Upcoming Auditions.
We list our upcoming Auditions here, including resources such as script excerpts and music where available.
Unless specified, all auditions take place at the Louth Riverhead Theatre.
In addition to Auditions we are always seeking new volunteers for all aspects of operating the Theatre. To learn more or to become a volunteer, please click here.
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory - Adult Auditions
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Adult Auditions
Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st January 2025
7.30pm
Louth Riverhead Theatre
Creative Team – Jamie Harris (Director), Simon Percy (Musical Director), Gary Starkie (Assistant Director) & Nicky Wright (Choreography)
Show Dates – Wednesday 14th – Sunday 25th May 2025 (12 performances)
Rehearsal Days - Tuesdays and Thursdays (with some Wednesdays) from the W/C 27th January 2025. As always cast will only be called to rehearsals/times they will be needed at. Please check your availability to commit to the rehearsals before auditioning. *Compulsory attendance is required for all rehearsals from 29th April 2025*
Minimum Age For Audition - 12 years old
Show Fees - Over 18s - £20.00 + LPS Gold Membership required (can be purchased after auditions). Under 18s - £10.00
Louth Playgoers are so excited to be bringing Roald Dahl’s classic tale of chocolate and wonderment to the Louth Riverhead Theatre stage in May 2025. It truly is a magical show with a beautiful message at its heart. The creative team can’t wait to get going!
ROLES AVAILABLE (playing ages are a rough guide) :-
Willy Wonka - Male - Playing Age 21+
The sly, charming star of the show. Lithe, eccentric. His larger than life persona can go from charming and comical, to magically mysterious and dark.
Audition songs:
Music 1 - Score 1 (Beginning to bar 46)
Music 2 - Score 2 (Beginning to bar 38)
Audition script:
Page 1, Pages 4-5, Pages 124 -126
Grandpa Joe - Male - Playing Age 40+
Impish. He is Charlie's imaginative, fun, kind and loving grandfather. After many years being confined to a bed, his childish energy returns when Charlie finds the Golden Ticket.
Audition songs:
Music 1 - Score (whole song)
Music 2 - Score (Bars 62 to 103)
Audition script:
Pages 11-12, Pages 124-126
Mrs Bucket - Female - Playing Age 21 - 40 (will also be an Oompa Loompa in Act 2)
Charlie's warm and kind-hearted mother. Worrier. Generous and loving.
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 20, sing all parts)
Audition script:
Pages 14-17
Mrs Gloop - Female - Playing Age 30+
Augustus's German, moronic, Wagnerian mother. Mirthlessly smiles as though it were affixed to the front of her face. **Must be able to demonstrate a German accent**
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 56 AND pick up to bar 53 to the end to audition yodeling)
Mr Salt - Male - Playing Age 30+
Veruca's goofy, eccentric, distracted, hilarious father. Finds it impossible to say no, giving in to every ridiculous demand his daughter makes. **Must be able to demonstrate a Russian accent**
Audition song:
Music - Score (Whole song)
Mr or Mrs Beauregard - Male or Female - Playing Age 30+
Violet's ineffectual father/mother. Ignores his/her back-talking, insult-hurling daughter. **Must be able to demonstrate an American accent**
Audition song:
Music - Score (End of bar 58 to 76)
Mrs Teevee - Female - Playing Age 30+
She needs amphetamines to get through the day and deal with her outrageous son. Tense, extreme, and hilarious. **Must be able to demonstrate an American accent**
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 51)
Grandpa George/Grandma Josephine/Grandma Georgina - Male/Female/Female - Playing Age 40+ (will also be Oompa Loompa's in Act 2)
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 58)
Audition script:
Pages 14-17
Jerry/Cherry - Male/Female - Playing Age 18+ (will also be Oompa Loompa's in Act 2)
Stereotypical over-the-top reporters who interview each golden ticket winner as they win
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 58)
Audition script:
Page 52
Mrs Green - Female - Playing Age 30+ (will also be an Oompa Loompa in Act 2)
Local busy body. Knows everyone's business.
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 58)
Audition script:
Page 55
Chorus - Dancers, Townsfolk, Oompa Loompas
Audition song:
Music - Score (Beginning to bar 58)
- Whilst it is absolutely preferable that audtionees attend the audition and perform live on the day in person, the creative team understand that some may have prior holiday or other activity commitments. Under these circumstances we will therefore accept video auditions to be sent. These must be received no later than Sunday 12th January 2025 at 5.00pm. Any video auditions received after this time will not be considered for casting. The videos can be sent to director Jamie Harris on the email listed at the bottom of this page.
- All auditionees, whether successful or not, will be contacted by phone by either Jamie Harris or Gary Starkie no later than Friday 24th January 2025.
- Whilst we have set the minimum age to audition at 12 years we will only be accepting a maximum of 10 secondary school aged children into the chorus.
If you have any further questions that aren't answered above please email the director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com
The Vicar of Dibley - Auditions
The Vicar Of Dibley
Directed by Jamie Harris and Sarah Elliott
Audition Date - Monday 9th December 2024
Audition Panel - Jamie Harris, Sarah Elliott, Gary Starkie & Bob Booth
Rehearsal Days - Mondays and Wednesdays from 16th December
Performance Dates - Tuesday 11th - Saturday 15th March 2025 (6 shows)
*Louth Playgoers Gold Membership required to perform (can be purchased after audition)*
**£10 performance fee**
Louth Playgoers are proud to be producing a stage version of the much loved and admired Richard Curtis & Peter Mayhew-Archer sitcom "The Vicar Of Dibley."
