AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Twelfth Night
By William Shakespeare
Performances May 26 - June 17, 2023
Directed by Jericho Thomas
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Twelfth Night
By William Shakespeare
Performances May 26 - June 17, 2023
Directed by Jericho Thomas
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Twelfth Night. 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 one- to two-minute Shakespearean monologue by 5pm on April 12, 2023. Please note the monologue does not need to be performed from memory. Callbacks (if needed) will be held in-person on Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Upright Theatre Company’s studio space in Euless, TX and will consist of cold readings from the script. Online audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Get ready for Shakespeare's hilarious story of gender confusion, in which a girl disguises herself as a man to be near the count she adores, only to be pursued by the woman he loves. Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities, and practical jokes you won’t want to miss!
UPRIGHT RATING: PG (Parental Guidance)
*Not recommended for young children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE:
OLIVIA - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. A wealthy countess who is in mourning over the deaths of brother and father. Smart and commanding, known for beauty and elegance. She falls head over heels in love with Viola (in disguise as Cesario).
ORSINO - Any Ethnicity, late 20s – 40s. A handsome, athletic Duke. He thinks he’s madly in love with Olivia, but mainly he just loves the idea of romance and passion and drama – and performing it. Falls in love with Viola, even while she is disguised as Cesario.
FESTE - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 20s – 50. Olivia’s “fool” and a free spirit. Witty, droll, world-wise, and clever. A clown that has a streak of melancholy. Plays an instrument or sings.
SIR TOBY BELCH - Any Ethnicity, 40 - 60. Olivia’s uncle. A fun-loving, free-spirited drunk who doesn’t care much about social norms. Has a bit of a mean streak and doesn’t mind playing tricks on other characters.
VIOLA - Any Ethnicity, 20s – early 30s. The center, heart and hero of the play. Earnest but witty, grounded but fun, with a tender heart. Resourceful. Spends most of the play in disguise as a young man, serving the Duke Orsino with whom she is secretly in love.
MARIA - Any Ethnicity, 30s – 50s. Olivia’s lady-in-waiting. Nobody’s fool. Smart, savvy, and mischievous. Knows how to keep everyone in line. In love with Sir Toby Belch?
MALVOLIO - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 30s – 60s. Olivia’s steward. Malvolio is officious, self-important and humorless. Very straight-laced and disapproving. Deeply disdainful of Toby, Maria, Andrew and the rest of the rowdy crew in Olivia’s house. Holds a secret love for Olivia.
SIR ANDREW AGUECHEEK - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. A cheerful fop and a good-natured, silly, preening dandy. Extremely gullible. A partying friend of Sir Toby here to court Olivia. Useless but loveable.
FABIAN - Any Ethnicity, 20s-40s. The cook at Olivia’s household. Rough around the edges, but loves to take part in the shenanigans of Sir Toby’s crew.
SEBASTIAN - Any Ethnicity, 20s – Early 30s. Viola’s twin brother who was separated from her in a shipwreck. Courageous, passionate, loyal, kind, and good-hearted, as well as reckless and impulsive. Falls in love with Olivia.
ANTONIO/VALENTINE - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. Antonio: A sea captain who rescues Sebastian from a shipwreck and is fiercely loyal to him, perhaps even in love. Valentine: a gentlemanly butler to Orsino.
CURIO/SEA CAPTAIN/PRIEST/OFFICER - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 20s – 50s. Curio: a servant of Orsino. The Sea Captain: A decent, salty fellow who rescues Viola from the shipwreck. Priest: One who marries Olivia and Sebastian and is called to testify about it later. Officer: One who comes to arrest Antonio and keep him in line.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by 5pm on April 12, 2023. Callbacks (if needed) will be in-person on April 13, 2023, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found 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 begin April 17, 2023 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday, and Saturday afternoons.
PERFORMANCE DATES: May 26-June 17, 2023, on Fridays at 7:30pm and Saturdays at 3:00pm and 7:30pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the audition or callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
JERICHO THOMAS is a director, actor, writer, and teacher currently based in Dallas, TX. He holds an MFA in Theatre from Arizona State University and studied acting at New York's Circle in the Square Theatre School. He directs both plays and musicals and was last seen as Dan in Upright Theatre's "Next to Normal" . His plays have been national finalists, festival selections, and performed across the country.
