Seeking Talent for "A Monster Calls" Play
Looking for performers ages 10+ for production of "A Monster Calls". Please, see the details below. About the play: "A Monster Calls’" is an emotional passenger train of a story based on the award-winning novel by Patrick Ness about a young boy who is faced with the reality that his mum’s cancer is terminal. One night Conor is woken by an ancient tree monster who tells him stories to teach him about the world and how to process his grief. This is one of the most beautiful stories around and a true modern classic. Additional information: Location: Duncan.
6 roles
Lead Role. Mature for his age, curious, artistic, strong sense of justice, emotionally intelligent, knowing, a bubble waiting to burst A young boy carrying more responsibility and pain than most people his age. Creative and perceptive, Conor struggles to reconcile anger, fear, guilt, and hope while caring for his mother. The emotional center of the play.
Supporting Role. Morbidly fascinated, testing boundaries, unsettled, calculated, watchful, cool-headed, intimidating. The school’s primary bully. Harry is less interested in simple cruelty and more interested in provoking reactions and uncovering weaknesses. Intelligent and controlled rather than impulsive.
Supporting Role. Brave, bold, kind-hearted, loyal, persistent. Conor’s longtime friend. Though their relationship has become strained, Lily continues trying to support him even when he pushes her away. Requires confidence and genuine warmth.
Featured Role. Tentative, anxious, follower, impressionable One of Harry’s followers. Sully often goes along with others despite discomfort, preferring safety in the group over standing up independently.
Featured Role. Brash, loud, careless, impulsive, energetic. Another member of Harry’s group. Quick to act before thinking and often provides the group’s outward aggression and bravado.
Variety of heights, builds, and experience levels encouraged. A group of non-speaking dancers and actors who physically bring the Monster’s stories to life. Ensemble members will silently portray characters, environments, and symbolic imagery during the Monster’s narrated tales. Comfortable with movement-based storytelling; Ability to work collaboratively as a physical ensemble; Little to no speaking lines; Minimal rehearsal commitment compared to principal cast.
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