We'll be taking on 3 episodes of this family favourite comedy (The Arrival, The Easter Bunny & Engagement) and we are looking for a cast of 8 performers to join us and bring the iconic characters we all know and love to life.
Roles available
(please note playing age is a rough guide)
Geraldine Granger (playing age 25 - 50)
Geraldine is the bouncy, bubbly, curvy female Vicar of Dibley. She has a keen sense of moral correctness and will stand up for injustice; she also has a deep love of the people of Dibley despite their many flaws! She has an even greater love of chocolate and ice-cream... especially when upset or angered.
David Horton (playing age 50+)
David is one of those people who enjoys being in charge and assumes he is: he might even be described as being a bit power-trippy. He's a Cambridge educated, upper-class, multi-millionaire and although divorced, an upholder of stern traditional family values. He longs for tradition, law and order and the status quo.
Hugo Horton (playing age 20-40)
Poor Hugo is the veritable puppet of his controlling father. He was brought up only by David for the majority of his childhood, and it becomes quickly apparent that that upbringing was emotionally abusive. He aims to avoid conflict, and always aims to please
Alice Tinker (playing age 20-40)
Alice is a few sandwiches (and cakes, and pork pies, and sausage rolls...) short of a picnic. She has a heart of gold but doesn't understand many of the common issues of life, nor Geraldine's jokes.
Owen Newitt (playing age 30+)
Owen is the local farmer, and has a slightly too close relationship - if not often a sadistic one - with his animals. He regularly suffers with gastric health complaints and describes these in disgustingly graphic detail. He's a bachelor with broad tastes... he often hints at both desiring after and having had previous relationships with animals, as well as women.
Frank Pickle (playing age 50+)
Frank is very "English" and very "public school" in appearance: highly eccentric in both manner and dress, and outstandingly well-spoken. However, whilst he speaks exceptionally well linguistically, most of the Dibley inhabitants wish he would speak a little - no - a lot less, for he's intensely verbose and pedantic, and has been known to bore people to sleep and even to suicide when he speaks!
Jim Trott (playing age 50+)
Jim has a very unfortunate stutter, insofar as he precedes almost every statement with "No, no, no, no, no...". Needless to say the other residents find this annoying, time-consuming and confusing when trying to gain a straight answer from him! This aside, Jim spends a lot of time generally dithering anyway and so rarely manages to achieve much.
Letitia Cropley (playing age 50+)
Letitia is a very caring lady who longs to provide nourishing refreshment and sustenance to her close friends and neighbours, and ensures the church is full of attractive flower arrangements during Sunday worship.The problem is her creativity could be described as rather eccentric: her mourning flower arrangement included pineapple! Her palette is a bit odd too, as she's created countless dishes which require, shall we say, an acquired taste?
Audition Pieces
Audition Piece 1 - Geraldine, David, Hugo, Jim, Frank, Owen Mrs Cropeley
Audition Piece 2 - Geraldine, David, Hugo, Jim, Frank, Owen Mrs Cropeley
Audition Piece 3 - Geraldine & Alice
Audition Piece 4 - Geraldine & Alice
If you have any further questions in regards to the auditions, rehearsals or shows please contact either Jamie Harris on jamieharris807@googlemail.com or by phone to Sarah Elliott at 01507 304252
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Children's Principal Auditions
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Children’s Principal Auditions
Sunday 1st December 2024 - 2.30pm
Louth Riverhead Theatre
Creative Team – Jamie Harris (Director), Simon Percy (Musical Director), Gary Starkie (Assistant Director) & Nicky Wright (Choreography)
Audition Panel – Jamie Harris, Simon Percy, Gary Starkie, Poppy Layton & Frances Brindle
Show Dates – Wednesday 14th – Sunday 25th May 2025
Rehearsal Days - Tuesdays and Thursdays (with some Wednesdays) from the W/C 27th January 2025. As always cast will only be called to rehearsals/times they will be needed at. Please check your child's availability to commit to the rehearsals before auditioning. *Compulsory attendance is required for all rehearsals from 29th April 2025*
Show Fee - £10.00
Louth Playgoers are so excited to be bringing Roald Dahl’s classic tale of chocolate and wonderment to the Louth Riverhead Theatre stage in May 2025. It truly is a magical show with a beautiful message at its heart. The creative team can’t wait to get going!
Please see below for the details of the principal children’s characters available. We will double casting each role, therefore each performer will take part in 6 performances each.
**See the attached file from Musical Director Simon Percy that gives further details in regards to the audition music**
***The best cast recording to listen to for reference is the 2017 Broadway cast version of the show. This can be found on Spotify***
***All auditionees must be a minimum of 7 years old to audition. Please also note the playing ages of each role***
CHARLIE BUCKET (Lead Role)
“Sweet, smart, hopeful and loving, with a wonderful innocence and vulnerability.”
- Male or Female audtionees of playing age 9 – 12. Must have unbroken voices. British accent
- Audition Script: Pages 4-5 and Pages 128 - 130
- Audition Tracks: Willy Wonka!, I’ve Got a Golden Ticket
- Audition Lyrics: Willy Wonka!, I’ve Got a Golden Ticket
AUGUSTUS GLOOP
“Rampantly over-active.”
- Male audtionees of playing age 10 – 14. Must be able to demonstrate a German accent. Successful auditonees will be required to wear a bodysuit for the show.
