Audition Notice: As You Like It
It's time to brush up your Shakespeare and join the ensemble for what promises to be a fantastic Fall production of As You Like It, Shakespeare's pastoral romp through the forests and fields of Arden. In As You Like It, Shakespeare produced some of his most beloved comedic characters, and we will need a wealth of talent (actors! musicians! improvisers!) to bring this piece to life.
Join professional director and educator Jeremy Wilhelm for his first production upon returning to the area, after having lived and worked for years in New York, Philadelphia and Minneapolis. Our second annual Shakespeare in the Park will feature a fun, physical performance style, live music, and a flexible rehearsal process that will be educational, collaborative, and creative.
We are looking to cast an ensemble that is diverse and inclusive, and we especially encourage BIPOC folks and performers of all gender identities to feel comfortable auditioning for any and all roles. Come prepared to read a monologue (memorized or script in hand) from any of Shakespeare's plays, and be ready to improvise a little and read sides for specific roles. If you are a performer who plays an instrument (other than piano), we encourage you to bring it with and play us something!
What: Auditions for As You Like It
When: June 5-6, 2022; 7:00 PM
Where: Mount Vernon Uptown Theatre at the First Street Community Center
Rehearsals: Sunday - Thursday beginning at the end of July (some Friday and Saturday rehearsals as needed later in the process)
Performances: September 8-10 and 15-17, 2022 at the outdoor stage in Mount Vernon’s historic Memorial Park.
Director: Jeremy Wilhelm