AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
A New Adaptation by Patrick Barlow
Playing December 3-18, 2021
Directed by Natalie Burkhart
(DFW Column Award Winner)
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
A New Adaptation by Patrick Barlow
Playing December 3-18, 2021
Directed by Natalie Burkhart
(DFW Column Award Winner)
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for their upcoming production of Patrick Barlow's A Christmas Carol. Auditions will be held on Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:00pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX. Callbacks (if needed) will be on Friday, October 22, 2021 at 7:00pm. To audition, artists are asked to fill out an online audition form and make an appointment using the links provided at the bottom of this page. Actors will be asked to do cold readings from the script and are encouraged to be familiar with the material. Artists should bring their headshot and resume, along with a conflict calendar that can be found below.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Patrick Barlow, writer of the Broadway and West End hit The 39 Steps, has retold Charles Dickens’ holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. This thrilling adaptation uses only five actors to bring some of Dickens' most beloved characters to life. From Scrooge and Tiny Tim to Bob Cratchit and Mrs. Fezziwig, Barlow's A Christmas Carol uses fresh physicality and the power of imagination to convey this timeless story of redemption. Witness Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from a stingy miser to a man who generously celebrates the spirit of the season all year long, in this highly theatrical adaptation.
UPRIGHT RATING: G (General Audiences)
*Appropriate for all ages.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email info@uprighttheatre.org.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
ACTOR ONE (M)
Ebenezer Scrooge - standard English - 45-60
ACTOR TWO (M)
Bob Cratchit - cockney – 35-40
Marley - standard English - 50-60
Young Scrooge - standard - 16-19
Little Scrooge - standard - 8
Katie Cratchit - cockney - 9
Boy in street - cockney - 12
Frederick’s children - standard - 3-12
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR THREE (F)
Mrs. Lack - cockney - 40
Lavinia Bentham - standard - 35
Mrs. Grimes - Northern English - 60
Fanny - standard - 18
Isabella - Sweet spoken Irish - 18-28
Spirit of Christmas Present - cockney/Music Hall/various 60
Frederick's Housemaid - cockney - 30
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR FOUR (F)
Hermione Bentham - standard - 35
Spirit of Christmas Past - standard - 40
Constance - standard - 30
Mrs. Cratchit - cockney - 40
Scrooge's mother - standard - 40
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR FIVE (M)
Frederick - standard - 35
Mr Grimes - Northern English - 60
Mr Fezziwig - Irish - 50
George - standard - 30
Peter Cratchit - cockney - 15
Abigail Cratchit - cockney - 9
Tiny Tim - cockney - 7
Spirit of Christmas Yet To Come - standard - 50
Passer-by - cockney - 20
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: October 18, 2021 at 7pm. Callbacks (if needed) will be October 22, 2021 at 7pm. Audition forms, appointment links and conflict calendars can be found by clicking the links at the bottom of this page.
AUDITION LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will begin October 25, 2021 and will generally be 3-4 nights per week from 6:30-10pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday from 10a-2p. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal. Masks will be required for all in-person rehearsals.
PERFORMANCE DATES: December 3-18, 2021, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm.
For more information, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Patrick Barlow, writer of the Broadway and West End hit The 39 Steps, has retold Charles Dickens’ holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. This thrilling adaptation uses only five actors to bring some of Dickens' most beloved characters to life. From Scrooge and Tiny Tim to Bob Cratchit and Mrs. Fezziwig, Barlow's A Christmas Carol uses fresh physicality and the power of imagination to convey this timeless story of redemption. Witness Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from a stingy miser to a man who generously celebrates the spirit of the season all year long, in this highly theatrical adaptation.
UPRIGHT RATING: G (General Audiences)
*Appropriate for all ages.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email info@uprighttheatre.org.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
ACTOR ONE (M)
Ebenezer Scrooge - standard English - 45-60
ACTOR TWO (M)
Bob Cratchit - cockney – 35-40
Marley - standard English - 50-60
Young Scrooge - standard - 16-19
Little Scrooge - standard - 8
Katie Cratchit - cockney - 9
Boy in street - cockney - 12
Frederick’s children - standard - 3-12
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR THREE (F)
Mrs. Lack - cockney - 40
Lavinia Bentham - standard - 35
Mrs. Grimes - Northern English - 60
Fanny - standard - 18
Isabella - Sweet spoken Irish - 18-28
Spirit of Christmas Present - cockney/Music Hall/various 60
Frederick's Housemaid - cockney - 30
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR FOUR (F)
Hermione Bentham - standard - 35
Spirit of Christmas Past - standard - 40
Constance - standard - 30
Mrs. Cratchit - cockney - 40
Scrooge's mother - standard - 40
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
ACTOR FIVE (M)
Frederick - standard - 35
Mr Grimes - Northern English - 60
Mr Fezziwig - Irish - 50
George - standard - 30
Peter Cratchit - cockney - 15
Abigail Cratchit - cockney - 9
Tiny Tim - cockney - 7
Spirit of Christmas Yet To Come - standard - 50
Passer-by - cockney - 20
Various narrators, carol singers, debtors, spirits, skaters, ghostly helpers etc.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: October 18, 2021 at 7pm. Callbacks (if needed) will be October 22, 2021 at 7pm. Audition forms, appointment links and conflict calendars can be found by clicking the links at the bottom of this page.
AUDITION LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will begin October 25, 2021 and will generally be 3-4 nights per week from 6:30-10pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday from 10a-2p. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal. Masks will be required for all in-person rehearsals.
PERFORMANCE DATES: December 3-18, 2021, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm.
For more information, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
Important Links:
CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
CLICK HERE FOR CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
CLICK HERE FOR CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
**COVID-19 Warning**
We have taken enhanced health and safety measures for our guests, students and staff. Guests must follow all posted instructions while in-person at Upright Theatre Company. Face masks are currently required for all in-person activities.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
We have taken enhanced health and safety measures for our guests, students and staff. Guests must follow all posted instructions while in-person at Upright Theatre Company. Face masks are currently required for all in-person activities.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