- Audition Tracks: More of Him to Love
- Audition Lyrics: More of Him to Love
VERUCA SALT
“Vicious and determined”
- Female audtionees of playing age 10 – 14. Must be able to demonstrate a Russian accent.
- Audition Tracks: When Veruca Says
- Audition Lyrics: When Veruca Says
VIOLET BEAUREGARDE
“Confident, forward and full of attitude”
- Female audtionees of playing age 10 – 14. Must be able to demonstrate an American accent.
- Audition Tracks: The Queen of Pop
- Audition Lyrics: The Queen of Pop
MIKE TEEVEE
“A fireplug with a ridiculous amount of energy”
- Male or Female audtionees of playing age 10 – 14. Must be able to demonstrate an American accent
- Audition Tracks: That Little Man of Mine
- Audition Lyrics: That Little Man of Mine
**please note this song is called "What Could Possibly Go Wrong" on the 2017 Broadway album and the lyrics do differ slightly**
A few things to note:-
- Please arrive in good time on the audition day as there will be some paperwork to complete.
- Parents/Guardians will not be allowed into the audition room. We would ask that you remain at the theatre until your child has finished their audition. The cafe will be open for you to purchase refreshments.
- Whilst it is absolutely preferable that the audtionees attend the audition and perform live on the day in person, the creative team understand that some may have prior holiday or other activity commitments. Under these circumstances we will therefore accept video auditions to be sent. These must be received no later than Sunday 24th November 2024 at 5.00pm. Any video auditions received after this time will not be considered for casting. The videos can be sent to director Jamie Harris on the email listed at the bottom of this page. Please include your childs name, age and your name and mobile number in the email.
- All auditionees will be contacted by phone by either Jamie Harris or Gary Starkie no more than 48 hours after the audition.
- To those who are unsuccessful there may be the opportunity to audition in January as part of the adult chorus (Oompa Loompas) but this is still under discussion amongst the creative team. More details in due course.
If you have any further questions in regards to the auditions, rehearsals or performances, or if you are submitting a video, please contact the director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com
Auditions - Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em
'Ooh Betty!'
An iconic line made famous in the popular sitcom “Some Mothers Do ‘ave ‘em”.
Louth Playgoers bring you the play by Guy Unsworth based on Raymond Allen’s TV series and set in 1974.
The talented Laura Martin, responsible for last year’s “Open All Hours”, directs this production.
Open auditions for the following roles take place on Monday 14th October at 7.30pm at the Riverhead Theatre.
Characters
Frank Spencer – age 30 – 50
Betty Spencer – Frank’s wife (age 25 – 40)
Father O’Hara – An Irish Catholic Priest (age 55 – 75)
Barbara Fisher – Betty’s Mother (age 50 – 65)
David Worthington – A Scottish Bank Manager (age 50 – 65)
Terry Luscombe – BBC Entertainment Chief (age 50 – 65)
Leslie Robin – A camera operator (age 25 – 45)
Constable – A London Policeman (age 25 – 45)
If you would like to audition for any of the roles, please familiarise yourself with the following. Don’t worry, you won’t have to have it memorised at this stage! Additional copies will be available on the evening of the audition.
Script excerpts to follow.
Audition - Mr Worthington and Frank
Audition - Betty and Father O'Hara
Audition - Mrs Fisher and Betty
Audition - Mr Luscombe, Leslie and Frank
There is a form to fill in upon arrival, so please arrive in good time to fill in your details which will include information like – your contact details, your availability for the rehearsals, the show dates and your preferred role etc.
Show Dates: March 10th-15th, 2025
Rehearsals will be two nights per week, largely Tuesdays and Thursdays. There will be no weekend rehearsals unless necessary, except for run up week where technical rehearsals may need to be arranged on a Saturday or Sunday.
If you are cast, there will be a show fee of £10 to pay and you must be a Gold Member of Louth Playgoers.
Any queries please contact Laura directly, lauraannmartin@hotmail.com
We look forward to seeing you on the 14th October!
Auditions - Dick Whittington
Louth Playgoers Annual Pantomime
Open Auditions at Louth Riverhead Theatre
Sunday 22 September 2:30 pm (please arrive at 2:00 pm) - or -
Monday 23 September 7:00 pm (please arrive at 6:30 pm)
(You only need to come to one of the Audition dates)
For all singing auditions, we would like to hear you sing the first verse and chorus only.
Characters
Dick Whittington
Any Gender - Playing Age 16-30
Our hero and principal role. Dick yearns for adventure and to fulfil his destiny… he’s just not sure what that is yet. Warm, friendly and a hit with the audience.
Audition: Dick Audition
Singing Audition: Walking on Sunshine
Alice
Female - Playing Age 16-30
The Sultan’s daughter, Alice is as pretty as she is quick-witted - and a true match for Dick. Wants to explore away from her father’s Kingdom for adventure and excitement. Pantomime Princess and love interest for Dick - but she will keep him on his toes.
Audition: Alice Audition
Singing Audition: Fool Again (Please note, the key has been changed to better suit a female range)
Tammy the Cat
Any Gender - Playing Age Any
Tammy is Dick’s feline faithful sidekick - only says ‘meow’ but doesn’t have any trouble getting her point across. A good mover and expressive performer would be ideal.
Audition: Sultan Scene, Dick & Dom Scene
No solo singing audition required
Dame Helga Hootenanny
Male - Playing Age 25+
The Pantomime Dame. Helga is always on the lookout for a new man, and will probably be on the lookout for a new job soon as she’s not exactly getting top grades as Teacher at the Moroccan Palace. A performer who is comfortable working with the audience - and looking fairly ridiculous while doing it!
