Casting Teen Performers for "Cymbeline" Play
Seeking performers ages 16- 18 for the "Cymbeline" Play. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: CYMBELINE is a wild play full of many of Shakespeare’s hallmarks: political plotting, accusations of infidelity, a young woman disguising herself as a man, long-lost family reunited, and a beheading for good measure. The story moves quickly and needs actors ready to play fast. Looking for bold physical choices and good diction. A number of the actors cast will play multiple parts. Additional info: Please have prepared an under-60-second memorized Shakespeare monologue. You may also be asked to read from the script at the audition. The majority of rehearsals for this production will take place on weeknights and Saturdays, beginning January 25, 2027 Performances will be February 18 - March 7, 2027 Callbacks are scheduled for November 19th, 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. If you are interested, please apply.
5 roles
Young woman. The King’s daughter by an earlier marriage and the wife of Posthumus Leonatus. Continues in her love for him despite the disapproval of the King. Brave and resourceful, she disguises herself as a boy while traveling in the wilds.
A gentleman and husband of Imogen. Continues in his love for her despite the disapproval of the King.
The son of the queen by a former marriage and, thus, stepson to King Cymbeline. Born to privilege and acts like it. Is the worst.
Cymbeline’s son, disguised under the name of Polydor and supposed son of Morgan. Hearty and kind, befriends Imogen on her journey.
Cymbeline’s son, disguised under the name of Cadwal and supposed son of Morgan. Hearty and kind, he befriends Imogen on her journey.