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Macbeth
by William Shakespeare directed by David McLean

Performance Dates: 20 June 2025 – 5 July 2025

Audition Dates: Sunday 9 March 2025 (6pm), and Monday 10 March (7pm) at our theatre, 29 Burke Road, Malvern East

CHARACTERS
Macbeth, Male: 20-30
Young and fearless, Macbeth is also naïve. His psychological transition over the course of the play speaks to the universal journey of innocence to experience. Lead role.
Lady Macbeth: Female, 20-30
A presence who is aware of her ability to influence. At the same time, she is ignorant of the destructive consequences of her actions. She thinks she can control the situation but this is her undoing. Lead role.
Malcolm: Male, 20-30
Developing a wisdom beyond his years, Malcolm restores order to the kingdom but must first ascertain the fidelity of Macduff.
Banquo: Male, 20-30
A loyal friend, his growing suspicion of Macbeth serves as a counterpoint to those who give in to ambition.
Macduff: Male, 20-30
Constant and dependable, Macduff sacrifices everything he has to restore order to Scotland.
Witches (1, 2 and 3): All Genders, 18-30
Three separate roles: the witches are a continual presence in the play. They need to be able to move gracefully and work in sync with each other. They shadow the action in the play without upstaging. They have also been given an extra character each (messenger, Seyton, murderer, attendant). An added layer of interpretation is possible when their witch character bleeds into the minor character as if there is a knowledge of things to come.
Ross, Angus, Lennox: All Genders, 18-30
Three separate roles: Ross, Angus and Lennox are, for the most part, dependable retainers whose loyalty is challenged as events unfold. Given their continuous presence throughout the play, they are unlikely to be asked to take on another role. They all become disenfranchised with Macbeth’s rule.
Sergeant, Old Man, Lord 3, Menteith: Male, 18-40
A battle scarred veteran, an old man of three score and ten, a nobleman. There will be a need to create four distinct characters. Part of the ensemble.
Donalbain, Lord 4, Siward: All Genders, 18-40
Youth and experience can be found in these characters. Donalbain is naïve but Siward has an army at his disposal. Part of the banquet scene as well and one of Macbeth’s retinue. Part of the ensemble.
Duncan, Doctor, Second Murderer: Male, 18-30
The ability to be regal, able to commit murder but ultimately, a physician who can no longer care for his patients. Part of the ensemble.
Porter, First Murderer, Caithness: All Genders, 18-30
The Porter is a character scene – comic timing essential. Being a murderer could also be fun. Part of the ensemble.
Lady Macduff, Gentlewoman: Female, 18-30
Duty stands out as the quintessential elements of these two characters. There will be a need to clearly differentiate between the two. Part of the ensemble.
Fleance, Siward Jnr: Male or Female, under 15
Two junior roles with Siward Jnr being a little older than Fleance. Part of the ensemble.
Macduff Jnr, Messenger: Male or Female, under 15
The innocence of youth in both these roles.

Precast Characters:
None

SYNOPSIS
“Stars, hide your fires. Let not light see my black and deep desires.” A valiant and trusted soldier, Macbeth is propelled down a dark and treacherous path when an encounter with supernatural beings bring to the surface secret dreams of power. Spurred on by his ruthless wife, he embarks on a terrifying quest to get the Scottish crown. But once got, it must be kept. Macbeth’s determination leads him into a nightmare world of murder and madness, taking the country to the very brink of catastrophe.
Shakespeare’s most thrilling story of unchecked ambition, witches and ghosts, castles and swordfights, is a harrowing exploration of crime and guilt, power and corruption. Malvern Theatre Company’s production of Macbeth will excite all lovers of this classic play.

Audition Enquiries: David McLean

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will be required to hold a current Working With Children Check or be willing to get one prior to the commencement of rehearsals.

You must book an audition time with the Director (refer information on the Victorian Drama League website for additional information, including contact details for the Director). After you have booked an audition time, you will be emailed a link to complete an online Audition Form.