Audition: Dame Audition
Singing Audition: Girlfriend
Dom Whittington
Male - Playing Age 16-30
Dick’s brother - a ‘Simple Simon’ / ‘Buttons’ comedy role, who thinks he’s just along for the ride on Dick’s adventure but is more pivotal than he knows.
Audition: Dom Audition
Singing Audition: Reach
King / Queen Rat
Any Gender - Playing Age 20+
The sneeriest, slimiest, craftiest Pantomime Villain you ever did see. A conniving character, King Rat will tread on anyone to make sure he ends up with all the riches on offer in our Pantomime.
Audition: King Rat Audition
Singing Audition: Another One Bites the Dust
Snicker
Any Gender - Playing Age 16+
Henchman and lacky for King Rat, but hapless enough to form a hilarious comedy duo with partner-in-crime Guffaw. A slapstick performance with comedic timing essential.
Audition: Snicker & Guffaw Audition
Singing Audition: Reach
Guffaw
Any Gender - Playing Age 16+
Henchman and lacky for King Rat, but hapless enough to form a hilarious comedy duo with partner-in-crime Snicker. A slapstick performance with comedic timing essential.
Audition: Snicker & Guffaw Audition
Singing Audition: Reach
Fairy Bow Belle
Female - Playing Age 20+
Our Pantomime Fairy is our audience’s guide and sometime narrator. A vision in ballgown and wand, Fairy Bow Belle is here to make sure Dick fulfils his destiny.
Audition: Fairy Audition
Singing Audition: Reach
Sultan Pepper
Male - Playing Age 25+
The Sultan of Morocco, a rich and powerful man who loves the attention and admiration of his loyal subjects. An illustrious, pompous showman.
Audition: Sultan Audition
Singing Audition: Do the Conga
Chorus including Ratlings, Villagers, Police, School Children - Some small speaking roles. Open to all age 8+
Singing Audition: Reach
Performance Details
Dick Whittington will run from 10th - 19th January 2025
Rehearsals will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with some Sundays.
A rehearsal schedule will be available at auditions.
Show Fees
Louth Playgoers Gold Membership is required to perform (which can be purchased after casting).
£15 Show Fee for Adults, £10 for Children.
If you have any questions about auditioning, please contact the Directors:
Richard Precious or Felicity Warren
Auditions - Halloween Concert
It's concert time once again at LPS, and this year we are performing our very first Halloween concert - TRICK OR TREAT!
There will be around 30 spooky songs from the worlds of musical theatre, pop, TV and film for you all to have a go at!
Show Date - Saturday 26th October 2024 - 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Meeting/Song Allocation - Sunday 1st September - 2pm - 3pm - The Studio, Louth Riverhead Theatre.
Fees - All performers must have a Louth Playgoers Gold Membership (£20.00 - can be purchased after the initial meeting if you don't already have one). £10.00 show fee per performer.
This concert is open to anyone aged 16 (in sixth form) and above.
There is no audition to take part but if you wish to sing a solo, and you haven't previously sung solo in an LPS concert, you will need to sing something that shows us your range/ability at the initial meeting in order to be considered for solo songs.
Those wanting to take part in this season’s Pantomime can still take part in this concert.
Rehearsal dates are below. As we have very few rehearsals, commitment is essential so we can keep on track ready for performance day. So please do check your diaries before signing up for the show. The compulsory rehearsals have been highlighted below:-
Sunday 1st September - 2pm - 3pm
Monday 9th September - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Monday 16th September - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Wednesday 25th September - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Monday 30th September - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Sunday 13th October - 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Monday 14th October - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Wednesday 16th October - 7.30pm - 10.00pm
Sunday 20th October - 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Monday 21st October - 7.30pm - 10.00pm COMPULSORY
Tuesday 22nd October - 6.45pm - 10.00pm (Tech) COMPULSORY
Thursday 24th October - 6.45pm - 10.00pm (Dress) COMPULSORY
Saturday 26th IOctober - 1.45pm - 5.00pm (Show 1) COMPULSORY
Saturday 26th October - 6.45pm - 10.00pm (Show 2) COMPULSORY
If you need any further information in regards to this production please email the director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com, or you can call the theatre on 01507 600350 who will happily pass on the message to Jamie.
We hope to see you there!
Auditions - Bugsy Malone
Bugsy Malone – the Musical Auditions
Sunday 23rd June 10am start
Please arrive by 9.45am at the latest to fill in the necessary forms
Monday 24th June 7pm start
Please arrive by 6.45pm at the latest to fill in the necessary forms
*You only need to attend one of the days*
Auditions are open to all aged 17 years or below at the time of the show - November 6th to 9th 2024. Theatre policy is no person under the age of 7
If you are considering auditioning for one of the characters please try to familiarise yourself with the script pieces! We do not expect you to know it!
There are many minor roles which will be decided by the panel over the two dates
Rehearsals will be Monday and Wednesday between 7-9pm. Rehearsals will start from 8th July 2024. Please note that there may be some additional dates organised after rehearsals begin.
Look forward to seeing you all there,
Gary, Hayley, Nikki and Lizzie
Bugsy Creative Team
Any questions, please contact: gary.starkie@louthplaygoers.co.uk
Cast Overview
Bugsy Malone
Bugsy Malone is the hero of our story. A handsome young man who can sing and act. This role is equal parts Jimmy Stewart, James Bond and Gene Kelly. Bugsy alternates as the narrator and the star of the show. A young performer comfortable in front of an audience, who radiates a sense of charm and sincerity as well as a street-wise sensibility.
