Performers Needed for "The Beastly Thing" Play
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ADMITTED. Seeking performers for "The Beastly Thing" Play. Please, see the details below. About the play: May is terrified of the monster that lives under her bed. She desperately clings to normalcy, as it comes out nightly to feed. The more May finds herself avoiding her inner turmoil, shame, and insecurities, the stronger The Beastly Thing becomes. It begins to envelope May’s entire existence as she loses track of time, responsibilities and eventually her relationship with her closest friend, Betty. She is ultimately forced to reckon with The Beastly Thing, when a friend finally reaches out in concern and unveils a secret truth of her own. Additional information: Rehearsals will begin in July, and will be 2-3 times per week, depending on cast availability. Nanaimo Fringe takes place August 6-16. Exact Show and travel dates TBD. Must have no conflict during that time. All actors will profit share sales from fringe tickets. Your travel and Accommodation will be taken care of, per diem TBD. Assistant director will not be required to travel. Tech will be required to travel. When applying, please submit your head shot, resume, the character you would like to submit for. Materials will be sent out upon submission email and self tapes will be due Wednesday May 27th at 12pm.
3 roles
Betty is fun, outgoing and a supportive friend. The kind of friend that notices everything, but waits for you to bring it up. Betty struggles with deep insecurity, masked by her nonchalant, happy-go-lucky nature.
The Beast is a creature that feeds off of darkness, secrets and shame. When it smells guilt and loneliness, it comes to collect. It grows stronger as it feeds, controlling it's victims to commit more acts of humiliation for its gain. (Acro skills and asset) Girl 1: One of May and Betty's friends.
Delivery Woman is a food delivery courier that takes her job too seriously, bridging on cheesy. She puts great value on customers getting their food, getting it on time, and getting to the next delivery promptly. Influencer wants the world to know easy it is to be fit! All it takes is discipline, discomfort, and a few easy "swaps". Girl 2: One of May and Betty’s friends.