UFV Theatre Audition & Backstage Announcement

Call timeline extended to Wednesday, Sept 23.

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 six 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

Extending Call Timeline to Wed. Sept. 23

Additional Audition Times:
5:50-8:30pm Tuesday, September 15
10-6pm: Wednesday, Sept. 16
5-7pm: Thursday, Sept. 17
10-6pm: Monday, Sept. 21
4-7pm: Tuesday, Sept. 22
10am-1pm: Wednesday, Sept. 23

Call Backs: 2-3pm Wednesday, Sept. 23
Location: online, via Zoom

Callbacks will involve readings of scenes in small groups.

Rehearsals are Mondays: 2:30-5:30pm; Tuesdays:5:30-8:30pm; Fridays: 5:30-8:30pm; Saturdays: 10am-3pm.

If cast, the first rehearsal will be Tuesday Sept 29.

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

Visit https://www.ufv.ca/theatre/opportunities/

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https://www.ufv.ca/theatre/opportunities/

For more information, contact jennifer chew at jennifer.chew@ufv.ca

09/24/2020