WHEN: Sunday, March 23rd at 7 PM
WHERE: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom, CA 95630
CALLBACKS: TBD
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: April 7th-May 8th, Mondays-Thursdays 6:30-9:00 PM
TECH WEEK: May 5th-May 8th 6:00-9:00 PM
PERFORMANCE DATES: May 10th – June 8th, 2025
Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM
Adapted by Mary Hall Surface
from the classic story by Kenneth Grahame
Rated: G
This adaptation of the Kenneth Grahame classic was nationally successful in its original productions. It is a charming tale of an unlikely friendship. The village of Guildermere blames the dragon who lives upon the downs for their dying crops and sour milk. But this dragon is a peace-loving, poetry-spouting fellow who would much prefer a cup of tea to a battle. When Saint George arrives, the dragon and his young friend, Glaston, face quite a challenge indeed. While true to the spirit and language of the charming original, this adaptation embraces the dramatic power of what happens when misunderstanding escalates into prejudice and violence.
WHAT TO BRING:
● A headshot and resume if you have them.
● A complete list of any conflicts you have during the rehearsal schedule.
There can be no conflicts during tech week or performances.
Audition will consist of cold readings from the script.
CHARACTERS:
THE RELUCTANT DRAGON – A gentle, intelligent, and poetic creature who prefers tea and verse over battles and destruction. Unlike traditional dragons, he has no interest in terrorizing villagers and instead enjoys art, literature, and peaceful contemplation. He is friendly and kind, though somewhat dramatic, and reluctant to conform to the expectations of a fearsome beast.
GLASTON – An inquisitive and imaginative 11-year-old boy who loves stories, books, and legends of knights and dragons. Unlike the fearful villagers, he is open-minded and eager to learn, which leads him to befriend the Dragon rather than fear him.
DARBY – Glaston’s Mother
WOOLCHESTER – Glaston’s Father
KENDAL – Noblewoman of Guildemere
MORPETH – Tavern Keeper of Guildemere
GRIMSBY – A would-be Squire in Kendal’s service
ST. GEORGE – A noble and honorable knight, famed for slaying dragons, but not as bloodthirsty as legend suggests. Though bound by tradition and duty, he is open-minded and willing to listen, showing wisdom and adaptability.