Fat Sam
Fat Sam is the baddest of the bad guys whose biggest rival is Dandy Dan. Fat Sam should be an adept physical comedian with a commanding stage presence. Fat Sam carries much of the dialogue of the show. Note that Fat Sam does not need to be fat.
Tallulah
Tallulah is the classic gangster’s moll. A young woman who is self-confident and can deliver the role with deadpan sincerity and droll appeal. Tallulah is a Mae West type with a talent for performing. She needs to be a strong singer for her self-titled number.
Blousey Brown
Blousey is, at first, the typical young, wide-eyed, would be star, just of the bus from a small town. However, we find out that Blousey is a force to be reckoned with and certainly nobody’s fool. This is a large role that requires good singing and acting and comedic timing. A young Carol Burnett type is one recommendation.
Fizzy
Fizzy is an employee of Fat Sam’s at the Grand Slam, whose duties include cleaning up the place. Fizzy really needs to deliver the song, “Tomorrow”. It is a difficult song that requires emotional singing, a significant range and delivering their sad eyed hopes and dreams as he sweeps up.
Lena Marelli
Lena is the star of the Lana Marelli Show! and she lets everyone know it. A young performer who can take over the stage with a strong singing voice. An affected character voice is practically a requirement to deliver this role - Lena is not very bright, but she is very loud. Think about Lina Lamont from Singin’ in the Rain.
Dandy Dan
Dandy Dan is the unflappably stylish, debonair underworld businessman who outwits Fat Sam every step of the way. Dan should be comfortable singing his song, “That’s Why They Call Him Dandy”, an actor with just the right sense of style and grace.
Fat Sam’s Gang
Fat Sam’s Gang includes Roxy Robinson, Angelo, Snake Eyes, Ritzy, Shake Down Louis, and Sam’s right hand man, Knuckles. These fellows are bumbling, funny, non-threatening hoodlums. They should be able to sing with gusto and be willing to work on the rigours of physical comedy.
Dandy Dan’s Gang
Dandy’s gang members are really bad guys. Also known as The Hoods, they sing a little, but they splurge a lot! Suave looking types who can pull off slicked back hair and double breasted suits. Many productions have successfully cast girls in these roles. The Hoods include: Bronx Charlie, Benny Lee, Yonkers, Laughing Boy and Doodle.
Tallulah’s Girls
Tallulah’s Girls perform at the speakeasy, and they include Tillie, Loretta, Dotty and Bangles. These girls should be very at home singing and dancing and should work well as ensemble singers. They are basically Tallulah’s gang! Bangles has the most dialogue of the girls.
Featured Ensemble
These roles are featured comedic parts that do not require great singers: Oscar De Velt is the stage equivalent of Cecil B. Demille. A strong, confident actor will fit the bill here. Marbini the Magician and the Ventriloquist are two wonderfully funny smaller roles in the audition scene with Oscar De Velt. Both of them are convinced they are world famous. The Opera Singer and the other bits in this scene are all great cameos.
Audition Pieces
Libretto
Seymour Scoop, O’Dreary, Smolsky
Bangles, Tilly, Dotty, Velma Loretta
Vocal
‘Bugsy’ - Male:
Song: ‘Down and Out’ – Beginning until 0.50
https://youtu.be/0uhzWt8wywQ?si=fS040atIYxQ2-uUv
‘Tallulah’ – Female:
Song: ‘My Name Is Tallulah’ – 0.30 until 1.50
https://youtu.be/jTIVJPZr8lE?si=6pcwtU3Bei1FhlCf
‘Blousey’ – Female:
Song: ‘I’m Feeling Fine’ – Beginning until 0.50
https://youtu.be/tZbxPjkKxAE?si=DDVHYjXIlYUcscqg
‘Fizzy’ – Male or Female:
Song: ‘Tomorrow’ – 0.58 until 1.48
https://youtu.be/zdPtrvVhm6I?si=6Y7bURLLF3QSqxwQ
‘Joe’ – Male (can be Female):
Song: ‘So You Wanna Be A Boxer’ – Beginning until 0.55
https://youtu.be/Je1rdDOUin0?si=fZiwytj97Pjr4811
‘Bugsy Malone Singers’ – Male or Female
Song ‘Bugsy Malone’ – Beginning until 1.14
https://youtu.be/2wf625ymvEY?si=3lqWxCtJA1LIU1kh
‘Chorus’ – Male or Female:
Song: ‘Fat Sam’s Grand Slam’ – Beginning until 25 seconds
https://youtu.be/Q4DSTt3zGIM?si=G_Ho9M_L-8_mmxLD
‘Fat Sam’s Gang’ – Male or Female:
Song: ‘Bad Guys’ - Beginning until 0.50
https://youtu.be/9URDmmTl9Cs?si=KmW_tBAQOi6M8x96
Auditions - Summer Concert
Louth Playgoers Summer Concert 2024
POPULAR!
Directed by Jamie Harris
Musical Director Simon Percy
Produced by Frances Brindle and Derek Smith
Louth Playgoers annual summer spectacle returns after a break in 2023, for what is now our 8th summer concert from the creative team.
This year's title is "Popular" and incorporates songs from 24 of the longest running musicals in West End/Broadway history!
