Performers Needed for Theatre Audition "Nicholas Nickleby"
Audition for summer production of "Nicholas Nickleby". Looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the details below. About the project: "Upon the death of his father, Nicholas Nickleby finds himself and his mother and sister penniless and homeless. They seek assistance from Ralph Nickleby, Nicholas's uncle. Ralph is a hard, unscrupulous money lender who sees his poor relations as people he can exploit to promote his financial investments. Nicholas must stand up to his uncle and protect his family and others from Ralph's cruel schemes. The tale is filled with a colorful array of characters. It has heartwarming moments, comedy, drama, and some stage combat." Additional info: Actors will need to prepare a 30 second to 1 minute audition piece. This can be a traditional monologue or an excerpt from a book. The piece can be dramatic or comedic, memorized or read. Auditions are private and will be approximately 5 minutes long, but please allow for some delay. Their costume designers may be on hand to take measurements. Callbacks are by invitation only. If an actor does not receive a callback, this does not mean they are not under consideration for a role. All actors cast in a show will pay a production and script fee. If you are interested, please apply.
24 roles
The leader of a ragtag theatrical troupe. Good natured and jolly, Mr. Crummles lives every moment like he is on stage. Warm-hearted and generous, he hires both Nicholas and his friend, Smike, as actors. He sometimes acts as storyteller.
The headmaster of an unscrupulous boys boarding school. With the help of his wife, he abuses his students. He is an underling of Ralph Nickleby who is aware of his underhanded treatment of his students. Wackford Squeers hires Nicholas as a teacher for his school, Dotheboys Hall. Nicholas is appalled at how the Squeers family treats the boys. He attacks Squeers to stop him from beating one of the boys, Smike. Squeers later reappears in London to help Ralph hurt Nicholas and his friends.
The wife of Mr. Crummles. Like her husband, she is generous and theatrical.
Middle-aged, Ralph Nickleby's clerk. Despite his connection to Ralph, he is a kind man who assists Nicholas and his family. In the beginning, he is afraid to help. But as he watches Nicholas bravely standing up to his uncle, Newman takes a stand and helps bring Ralph Nickleby down.
An unscrupulous socialite who enjoys stirring up scandal. Ralph invests some of her money. Both are aware of the other's shady business dealings.
A foolish associate of Lady Hawk. She is using him to her financial benefit. She encourages him in his rude behavior towards Kate Nickleby. He is challenged by Nicholas for insulting Kate.
A friend of Lady Hawk's. Like her friend, Lady Scaley enjoys creating mischief and reveling in the gossip of Lady Hawk.
A member of the Crummles' theatrical troupe.
A member of the Crummles' theatrical troupe.
Elderly, a miser and associate of Ralph Nickleby. Arthur has discovered that Madeline Bray, Nicholas's sweetheart, is heiress to a large fortune. He schemes to marry her so that he can take her money.
Middle-aged, a kind businessman who hires Nicholas. Mr. Cheeryble is a friend of Madeline Bray, and he introduces her to Nicholas. He provides Nicholas with a good job and helps protect his friends and family from Ralph.
The nephew of Mr. Cheeryble and suitor of Kate's.
Middle-aged, a mysterious figure from Ralph Nickleby's past. He was previously employed by Ralph, and he knows a secret about Ralph.
Elderly, the selfish father of Madeline Bray. Imprisoned for debts, he sees his daughter's marriage to Arthur Gride as a way for them to pay off their debts.
Middle-aged, the kind but naive mother of Nicholas and Kate.
Middle-aged, the gracious landlady of Kate and Mrs. Nickleby.
A dressmaker who hires Kate to work for her.
Elderly, the sly housekeeper of Arthur Gride.
Middle-aged, a clerk who works for the Cheerybles.
The newest member of the Crummles' theaterical troupe.
Ensemble members.
Ensemble members.
Ensemble members.
Ensemble members.
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