Our next Auditions will be for our fifth production for 2010.
THE DRAWER BOY by Michael Healey
Directed by Kris Weber
Morgan and Angus are two middle-aged farmers who have lived on their Central Ontario farm together for over thirty years. One day, a young Toronto actor, Miles, arrives to do hands-on research for a play he is writing about country life. Morgan is not too thrilled with the self-involved city dweller, and Angus, who is unable to remember that the young actor is even there due to a head injury sustained during World War II. Miles unwillingly stumbles upon the truth about their past and as a result, their lives are forever altered when art attempts to imitate life and the line between truth and fiction is crossed. What begins as an amusing portrayal of rural and urban culture-clash, slowly peels away layers of forgotten truths and lies, exposing hidden secrets of love and tragedy.
Monday 9th August from 8.00 pm
Audition Venue: Malvern Theatre, 29a Burke Road, East Malvern
Contact Kris Weber at kris@keweber.com
The Characters:
MORGAN – male, 50s. Angus’ carer, friend and protector. Morgan has a large secret that he is protecting Angus from discovering so, at times, can be perceived to be cruel, sadistic and bull-headed particularly toward Miles. He is, however, much deeper than this – sensitive, wile, intelligent with a fierce loyalty towards his friend. Lives with Angus on a farm in Canada. This is a challenging role for the right actor!
ANGUS – male, 50s. Because of a head injury suffered during the war Angus has a brain injury. This affects his memory and speech. He is child-like in many ways yet quite feisty and determined in others. He is sensitive, often puzzled and compliant however has quite a bit of dignity. Lives with Morgan on a farm in Canada. This character is a gift for the right actor!
MILES – male, 20s. A university drama student. On first reading this character may be thought to be naive, gullible and simply an ignorant city boy. He is idealistic and ‘young’ no doubt however he is also sensitive, empathic and, in many ways, as deceptive as Morgan in his determination to help Angus.
The above ages refer to the age range of the character, however the actor does not necessarily have to be in this age range. So, if you are in the 30s age range and you would like to audition for Miles then please do so.
Please do not bring Dustin Hoffman’s Rain Man into the audition space.
Canadian or appropriate US accent will be worked out once play has been cast. However, would like to hear a North American (or Canadian if you are able) accent at audition.
An expectation is that the play be read before attending the audition.
There are no pre-cast characters.
Rehearsal evenings will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Times may vary between 7.30 to 10.30 pm or 8.00 to 10.30 pm.
