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The Audition (Zolidis)

Short Play, Comedy  /  4w, 2m, 3 any gender (adult), 11 any gender (youth)

A new theatre teacher is bringing a production of A Chorus Line to the high school. Though the hopefuls range from shy to outrageous, and from diva-like to determined, everyone has a chance to step into the spotlight.

The Audition (Zolidis)

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    4w, 2m, 3 any gender (adult), 11 any gender (youth)
  • Duration
    Duration
    40 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Farce
  • Suggested Use
    • Competition or Audition Material
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Appropriate for All Audiences

Details

Summary

A new theatre teacher is bringing a production of A Chorus Line to the high school. Though the hopefuls range from shy to outrageous, everyone has a chance to step into the spotlight. A hilarious look at the madness of auditioning and the actors who brave the process for that perfect part.

History

The Audition was originally performed by North Oaks Middle School on 12 April 2008.

MR. TORRANCE
STAGE MANAGER
CARRIE
SOLEIL
ELIZABETH
ALISON
SARAH
TOMMY
YUMA
GINA
ELIZABETH’S MOTHER
ALISON’S FATHER
CARRIE’S MOTHER
CHORUS of ACTORS – They may be double cast in as many roles as necessary. 

The roles of Stage Manager an Mr. Torrance may be cast as female if necessary. The roles of Gina, Yuma, Elizabeth, Elizabeth’s mother and Carrie’s mother may be cast as male if necessary. 

The roles of Stage Manager and Mr. Torrance may be cast as female if necessary. The roles of Gina, Yuma, Elizabeth, Elizabeth’s mother and Carrie’s mother may be cast as male if necessary. 

  • Time Period Present Day
  • Setting

    A high school auditorium. Present day. 

  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Additional Features No Intermission
  • Duration 40 minutes

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  • Minimum Fee: £30 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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Authors

Don Zolidis

Don Zolidis, one of the most-produced playwrights in the world, is a former middle school and high school theater teacher. His 140+ published plays have been produced over 25,000 times, appearing in all 50 states, every Canadian province, and more than 80 countries around the ...

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