Antigone
Adapted and Directed by Shelley Liebembuk
Based on English translation by Ian Johnston
Performances: November 25-27, 2020 at 7 pm and November 28, 2020 at 2 pm
* Performances will be live, via a virtual platform.
Seeking 6 Performers for this contemporary take on Sophocles’ powerful tragedy about the individual’s struggle to resist injustice. *See list of characters below.
We will be experimenting with creating a live performance through a virtual platform—an important challenge being taken up by theatre artists around the world.
Performers with a wide-range of talents are encouraged to audition!
Casting is gender neutral.
Audition Requirements:
Prepare a 2-minute piece (monologue, song, dance, spoken word, etc.) that showcases your strengths as a performer. Auditions will be held via zoom.
Please dress in comfortable clothes that will allow you to move.
If cast, the performer commits to being available for rehearsals from September 21 to November 24; and a performance run from November 25 to 28, 2020. The exact dates and times will be published with the production schedule. All work on this production will be conducted virtually.
Those auditioning will be asked to fill out an audition form, outlining previous performance experience and training as well as work, school, and personal schedule between September and November. While all members of the UFV community are welcome to audition, please note that casting priority is given to those enrolled in UFV’s theatre program. UFV students participating as actors in main stage productions will receive either a 290 or 291 practicum credit for their participation.
To Book An Audition
Contact: leigh.kerr@ufv.ca to request an audition. Please specify if you have a time preference.
Auditions
Location: online, via Zoom
10am-4pm Tuesday, September 8
10am-4pm Wednesday, September 9
5:30-8:30pm Thursday, September 10
5:50-8:30pm Tuesday, September 15
*If you require a different audition time in the week of Sept. 7, please let us know.
Callbacks
Location: online, via Zoom
5:30-8:30pm Tuesday, September 15
Callbacks will involve readings of scenes in small groups.
To Work Backstage
Students may also choose to sign up for backstage roles and receive 295/299/399/499 practicum credits. The department cannot mount shows without students participating backstage. Backstage positions include; designing (lights, sound, projections, set, hair & makeup and / or costume), stage managing, projections, and props. We are aiming to have all backstage positions filled by early September. To request a position, or if you have a question, please contact Leigh Kerr at leigh.kerr@ufv.ca
Characters
Antigone
Ismene
Creon
Tiresias
Haemon
Guard/Messenger
The full ensemble will also perform as The Elders of Thebes chorus
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For more information, contact Jennifer Chew at jennifer.chew@ufv.ca
09/16/2020