prez and Eric Idle
Director, Musical Director, Choreographer: Connie Mockenhaupt

When: Sunday May 21 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom 95630

All roles are open for teens and adults both male and female. No roles are precast. The audition will consist of a prepared song and cold readings from the script plus some dancing. Dress appropriately for movement if you are auditioning for a dancing role.

What to bring: A head shot and resume if you have them plus a prepared short song with backing tracks on your phone. There will not be an accompanist available.

The show runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 4:30pm from July 8 through August 13, 2023.

Rehearsals are currently scheduled from Monday through Thursday in the evenings, May 30 through July 7. There is no rehearsal currently scheduled on July 3 & 4. There can be no conflicts for tech week (July 5, 6 & 7) or the performances. We can usually work around rehearsal conflicts if they are minor.

Synopsis: Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python’s Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. Did we mention a bevy of beautiful showgirls? The outrageous, uproarious, and gloriously entertaining story of King Arthur and the Lady of the Lake will delight audiences as they search for the Holy Grail and “always look on the bright side of life.”

For further information call the theatre at 916-353-1001.

audition notice..

Director: Sam Williams
Music Director: David Williams
Choreographer: Sarah Williams

When: Sunday April 22 at 10:00 AM
Where: Sutter Street Theatre, 717 Sutter Street, Folsom 95630

The audition will consist of a prepared song and cold readings from the script plus some
dancing. Dress appropriately for movement if you are auditioning for a dancing role.

What to bring: A head shot and resume if you have them plus a prepared short song
with sheet music. There will be an accompanist available, so sheet music is preferred.
If that is not possible backing tracks on your phone are acceptable.

We are looking for 6 male actors to fill the following roles:
Ernst
Max
Bobby
Victor
Hans
Herbert

The show runs May 26-June 25
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4:30pm

Rehearsals are April 15-May 25, Monday-Thursday evenings. There can be no conflicts for tech week or performances. We can usually work around rehearsal conflicts if they’re minor.
For further information call the Director at 916-600-2096

Book by Joe Masteroff, Music by John Kander
Director: Sam Williams
Musical Director: David Williams
Choreographer: Sarah Williams

When: Sunday April 2 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom 95630

The audition will consist of a prepared song and cold readings from the script plus some
dancing. Dress appropriately for movement if you are auditioning for a dancing role.

What to bring: A head shot and resume if you have them plus a prepared short song
with sheet music. There will be an accompanist available, so sheet music is preferred.
If that is not possible backing tracks on your phone are acceptable.

The role of the emcee is precast. All other roles are open.

The show runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 4:30pm from May
26 through June 25.

Rehearsals are Monday through Thursday in the evenings, April 10 through May 25.
There can be no conflicts for tech week (May 22 – May 25) or the performances. We
can usually work around rehearsal conflicts if they are minor.

For further information call the theatre at 916-353-1001.

Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer
Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Directed by Brayden Plumb
Vocal Direction by Hannah Hurst

Audition Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 10am
Callback Date: Monday, April 24, 2023 at 7pm
Location: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

* AGES 16 AND OLDER TO AUDITION *

This show is typically done with kids, but is written to be played by adults or young adults for comedic effect. For that reason, we will only be casting actors ages 16 and older. This show will be cast around the ages of those who audition, so make sure to let your fellow actor friends in your age range know about the auditions!

Rehearsal Schedule: https://tinyurl.com/charlie-brown-schedule

Tech Week: May 29th to June 1st

Show Dates: June 3rd to 25th, Saturdays & Sundays at 1pm

Due to the very short rehearsal process, conflicts will be very hard to work around. Try to have as few as possible. The Saturday rehearsals, tech week, and show dates are all REQUIRED.

What to Bring:

• Resume & Headshot
• All Schedule Conflicts (if any)
• A 32 bar music track of a Broadway Musical song of similar style. (Less than 1 minute of music though please)

Music Note: This show will be performed with tracks, and not a live band. For this reason auditions will NOT have a live accompanist. Bring a track on your phone and make sure it can plug into an aux headphone port.

