AESOP’s GREATEST HITS was written for Jason Cannon for young audiences and is intended to be performed by three actors, or “Fableers”. It is a quick paced (60 – 70 minutes!) interactive show that is played directly to its audience filled with humor and theatrical retellings of some of Aesop’s most well-known fables; The Boy Who Cried Wolf, Androcles and the Lion, The Lion and the Mouse, The Lion, The Fox, and the Deer, The Fox and the Grapes, and The Tortoise and the Hare. Melissa Derechailo will serve as our guest stage director.
We are looking for a minimum of 3 actors of all types, ages 16+, to be a part of this show. While the script calls for only 3 performers, we are considering expanding the casting of the show depending upon interest. Rehearsals are currently scheduled to take place in the evenings, but the schedule may adjust to accommodate actor availability. Auditions are being held on Thursday, August 14 and Friday, August 15 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM.
The audition process will be run as a workshop, with all participants participating in various warm-ups, games, activities, acting exercises, movement exercises as well as readings from the script. The show requires actors to create multiple distinct and engaging characters, often “trading roles”, as well as being comfortable with light improvisation and interaction with a live audience. We encourage you to read excerpt provided in this packet prior to coming to auditions. Be sure to check out the draft rehearsal and production schedule for the show!
In addition to performers and stage crew, we are seeking some dedicated and detail-oriented volunteers who can attend regular rehearsals to do the following:
• Stage Manager/Assistant Director – Track Blocking & Tech Needs, help run rehearsals.
• Sound Designer/Operator – Design and operate sound for the show.
• Lighting Design/Operator – Assist in lighting design & install, operate the board for the show.
• Scenery & Prop Build – Assist in building the scenery and props.
• Backstage Crew – Help with “running” the show backstage.
• Front of House Help – Volunteers who help usher, run box office, and handle concessions.
At The Little Red Hen, we pride ourselves on creating a safe and fun environment in which you can explore your creativity, learn new skills, and put together a fantastic performance. We work hard to create a fantastic show, but we work just as hard to make sure we have a great time doing it! If you have any questions about the process, the commitment, or any other aspect of volunteering just reach out to us at the theatre!
We can’t wait to play with you!
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You may also like the following events from Little Red Hen Theatre:
- Next month, 27th September, 02:00 pm, AESOP's Greatest Hits! in Wakefield
- This October, 30th October, 07:00 pm, Dueling Pianos - with Fun Pianos, Inc! in Wakefield
- This December, 5th December, 07:00 pm, A Christmas Story in Wakefield
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