"The Emperor's New Clothes" Seeks Youth Actors
Casting Youth actors, preferably high school and middle school ages. Please see the details below. About the project: Preparing for his grand royal wedding, the emperor’s vanity gets the best of him in this hilarious and colorful adventure. Set in a fictional European kingdom, a pair of crafty tailors promise to make the emperor a stunning suit that only the “wise” can see. As he struts through the kingdom in his “invisible” clothes, the townspeople and his royal court can’t help but laugh — but will anyone be brave enough to tell him the truth? Additionla info: PREPARATION Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Please bring a recent photo or headshot. Be prepared to provide rehearsal conflicts from February 9 to March 4. REHEARSALS BEGIN February 9. PRODUCTION RUNS March 5 – 8. NOTE: There will be daytime performances for school groups on March 5 and 6. If interested, please apply.
7 roles
Very full of himself, conceited and narcisstic. Very concerned with his appearance.
The Emperor's very put-upon personal secretary and right hand. Devoted to his job, although often frustrated with his boss.
Emperor's fiance. Much like the Emporer, she consumed is self-ablsorbed and consumed with her appearance. She is a bit bossy and demanding.
Two tailors hired to design new fashion for Emperor. They are talented and proud of their work.
Two chaperones and ladies-im-waiting to Lady Bebe. They are both dim-witted and gossipy.
Three haughty scholars who advise the Emperor.
The Emperor's messenger and page.
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