Any additional concerns or questions can be sent to the director Brayden at braydenplumb@gmail.com.

SUMMARY

With charm, wit, and heart, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. This revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, Musical numbers include “My Blanket and Me,” “The Kite,” “The Baseball Game,” “Little Known Facts,” “Suppertime,” and “Happiness.” Guaranteed to please audiences of all ages!

CHARACTERS

CHARLIE BROWN – Baritone – A lovable loser, a child possessed of endless determination and hope, but who is ultimately dominated by his insecurities and a “permanent case of bad luck”. He is often taken advantage of by his peers. Looking for a strong Baritone voice and character actor who can drive the show.

LUCY VAN PELT – Mezzo-Soprano – A crabby, bossy, selfish girl! She is especially mean to Charlie Brown and her “stupid” little brother Linus. Lucy is in love with Schroeder who has NO interest in her whatsoever. Lucy is loud, obnoxious and has a very strong personality. We would rather see the obnoxious aspect of Lucy in the physicality than the vocals in your audition for this role.

LINUS VAN PELT – Baritone – He is Lucy’s younger brother. Linus always means well and tries to smooth over any storms that arise amongst the gang. A source of frustration for him is Lucy, who always belittles him, particularly over his “stupid blanket” which is always at his side. He is one of Charlie Brown’s best friends. Strong actor that can play Linus more serious down to earth side, which gives him his comedic side. Tap experience is a plus!

SCHROEDER – Tenor – He has a precocious skill at playing the piano, as well as by his love of classical music and the composer Ludwig van Beethoven. Lucy is infatuated with Schroeder but since Beethoven is a lifelong bachelor, Schroeder feels that he must emulate every aspect of his idol’s life. A strong tenor and character actor that can show his more composed side, as well as his obsessive side.

SNOOPY – Tenor – He is Charlie Brown’s pet beagle, and is owned and cared for by Charlie Brown although at times it is not clear who is in charge. Snoopy is blessed with a rich fantasy life. A strong physical and comedic actor that can really sell Snoopy’s imagination, and show how ravenous of a dog he can be.

SALLY BROWN – Soprano – Charlie Brown’s younger sister. Sally has a “take it easy” approach to life, preferring to slide by while doing as little work as possible.  She is hopelessly in love with Linus. Sally has philosophies on life although they are not the most well thought out philosophies. A strong comedic actor who can show Sally’s more innocent younger side but also her cynical views on life.

Book, Music and Lyrics by Carol Weiss
Directed by Allen Schmeltz

When: Sunday, March 5 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom 95630

This is a musical. Musical director to be determined. 

The audition will consist of a prepared song and cold readings from the script.

What to bring: head shot and resume if you have them plus a prepared short song with
a CD accompaniment or backing tracks on your phone There will not be an
accompanist.

All roles are open with none precast.

The show runs on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00pm from April 22 to May 21.

Rehearsals are usually Monday through Thursday in the evenings, March 20 through
April 20. Some weekend rehearsals may also be scheduled if needed. There can be no
conflicts for tech week (April 16-20) or the performances. We can usually work around
rehearsal conflicts if they are minor.

Cast Descriptions
 
Witch Wicked – (female – older teen to adult) a Southern witch, who loves her Special
Powers, a bit forgetful.

The Queen – (female – older teen to adult) cold, evil and beautiful, a spoiled brat.

Mirror – (male or female, child to teen) has major attitude, but is also wise.

Snow White – (female, older teen or young adult) Sweet but with backbone.
 
Sir Pompous – (male, older teen to adult) The Queen’s Minister. Good-hearted, but a nervous nellie. Perhaps a bit vain. Afraid of the Queen.

The Prince – (male, older teen to young adult) a clever and brave typical fairy tale
prince.

Lady Penelope – (female, older teen to adult) a lady-in-waiting. Suspicious about everything.