Meeting/Audition Date - Sunday 2nd June 2024 at 2.30pm
Rehearsals - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 18th June 2024, along with Sunday 7th July 2024.
Show Date - Saturday 27th July 2024 - 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Who can take part? - Anyone aged 11 and above.
Cost to take part - LPS Gold Membership required to perform (can be purchased after casting). £10 Show Fee.
There is no audition to be in chorus for this show. Anyone aged 11 or over can take part.
However, if you would like to be considered for a solo/duet (and you have not previously taken part in an LPS Summer Concert) you will need to audition with one of the below songs:-
Soprano - Defying Gravity
Demo Track | Backing Track
Alto - What I Did for Love
Demo Track | Backing Track
Tenor - Bui Doi
Demo Track | Backing Track
Baritone - If I Were a Rich Man
Demo Track | Backing Track
With a very tight rehearsal period (5 weeks) rehearsal commitment is a must, so please do consider your availability during this time before committing to the process.
Show week rehearsals are compulsory!
If you have any further questions or queries please contact the Director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com, or call the theatre on 01507 600350 who can pass a message onto him.
Auditions - Anything Is Possible If You Think About It Hard Enough
Anything Is Possible If You Think About It Hard Enough
Written by Cordelia O'Neill
Directed by Jamie Harris
Assistant Director Sarah Elliott
Audition Date
Wednesday 29th May 2024
7.30pm
Louth Riverhead Theatre
Performance Dates
Monday 7th - Saturday 12th October 2024 in the Studio Theatre.
Rehearsal Days
Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 30th July 2024
There will also be 2 or 3 Sunday rehearsals to be agreed by the cast and creative team.
LPS Gold Membership required to perform (can be purchased after casting).
£10 Show Fee.
Synopsis
Alex and Rupert aren't a conventional match, but a caffeinated meeting on the Underground ignites a spark. Skip forward to them fighting over baby names, nursery colours and ways to save money. All the signs of a normal family in waiting.
Then Alex goes into labour, their baby is born still – and their world implodes. What follows is a window into how a couple find the strength to move forward, the will to stay together, and the determination to keep alive the memory of their child.
Anything is Possible if You Think About It Hard Enough takes us to the depths of grief to find hope, and to the edge of insanity to find reason. There is humour, too, in the most unexpected places.
Cordelia O'Neill's play was first presented by Small Things Theatre at Southwark Playhouse, London, in September 2021, and won the Best New Play award at the 2022 Offies
Roles Available
Rupert (M) - Playing age 20-40
Alex (F) - Playing age 20-40
Audition Text
Important Information
The creative team are hoping to have 2 casts to perform 3 shows each. 1 cast of playing age 20-30 and 1 cast of 30-40. This will depend on the turnout at the auditions.
Due to the way in which the script is written there will be a necessity for cast members to be off book before rehearsals commence. There are 9 weeks from the audition to the first rehearsal in which to accomplish this and you will be issued with a full script as soon as the show has been cast.
We would encourage all prospective cast members to do some research into this play as it does contain some sensitive and emotive subject matter.
If you have any further questions in regards to this show please do contact the director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com or call the theatre on 01507 600350 and they will get a message to him.
Auditions - Last of the Summer Wine
"Last of the Summer Wine" is written exclusively for the stage by Roy Clarke: the man who brought these beloved characters to our small screens.
This is a never seen on TV "episode" from the lives of Compo, Clegg and Foggy - a last adventure to add to their collection! The writing holds the essence of the original characters and provides ample opportunity to bring them to life.
We are looking to fill the following roles with those who can capture the energy of the characters without age as a barrier - if you want to have a go, please come along!
Clegg - expecting a quiet and respectable retirement despite being married to the sharp tongued Edith for 31 years and is always reluctantly drawn into Foggy and Compo's shemes - somewhat pessimistic with a wry sense of humour.
Foggy - a former soldier who likes to boast of his exploits in Burma during WWII while he was, in fact, a sign writer. He considers himself regimental and heroic while coming across as a generally meek and incompetent gentleman.
Compo - a nickname derived from being on unemployment compensation, he's been "on the compo" long enough for it to stick. A loveable, working class scruff who is often exploited by others to do their dirty work.
Nora Batty - the archetypal broom wielding battleaxe, she's humourless and against displaying her feelings. She keeps her husband firmly under her thumb and Compo under control - almost!
Constance - Nora's niece who works as a librarian and is the long-standing fiancee of Gifford
Gifford Bewmont - a special constable who has pledged to apprehend the Flasher, has organised all-night patrols in the village. He has been engaged to Constance for 14 years yet he has never bought her a ring
Flash - a yet to be apprehended man of mystery who streaks at the full moon
Audition Pieces
Audition Piece 1 - Clegg, Foggy, Nora, Constance, Gifford
Audition Piece 2 - Clegg, Foggy, Compo, Flash
Audition Piece 3 - Clegg, Foggy, Compo, Nora, Constance, Flash
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be held on a Tuesday and Thursday beginning in early June.
Performance Dates
Monday 9th September 2024 - Saturday 14th September 2024
Oliver! Adult Auditions
Auditions (you only need to attend one night)
Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd January 2024
7.30pm
Louth Riverhead Theatre
**Auditions open to anyone 16 years old (Sixth Form) and above**
Show Dates
Wednesday 15th - Sunday 26th May 2024 (12 performances)
Rehearsal Days
Tuesdays & Thursdays (with some Wednesdays) from w/c 29th January 2024.
