AUDITIONS ARE ELEMENTARY, MY DEAR WATSON!
Sunday, November 19th
A high camp Sherlockian mystery.
About the Show:
HOLMES AND WATSON by Jeffrey Hatcher (TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE, JEKYLL & HYDE)
Director: Lee Cooley (BEN BUTLER, ORSON WELLES, DEATHTRAP)
Synopsis:
A twisting, tantalizing mystery! Sherlock Holmes is dead, or is he? Three years after the death of the mastermind detective at Reichenbach Falls, Dr. Watson receives a cryptic message that his old friend may be alive. At a remote asylum off the coast of Scotland three patients are claiming to be Sherlock Holmes! Who's the real detective? Who are the impostors? Did the world's greatest sleuth fake his own death? And, if so—Why? As he investigates, Watson is drawn into a web of intrigue, murder, and surprise that reveals what really happened at Reichenbach Falls in the fateful confrontation between Holmes and his nemesis, Professor Moriarty. There are plenty of twists and turns to keep you on the edge of your seat in this fast-paced, thrilling and suspenseful adventure, and just enough laughs to make it a fun ride from beginning to end. It's Elementary!
Who:
Our goal is to cast the very best actors for each role- we are committed to racial, cultural and artistic diversity. Artists of all ethnicities, genders, and abilities are welcome and warmly encouraged to audition. For the health and safety of all performers, all actors are required to be fully vaccinated from COVID-19- unvaccinated actors will not be considered.
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Director's note: Auditions are open to anyone who can act and react with comic timing. Just because Watson believes the three Holmes look "rather similar," they may not. If you enjoy Mel Brooks, you'll enjoy this production of H&W.
When:
Date: Sunday, November 19th, 2023
Time: From 1 pm to 5 pm
Use Signup Genius link below to reserve your time slot.
Callbacks by Invitation Only:
Date: Monday, November 20th, 2023
Time: From 6 pm to 8 pm
What to Prepare:
Cold reads from sides provided. Sides available online a minimum of two weeks prior to auditions (available for download using Signup Genius link once uploaded) and at the theatre at time of audition. Select the side for each character that you wish to be considered for but please select only one audition slot. Bring current headshot, resume, and rehearsal conflicts (do not email headshot/resume in advance, please).
Where:
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre, 8989 E. Via Linda, Suite 118, Scottsdale, 85258
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals begin with an all-cast reading on Saturday, February 3rd.
Rehearsals are held at the theatre on Mondays, Tuesdays, and/or Wednesdays from 6 pm to 9 pm and usually on Saturday mornings from 9am to Noon. Tech rehearsals may run longer and include Thursdays and Fridays. There will be a speed-thru reading from 6 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday, March 27th.
Performance Dates:
March 21st through April 27th (24 performances total)
All shows are 7 pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings and 2 pm Saturday matinees. There is a possibility of adding 7 pm shows on Wednesday evenings during the run if there is a demand. Call time is 1 hour prior to show time. A stipend will be paid. Please do not audition if you are not available for all performances.
Characters/Roles Available:
(Sides available on Signup Genius a minimum of two weeks prior to auditions)
WATSON: (M/F 35+) Physician. Author. Devoted friend and associate to Holmes, who has been missing for some time now.
DR. EVANS: (M 30+) Psychiatrist. Superintendent of an asylum on a remote Scottish island. He seems skeptical of Watson.
ORDERLY+MORE: (M/F 35+) Attendant. Capable of restraining inmates at the asylum. Must have a broad range of acting skills.
MATRON+MORE: (F 25+) In charge of medical arrangements at the asylum. Must have a broad range of acting skills.
HOLMES 1+MORE: (M 30+) One of three asylum inmates who insists that he is Sherlock Holmes.
HOLMES 2: (M 30+) Claims to have committed murder, must be comfortable in a straight jacket.
HOLMES 3+MORE: (M 30+) Diagnosed as deaf, must be able to under react. Ability to speak un tout petit peu de français a plus.
Contact:
Email Director Lee Cooley with questions at gapmarcom@gmail.com and please be sure to include H&W in the subject line.
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