Lady Lucinda – (female, older teen to adult) a lady-in-waiting. Very vain.

Lady Mathilda – (female, older teen to adult) a lady-in-waiting. Nice, not too bright.

Sir Clumsy – (male, older teen to adult) as his name implies.

Sir Silly – (male, older teen to adult) he and Clumsy are sort of the two stooges.

The Dwarfs: (the dwarfs can be male or female, children to teens and we may even
consider adults)

Picker and Packer – the twins, more muscle than brains
Cutter – always nervous
Grinder – probably chubby because he loves to eat
Woeful – always sad and crying
Mouse – he’s mute and mimes
Keeper – gruff, the leader of the dwarfs

Adapted by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Connie Mockenhaupt

When: Sunday, January 22 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

REHEARSALS: January 30 – March 2 on Mondays through Thursdays at 7:00pm.
PERFORMANCES: March 3 – April 2 on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 4:30pm

WHAT TO BRING: A resume and head shot if you have them. Auditions will be cold readings
from the script.

SYNOPSIS: Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious
train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer.
An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from
the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule
Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.

Character Descriptions:

Hercule Poirot: Male, 55-65
A famous Belgian detective; a "Big" personality; authoritative, witty, charismatic and slightly
pompous; driven to find the answers, good or bad, with a strong moral sense; very aware of his
ability and his well deserved reputation.

Monsieur Bouc: Male, 30s-60s
A Belgian man of good humor; playful, proud, generous; a predilection for grandeur; a
whirlwind of energy; must be an excellent comedian.

Mary Debenham: Female, 30s-40s
An English beauty; a governess, capable yet romantic; a sadness around her eyes and a
hardness about her person.

Hector MacQueen: Male, 30s-40s
Tightly wound, edgy and nervous; he seems to always be on the verge of falling apart or coming
unwound.

Michel the Conductor/Marcel: Male, 30s-60s
One actor will play two roles: Michel: a good-looking Frenchman, about 40, a quiet, almost
grave sense of humor; unfailingly polite; Marcel: a Turkish waiter, snooty, smooth; must have
great comic timing.

Princess Dragomiroff: Female, Older
A Russian dowager; very formal, a sweeping, impressive presence; imperial, impatient.

Greta Ohlsson: Female, 20s-60s
Inherently odd, and very devout Swedish woman; a frightened, sheeplike quality; must be an
excellent comedienne with a Swedish accent.

Countess Andrenyi: Female, 20s-40s
Brilliantly beautiful, like something out of a fairytale; impeccably put together, with a warmth
that wins over everyone she meets; her delicacy belies a steely edge; she is no wilting flower;
Hungarian accent.

Helen Hubbard: Female, 40s-60s
An outspoken and flamboyant American from the Midwest; jovial, obnoxious, domineering,
deliciously nosy and brash; unapologetic; must be an excellent comedienne.

Samuel Ratchett: Male, 30s-60s
Middle-aged American businessman, evil at heart and frightening, brusque, unforgiving, stern
demeanor; pushy, domineering.

Colonel Arbuthnot: Male 30s-60s
Scotsman, also middle aged, handsome, very matter of fact, occasionally tender; must have
great comic timing.

Written by Kathryn Schultz Miller
Directed by Mike Jimena

When: Wednesday, December 28 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Casting for two actors ages 13 through adult to play multiple roles; Tweedledum and Tweedledee, Cheshire Cat, Caterpillar plus a puppeteer for some characters.

REHEARSAL: Wednesdays, January 4, 11 & 18 at 4:00pm and Tech Week, January 23-26 at 6:00pm.
PERFORMANCES: January 28 – February 26 on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00pm

WHAT TO BRING: A resume and head shot if you have them. Auditions will be cold readings from the script.

SYNOPSIS: Welcome to Wonderland where everything is curiouser and curiouser! Follow Alice down the rabbit hole in this exciting adventure full of strange and fantastic characters. As Alice makes her way through the Tulgey Wood, she quickly meets characters such as the White Rabbit and Queen of Hearts. So don’t be late! Come join Alice and her friends for a short, fun-filled, journey through Wonderland.

