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"The Taming of the Shrew" Audition for the Theater

Gainesville, FL, United States
ID: 276283Exp: 1/19/2025
Description:

Upcoming auditions for "The Taming of the Shrew" show. Looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: "Love and marriage are the concerns of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. Lucentio’s marriage to Bianca is prompted by his idealized love of an apparently ideal woman. Petruchio’s wooing of Katherine, however, is free of idealism. Petruchio takes money from Bianca’s suitors to woo her, since Katherine must marry before her sister by her father’s decree; he also arranges the dowry with her father. Petruchio is then ready to marry Katherine, even against her will." Additional info: Cold readings from the script. Rehearsals: January 21 - March 11 Preview: March 12 Opening: March 13 Shows: March 13 - April 6, 2025, Thurs, Fri, Sat nights, Sunday matinees If you are interested, please apply.

11 roles

Katherine (Kate)Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The "shrew" of the title. Known for her sharp tongue and rebellious spirit, she challenges societal expectations of women. Her transformation throughout the play is a central theme.

PetruchioBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Comes to Padua seeking a wealthy wife and sets his sights on Kate. He's boisterous and determined to "tame" her, using various tactics to subdue her spirit.

BiancaBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Kate's younger sister. Beautiful, gentle, and obedient, she's the ideal woman in society's eyes. However, she's also cunning and can manipulate situations to her advantage.

LucentioBoth genders18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A young student who falls for Bianca. He disguises himself as a tutor to get close to her.

Baptista MinolaBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Kate and Bianca's father. He's eager to marry off his daughters, especially Kate, but her reputation makes it difficult.

HortensioBoth genders50-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Hortensio and Gremio: Two older, wealthy suitors competing for Bianca. They become frustrated by her preference for Lucentio. Hortensio eventually marries a widow.

GremioBoth genders50-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Hortensio and Gremio: Two older, wealthy suitors competing for Bianca. They become frustrated by her preference for Lucentio. Hortensio eventually marries a widow.

TranioBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Lucentio's loyal servant. He impersonates his master to woo Bianca.

GrumioBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Petruchio's servant, providing comic relief with his witty remarks and physical humor.

VincentioBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Lucentio's father. He arrives in Padua unaware of his son's schemes, leading to confusion.

The WidowBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A wealthy woman who marries Hortensio after Bianca rejects him.