Not all cast will be at all rehearsals initially. A full rehearsal schedule will be provided.
Audition materials for each of the available roles can be found below:-
Fagin (M) - Playing age 30+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two | File Three
Nancy (F) - Playing age 18-40
Audition Materials - File One | File Two | File Three
Bill Sikes (M) - Playing age 25+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Mr Bumble (M) - Playing age 25+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Widow Corney (F) - Playing age 25+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Mr Sowerberry (M) - Playing age 30+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Mrs Sowerberry (F) - Playing age 30+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Bet (F) - Playing age 17-25
Audition Materials - File One
Mr Brownlow (M) - Playing age 50+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Mrs Bedwin (F) - Playing age 50+
Audition Materials - File One
Dr Grimwig (M) - Playing age 40+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Old Sally (F) - Playing age 50+
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Noah/Charlotte - (M/F) Playing age 18-25
Audition Materials - File One | File Two
Rose/Milk/Strawberry/Knife Sellars - (F/F/F/M) - Any age
Audition Materials - File One
Chorus - (M/F) Any age
Audition Materials - File One
Some information to note:-
- There is a £25.00 per person show fee to take part in this production. This will need to be paid at the first rehearsal in January.
- Rehearsal commitment is absolutely essential due to the scale of the production. Please consider your availability between January and May before auditioning.
- At present we are not looking to double cast any of the roles unless the audition panel are unable to decide between 2 auditionees.
- If you were cast in a principal/chorus role back in 2020 when the production was cancelled due to Covid this is no guarantee of being cast in a role again. This is a new show with a new creative team and new auditions.
- If you are auditioning for a principal role you don't need to audition for the chorus as if you are unsuccessful for a principal role you will be considered for a role in the chorus.
If you have any further questions in relation to the auditions or the production please contact the Producer Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com or you can call the theatre on 01507 600350 who will then get a message to him.
Oliver! Children's Auditions
Show dates Wednesday 15th - Sunday 26th May 2024
Produced by Jamie Harris
Directed by Sophie Grundy-Holmes & Phillip Marshall Jnr
Musical Director - Nicola Drewery
Choreography - Nicky Wright
Assistant Director - Vicki Wright
Louth Playgoers are proud and excited to be producing Lionel Bart's classic, family favourite "Oliver!" as it's season end musical production in May 2024. And we need a large chorus of children to join us to play the orphans, Fagin's gang and of course the pivotal roles of both the Artful Dodger and Oliver himself!
Rehearsals will take place on Tuesday & Thursday (with some Wednesday) evenings from the week commencing 29/01/2024. The children will not be needed at all rehearsals initially (although Dodger & Oliver will be needed at more than the chorus children) and a detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided in January before rehearsals commence.
Every member of the children's chorus will be in all 12 performances for the opening workhouse scene. We will then have one team stay on as Fagin's gang each show, meaning each member of the children's chorus will have 6 of the 12 performances where they will be required for the whole show.
The roles available, the age ranges for them and all audition materials can be found below. Please note Oliver/Dodger is playing age not actual age and we will be looking for 2 performers to play both roles on alternate nights:-
Oliver
Male performer (unbroken voice)
Playing age 8-11
Audition script (link)
Audition song (link)
The Artful Dodger
Male/Female performer (unbroken voice)
Playing age 11-16
Audition script (link)
Audition song (link)
Orphans/Fagin's gang
Male/Female performers
Age 7-16
Audition song (link)
A few further things to note:-
There is a £10.00 per child show fee for this production which is payable by the first rehearsal in January 2024.
Parents will not be allowed into the audition room. We ask that you wait in the theatre foyer until your child has finished their audition.
If your child is wanting to audition for the chorus but is not available on Sunday 19th November 2023 then there is the possibility they could audition in January with the adults. This is providing we don't fill all available slots at the Sunday 19th November auditions. Please contact the producer Jamie Harris if this is the case.
Any child wishing to audition for the roles of Oliver or Dodger must attend on Sunday 19th November 2023.
If your child is successful in gaining the role of Oliver but their voice then breaks during the rehearsal period, we regrettably have to inform you that they would then forfeit the role.
For any further questions or queries please contact the producer Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com
Auditions: Agatha Christie - And Then There Were None
Agatha Christie - And then there were none
Script by: Samuel French
Co-directors: Daniel Wakefield & Katherine Briggs
Audition date: Mon 16th October 7:30 - Studio Theatre
Show dates: 6-9th March (Wed-sat) evenings with no matinee
Rehearsal days: Mon and Wed evenings (a full rehearsal schedule will be available at the auditions for you to look over)
Script fee: All successfully cast actors will be asked to pay for their own scripts (approx £10)
Synoposis
A mysterious invitation arrives and ten strangers are summoned to a luxurious mansion on a remote island off the coast of Devon. Upon arrival, the guests soon realise not everything is as it seems and, as a storm crashes over the island, a more sinister plot begins to develop making the reason that they have all been gathered terrifyingly clear.
This play is based on the novel “And Then There Were None” by Agatha Christie, renowned for her ability to weave together suspense and drama with an unhealthy dose of murder. This adaptation, produced by Louth Playgoers, aims to recreate this dramatic story using modern stylised approaches whilst staying true to the original setting and plot.
