The Hundred and One Dalmatians by Dodie Smith

 

Location: Stoke on Trent

Production dates: Overall dates 21 October 2013 to 1 February 2014

Rehearsals begin: 21 October 2013

Show plays: 23 November 2013 to 1 February 2014

Company wage: £414 per week + £148 subs

 

Company: New Vic Theatre

Producer: New Vic Theatre

Director: Theresa Heskins

Casting Associate: Anji Carroll

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Summary:

NOT the Disney version and NOT a panto. The New Vic Christmas show is always a Theresa Heskins (A.D.) adaptation of some classic children's literature. Storytelling at its finest!

As with previous years this production will be in Theresa Heskins' house style: accessible, filmic (fast moving and with quick cuts to the next scene) and with a strong dash of physical/visual theatre resulting in a production that is at once playful and innovative. Audiences young and old are asked to engage their imaginations in the telling of the tale.

As a 600 seater, theatre-in-the-round we wish to point out that all actors will need to be vocally strong as the space can prove a challenge even to the most seasoned actor. We therefore have a preference for actors with a formal 2 or preferably 3 year accredited drama school training or/and a very strong theatre track record.

Both the theatre and Theresa have a great reputation within the industry and although we sometimes struggle to encourage actors out of London (less than 90mins from Euston!) - when we do snare actors out of the great smoke - mostly wish they'd come sooner and want to come back!

Although we do not consider this to be an commitment for the faint hearted (no chance to make it to the dressing room until the interval!) - there are on average only about eight or nine shows per week and our festive break at least gives actors time to get home and spend some time with loved ones.

Currently on offer: Pongo, Perdita, Mr. Dearly, Mrs. Dearly, Nanny & Cruella.

I look forward to hearing from you at the first possible opportunity - via The Spotlight Link.

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THE COLONEL (Male, 40 - 60)

40s/50s.

A lumbering old soldier, slow thinking but widely experienced; shrewd and kind. Good physical theatre skills and skilled on one or more of the following instrument (drums, brass, double bass)

Height: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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SAUL BADDUN (Male, 30 - 40)

30s. Comedian with good physical theatre skills to play a thoroughly bad sort trying to make a living out of villainy, hampered by cowardice, a lazy nature and a useless sidekick.

Good singing voice. Any of the following instruments an additional bonus... any brass, clarinet, double bass or drums.

Height: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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JASPER BADDUN (Male, 20 - 29)

20s. Comedian with good physical theatre skills to play a man trying to make a living out of villainy, hampered by a sweet nature and a soft spot for furry animals. Good singing voice. Any of the following instruments an additional bonus... any brass, clarinet, double bass or drums.

Height: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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ENSEMBLE / UNDERSTUDY (Male, 20 - 30)

Ensemble and understudy casting is the hardest of all as we look for one actor - who has to do EVERYTHING. Versatility to play a line of enjoyable roles AND cover all male roles. Essential are: Ability to dance, good singing voice, puppetry skills, plus musical instrument (drums, brass, double bass or sax). A learning opportunity that might suit a recent graduate who is an all rounder.

Height: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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ENSEMBLE / UNDERSTUDY (Female, 21 - 30)

Ensemble and understudy casting is the hardest of all as we look for one actress - who has to do EVERYTHING. Versatility to play a line of enjoyable roles AND cover all female roles. Essential are: Ability to dance, good singing voice, puppetry skills, plus musical instrument (drums, brass, double bass or sax). A learning opportunity that might suit a recent graduate who is an all rounder.

Height: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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TO SUBMIT:

Please state, as briefly as possible, your suitability, eg. Bristol Old Vic - 3 yr./ Physical Theatre credits / Strong Alto / Grade 6 flute / Puppetry in training.

 Email details to our Casting Associate, Anji Carrollat This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In the subject bar, enter the show name – and the character you are submitting your details for e.g. 101 DALMATIONS, THE COLONEL

Closing date: 03/06/2013, 16:00