AUDITIONS

Audition FAQ

Where are the auditions?
The auditions are located at our home:
Tall Trees Amphitheater, in Monroeville Park West.
Just off Tilbrook Rd in Monroeville, PA.

View Larger Map This map should get you there. Important note: You can only get into the park from Tilbrook Rd., so make sure google doesn't route you another way.

When are the auditions?
Saturday, May 30 and Saturday, June 6.  Auditions are scheduled individually. Call 412-537-1705 to schedule or email Yorick at yorick@pooryoricksplayers.org

Will there be a callback date?
Callbacks will be on Sunday, June 7, at 12:00. There will also be a fight choreography section of the callback, so please wear shoes and clothing you can move in comfortably.

What do you need to see at the audition?
One monologue. Prepared monologues are preferred, but not required.

Do you care what monologue I perform?
Any Shakespeare is preferred, especially Romeo and Juliet, but a contemporary monologue is acceptable as well.

Do I need a resume or headshot?
A resume is preferred, but not required. A headshot is not necessary.

When are the performances scheduled?
The performances are scheduled for August 7-9 at the Tall Trees Amphitheater. All performances are free of charge. We may also perform on the weekend of July 31-August 2. More details to come.

When are the rehearsals scheduled?
Rehearsals begin June 22, with a short cast meeting on June 10. Rehearsals are generally Monday-Thursday evening.  Many actors may only be required two days a week.  Those in leading roles or involved in stage combat may be needed more often.

What's your philosophy on gender switching roles?
Shakespeare is often very short on women's roles. Gender switches are one good way to solve that problem. Romeo and Juliet provides many good opportunities for gender switching.

Can you give me a short synopsis of the play?
Shakespeare probably said it best:

Two households, both alike in dignity,
In fair Verona, where we lay our scene,
From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,
Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.
From forth the fatal loins of these two foes
A pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life;
Whose misadventured piteous overthrows
Do with their death bury their parents' strife.

Should I watch any of the movie versions?
Only as a reference of the general plot and characters. Beware the desire to be influenced by another actor's take on a role.