Auditions – The Children

Audition Notice

The Children

BY LUCY KIRKWOOD
DIRECTED BY PETER NEWLING

GENRE: DRAMA

The Children

PERFORMANCE PERIOD
22 – 31 May 2025

SYNOPSIS

Retired nuclear scientists Hazel and Robin live in a remote cottage on the British coast, grappling with the aftermath of a nuclear disaster. Their routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Rose, a former colleague. As old secrets and moral dilemmas surface, the trio confronts their past actions and the impact on future generations. The play explores themes of responsibility, aging, and the legacy we leave behind.

Roles

Note: the role of Rose has been pre-cast.

Hazel – Aged 65+. Retired nuclear scientist and wife of Robin. Very smart, but has a tendency to overthink things. As a result, she comes across as rather fragile, distrustful and brittle. Likeable, but nervous and worried about most things.

Robin – Aged 65+. Retired nuclear scientist and husband of Hazel. Comes across as a bit of a wag – quick with a one-liner or pithy observation. Would be great company at a dinner party. However his good nature covers a deep sense of unease.

Audition Details

DATES:
Sunday 2 March 2025 from 2.00 – 5.00pm and Monday 3 March from 8.00 – 9.30pm

LOCATION:
Unit 8/417-419 Warrigal Road, Cheltenham

Auditions are by appointment only using the booking system on this page below or by clicking here.

You can download a copy of the play by clicking here or contact the director, Peter Newling by phone on 0419 205 200 or e-mail: peter.newling@gmail.com.

Please note: anyone who is offered a role will be asked to pay a $20 fee for membership and insurance.

Rehearsals will commence on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 at The Girl Guide Hall, Glebe Avenue, Cheltenham. Rehearsal schedule will be Sunday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

Performance Dates

Thursday 22nd May – Opening Night

Friday 23rd May – Evening Performance

Saturday 24th May – Matinee & Evening Performances

Sunday 25th May – Matinee performance

Wednesday 28th May – Evening Performance

Thursday 29th May – Evening Performance

Friday 30th May – Evening Performance

Saturday 31st May – Matinee & Final Evening Performance

Please ensure you would be available for all performances before auditioning. If you have a conflict with any of the rehearsal dates, please advise the Director at audition and if it becomes relevant, every effort will be made to work with it.

Audition Guide

The director will be using excerpts from the play as audition pieces.

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