Casting Call for 2024 Mainstage Season Show "Henry V"
The company is holding auditions for the next show of 2024 Mainstage Season: "Henry V", please see the details below. About the project: Shakespeare’s thrilling study of nationalism, war, and the psychology of power. Fresh to the throne, King Henry V launches England into a bloody war with France. When his campaign encounters resistance, this inexperienced new ruler must prove he is fit to guide a country into war. Full of action and the electrifying language that marks Shakespeare at his height, Henry V is an unflinching look at warfare and power, and a rousing portrait of courage against all odds. Additional info: Running June 20th-30th, with rehearsals beginning in early May. Please see the attachment for flyer.
21 roles
Charismatic and determined leader, navigating royal responsibilities with honor and duty.
Spirited French princess, intelligent and quick-witted, entangled in politics and affairs of the heart. (French speaking a plus)
Loyal Welsh captain, strict in military discipline with colorful speech.
Brash soldier, known for bravado and exaggerated tales.
Versatile narrator guiding through the play's events with eloquence and insight. (Violin skills a plus)
Cynical soldier, sharp-tongued and pragmatic.
Charming lady-in-waiting adept at court life complexities with grace and wit. (French speaking a plus)
Wise nobleman, a trusted advisor to King Henry.
Eloquent French herald skilled in negotiation and diplomacy.
Devout clergyman offering moral and political guidance in crises.
Proud French prince, epitomizing enemy forces' bravado and overconfidence.
Loyal yet morally ambiguous soldier, known for shady dealings.
Warm hostess at Boar's Head Tavern, skilled at managing patron demands.
No-nonsense military officer esteemed for strategic acumen and unwavering duty.
Dignified nobleman, brave in battle with unwavering loyalty to King Henry.
Thoughtful soldier grappling with war's moral complexities and loyalty to the king.
Strategic nobleman navigating the political landscape with cunning.
Young soldier eager to prove himself in battle and earn comrades' respect.
English noble conspiring against King Henry V for personal gain.
Trusted advisor betraying King Henry by plotting with the French.
Soldier joining the conspiracy against King Henry driven by ambition and treachery.