Welcome to open auditions for "Miss DeLune’s Corset No Longer Closes", a three-act musical melodrama written and directed by Matthew Paines.
Auditions will be held at the NoName Theatre Helsinki on Friday 26 September at 18–21. Please note that you must register in advance in order to participate.
See below if you are unable to attend, but still wish to be considered.
The PLAY
A three-act ‘boudoir melodrama’ set in a lavish villa, focusing on the complex relationships of Miss Carmen DeLune, a once-revolutionary mezzo-soprano grappling with her fading stardom, with her entourage; as they navigate fame, power, and personal desires. The opening act introduces La Diva, her entourage, and the tensions among them as they prepare for her grande finale.
The second act unfolds after Carmen’s successful finale, revealing deeper tensions and personal conflicts among the women. In the final act Miss DeLune bids farewell to her close companions, signifying the end of an era. Who ends up with whom? There’s only one way to find out.
AVAILABLE ACTING ROLES
Don’t worry if there’s a role you like but you think your age doesn’t fit. As long as Lottie/Becca act a bit younger than Carmen/Simone/Ruby, and Prudence acts a bit older, then you’re good. (More details about the characters on the website.)
– Lottie (F, ~20s)
– Becca (F, ~20s)
– Carmen (F, ~30s)
– Simone (F, ~30s)
– Ruby (F, ~30s)
– Prudence (F, ~40s)
BACKSTAGE TEAM
– Tech operator (light and sound)
AVAILABILITY
You need to be available for all of the required dates: 6, 9, 16, 17, (18), 23, 24 & (25) January 2026.
ORIENTATION MEETING
Tuesday 30 September 2025 @ 18:00 at Café Roasberg, Mikonkatu 13.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals are every Monday from 6 Oct–15 Dec 2025 @ 18–21/22, and Friday 10 October. There will be a break over Christmas before rehearsals resume on 6 Jan 2025.
The auditions, tech/dress rehearsals and performances will be at the NoName Theatre. Most Monday evening rehearsals will take place at the FinnBrit Language Centre (Fredrikinkatu).
HOW TO REGISTER
Please visit the website (link below) for more info about the production and how to register. You will receive more information about the auditions after registering.
INTERESTED BUT CAN'T ATTEND?
See the website (link below) for more details on what to do.
WEBSITE LINK
https://nonametheatre.fi/auditions-for-miss-delunes-corset-no-longer-closes
PAYMENTS
Please note that both the Finn-Brit Players and Soup Troupe are amateur theatre companies and this is not paid work but an opportunity for people to practice their hobby. If chosen, you will have to be a member to participate in the production. Annual FBP membership (February 2025–February 2026) is 50€ standard and 25€ concessions.
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