By Jeff Daniels
Directed by Connie Mockenhaupt

When: Monday, December 19 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Casting for two roles, Reuben & Remnar who are brothers, deer hunters with a woodsy look to
them. Should look 30 to 50 years old. This is a fast-paced comedy and the ability to do physical
comedy is a plus.

Rehersals: December 27 – January 19 on Mondays through Thursdays in the evenings
Performances: January 21 – February 19 on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at
4:30pm

What to bring: A resume and head shot if you have them. Auditions will be cold readings
from the script

Synopsis: When the Soady clan reunites for the opening day of deer season at the
family’s Upper Peninsula camp, thirty-five-year-old Reuben Soady brings with him the
infamous reputation of being the oldest Soady in the history of the Soadys never to bag
a buck. In a hunting story to beat all hunting stories, Escanaba in da Moonlight spins a
hilarious tale of humor, horror and heart as Reuben goes to any and all lengths to
remove himself from the wrong end of the family record book.

Written and Directed by Mike Jimena & Connie Mockenhaupt

When: Auditions – Sunday, October 9 at 4:00 pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre – Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom, CA 95630

All ages may audition.

REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will start on Nov. 1 and are usually weekday evenings. Not everyone is called for every rehearsal.

PERFORMANCE DATES: December 3 through December 23 with performances on Friday, Saturday at 8:00pm and Sunday at 4:30pm plus weekday performances on December 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 7:00pm.  You MUST be available for all performance dates.

WHAT TO BRING: Please bring a resume and head shot if you have them. Also prepare a short song that shows your talents. We will not have an accompanist so please bring backing tracks on your phone or a CD.

COVID Policy: You must have had your Covid shots in order to audition.

SYNOPSIS: Holiday in the Hills is our annual holiday show highlighting Folsom in the late 1800s It is very popular and usually sells out most performances. It is a lot of fun for both the actors and audiences alike.

Directed by Allen Schmeltz

When: Sunday, October 23 at 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Synopsis: When the Master Toymaker sprinkles a touch of Magic Doll Dust on the wonderful dolls he has made, they come to life in a surprising way. They realize how unusual they are when they find they can walk, talk and breathe. The Master Toymaker realizes it too and decides he does not want to sell them. They are too wonderful to be “mussed, crushed and handled” by loving children. The dolls, however, take the opposite view. Dolls are meant to be loved, and these dolls don’t want to miss anything. With the aid of an unusual customer who visits the toy shop, and additional aid from the audience, the dolls achieve their desire to be given to children at Christmas. A happy holiday musical which involves everyone.

The Magic Toyshop runs the following dates:

Dec. 17 & 18 at 1:00pm

Dec. 16, 20,  21, 22, 23, 27, 28 & 29 at 4:00pm

Rehearsals start November 14 with tech week the week of December 5. Rehearsals are Monday through Thursday evenings although due to the short rehearsal period there may be some weekend rehearsals. Thanksgiving week will only have rehearsals on Monday & Tuesday.

Note: The publisher lists the show as a musical, but the music is simple and minimal so there will be no vocal audition.

What to bring: A headshot and resume if you have them.

The Characters

Toy Maker – Age 20 to 100+

Old Woman – Age 50 to 100+

Santa Clause – Older adult (Santa Clause look a plus)

The following dolls can be from 10 years through teen – The captain and Louie are males and the rest females although it is possible to cast females in the male roles and visa versa.

Captain a soldier doll

Corky a clown doll

Tina a ballerina doll (some dance experience is helpful)

Sunny a Raggedy Ann Doll

Gigi a French doll

Louie a French doll

By Neil Simon
Directed by Paul Bott

When: Aug. 21, 7:00pm
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Rehearsal Dates: September 26 – November 3, Monday through Thursday evenings
Performance Dates: November 4 through November 27, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 4:30pm

What to Bring: A headshot and resume if you have them.
The audition will consist of cold readings from the script.

