Pymble Players Inc Presents
An Inspector Calls
An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGINTM Theatrical, on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
By J. B. Priestley
Directed by: Helen Williams
AUDITION & INFORMATION PACK
Audition Information
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Performance details
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Synopsis
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Roles available and Director’s notes
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Rehearsal schedule (draft)
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Audition form
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Audition information
Audition details:
Date:
Monday 15th May at 7:30 pm
For the part of Sybil Birling
Venue:
Pymble Players Inc Theatre, Cnr Mona Vale Road and Bromley Avenue Pymble
NOTE:
Open Auditions will be held, although you are asked to register your anticipated
attendance with the director, Helen Williams on 0405 269 002 or email her to:
[email protected]
NOTE: Signing the audition form indicates your availability for, and commitment to all activities
relating to the production, including rehearsals and show dates.
You will be notified if you have been successful in your auditions and a full cast
list will be posted on the Pymble Players Inc website –
www.pymbleplayers.com.au
NOTE:
For productions, some make-up and costumes will need to be provided by the
cast, but speciality costumes will be provided. A basic make-up kit is available.
Performance details
Dates & Times:
19 July – 12 August 2017
Wednesday 8pm Thursday 8pm
Friday 8pm
Saturday 3.30pm
Saturday 8pm
19 July
No performance
21 July
22 July
22 July
26 July
27 July
28 July
29 July
29 July
2 August
3 August
4 August
5 August
5 August
No performance
11 August
12 August
13 August
13 August
Venue:
Pymble Players Inc Theatre, Cnr Mona Vale Road and Bromley Avenue Pymble
IMPORTANT: All cast and crew need to ensure that they are available for all performance
dates and rehearsal times as indicated on the rehearsal schedule.
Synopsis
When the mysterious Inspector Goole calls unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home,
their dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. Secrets
are exposed, individual truths are revealed and a web of deceit is unearthed as each family
member is placed under the spotlight.
All people are intertwined … all actions have consequences.
Roles available: 2 Females, 4 Males
(Ages are a guide only)
Character
Arthur Birling
Description
a successful manufacturer
slightly pretentious
Stage Age
50s
Sybil Birling
Socially superior and cold wife
of Arthur
Mid 40s to 50
Sheila Birling
daughter of Sybil and Arthur
in love with life and Gerald
mid 20s
Eric Birling
son of Sybil and Arthur
fractious not sure of his place
early 20s
Gerald Croft
well-bred man about town,
engaged to Sheila
30ish
Inspector Goole
Enigmatic and Purposeful
50s
Edna
Please note this role will be
played by the Stage Manager
DIRECTOR’S NOTES:
A classic of English “drawing room” theatre, this is a compelling and haunting thriller. The story
begins when the mysterious Inspector Goole calls unexpectedly during a peaceful family dinner
at the prosperous Birling family home. He is investigating the death of a young woman. Secrets
are revealed, individual truths are realised, complacency shattered, and a web of deceit is
unearthed as each family member is placed under the spotlight. This is not the end! Intriguing
touches of mystery are yet to come!
NOTE [1] The play is set in 1912, gentlemen will be required to have short back and sides.
NOTE [2] The play will be performed in two Acts not three
AUDITION PREPARATION:
Scripts are available, so if you would like to read it prior to the audition, please contact Helen
on 0405 269 002.
CREW ALSO WANTED:
If you are interested in being involved in the production, please contact Helen. We are looking
for experienced people and/or people with capabilities and a passion to learn.
Contact Details: Call Helen on 0405 269 002 or email her to [email protected]
Rehearsal Schedule–Draft
Venue: Rehearsals will be held Pymble Players Inc Theatre, Cnr Mona Vale Road and Bromley
Avenue Pymble.
Rehearsals will be on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings as below.
DATE
DAY
SCENE/NOTES
15th May
Monday
17th May
Wednesday
Block pp 1-14
18th May
Read through, edits, general discussion
Thursday
Block pp 15-29
nd
Monday
Block pp 30-43
th
Wednesday
Block pp 44-52
th
Thursday
Pp 1-14
th
Monday
Pp 15-29
st
31 May
Wednesday
Pp 30-43
1st June
Thursday
Pp 44-52
5th June
Monday
Act I Books down - Costume call
7th June
Wednesday
8th June
Thursday
TBA
12th June
Monday
No Rehearsal Queen’s Birthday Weekend
14th June
Wednesday
Act 1 Techs in
15th June
Thursday
Act 11 Techs in
19th June
Monday
Rough Bits
21st June
Wednesday
22nd June
Thursday
Tech Run Costume
26th June
Monday
Rough bits
28th June
Wednesday
Act 1 Tech Costume
29th June
Thursday
Act 11 Tech Costume
3rd July
Monday
Full Run
5th July
Wednesday
Full Run
6th July
Thursday
TBA
10th July
Monday
Full Run
12th July
Wednesday
Full Dress
13th July
Thursday
Full Dress
17th July
Monday
Full Dress
19th July
Wednesday
22 May
24 May
25 May
29 May
Act 11 Books down - Costume call
TBA
Opening Night
Audition Form – “An Inspector Calls” Please print and complete this form and
bring it to the audition. For additional information - please call Helen on 0405 269 002.
Name:
Address:
Email address:
PRINT PLEASE
Age: _____________________________
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Mobile:
Height: _______ cm OR Ft ___ In ___
Role(s) Interested in:
Are you prepared to accept the Director’s judgement of the most suitable part for you?
If you are successful, do you give permission for your contact details to be published on a
cast list and your name and photo on our website, official Facebook page & publicity?
YES/NO
(Circle one)
YES/NO
(Circle one)
Date on which you intend to audition.
Are you prepared and available for all scheduled rehearsals, performances and related
activities? (If no, which dates?)
YES/NO
(Circle one)
Are you at present, or will you be during the rehearsal period for this production, be
committed to any other productions?
YES/NO
(Circle one)
Please specify details of any commitments which may impact upon your participation in the rehearsal
process:
If not cast, I would like to help in this or future productions as (please circle): Stage Manager; Prompt;
Lighting Operation; Sound Operation; Costumes; Set Construction/Painting; Front of House; Props
List previous productions and roles played, as well as any relevant training or experience:
Please read carefully before signing:
I understand that if I accept a role or participate as a member of cast or crew, an annual
Pymble Players Inc membership fee is payable and that full commitment to attending all of
the rehearsals the director nominates, and attendance on all performance dates is expected
of me. Membership is $20 per year, or $10 for students and pensioners. Family membership is
$30.
Signed:
Date: