AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Romeo + Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Playing April 4-May 4, 2025
Directed by Megan Guerra
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Romeo + Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Playing April 4-May 4, 2025
Directed by Megan Guerra
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet. Performers are asked to fill out an online audition form and submit their headshot, resume, conflict calendar, and a video audition to [email protected] of them performing a 1–2-minute Shakespearean monologue by February 15, 2025. Callbacks (if needed) will be held in-person on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX. Online audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Experience the timeless tale of Romeo + Juliet, where two young lovers from feuding families defy all odds to pursue their forbidden romance. As passion and fate intertwine, their journey is fraught with danger, secret rendezvous, and heart-wrenching tragedy. Don't miss this captivating performance that explores the depths of love, loyalty, and the consequences of a divided community.
UPRIGHT RATING: PG-13 (Parental Advisory)
*Violence and adult situations. Not recommended for young children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Romeo (M, 18+ to play 16-17): Son of the Montagues. He is intelligent, sensitive, passionate, rash, and idealistic. He loves with all his heart, but not wisely. Stage combat required for this role.
Montague (M, 40’s-70’s): Romeo’s father and head of the Montagues. A distant parental figure. May also play Friar John.
Lady Montague (F, 40’s-70’s): Romeo’s mother and wife of Lord Montague. A worried parental figure. May also play Paris’ Page.
Benvolio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): A Montague and Romeo’s cousin. He attempts to foster peace rather than violence. Stage combat required for this role.
Balthasar (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Romeo’s serving man. He’s a dedicated servant and friend. May also play Abraham. Stage combat required for this role.
Juliet (F, 18+ to look 16 – 17): The daughter of the Capulet’s. A funny, naïve, romantic, impatient, and playful young girl. She is discovering the world around her.
Capulet (M, 40’s – 70’s): Juliet’s father and head of the Capulets. He has a polite public demeanor and an abusive private demeanor. He is decisive, stubborn, and easily enraged.
Lady Capulet (F, 30’s – 40’s): Juliet’s mother. Married very young and a distant parental figure. She lost many children before Juliet and doesn’t know how to show her love for Juliet.
Nurse (F, 30’s – 60’s): Nurse to Juliet. A talkative and caring woman that is very practical. She is like a mother to Juliet.
Tybalt (M or F, 20’s – 30’s): Nephew to the Capulets. Juliet’s cousin on her mother’s side. Aggressive, hotheaded, prideful, and stubborn. He’s/She’s fueled by vengeance. Stage combat required for this role.
Paris (M, 18-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Juliet’s suitor. Presumptuous, emotional, and has noble manners. Stage combat required for this role.
Prince Escalus (M or F, 20’s): Prince of Verona. Young and thrust into a position of power. Seeks to keep the peace and swift in judgement.
Mercutio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Romeo’s friend. Irreverent, bitingly witty, and bold. Stage combat required for this role.
Friar Lawrence (M, 40’s – 70’s): A Franciscan friar. He is a civic-minded man that is often the voice of reason. As good intentioned as he is, there is also a self-serving side to this man.
Sampson (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Fierce servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Gregory (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Fierce servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Peter (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Loyal servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Petruchio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): A friend of Tybalt. May also play Page and Watchman.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by February 15, 2025. Callbacks (if needed) will be February 22, 2025 at 2pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held at Upright Theatre Co. beginning March 1, 2025 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday afternoons. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal.
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 4-May 4, 2025, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 3pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
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:
Experience the timeless tale of Romeo + Juliet, where two young lovers from feuding families defy all odds to pursue their forbidden romance. As passion and fate intertwine, their journey is fraught with danger, secret rendezvous, and heart-wrenching tragedy. Don't miss this captivating performance that explores the depths of love, loyalty, and the consequences of a divided community.
UPRIGHT RATING: PG-13 (Parental Advisory)
*Violence and adult situations. Not recommended for young children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Romeo (M, 18+ to play 16-17): Son of the Montagues. He is intelligent, sensitive, passionate, rash, and idealistic. He loves with all his heart, but not wisely. Stage combat required for this role.
Montague (M, 40’s-70’s): Romeo’s father and head of the Montagues. A distant parental figure. May also play Friar John.
Lady Montague (F, 40’s-70’s): Romeo’s mother and wife of Lord Montague. A worried parental figure. May also play Paris’ Page.
Benvolio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): A Montague and Romeo’s cousin. He attempts to foster peace rather than violence. Stage combat required for this role.
Balthasar (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Romeo’s serving man. He’s a dedicated servant and friend. May also play Abraham. Stage combat required for this role.
Juliet (F, 18+ to look 16 – 17): The daughter of the Capulet’s. A funny, naïve, romantic, impatient, and playful young girl. She is discovering the world around her.
Capulet (M, 40’s – 70’s): Juliet’s father and head of the Capulets. He has a polite public demeanor and an abusive private demeanor. He is decisive, stubborn, and easily enraged.
Lady Capulet (F, 30’s – 40’s): Juliet’s mother. Married very young and a distant parental figure. She lost many children before Juliet and doesn’t know how to show her love for Juliet.
Nurse (F, 30’s – 60’s): Nurse to Juliet. A talkative and caring woman that is very practical. She is like a mother to Juliet.
Tybalt (M or F, 20’s – 30’s): Nephew to the Capulets. Juliet’s cousin on her mother’s side. Aggressive, hotheaded, prideful, and stubborn. He’s/She’s fueled by vengeance. Stage combat required for this role.
Paris (M, 18-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Juliet’s suitor. Presumptuous, emotional, and has noble manners. Stage combat required for this role.
Prince Escalus (M or F, 20’s): Prince of Verona. Young and thrust into a position of power. Seeks to keep the peace and swift in judgement.
Mercutio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): The Prince’s kinsman and Romeo’s friend. Irreverent, bitingly witty, and bold. Stage combat required for this role.
Friar Lawrence (M, 40’s – 70’s): A Franciscan friar. He is a civic-minded man that is often the voice of reason. As good intentioned as he is, there is also a self-serving side to this man.
Sampson (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Fierce servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Gregory (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Fierce servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Peter (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): Loyal servant to the Capulet’s household. May also play Watchman.
Petruchio (M or F, 18+ to play 16-20’s): A friend of Tybalt. May also play Page and Watchman.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by February 15, 2025. Callbacks (if needed) will be February 22, 2025 at 2pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held at Upright Theatre Co. beginning March 1, 2025 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday afternoons. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal.
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 4-May 4, 2025, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 3pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
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 THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
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An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.