BEAUMARIS Theatre Inc. is thrilled to present AUDITIONS FOR OUR AUGUST
PRODUCTION OF PILLOW TALK. _Pillow Talk _is a tragic comedy about
life, love and the promises we make. Written specifically for
community theatre, this show calls for a strong and dedicated cast
capable of nuancing characters with a light comic touch combined with
sincerity in the darker moments.
In act one we follow the development of our leading couple, Henrietta
and Harry, who have stolen an illicit week together, escaping the
monotony of their respective marriages to find passion and eventually
love in each other's arms.
Act two sees them happily married with grown-up children but facing an
uncertain medical future. Visits from Cassie, their daughter and
Justin, Henrietta's son from her previous marriage, complicate the
family dynamic. The play references the Victorian Assisted Dying
legislation, the choices we have and the meaning of love.
AUDITION DATES
Saturday 25 May 10am - 6pm
If you are AUDITIONING FOR TWO ROLES, please book two spots.
Call-backs by invitation held Sunday 26 May.
_For AUDITION QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT US AT
info@beaumaristheatre.com.au_
CHARACTERS
Young Henrietta (Henri) - 30 something
Henri is a young professional woman trapped in a loveless marriage.
She appears forward and demanding, particularly in her relationship
with Harry, a work colleague with whom she is having an affair. Henri
wants passion and excitement back in her life and is not afraid to
demand it.
This role could be doubled with Cassie. If you would like to be
considered for both roles, please book two audition spots.
Henrietta (Henri) - 60 something
Thirty years on, Henri has lost none of her confidence or outspoken
nature. She and Harry have married and have a daughter. With Henri
apparently in charge, she and Harry are ridiculously happy until the
seriousness of her medical condition begins to undermine her view of
herself and her relationships.
The second half of the play chronicles Henri's physical and mental
decline. The actor will play a significant number of scenes propped up
in a hospital bed.
Cassie - 25 years old
On the surface, Cassie is a self-absorbed and materialistic young
person for whom her mother's illness is a minor inconvenience. There
are opportunities for playing the comedic side of Cassie, however, the
actor will need to be able to show a deeper and more interesting side
of her character including an emerging maturity and strength.
This role could be doubled with Young Henrietta. If you would like to
be considered for both roles, please book two audition spots.
Young Harry - 30 something
The young Harry is quiet, intellectually sharp but no match for the
bold and outspoken Henrietta. He is married, but not in love with his
wife of six years. He feels responsible for his wife and is conflicted
by his developing passion for Henrietta. Harry has a quiet inner
strength.
As an amateur musician, Harry is seen trying to compose a song for his
new love. The ability to strum three chords on a guitar would be an
added advantage but is not essential.
This role could be doubled with Justin. If you would like to be
considered for both roles, please book two audition spots.
Harry - 60 something
Harry retains his quiet and stoic character. Over time he has given
away much to pursue his passion for Henri. He has left his wife and
ceased to practice his faith. He cares deeply about his family and
manages the conflict between his wife and daughter. he is devoted to
Henri and wants to protect her from the world.
Harry carries the final dramatic moments of the play in which the
audience should be convinced that he is about to end his wife's
suffering by killing her. It is a particularly poignant moment and
will call for particular conviction from the actor.
Justin - late thirties
Justin is Henrietta's son from her first marriage. He is a member of
the Parliament of Victoria and working on a second Voluntary Assisted
Dying Bill. He has many of the characteristics of a modern politician.
He has a smooth talking, easy way with people but one is never quite
sure of the depth of his sincerity.
This role could be doubled with Young Harry. If you would like to be
considered for both roles, please book two audition spots.
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