Synopsis: Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.

Characters Needed:

Willie Clark The role of Willie Clark is pre- cast.

Ben Silverman: age 30-40 Willys nephew and agent, Ben cares very much for his uncle and really looks up to him, he tries to find work for Willy, but his age and personality make this a very difficult task. Ben is a practical hard-working family man and did not inherit any of his uncle’s sense of comedy.

Al Lewis: The role of Al Lewis is pre-cast.

Patient: age 30-50 an actor playing the role of a patient for the TV broadcast; overacting a bit, he often comes across as a hypochondriac.

Eddie: age 21-30 a young Production assistant, everything rolls down onto Eddie shoulders and he is carrying a great weight trying to get this production ready for broadcast

Burlesque Nurse: age 21-30 another character for the TV show; this character’s purpose is to be the object of lewd sexual jokes; she should be blonde and curvy.

Registered Nurse: age 35-60 seasoned “veteran” of home health care, a little tired, a little cranky, a little bossy and VERY funny.

Directed by Mike Jimena

When:  Aug. 7, 7:00pm
Where:  Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Rehearsal Dates:  August 29 – September 29, Monday through Thursday evenings
Performance Dates:  September 30 through October 31, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 7:00pm plus Monday, October 31 at 7:00pm and Thursday, October 13, 20, and 27th.

What to Bring:  A headshot and resume if you have them.  Prepare a short song excerpt and bring backing tracks on a CD or your phone.  There will be no accompanist available.

The audition will consist of a song plus cold readings from the script.

Synopsis:  Evil Dead The Musical takes all the elements of the cult classic films, The Evil Dead, Evil Dead 2, and Army of Darkness and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time.  Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s all up to Ash (a housewares employee, turned demon-killing hero), and his trusty chainsaw to save the day. Blood flies. Limbs are dismembered. Demons tell bad jokes… and all to music.  You don’t need to be a fan of Evil Dead to love this show. You don’t need to be a fan of horror to love this show. You don’t even need to be a fan of musicals to love this show. As long as you like having fun… this show is for you.  Plus, it’s the only show with a “Splatter Zone” – a section of the audience that gets covered in fake blood.  And with this combination of blood, jokes, cheesy effects, and really awesome musical numbers, Evil Dead The Musical is unlike any live show you’ve ever seen.  JOIN US!!!!!

Characters Needed:

Shelly:  Female preferably 21 or older but will consider 18-21.  Sings and dances and comic timing critical.  The role includes sexual innuendos.

Ed:  18 or older.  Sings and dances and requires comic timing.

Chorus:  Trees and Deadites will also play the role of professor Knoby, Moose, etc.  Male or female and dances and sings.  Prefer over 18 but will consider under 18 with written parental consent.

The following roles have been precast:

Ash

Linda

Scotty

Annie

Cheryl

Jake

Any questions call (916) 275-5958.

Written by Joseph Robinette
Directed by Mike Jimena

Audition Date & Time: Sunday, July 24 at 7:00 PM
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa St., Folsom

Performance Dates & Times: September 3 – September 251 on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00pm.
Rehearsals: 7:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesdays – Thursdays beginning August 1 plus Sunday afternoon or evening depending on availability of the cast.

The play takes place in the Tulgey Wood and is a wonderful mix up of two classic stories. This is a non-musical, although dance and movement will be part of the production.

Please bring a headshot and resume if you have them.