Characters
Rogers - M (30+) Dignified butler
Mrs Rogers - F (30+) Maid and wife of Rogers
Vera Claythorne - F (30+) - Former governess not secretary
Philip Lombard - M (40+) - Former mercenary soldier
William Blore - M (50+) - Former policeman
General Mackenzie - M (60-65 +) Retired general
Emily Brent - F (55+) - Older religious woman
Sir Lawrence Wargrave - M (55+) - Recently Retired judge
Dr. Armstrong - M (40+) - Doctor
Fred Narracott - M (18+) Ferryman (smaller part)
Anthony marston - M (18+) Wealthy young man
Audition packs:
Audition packs will be available on the night, however, copies of the extracts can be found below for you to look at in preparation for the evening.
Audition pieces
Auditions - Louth Playgoers Christmas Concert 2023
Featuring over 30 of you favourite festive songs. A chance to start the Christmas season with a bang!
Show Date - Saturday 25th November 2023 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Directed by Jamie Harris
Musical Director Jacqueline Wilson
Assistant Director Gary Starkie
Rehearsal Dates are listed below. Commitment is needed due to the very few rehearsals we have. The rehearsals marked in bold are compulsory and cannot be missed:-
Tues 3rd October
Tues 10th October
Tues 17th October
Sun 22nd October
Tues 24th October
Weds 25th October
Weds 1st November
Tues 7th November
Mon 13th November
Weds 15th November
Tues 21st November
Thurs 23rd November
Meeting/Audition Date - Sunday 24th September 2023 2.30pm at Louth Riverhead Theatre.
All those interested in being involved in this show need to attend this meeting, where the full song setlist will be revealed.
Those that wish to only be in the chorus do not need to audition. Those that wish to be considered for solos/duets will need to audition with the songs below:-
Soprano/Tenor - O Holy Night
O Holy Night - Demo Track
O Holy Night - Backing Track
Alto/Baritone - Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Demo Track
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Backing Track
*Due to unavoidable rehearsal clashes, those involved in this seasons LPS pantomime "Snow White" will be unable to take part in the concert*
**The show is open to anyone aged 11 (Year 7) and above**
***There will be a £10.00 per person performance fee for this show***
If you have any further questions or enquires please contact the director Jamie Harris at jamieharris807@googlemail.com
Auditions - Snow White
SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARVES
Written by Philip Marshall Junior
Producers: Derek Smith and Stuart Spendlow
Directors: Philip Marshall Junior and Alice Murray
Musical Director: Nicola Drewery
Audition Dates: 17th September 2023 @ 2.30pm and 18th September 2023 @ 7.30pm
Show Dates: Fri 12th – Sunday 21st January 2024 (Weekend performances include a matinee and evening performance)
Rehearsals: Every Tuesday and Thursday, plus Sunday 15th October, 8th January and 10th January (these ones are a MUST attend)
Show Fee: Please note that for Louth Playgoers’ Pantomimes and Musicals all cast are required to pay a show fee to take part.
The fees are:
Adults - £25 | Adult Couple - £45 | Children - £10
Payment is due by first rehearsal.
Synopsis:
The Evil Queen longs to be the fairest in all the land, however there is one person in her way, her stepdaughter Snow White. She hatches a plan to finally be rid of her, but things go a little awry. Elsewhere, a Prince from a far-off Kingdom arrives in search of love and befriends the local delivery boy before setting off on an adventure.
Characters:
Snow White (F) Late Teens/20’s
Principal Girl. Princess, down to earth, kind and loving.
Prince Sam (M) Late Teens/20’s
Principal Boy. A charming young man, adventurous, but evidently normal.
Evil Queen (F) 30-50
Evil Villain. Snow White’s step-mother. Beautiful on the outside, but horrible on the inside.
King White (M) 40+
Snow White’s father and King. A joyful man who loves being king and is totally oblivious to most things going on around him.
Nanny Patti Cakes (M) Typically Older Male but no Age Limit
Traditional Dame. The Palace cook. Widowed but looking for a husband so she can quit her job.
Johnny Cakes (M/F) 20’s/30’s
The Simple Simon. Best friends with Snow White. Delivery boy for the palace. Can be changed to a female name.
Lanky (M/F) Any Age
A rather short and yet preferably larger criminal for hire. Whilst technically bad, Lanky has not a single evil bone in their body and most of their crimes are harmless and stupid.
The Dwarves (M/F) Any Age (must be short though…)
(Stinky, Smiley, Loudly, Nervously, Bravely, Snarky and Dave) 7 siblings who all live in a house in the magical forest. NOTE: Dave can be any height can be played by either gender, as can any of the other dwarves.
Fairy in the Mirror (M/F) Any Age
A magical mirror that can only speak the truth. (Chorus Singing Only)
Chorus (M/F) Any Age
There are lots of opportunities for other speaking roles for chorus members, including villagers, criminals, palace staff, weirdos (sounds cooler than it is)
(Note: These ages and genders are just guides. If you feel you may be good for a part, please audition)
Audition Acting Pieces
Evil Queen and Fairy in the Mirror
(Note: Chorus will be doing an audition exercise with the directors)
Audition Songs
Dwarves, Johnny, Lanky, Fairy in the Mirror and Chorus – 9 to 5
Backing Track | Example Track | Lyrics
Nanny Patti Cakes – Made You Look
Backing Track | Example Track | Lyrics
Evil Queen – Love Doesn’t stand A Chance
Backing Track | Example Track | Lyrics
Sam and King – Haven’t Met You Yet
Backing Track | Example Track | Lyrics
Snow White – I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Backing Track | Example Track | Lyrics
(Note: These characters do not necessarily sing these specific songs)