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:
Get ready for Shakespeare's hilarious story of gender confusion, in which a girl disguises herself as a man to be near the count she adores, only to be pursued by the woman he loves. Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities, and practical jokes you won’t want to miss!
UPRIGHT RATING: PG (Parental Guidance)
*Not recommended for young children.
For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email [email protected].
ROLES AVAILABLE:
OLIVIA - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. A wealthy countess who is in mourning over the deaths of brother and father. Smart and commanding, known for beauty and elegance. She falls head over heels in love with Viola (in disguise as Cesario).
ORSINO - Any Ethnicity, late 20s – 40s. A handsome, athletic Duke. He thinks he’s madly in love with Olivia, but mainly he just loves the idea of romance and passion and drama – and performing it. Falls in love with Viola, even while she is disguised as Cesario.
FESTE - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 20s – 50. Olivia’s “fool” and a free spirit. Witty, droll, world-wise, and clever. A clown that has a streak of melancholy. Plays an instrument or sings.
SIR TOBY BELCH - Any Ethnicity, 40 - 60. Olivia’s uncle. A fun-loving, free-spirited drunk who doesn’t care much about social norms. Has a bit of a mean streak and doesn’t mind playing tricks on other characters.
VIOLA - Any Ethnicity, 20s – early 30s. The center, heart and hero of the play. Earnest but witty, grounded but fun, with a tender heart. Resourceful. Spends most of the play in disguise as a young man, serving the Duke Orsino with whom she is secretly in love.
MARIA - Any Ethnicity, 30s – 50s. Olivia’s lady-in-waiting. Nobody’s fool. Smart, savvy, and mischievous. Knows how to keep everyone in line. In love with Sir Toby Belch?
MALVOLIO - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 30s – 60s. Olivia’s steward. Malvolio is officious, self-important and humorless. Very straight-laced and disapproving. Deeply disdainful of Toby, Maria, Andrew and the rest of the rowdy crew in Olivia’s house. Holds a secret love for Olivia.
SIR ANDREW AGUECHEEK - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. A cheerful fop and a good-natured, silly, preening dandy. Extremely gullible. A partying friend of Sir Toby here to court Olivia. Useless but loveable.
FABIAN - Any Ethnicity, 20s-40s. The cook at Olivia’s household. Rough around the edges, but loves to take part in the shenanigans of Sir Toby’s crew.
SEBASTIAN - Any Ethnicity, 20s – Early 30s. Viola’s twin brother who was separated from her in a shipwreck. Courageous, passionate, loyal, kind, and good-hearted, as well as reckless and impulsive. Falls in love with Olivia.
ANTONIO/VALENTINE - Any Ethnicity, 20s – 40s. Antonio: A sea captain who rescues Sebastian from a shipwreck and is fiercely loyal to him, perhaps even in love. Valentine: a gentlemanly butler to Orsino.
CURIO/SEA CAPTAIN/PRIEST/OFFICER - Any Gender or Ethnicity, 20s – 50s. Curio: a servant of Orsino. The Sea Captain: A decent, salty fellow who rescues Viola from the shipwreck. Priest: One who marries Olivia and Sebastian and is called to testify about it later. Officer: One who comes to arrest Antonio and keep him in line.
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by 5pm on April 12, 2023. Callbacks (if needed) will be in-person on April 13, 2023, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found 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 begin April 17, 2023 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Friday, and Saturday afternoons.
PERFORMANCE DATES: May 26-June 17, 2023, on Fridays at 7:30pm and Saturdays at 3:00pm and 7:30pm.
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the audition or callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
JERICHO THOMAS is a director, actor, writer, and teacher currently based in Dallas, TX. He holds an MFA in Theatre from Arizona State University and studied acting at New York's Circle in the Square Theatre School. He directs both plays and musicals and was last seen as Dan in Upright Theatre's "Next to Normal" . His plays have been national finalists, festival selections, and performed across the country.
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.
