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"The Book Of Will" Theatre Play Seeks Teenagers

Old Hickory, TN, United States
ID: 582818Exp: 4/27/2025
Description:

Theatre Company announces auditions for “The Book Of Will”. In search of teenagers. See more info below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have literary masterpieces like Romeo and Juliet. But without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever! After the death of their friend and mentor, the two actors are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. They’ll just have to borrow, beg, and band together to get it done. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, The Book of Will finds an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter, and sheds new light on a man you may think you know. Additional info: Some roles may be doubled. If you do not see your specific gender or age range listed below, please do not let that stop you from auditioning- casting is flexible, and there are plenty of crucial ensemble roles not listed below. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. If you are interested, please apply.

5 roles

Alice HemingesFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

John and Rebecca’s daughter, alewife at the taphouse, and collaborator in the First Folio plan. Smart, witty, and bright, beloved by the older members of the group.

Isaac JaggardMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Jaggard’s son. His father’s opposite in almost every way- handsome, honorable, and good-natured.

Ed KnightBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Stage Manager for the King’s Men. Fastidious and particular.

Ralph CraneMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Scrivener for the King’s Men. Initially overlooked by the other members but quietly competent and clever.

Susannah ShakespeareFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Shakespeare’s eldest daughter. Slightly bitter but nostalgic about her father’s works.