AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Present Laughter
By Noël Coward
Playing April 8-30, 2022
A self-obsessed actor in the midst of a mid-life crisis juggles a fawning ingenue, a crazed playwright, his ex-wife, and the personal lives of his friends in this hilarious British farce.
Directed by Natalie Burkhart (DFW Column Award Winner)
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Present Laughter
By Noël Coward
Playing April 8-30, 2022
A self-obsessed actor in the midst of a mid-life crisis juggles a fawning ingenue, a crazed playwright, his ex-wife, and the personal lives of his friends in this hilarious British farce.
Directed by Natalie Burkhart (DFW Column Award Winner)
AUDITION UPDATE (3/17/22):
Upright Theatre Co. is currently seeking an actor for the role of Morris Dixon. All other roles have been cast. Artists interested in auditioning for Morris Dixon are encouraged to submit an audition video of them reading the sides below. Audition videos, along with headshots, resumes and conflict calendars, should be sent to auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
AUDITION SIDES
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Noël Coward’s Present Laughter. Auditions will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 at 6:30pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX. Callbacks (if needed) will be February 28, 2022 at 6:30pm. To audition, performers 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:
Noel Coward's totally-irresistible and semi-autobiographical comedy follows a self-obsessed actor in the midst of a mid-life crisis. Freely indulging his considerable appetite for wine, women and sleeping late, the theatre’s favorite leading man suddenly finds himself caught between fawning ingénues, crazed playwrights, secret trysts and unexpected twists.
UPRIGHT RATING: PG (Parental Guidance)
*1940’s English farce with drinking, smoking, and mild sexual references.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email info@uprighttheatre.org.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Morris Dixon – (M 35-45) Garry's theatrical manager and friend; smart, romantic; in love with Joanna; Standard British accent required.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Friday, February 25 at 6:30pm. Callbacks (if needed) will be Monday, February 28 at 6:30pm. Audition forms, appointment links and conflict calendars can be found using the links at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held at Upright’s Studio on Main beginning March 4, 2022 and will generally be 3-4 nights per week from 6:30-10pm, Monday through Thursday 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: April 8-30, 2022, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm.
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.
Upright Theatre Co. is currently seeking an actor for the role of Morris Dixon. All other roles have been cast. Artists interested in auditioning for Morris Dixon are encouraged to submit an audition video of them reading the sides below. Audition videos, along with headshots, resumes and conflict calendars, should be sent to auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
AUDITION SIDES
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Noël Coward’s Present Laughter. Auditions will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 at 6:30pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX. Callbacks (if needed) will be February 28, 2022 at 6:30pm. To audition, performers 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:
Noel Coward's totally-irresistible and semi-autobiographical comedy follows a self-obsessed actor in the midst of a mid-life crisis. Freely indulging his considerable appetite for wine, women and sleeping late, the theatre’s favorite leading man suddenly finds himself caught between fawning ingénues, crazed playwrights, secret trysts and unexpected twists.
UPRIGHT RATING: PG (Parental Guidance)
*1940’s English farce with drinking, smoking, and mild sexual references.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email info@uprighttheatre.org.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Morris Dixon – (M 35-45) Garry's theatrical manager and friend; smart, romantic; in love with Joanna; Standard British accent required.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Friday, February 25 at 6:30pm. Callbacks (if needed) will be Monday, February 28 at 6:30pm. Audition forms, appointment links and conflict calendars can be found using the links at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company’s Studio on Main, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held at Upright’s Studio on Main beginning March 4, 2022 and will generally be 3-4 nights per week from 6:30-10pm, Monday through Thursday 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: April 8-30, 2022, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm.
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 FOR CONFLICT CALENDAR
CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION SIDES
For more info, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR CONFLICT CALENDAR
CLICK HERE FOR AUDITION SIDES
For more info, please email auditions@uprighttheatre.org.
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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.
