| PETER PAN GOES WRONG AUDITIONS Auditions will be held Friday, August 21 after school at the West High Auditorium. Bring a snack and plan on being there for a few hours. (3:30-5:30) PETER PAN GOES WRONG AUDITION SIDES: The director would like to hear either prepared comedic monologues or a short clipping from Peter Pan Goes Wrong. You don’t have to memorize the Peter Pan Goes Wrong audition material, but you should read it a few times to make some choices. First-time Auditioners can contact Mr. Lyke for auditioning tips. A club meeting will be held after school on Thursday, August 20 to orient newcomers. See information below for additional details on auditioning. | Cast List of PETER PAN GOES WRONG |
CHARACTERS OF PETER PAN GOES WRONG:
ROBERT GROVE: (plays NANA, the dog, PETER’S SHADOW, and STARKEY in the play) Male-identifying; Robert likes to think he is a leading man. He truly believes that he can act his way out of every predicament. Committed to the play 100%. Single-minded, enthusiastic, and bombastic.
FRANCIS BEAUMONT: (plays NARRATOR and CECCO in the play) Any gender; A robust professional who, despite best efforts, fruitlessly tries to keep the production together. High-status and dignified.
SANDRA WILKINSON: (plays WENDY DARLING in the play) Female-identifying; The ingenue of the company. Ambitious and flirtatious. Initially a little vain and self-serving – she tries to steal the scene at every turn that leads her to constantly overact. She learns to become more genuine as the play progresses. Appears onstage in undergarments.
ANNIE TWILLOIL: (plays MRS. DARLING, LISA, CURLY, and TINKER BELL in the play) Female-identifying; After an unexpected taste of the spotlight, Annie is deeply committed to each of her many roles and performs with gravitas. Often finds herself biting off more than she can chew. Appears onstage in undergarments.
DENNIS TYDE: (plays JOHN DARLING, MERMAID, and MR. SMEE in the play) Male-identifying; Wretched, low status and terrified of being in a play. The sole reason he joined the Society was to make friends, but this has back-fired somewhat. Not a good actor at all but imbues everything with a painful truth. Appears onstage in undergarments.
MAX BENNETT: (plays MICHAEL DARLING, MERMAID, and THE CROCODILE in the play) Male-identifying; Only cast because his uncle put up the money. Devoid of any theatrical talent but longs for the spotlight. Earnest, sincere and sweet; audience connection is vital for this role. Appears onstage in undergarments.
TREVOR WATSON: (STAGE MANAGER of the play) Any gender; The Society’s stage manager. Doesn’t like actors, certainly doesn’t want to be one. He simply wants to get on with the show. Curmudgeonly. When things go really sideways, is forced to act in the play. Flying required.
JONATHAN HARRIS: (plays PETER PAN in the play) Male-identifying; Handsome “hero” of the play. Self-serving and self-interested. Excited and having fun, but not naïve. He cares about the play, but not to the same extent as the others. Flying required.
LUCY GROVE: (plays TOOTLES in the play) Female-identifying; Robert’s niece in the company. Timid, naïve, pure-hearted and vulnerable but determined. She suffers from stage fright and is terrified by the whole experience of performing, however finds her voice and confidence at the end. Performs part of the show on crutches.
GILL: (STAGEHAND of the play) Any gender; Cornley stagehand and later split tracks as a paramedic
Procedures for Production Team
Stage Managers and Assistant Directors must apply to the Director prior to a show’s audition. You must email a letter of intent indicating your experience, level of commitment and your schedule as well as why you believe you would be a good candidate for the position.
All Auditions will be in the West High Auditorium unless otherwise indicated
Procedures for Actors
Most auditions will be Cold Readings. On some occasions you may be asked to come prepared with a 1 minute monologue for Regular Auditions or a 1 minute monologue and a piece of music for Musical Auditions. Special shows may require your audition piece to be from a specific style or period.
- *All auditioners and technicians will be asked to fill out an audition form which can be found online. It is very important to list any specific conflicts you will have with the rehearsal process. Your conflicts may affect the part that you get.
- *You will likely be asked to perform some kind of movement exercise, particularly if auditioning for a musical or show containing stage combat.
- *On rare occasions, especially for Musicals, there may be a call back day. Please make contact with the Director or Stage Manager to get this information or watch for additional communication.
- Please remember that the auditioning process is difficult for everyone. You are expected to be courteous and respectful of all auditioners, crew and staff. Also, the number of times you are asked to read is no indicator of whether you get a part or not. Just do the best job you can.
How do I get Cast?
There are many reasons an actor is cast, only a few of which have to do with acting skill or talent. Below is a list of things I am looking for in order of importance
- Attitude and Respect
- Work Ethic
- Following Instructions
- Type
- Bold Choices
- Volume and Awareness of Staging
- Talent
Remember you are auditioning the moment you walk in the room
Good Luck!
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST FILL OUT AND SIGN THE FOLLOWING
CONFLICTS
The production schedule is available at the top of the website. Please carefully consider if you will be able to meet the demands of the rehearsal schedule. ANY conflicts you have with the schedule must be submitted in writing to the Stage Manager by the scheduled due date. There are NO Conflicts during listed “Tech Week.” No Exceptions.