Characters:

Dorothy – Female age – teen

Alice – Female age – teen

Judson – Male or Female age 10 – 13

The Mad Hatter – Male age teen – adult

Scarecrow – Male/Female age teen – adult

White Rabbit – Precast

The Tin Man – Male/Female age teen – adult

The Dormouse – Male or Female age 10 – teen must be small in stature

The Cowardly Lion – Male or Female age teen – adult

The Wicked Witch – Precast

The Red Queen – Precast

Ensemble:  includes Flying Monkeys, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, Cheshire Cat, Playing Card,
Munchkins – All ages Male/Female

And Then There Were None

By Agatha Christie

Directed by Michael Coleman

When:  Sunday, July 3, 2022, at 7:00pm

Location:  Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom

Rehearsals:  July 11 – August 25 – Mondays through Thursdays 7:15pm to 10:15pm

Performances:  August 25 – September 25 – Saturdays & Sundays at 8:00pm, Sundays at 4:30pm

What to Bring

• Resume & Head Shot if you have them
• List of any conflicts
• Proof of COVID vaccination
• We recommend wearing masks when not auditioning

Play Summary

Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island. All that the guests have in common is a wicked past they’re unwilling to reveal and a secret that will seal their fate. For each has been marked for murder. As the weather turns and the group is cut off from the mainland, the bloodbath begins and one by one they are brutally murdered in accordance with the lines of a sinister nursery rhyme.

In writing the stage version of her most successful and darkest novels during the Second World War, Agatha Christie responded to the mood of the times by introducing a more positive ending. This production will be using the alternate version of the play’s ending (the “1939 ending”), drawn from the novel and using entirely Agatha Christie’s own words.

CHARACTERS

Vera Claythorne (Female presenting, mid 20’s) – A good-looking girl in her twenties. She is strong but occasionally succumbs to her nerves and is particularly affected by the poem about the “Ten Little Soldiers.” She is accused of causing the death of a boy she cared for as a nanny.

Philip Lombard (Male presenting, late 20’s to late 30’s) – A mysterious, confident, adventurer, Lombard is bolder and wittier than most of the other characters. He has a strong connection with Vera, as well, which harms and helps him at the end. He abandoned 21 men in the jungle to save his own life.

Blore (Male presenting, 45+) – A former police inspector, he comes to the island undercover but is quickly discovered, which harms his supposed innocence in the eyes of the others. He makes mistakes throughout the play and believes guilt of the wrong people. He gave misleading testimony in court causing an innocent man to die in prison.

Wargrave (Male presenting, 65+) – An acting leader of the group, he does what he can to organize a plan of attack and get as much info about the circumstances as he can. He has suspicions about who the murderer may be but refrains from revealing them when he can. He takes charge but struggles with his own dark past and tendencies. He gave a death penalty to a defendant who a trial jury believed to be innocent.

Dr. Armstrong (Male or Female presenting, late 40’s to late 50’s) – A target for suspicion right off the bat because of his extensive medical knowledge. He is a recovering alcoholic and somewhat timid. Although professionally successful, the doctor can be incredibly gullible. He operated on a patient while intoxicated, causing her death.

Emily Brent (Female presenting, 60+) – One of the few characters that feels no guilt about the crimes that she was accused of. She is unapologetically religious and believes the others will have to face judgment for their sins. She turned out a serving girl after finding out she was pregnant out of wedlock, and the girl committed suicide.

Rogers (Male presenting, late 30’s to early 50’s) – As the butler, Rogers serves the rest of the group and even continues his duties as long as he can. He is very concerned about his wife revealing information about their crime.

Mrs. Rogers (Female presenting, late 30’s to early 50’s) – Rogers’ wife. Ethel is a frightened woman, in much distress. She and her husband are accused of allowing a woman in their care to die unaided.

General MacKenzie (Male presenting, 65+) – An older guest, MacKenzie is one of the first guests that doesn’t become distraught when the deaths are out in the open. He gives in and resigns himself to death early on and speaks of joining his dead wife, who’s lover was died while under his command in WWI.

Anthony Marston (Male presenting, early to mid 20’s) – A rich and spoiled young man. Marston likes to drive recklessly and seems to lack a conscience. He killed two small children in a car accident caused by his speeding, but shows no remorse.

Fred Naracott (Male or female presenting, any age) – Island caretaker, brings food the the island, and transports the guests to and from the mainland.

