"The Lion in Winter" Teen Audition for the Theater
"The Lion in Winter" show seeks boys ages 17-18. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Christmas, 1183. King Henry II springs his treacherous wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, from prison for a holiday gathering with their sons—Richard, Geoffrey, and John. Add Henry’s young mistress, Alais, and the scheming Prince of France, and the yuletide cheer quickly turns cutthroat. Alliances shift, daggers sharpen, and every toast hides a threat. Rate: Non-Equity/Stiped: $300 Additional info: If asked to audition, please prepare: A one-to-two-minute contemporary monologue that highlights your skill with the serio-comic style. (The Lion in Winter is a serio-comedy fueled by sharp, witty dialogue, and a piece that helps to demonstrate your skill with this style would work best. No dialect necessary. Speak in your natural voice.) Callbacks for all roles will be held on Tuesday, October 7th, from 7-10 PM. If you are interested please apply.
1 role
He is the youngest son of Henry and Eleanor. He is sulky and sullen. He is Henry's favourite, but also the weakest. He vacillates throughout the play, not out of cleverness, but out of fear and weakness. He is easily tricked and manipulated. Please note: This character engages in stage combat with knives.
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