"Abridged, Again, Revised" Comedy Seeking Performers
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Searching for performers to portray roles in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare - "Abridged, Again, Revised". More details are below. About the play: A fast-paced, physical comedy by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield. Three actors attempt to perform all 37 of Shakespeare's plays in roughly 97 minutes, using wild parody, slapstick, and audience interaction. This latest version adds updates for modern theatrical diversity and inclusivity. Rate: Honorarium $500. Additional information: Shoot/Performance Date(s) January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31, February, 4, 5, 6, 7. Shoot/Performance Location(s) Langley. Submission Deadline September 4, 2026. When applying, please sumbit resume and head shots.
3 roles
Performers will play as themselves alongside portraying dozens of characters from across Shakespeare's canon. Performers should be comfortable with rapid character changes, physical comedy, improvisation, direct audience interaction, and heightened language. No performer is assigned a single role; all actors share storytelling responsibilities and portray a wide variety of characters throughout the performance. Experience with improv is an asset Experience with stage combat is an asset.
Performers will play as themselves alongside portraying dozens of characters from across Shakespeare's canon. Performers should be comfortable with rapid character changes, physical comedy, improvisation, direct audience interaction, and heightened language. No performer is assigned a single role; all actors share storytelling responsibilities and portray a wide variety of characters throughout the performance. Experience with improv is an asset Experience with stage combat is an asset.
Performers will play as themselves alongside portraying dozens of characters from across Shakespeare's canon. Performers should be comfortable with rapid character changes, physical comedy, improvisation, direct audience interaction, and heightened language. No performer is assigned a single role; all actors share storytelling responsibilities and portray a wide variety of characters throughout the performance. Experience with improv is an asset Experience with stage combat is an asset.