Casting Performers for "The Comedy of Errors" Play
Actors wanted for "The Comedy of Errors" play. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: A Comedy of Errors is one of Shakespeare’s funniest shows. Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated. We are looking for physical and dynamic actors with a strong grasp on heightened text to jump into these timeless roles with energy who are willing to build a company mindset of mutual respect. Rate: $100.00 per gig. Additional info: This production is interested in having a diverse cast and actors of color and Latinx descent are encouraged to audition. Please apply for any role which speaks to you regardless of gender expression, race, or body type. Performances will take place outside on the following dates: Friday, September 12 – 8:00pm Saturday, September 13 – 8:00pm (Rain Date: Sunday, September 14 – 8:00pm) Friday, September 19 – 8:00pm Saturday, September 20 – 8:00pm (Rain Date: Sunday, September 21 – 8:00pm) When applying, please include preferable time slot (Friday, July 11, from 6:00 to 10:00pm or Saturday, July 12 from 4:00 to 8:00pm) and directors will accommodate as best as possible.
18 roles
Twin brother of Antipholus of Ephesus, son of Egeon and Emilia, who has come to Ephesus to find his long lost brother and mother with his servant, Dromio of Syracuse. He is an outsider in town, and very aware that travelling in Shakespeare’s day was a dangerous business. He is careful of his coin, but also takes kindnesses and surprises at face value, meeting them with gratitude. He is rough with his servants when they displease him.
Twin brother of Antipholus of Syracuse, son of Egeon and Emilia, is a respected and wealthy merchant who lives in Ephesus. He is married to Adrianna, and also supports her sister Luciana. Antipholus takes care of his wife, although he indulges in the courtesan’s services on occasion. He counts on the reputation he has built socially and in buisness, and breaks down when he is not treated with the respect he has come to expect.
The manservant of Antipholus of Syracuse, Dromio has been travelling for a very long time. The two have been together since both of their births, and Dromio is a devoted and trusted servant. Strong physical comedy in this role.
The manservant of Antipholus of Ephesus, Dromio lives in a beautiful house with his master and does his job dutifully. He enjoys the respect which being a servant of Antipholus brings him. He is married to Luce/Nell, the maid in the estate. Strong physical comedy in this role.
Married to Antipholus of Ephesus, she is strong willed, quick to action, and easily jealous. She is a supportive sister to Luciana.
Adriana’s unmarried sister whom Antipholus of Syracuse falls in love with at first sight. She is soft and feminine, and loves to girl talk.
The Duke of Ephesus, he is a fair and strong ruler.
Father of both Antipholuses, and a merchant from Syracuse, he came ahead of Antipholus of Syracuse on the same quest to find his long lost son and wife. His wife is Emilia, known in Ephesus as the Abbess. It is illegal for him to be in Ephesus as they are at war with Syracuse, and in perilous moments, he reaches out to tell his story and get help finding his family.
Thinking her husband dead, Emilia has become the Abbess, a leader among nuns. She is the mother of the Antipholuses, and respected in the community.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
A successful businesswoman in the oldest business in the world. Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Dromio of Ephesus’s wife. Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
Merchants/ensemble - casting a group of various merchants who will also serve as the ensemble in some scenes. Casting a variety of dynamic comedic actors to play these roles.
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