AUDITIONS
Monday, November 30th and Tuesday December 1st at 7pm
31896 Plaza Drive, Suite C5, San Juan Capistrano
PRIOR TO AUDITIONS, SUBMIT YOUR HEADSHOT AND RESUME ONLINE
NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 25TH TO ShowOff@caminorealplayhouse.org
Casting minimum of 20 actors ranging in age from 20-75 for seven different 10-minute plays. There will be cold readings from various scripts. You may be cast in a show for which you did not read. Rehearsal schedule is minimal and at the director’s discretion.
Mandatory tech. rehearsals – December 29, 30 & January 4,5,6,7
Performance dates are January 8,9,15,16 at 7:30pm and January 10 & 17 at 2pm.
AUDITIONS
Kimberly Akimbo
By David Lindsey Abaire
Directed by Hillary Pearson
December 7th & 8th at 6:30pm
Camino Real Playhouse
31896 Plaza Drive, Suite C5,
San Juan Capistrano
Be prepared to read sides from the script. If needed, callbacks will be held on December 9th by invitation only.
Performances: Fridays through Sundays, Feb 5th-21st with a possible one-weekend extension
Rehearsal Schedule: Monday through Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm, beginning with a read-through Thursday, December 10th. Two Sunday rehearsals, Dec 27th & Jan 3rd, 12pm-4pm. Final Week Tech Rehearsals are 6pm-10pm.
Please bring your calendar and be prepared to list any conflicts.
Tech week and show conflicts will not be accepted. There will be no rehearsals Dec 24th-26th or Dec 28th-Jan 2nd. EARLY MEMORIZATION WILL BE REQUIRED.
Kimberly Akimbo is a darkly funny and heartrending comedy. Set in 1999, it centers around a sixteen-year-old girl suffering from a disease that causes her body to age nearly five times faster than it should. Kimberly is navigating life with a colorful family that includes her pregnant hypochondriac mother, a rarely sober father, and a scam-artist aunt. Meanwhile, she wrestles with her own mortality, and the awkward possibility of first love.
KIMBERLY LEVACO (F, 60+ to play 16): Kimberly is sixteen but appears much older because of a rare aging disorder. She’s thoughtful, perceptive, and usually wiser than the adults around her. Kimberly often feels lonely and longs for normal teenage experiences, but that longing is tempered by the knowledge that her time is limited. The actor needs to honestly capture the emotional energy and occasional awkwardness of a teenager while staying connected to her mature presence. This character shares a brief on-stage kiss with Jeff.
BUDDY LEVACO (M, Mid 30s-40s): Kimberly’s dad is a blue-collar man with a gentle heart and a weak backbone. He drinks too much and uses humor to hide his sense of failure. He wants to do right by his family and his love for Kimberly is genuine, but he lacks the maturity to make lasting changes despite his best efforts.
PATTIE LEVACO (F, Mid 30s – 40s): Kimberly’s mom is eight months pregnant and very clumsy. She’s high-strung, self-centered, and is constantly recording things for her future second child. Actress must have excellent comedic timing. She has bandages wrapped around both hands and walks with crutches for several scenes.
DEBRA (F, Mid 30s – 40s): Pattie’s sister and Kimberly’s aunt. Debra is a brash and sassy broad- funny, and always scheming for her next con. As the most straight-shooting character, she’s both comic relief and a surprising source of heart.
JEFF (M, 18 – 25 to play 16): A classmate of Kimberly’s. Jeff is a misfit himself, though intelligent, quirky, and endearingly awkward. A bit of a nerd, he shares Kimberly’s sense of humor and becomes her closest friend. His presence gives her a glimpse of a normal teenage experience. This character shares a brief on-stage kiss with Kimberly.
AUDITIONS
Witness for the Prosecution
By Agatha Christie
Directed by Dan Blackley
January 11th and 12th at 6:30pm
It’s 1953, and Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a wealthy widow. As the courtroom becomes a battleground, Sir Wilfred must navigate through shifting loyalties and explosive revelations while he fights for Leonard’s life.
Romaine Vole (F) 40’s, wife of the accused, intelligent, emotionally disciplined.
Mr. Myers Q.C. (M) 40’s, Lead prosecutor. Assertive, no-nonsense lawyer
Leonard Vole (M) 20’s-30’s, the accused, charming, personable.
Sir Wilfrid Robarts Q.C. (M) 60s-70s, lawyer for the defense. Sharpintellect with a dry wit.
Janet Mackenzie (F) 50’s, The victim’s long-time housekeeper. Scottish.
Mr. Mayhew (M) 40’s, Leonard Vole’s solicitor. Observant, steady under pressure.
Usher (M/F) 30’s, Officer of the court. Swears in witness, strong voice.
Justice Wainwright (M) 60-80’s, Presiding Judge. Authority in the courtroom, stern.
Greta/Miss Clegg (F) 20’s, Sir Wilfred’s Typist/ forensic witness, awkward.
Warder/Plain clothes detective (M) 20’s, Police officer for courtroom security.
Carter/Dr. Wyatt (M) 30s-40s, Sir Wilfred’s chief law clerk. Expert medical witness.
Clerk of the Court M/F 30’s, Justice Wainwright’s right hand, takes this very seriously.
Inspector Hearne (M) 40-60’s, Police inspector responsible for the murder investigation.
The Woman Late 20’s-early 30’s, attractive woman of mystery
Policeman Late 20′-30’s, nonspeaking role.
Performance dates: March 5,6,7,12,13,14,19,20,21
Rehearsels Mondays- Thurdays 6:30pm- 9:30pm