Majestic Repertory Theatre/Table 8 Immersive announces Open Auditions for Jane Austen’s Emma, an original immersive adaptation of the beloved romantic comedy written and directed by Troy Heard, with movement and choreography by Ghost Light Odyssey.

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 “A Love Story in Four Parties.” Put aside any preconceived notion of what Regency England might have looked like. Our show’s world is comprised of diverse ethnicities and gender representations. And they're ALL funky, fabulous, and ready to party!

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We are seeking theatrically trained performers, 21 and up, comfortable with movement, light improvisation, and some singing.  British dialect a must.

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Auditions will consist of movement, some improvisation, and cold readings from sides.

Performers who indicate singing proficiency will be asked to submit a vocal reel.

 

AUDITIONS: Saturday, April 6, 3 PM - 6 PM (Required movement session at top of the call, then reading/improv)

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CALLBACK: Monday, April 8, 8 PM - 10 PM (as needed)

 

WORKSHOP PERIOD: May 5 - 18 (as needed - developmental workshops/readings during this phase)

 

REHEARSAL PERIOD: June 2 - 29

 

BETA TESTING: June 30 - July 3

 

TECH & PREVIEWS: July 7 - 10

 

PERFORMANCES: July 11-14, 18 - 21, 25 - 28; August 1 - 4, 8-11 (Two 70 minute shows nightly)

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Rehearsals will generally take place 6-10 p.m. on weekdays and 12-6 p.m. on Saturdays from June 2 to July 3, with previews taking place from July 7 to 10.

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While not everyone will be called to all workshops and rehearsals at all times, it is important that whoever auditions is prepared to be available during those times. If you have conflicts, please let us know in advance.

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Paid. AEA contracts available.

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To secure your slot, send an email to info@majesticrepertory.com that includes your headshot, resume, and availability. Put EMMA CASTING in the subject line.

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EMMA WOODHOUSE, early 20s,  “Young, Handsome and Rich.” Very friendly, but stands by her opinion, perhaps a bit too confident. She should be your best friend. Welcoming host and dynamic singer.

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HARRIET SMITH, early 20s, Emma’s bestie, shy, demure, unsure of her parentage - and possibly the only person who could fall in love three times in a year…really. Actively unremarkable.

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JANE FAIRFAX, early 20s, Emma’s nemesis; quiet, thoughtful, and everything Emma wishes she could be. Should be a good singer, to rival Emma.

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MRS. WESTON, 30s-40s, Emma’s former governess. Happy in love, but will never not be Emma’s go-to for advice. Big Mom Energy.

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AUGUSTA ELTON,30s, The vicar’s new wife, chatty, annoying, the most important person in any room. And you better know it. Nouveau Riche - but it’s the Riche that counts.

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MISS BATES, 40s - 50s,  A Single Woman of a Certain Age. Not rich, but well loved by everybody. Absolutely capable of speaking nonstop while saying positively nothing at all. Quirky, but has a heart that can (though should not) be broken.

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MRS. BATES, ancient, Miss Bates’s mother. Everybody feels she needs caretaking, but her age and wisdom puts her in a position. Everybody also thinks she’s deaf and blind. She’s got a thing or two on everybody, she’d like you to know.

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MR. WOODHOUSE, late 40s- 50s, Emma’s father. Wealthy but thrifty, well respected, he’s a welcoming emcee type, and loves having parties - as long as things don’t get too wild. On second thought, maybe a party isn’t a good idea. But everybody’s already here…

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GEORGE KNIGHTLY, late 20s, The man Emma should love. Very wealthy. Very confident. Very stable. GQ perfect. But doesn’t understand why Emma gets under his skin. Sings charmingly.

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FRANK CHURCHILL, 20s, The hottest guy in England. You’ve seen him at the clubs. That smile makes your heart do that thing. And all you can hope for is that he looks at you. Smooth, good mover/dancer.

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PHILLIP ELTON, late 20s - 30s, The vicar. He’s been the most eligible bachelor in Highbury up to now. He’s good looking, but not too good looking; charming in a fumbling way; not patently offensive. He’ll do in a pinch. He’s a Dark Academia type.

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GEORGE MARTIN, late 20s - 30s, A gentleman farmer, Dad Bod type; he’d play the leading man’s best friend in any romcom, and should have his own romance subplot. Also in Ensemble.

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ENSEMBLE, all ages, play servants, gossips, townspeople. These are the hype people who keep the party going. The most interactive roles. There are plans to develop these as original characters within the storyline.