PLUS:  Looking at casting up to 5 other actors who, along with the actor playing Naracott, will represent the dead victims. These roles may not have lines.

Date: Sunday, May 22nd 7pm

Rehearsals: TBD starting early June
Monday-Thursday evenings, possible Saturdays for dance

Performances: July 22-August 21
Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm
Sundays at 4:30pm

WHAT TO BRING

Resume, Headshot, Conflicts

Song: 16-32 bars of a song that demonstrates your abilities. Bring an accompaniment on a phone/CD or sheet music for the accompanist. No acapella auditions please.

Dance: Dress to move and bring dance shoes if you have them. Both a beginner and advanced dance combination will be taught.

Be prepared to demonstrate any special tricks or acrobats!

Pippin Cast of Characters

LEADING PLAYER The ultimate ‘ring leader.’ Masterfully charming and manipulative, the Leading Player is a chameleon of sorts. Guides Pippin through his own story and tries to intervene at the end. Excellent mover. Obsessed with putting on a great show for the audience. 

Gender: Male or Female 

Eligible Age: 16+ 

Vocal Range: Db3 – Ab4 

Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement. Experience not necessarily required, but dance audition required for this role.

PIPPIN This role has been precast.

CHARLEMAGNE Pippin’s demanding father. As the King of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne is more comfortable wielding a sword than breaking bread. He wears his years with great pride. 

Gender: Male 

Eligible Age: 35-65 yrs old 

Vocal Range: G2 – E4 

Dance: Not required 

FASTRADA Pippin’s conniving stepmother, she is both beautiful and smart. Devious, crafty, cunning, untrustworthy. Dedicated to gaining the throne for her darling son, Lewis. 

Gender: Female 

Eligible Age: 30-55 yrs old 

Vocal Range: A3 – F5 

Dance: Required 

LEWIS Charlemagne and Fastrada’s son. Strong and not bright. Pippin’s halfbrother and after Pippin, heir to the throne. Addicted to the physical, Lewis loves weight lifting, Lewis loves wrestling, but most of all, Lewis loves Lewis. Requires good physicality. 

Gender: Male 

Eligible Age: 17-27 yrs old 

Dance: Some dance required

BERTHE Pippin’s saucy grandmother. A brassy woman full of wisdom, grace, and sass. She tries to help Pippin and encourages him to live his life to the fullest. 

Gender: Female 

Eligible Age: 35- 70 yrs old

Vocal Range: E3 – C5 

Dance: Not required (but is a plus!) 

CATHERINE A widow and mother. She is a beautiful and a hopeless romantic, who possesses graceful elegance. Encounters Pippin at his lowest point and eventually falls in love with him. 

Gender: Female 

Eligible Age: 18-36 yrs old 

Vocal Range: F#3 – Db5 

Dance: Required 

THEO Catherine’s son. 

Male or Female, 7-14 yrs old. 

Vocal audition required

ENSEMBLE  – DANCE+VOCAL Heavily featured throughout. Ensemble “Players” play many other roles; they represent the influences and voices in Pippin’s head. For some ensemble this includes substantial and difficult choreography. 

Gender: Male or Female 

Eligible Age: 13+ 

Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement. Dance audition required for this role. 

Vocal: Required

Sutter Street Theatre
Audition for Peter and the Starcatcher

Director: Michael Coleman
Where: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom
When: Sunday, April 10 at 7:00pm
What to Bring: A headshot or photo and a resume if you have them

The play runs from June 3 through July 10 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 4:30pm.
Rehearsals begin May 2 and are Mondays through Thursdays at 7:00pm.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
Please be prepared to tell a fairy tale bedtime story in under two minutes, if asked.
All ages will be considered.

