Friday, November 19, 2010

Calling all Actors!!!!

Makeshift Theatre Co. seeking actors for it's winter production of

TREASURE ISLAND
Adapted by Jack Neary and Directed by Andrew Rhodes.

Auditions will be held on December 13rd and 15th from 7-10PM
And will consist of a cold reading from the script. Stage combat experience a plus.

Performances will be held February 5th & 6th at the Regent Theatre in Arlington, and at least 3 additional dates in the following 2 weeks.

For directions and to schedule an audition slot please email a copy of your headshot and resume to vinnie@makeshifttheatre.com

ROLES
some actors will be playing multiple roles

Ben Gun: a scrawny, toothless, ragged sailor. Agile, spry, energetic. Cackles when he talks.

Long John Silver: The Epitome of the dastardly pirate Has one leg and walks with a crutch.

Jim: Young boy works in his Mother's pub. Destined for adventure.

Billy Bones: Old, sickly pirate. Clearly on his last legs. (man/woman)

Pew: Tiny weathered seedy looking pirate. Voice like an annoying aunt. (man/woman)

Jim's Mother:Taking care of her son sine the loss of her husband. (man/woman)

Black Dog: another sinister looking alpha male pirate. (man/woman)

Squire Trelawney: A blustery magistrate.

Doctor Livesey: A strong and savvy woman.

George Merry: Pirate, Silver's conniving henchman. (man/woman)

Israel hands: Pirate, Silver's not so bright henchman (man/woman)

Captain Smollett: Stalwart captain of the HISPANIOLA

Lieutenant Gray:Captain Smollett's right hand man. Honest and true sailor. (man/woman)

For more info visit www.makeshifttheatre.com
or email vinnie@makeshifttheatre.com