The Theatre Group at SBCC Announces Auditions for
Present Laughter
By Noël Coward
Directed by R. Michael Gros
General auditions for the Theatre Group at SBCC’s production will take place on:
Wednesday, December 5, 6:30-10:00 p.m. AND
Thursday, December 6, 6:30-10:00 p.m.
By appointment, in the Garvin Theatre.
Callbacks: Monday, December 10 and Tuesday December 11, 6:30-10:00p.m.
Rehearsals Begin: Tuesday, January 22, 2013.
Performances: Wednesday, March 6 – Saturday, March 23 in the Garvin Theatre
To secure an audition appointment, please call
805-965-0581 ext. 2376.
A single Guest Artist Equity contract may be available for this production.
This production is set in post-World War II New York.
Fresh off a highly successful Broadway revival, PRESENT LAUGHTER is one of Noël Coward’s funniest and most delightful comedies. Devastatingly handsome and thoroughly charming, matinee idol Garry Essendine sits at the center of his own universe. While he struggles to plan his upcoming trip to Africa, his elegant New York apartment is invaded by a love struck ingénue, an adulterous producer and a married seductress, not to mention Garry’s estranged wife and a crazed young playwright. Just before Garry escapes, the full extent of his misdemeanors is discovered.
All roles are open
Daphne Stillington: A young ingénue smitten with Garry Essendine, 21.
Miss Erikson: Garry’s Swedish Housekeeper – may be of any age between early 30’s and mid-60s.
Fred: Garry’s valet. A smart dresser. A sharp tongue. British. – mid-30’s to mid-50’s.
Monica Reed: Garry’s personal secretary. An austere woman in her early 40’s.
Garry Essendine: On the wrong side of 40. A charming leading actor of the stage at the edge of his prime. Denying his admittance to middle age. Amorously and socially ruthless. (Ability to play the piano is a plus but not required.)
Liz Essendine: Garry’s (nearly) ex-wife. Having been married to Garry, she holds her own in any situation. 30’s
Roland Maule: An earnest young playwright, 25.
Morris Dixon: Vibrant. Tall. Handsome. Grey just touching his temples. Late 30’s.
Hugo Lyppiatt: Dapper. Neat. Early 40’s.
Joanna Lyppiatt: An exquisitely attractive woman. Assured and considerably charming. Early 30’s.
Lady Saltburn: Majestic and effusive society woman. Daphne’s Aunt. 40’s to 60’s.
CONTACT
805-965-0581, ext. 2376 or e-mail Stephanie Miller at
sjmiller9@pipeline.sbcc.edu to schedule an audition. Scripts are available in the SBCC library.
Monologues are encouraged but not required. Sides will be posted online as soon as they are available.
http://theatregroupsbcc.com/
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