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Twelfth Night Auditions

by William Shakespeare

Directed by Linda Libby

 

Auditions: Friday, March 7, 1 pm - 5 pm

Callbacks: Friday, March 14, 1 pm - 5 pm

 

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SYNOPSIS:
Viola and Sebastian are twins who are shipwrecked on foreign land. Each believes the other has drowned. Viola, disguised as Cesario goes to work in Illyria for Orsino, who sends Cesario to woo the beautiful Olivia. Olivia refuses Orsino but herself attracted to Cesario. A zany love triangle ensues. We are setting our production in 1920's prohibition times in a Speakeasy Italian Restaurant.  Mistaken identities and hijinx make for startling revelations as characters discover their true selves in this romantic comedy.
 
ROLES CASTING

Viola/Cesario - Female identifying. Young woman of high status. She disguises herself as the young man Cesario and while wooing Olivia for her boss, Orsino, she falls in love with Orsino in the process.

Orsino - Male Identifying. Head Chef of Illyria. Think Gordon Ramsey - "Yes Chef!" Orsino is lovesick for Olivia, our beautiful restaurant's beautiful owner. Orsino is in love with the idea of being in love.

 

Olivia - Female identifying. Wealthy, beautiful noblewoman. In mourning for the loss of her father and brother, she has inherited the restaurant, Illyria. Wooed by Orsino, Sir Andrew, and secretly adored by the Maitre'd Malvolio, she has refused to marry for 7 years - until she meets Cesario.

 

Sebastian - Male Identifying. Viola's twin. Arrives with his friend Antonio. Is mistaken for Cesario.

 

Malvolio/a - Male or Female Identifying. The Maitre'd of Illyria, works for Olivia. Hyper efficient, snobby, judges harshly, especially Sir Toby, Sir Andrew and Maria. Secretly in love with Olivia.

 

Feste - Male or Female Identifying.The Bartender/Singer. The fool who is the wisest in the play. This character sings and could play an intrument to accompany themself.
 

Sir Toby Belch - Male identifying. Olivia's uncle and a regular at Illyria. Loves drinking, partying and having a good time. He hangs out with his friend Sir Andrew Aguecheek and has a thing for Maria, his favorite waitress. Malvolio/a irks Sir Toby A LOT. 

 

Maria - Female identifying. Clever. playful and witty she's Olivia's confidant and best server. 

 

Sir Andrew Aguecheelk - Male identifying. Sir Toby's wealthy and naive friend who would like to woo Olivia but doesn't stand a chance. He'd like to think he's witty , brave and a fabulous dancer but he's really a fool.

 

Anthony - Male Identifying. Rescues Sebastian from the shipwreck, he is very fond of Sebastian. He has history with Illyria so he keeps his distance for as long as he can.

 

Priest - Male or Female Identifying. Likes to keep Olivia happy.

 

Fabian - Male or Female Identifying. Servant to Olivia.

 

Ensemble Sailors/Waiters -  Male or Female identifying. Ensemble members who will help create our world. Some lines, the Ensemble will also be understudies.

Note: Although roles are labeled as male/female identifying, gender for all roles may be open based on casting. 

 
AUDITION INFORMATION

Auditions: Friday, March 7;  1pm-5pm
Callbacks: Friday, March 14; 1pm-5pm
 
What to prepare:  Please prepare a 60-second comedic monologue. It can be either from Shakespeare (preferred) or from a contemporary play.
 
Please select pieces that show your storytelling abilities. The content should be something that speaks to you and allows us to get to know you. If you feel excited or inspired about your material, that's what matters. 

If you are asked to come to callbacks, you will be provided with sides from the show. 
 
If you are unable to attend live auditions, please contact linda.libby@gcccd.edu as soon as possible to discuss a possible accommodation.
 
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Grossmont College Theatre Arts Department is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our productions. We encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, and abilities to attend every audition. Auditions are open to all Grossmont College students and other interested individuals from the community.

 

 

 

If you have interest in crewing one of our shows, please contact Jennifer Brawn Gittings at jennifer.gittings@gcccd.edu