| The Barrow-Civic Theatre is seeking actors for new Shakespeare in the Park program There will be some old English fun this summer in Bandstand Park thanks to the Barrow-Civic Theatre bringing the classical humor of William Shakespeare's A Comedy of Errors for a special outdoor two weekend run "Off-Barrow" production. Auditions will be held at 2 p.m. on April 11 and 6 p.m. on April 12 at the theatre. |  |
“Comedy of Errors” is a madcap comedy of mistaken identity with angry wives, scorned merchants, and a host of other characters. When two sets of long-lost twins unknowingly converge in the same town, chaos erupts in a whirlwind of confusion, slapstick humor, and heart.
The tomfoolery and classic Shakespeare word play makes it the perfect show for experienced actors, fans of The Bard, as well as newer performers, according to director Andrew Ritsig.
“If there’s a Shakespeare to start with, I’d say this is it,” he said. “It’s light, easier to understand, and shorter than other Shakespeare plays.”
And don’t worry about the Shakespearean dialogue. Ritsig has resources available for cast members to use as needed. “Once you understand the lines, it’s easier to memorize because you know where to go and what you are trying to communicate,” he said.
There are about 15 slots in the cast, some which have monologues and others with smaller roles. In the fashion of Shakespeare, all characters are open to all genders. “Go for the part you want,” Ritsig advises potential auditioners.
Auditions are open to anyone age 16 and older. Attendees should have a prepared 60- to 90-second comedic monologue, preferably but not necessarily from Shakespeare, and expect to read from a requested part of the script in pairs. Additional information is available online at www.barrowtheatre.org.
Ritsig designed an abridged version of the play with a goal run-time of two hours to ensure the shows end before the sun goes down.
Shakespeare in the Park performances will be at 7 p.m. on June 5, 6, 12 and 13, and 2 p.m. on June 7 and 14 on the Bandstand Park stage in downtown Franklin.
“Come and experience culture in a lovely outdoor setting,” Ritsig said.
The tomfoolery and classic Shakespeare word play makes it the perfect show for experienced actors, fans of The Bard, as well as newer performers, according to director Andrew Ritsig.
“If there’s a Shakespeare to start with, I’d say this is it,” he said. “It’s light, easier to understand, and shorter than other Shakespeare plays.”
And don’t worry about the Shakespearean dialogue. Ritsig has resources available for cast members to use as needed. “Once you understand the lines, it’s easier to memorize because you know where to go and what you are trying to communicate,” he said.
There are about 15 slots in the cast, some which have monologues and others with smaller roles. In the fashion of Shakespeare, all characters are open to all genders. “Go for the part you want,” Ritsig advises potential auditioners.
Auditions are open to anyone age 16 and older. Attendees should have a prepared 60- to 90-second comedic monologue, preferably but not necessarily from Shakespeare, and expect to read from a requested part of the script in pairs. Additional information is available online at www.barrowtheatre.org.
Ritsig designed an abridged version of the play with a goal run-time of two hours to ensure the shows end before the sun goes down.
Shakespeare in the Park performances will be at 7 p.m. on June 5, 6, 12 and 13, and 2 p.m. on June 7 and 14 on the Bandstand Park stage in downtown Franklin.
“Come and experience culture in a lovely outdoor setting,” Ritsig said.
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