Casting Performers for Production of "Macbeth"
Casting performers for production of "MACBETH", please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: General Macbeth, the embodiment of the victorious warrior, leaves the battlefield expecting to reintegrate into society: to be a husband to his wife, and a loyal Thane to his King. But on the way home from the battle, he encounters three witches who predict that he will become king. Thanks to this prophecy, Macbeth the soldier is unable to transform into Macbeth the civilian. He is told of a shining future, and his instinct is to make that future happen with the same urgency he used turning the tide of battle. Joined by his ambitious wife, he proceeds to murder his way through all obstacles to the throne, but when the goal is achieved, they cannot enjoy the power. He is eventually bested by Macduff, and the throne is restored to the king’s rightful heir. Additional info: Rehearsal Timeframe: August & September Monday - Thursday Evening Performances: October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Matinee Performances: October 5 & 12 Please apply if interested.
14 roles
Macbeth Character Age: Older Generation Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography, stylized “battle dances” and some intimacy Character: Over the course of the play, he transforms from valiant general to tyrannical king. The actor must portray the gradually growing darkness of paranoia, as well as genuine love for Lady Macbeth.
Lady Macbeth Ability/movement/intimacy: This role will include some intimacy. Character: Lady M has been waiting at their castle – alone, lonely, and anxious, her husband torn from her by war. Anonymous soldier Ability/movement/intimacy: This role is comprised entirely of stylized “battle dances” No lines.
First Witch Ability/movement/intimacy: The witches are an alternative/emo/goth rock band. Singing, and the ability to play guitar could be helpful, but not necessary. Spells will include some dance choreography. Servant/Gentlewoman Character: Actor 3 will take on these parts from the script, but they will still be playing the witch. Castle servant is simply their day job.
Second Witch Ability/movement/intimacy: The witches are an alternative/emo/goth rock band. Singing, and the ability to play guitar could be helpful, but not necessary. Spells will include some dance choreography. Messenger: Character: Actor 4 will still be playing the witch. Messenger is simply their day job.
Third Witch Ability/movement/intimacy: The witches are part of an alternative/emo/goth rock band. Singing ability to play guitar could be helpful, but not necessary. Spells will include some dance choreography. Murderer: Actor 5, as the witch, is impersonating a murderer to ensure that the plot is carried out properly.
Banquo Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography (he is murdered) Character: Loyal friend to Macbeth. Devoted father to Fleance. Macbeth’s second victim, he is killed by murderers. Seyward Ability/movement/intimacy: stylized “battle dances” Character: English general who joins Malcolm’s forces against Macbeth
Macduff Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography, and stylized “battle dances” MURDERER #2 Ability/movement/intimacy: stage combat (murdering Banquo) Character: Poor and downtrodden. Easily convinced that all problems stem from Banquo.
King Duncan Ability/movement/intimacy: Nothing noteworthy Character: Kind, levelheaded, trusting. Porter Ability/movement/intimacy: Drunken comedy Character: One of the most memorable parts of the play is when the Porter opens the door to Macduff after a night of celebration. Murderer #1 Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography Character: Poor and downtrodden. Easily convinced that Banquo is the root of all problems.
Malcolm Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography, and stylized “battle dances” Character: King Duncan’s idealistic older child. Appears weak and uncertain of his own power early on, but as the play progresses, grows into the role of rightful heir.
Donalbain Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography, and stylized “battle dances” Character: King Duncan’s child & Malcolm’s younger sibling Young Seyward Ability/movement/intimacy: stage combat Character: Young boy trying to prove that he is a man by facing the Tyrant. Anonymous soldier
Lennox Ability/movement/intimacy: fight choreography, and stylized “battle dances” Character: Scottish Lord & warrior, Lennox does much to move the plot along Anonymous Soldier Ability/movement/intimacy: This role is comprised entirely of stylized “battle dances” No lines.
Ross Ability/movement/intimacy: Some battle choreography Character: Scottish Lord & warrior, Ross does much to move the plot along
Hecate Ability/movement/intimacy: singing and dancing Character: enticing deity of witchcraft and magic Old Man Ability/movement/intimacy: Nothing noteworthy Character: Describes the unnatural events following King Duncan’s murder Doctor Ability/movement/intimacy: Character: tries to care for Lady Macbeth after she has gone mad ANONYMOUS SOLDIER Ability/movement/intimacy: This role is comprised entirely of stylized “battle dances” No lines.
Captain Ability/movement/intimacy: Must deliver Shakespeare’s lines in a forceful, rhythmical, possibly hip-hop style Character: Reports on the battle that happened before the show began Angus Ability/movement/intimacy: Battle choreography Character: Nobleman & Thane. Initially a loyal servant of King Duncan, eventually joins Malcolm’s forces to oppose Macbeth’s tyranny Lady Macduff Ability/movement/intimacy: is murdered Character: mother and wife – embodies domesticity and love
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