Theater Audition in "The Castle Spectre" Play
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking performers for production of "The Castle Spectre". More details are below. About the play: Play Synopsis: The Castle Spectre is a gothic melodrama set in an isolated castle where the tyrannous Lord Osmond now reigns after the suspicious death of his brother two decades ago. After years of hiding in the shadows, Osmond captures a young villager named Angela intent to make her his wife. When Angela refuses, the haunting mystery of the former ruler is revealed in both violent and supernatural ways. Rate: Equity & Non-Equity. All artists will be engaged under the Artists’ Collective Policy (ACP). Both union and non-union performers are eligible for consideration. See more about the policy on the CAEA website. Additional information: Performance Dates: November 21-30, 2025. Edmonton. Auditions: August 8 (6-10pm) and Aug 9 (10am-4pm), 2025, Location provided to applicants via email; Callbacks Aug 10 as required. Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin mid-September 3-4 days/week, extending to 5 days/week in the week before venue move-in. Rehearsals will occur part-time 2-3 weeknights and 1-2 weekend days. As such, actors with greatest flexibility will be given priority. Venue move-in: Nov 17. Tech week may possibly involve some 12pm starts Nov 18-21 and performers must be available for the same if necessary. When applying, please submit the following details: Head shot; Resume; Character(s) you are interested in (and any relevant commentary on special skills); Availability for audition days/times. Your audition slot will be assigned based on this. Prior to your audition, you will also be sent an online form for completion to gather more information on any conflict dates you have within the rehearsal and performance schedule. Sides will be sent via email prior to the audition.
10 roles
A villager invited to the castle for mysterious reasons, level-headed and assertive. Swordplay, guitar/lute and singing experience are assets
The mysterious and vengeful Earl who is haunted by the ghosts of his past. Swordplay experience an asset.
Osmond’s lead guard who has worked at the castle since his teens and carries a dark secret. Swordplay experience an asset.
One of Osmond’s guards, loyal and committed to whatever violent means necessary to protect his/her master. *Swordplay experience an asset*
Castle jester and ruffian with loyalty to whoever carries the biggest purse. Physical comedy experience an asset.
A pious and practical monk, with a penchant for pastries.
Head chambermaid who loves to be boss around her underlings and spill the Castle ‘tea’.
A passionate noblewoman disguised and seeking to rescue her beloved.
The former Lord of Castle Conway, sorrowful and disgraced.
The former Lady of Castle Conway, wise and calming. Singing and guitar/lute experience are assets.
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