Synopsis:
Set in 1885 England, this thrilling coming-of-age adventure follows the journey of a young,
nameless orphan who grows from a friendless boy to a hero to the Boy Who Would Not Grow
up. With the help of a ambitious young girl who is assisting her father with a dangerous
mission and a couple of fellow ragamuffin orphans, he earns his name, fights off a gang of
thieving pirates and learns about love and friendship as well as greed and despair.
Presented using an ensemble of 12 performers, Peter and The Starcatcher is a vibrant,
ingenious play that comes to life using imagination and storytelling, as well as music, poetry,
pop-culture nods, and fart jokes.

Characters:
I am looking for an ensemble of performers who work well as a group. All characters play
narrator storytellers and must be comfortable with some audience interaction.
The info in parenthesis indicates first the gender of the character and secondly the preferred gender of the actor.

Boy/Peter – THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PRECAST

Molly Aster (F character, F only) – A true leader at a time when girls are mostly followers.
Curious, intelligent, and willing to risk everything for the sake of what is right at the ripe old
age of thirteen, she will be a great woman as an adult.

Black Stache (M character, Any Gender) – Famous for his fabulous face foliage, he terrorizes
the seven seas in search of a hero worthy of his villainy. As flamboyant as he is heartless, as charming as he is ruthless, he is poetical, theatrical, and given to a ferocity that no good can ever spring.

Lord Aster (M character, M preferred) – The very model of a Victorian English Gentleman. Loyal, proper, devoted, and faithful. As a Starcatcher, he is dedicated to protecting the Earth from the power and sway of starstuff.

Captain Scott (M character, Any Gender) – A fictional version of Royal Navy Captain Robert Falcon Scott and (in our show) Captain of The Wasp. Stalwart and properly heroic. In real life he leads an expedition to the Antarctic, where he freezes to death in 1912.

Ted (M character, Any Gender) – Orphan boy who is obsessed with food: the eating of, the fighting over, the dreaming about. A natural actor with an easy wit.

Prentiss (M character, Any Gender) – Orphan boy who yearns to be a leader, even though he knows he will never truly be one. Ambitious, hyper-articulate, logical, and a bit of a blowhard with the teeny-tiniest touch of cowardice.
Mrs. Bumbrake/Teacher (F characters, F preferred) – Molly’s nanny. British to the bone, but with a girlish charm. Stiff in the lip, loose in the hip, fun on a ship. / Formally a salmon, now an ancient, knowledgeable mermaid.

Alf (M character, Any Gender) – An old sea dog. Something about him appeals to the feminine sensibility. Could be his bowlegs, his saucy gait, or his kind heart.

Smee (M character, Any Gender) – First mate to Black Stache. Single-mindedly dedicated to his captain’s every whim. His motto: “Tis good to be busy.”

Bill Slank/Hawking Clam (M characters, Any Gender) – Captain of The Neverland. Vicious, without the skill of quality to lead anyone but himself. Greedy. / Son of Fighting Prawn and Sweet ‘n’ Sour Shrimp. One day he will ascend the Clam throne as head of the Royal Clam Clam.

Grempkin/Mack/Sanchez/Fighting Prawn (M characters, Any Gender) – Mean and malodorous schoolmaster of St. Norbert’s Orphanage for Lost Boys. Likes to keep the
orphans in the dark, as sunlight is known to feed rebellion. / A very bad sailor who wants to be anywhere but under the thumb of Bill Slank. / A hardworking Spanish pirate with an identity crisis. / King of the Mollusks. Kidnapped by British sailors, he served as sous-chef in Derbyshire. Since returning to his kingdom, he has vowed to murder any English who land on his Mollusk Isle domain.

Actors Needed – Sutter Street Theatre

Need 1 male looks age 20s-30s, 1 male looks age 30s-40s and one woman age 30s-40s plus 1 man any age to play 7 multiple roles in Sarah Plain and Tall at Sutter Street Theatre. Rehearsals start in a little over one week. Email Allen Schmeltz at aschmeltz2000@gmail.com if interested or call (916) 802-2249.

The play runs May 7 – May 29 on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00pm.

Rehearsals start April 4 and continue on Monday through Thursday evenings.