The Humans
by Stephen Karam, directed by Nicky Neville-Jones

Performances Dates: 22 Aug 2025 – 6 September 2025

Audition Dates: Sunday 13 April 2025 (7pm), and Monday 14 April (7pm) at our theatre, 29 Burke Road, Malvern East

CHARACTERS (open to all ethnicities)
Erik Blake: Male, 55-65
The 60-year-old father of the Blake family. He is an active Catholic. He lives in Scranton, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Deirdre. Erik has worked maintenance and as an equipment manager at a private Catholic school for the last 28 years, where his daughters also attended school. He and Deirdre have been caring for his mother, Momo, who is suffering from dementia. Main role.
Deidre Blake: Female, 55-65
Erik’s 61-year-old wife. She lives in Scranton, Pennsylvania with Erik, where they care for Erik’s mother, Momo. Deirdre, like Erik, is a devout Catholic and wishes her daughters followed suit. She has worked as an office manager in the same office for over 40 years. Main role.
Aimee Blake: Female, 30-40
The daughter of Erik and Deirdre. Amiee is having a hard year: she is going through a breakdown of a relationship with her partner, Carol; she works as a lawyer in a law firm that has recently informed her she is no longer on the partner track (meaning she should look for other employment); and she has developed health issues. Main role.
Brigid Blake: Female, 20-30
The other daughter of Erik and Deirdre. Originally from Scranton, Pennsylvania, she moved to New York to go to school. She just moved into a new apartment (with a loud upstairs neighbour and an interior courtyard full of cigarette butts) in Chinatown with her boyfriend, Richard. In this new apartment, she and Richard are hosting Thanksgiving for her family (the setting of the play). Main role.
Fiona “Momo” Blake: Female, 65+
Elderly mother of Erik. She lives with Erik and Deirdre, who are her caretakers, because she has dementia. She is not lucid very often and frequently mumbles under her breath. Before her illness, she was headstrong and independent. Supporting role.
Richard Saad: Male, 30-40
38-year-old boyfriend of Brigid. Comes from money, but will not be able to access his trust until he is 40. In school to get his Masters in social work. Main role.

PRECAST CHARACTERS
None

SYNOPSIS
The Humans is a poignant, award-winning drama (Tony Awards, Best Play) that, with humour and compassion explores the tensions and bonds in family life today. In Brigid’s run-down New York apartment, with bad wi-fi and strange noises upstairs, the Blake family comes together to celebrate Thanksgiving, bringing with them their anxieties, fears, and hidden struggles. But as they cook and eat, bicker and joke, darkness begins to fall and long buried tensions and secrets start to emerge. Plus, the strange noises upstairs may not be as innocent as they thought!

The Humans is warm, funny, uplifting and unsettling. Malvern Theatre Company is proud to present the Victorian premiere of this modern masterpiece, dubbed “Kind, rich and beautiful” (Chicago Tribune).

Audition Enquiries: Nicky Neville-Jones

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must book an audition time with the Director (refer information on the Victorian Drama League website for additional information, including contact details for the Director). After you have booked an audition time, you will be emailed a link to complete an online Audition Form.

Perfect Wedding
by Robin Howden directed by Pip Le Blond

Performance Dates: 24 October 2025 – 8 November 2025

Audition Dates: Sunday 18 May 2025 (7:30pm), and Monday 19 May (7:30pm) at our theatre, 29 Burke Road, Malvern East

CHARACTERS
Rachel, Female 20-30
The Bride. Always in command
Bill, Male 20-30
The Groom. Rarely in command
Tom, Male 20-30
The best man. Solid and dependable
Judy, Female 20-30
A girl. Gentle of character
Julie, Female 20-30
Chamber maid. Kooky and volatile
Daphne, Female 40-55
The Bride’s Mother. Emotional

PRECAST CHARACTERS
None

SYNOPSIS
The big day has finally arrived! In a few short hours, Tom and Rachel will be happily married. But when Tom wakes up in the bridal suite with a hangover, no memory of the night before, and a strange woman in bed beside him, he will have to think fast to save himself from disaster. When the best man arrives early, along with the chambermaid, and the mother-in-law, the only thing that could possibly make it worse would be for Rachel herself to … well, your wedding day is a day you’ll always remember!

With wild misunderstandings, hilarious mishaps, and loads of laughs, this frantic farce has delighted audiences in over 30 countries. You’re invited to this ‘Perfect’ Wedding!

Audition Enquiries: Pip Le Blond

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must book an audition time with the Director (refer information on the Victorian Drama League website for additional information, including contact details for the Director). After you have booked an audition time, you will be emailed a link to complete an online Audition Form.

VERY IMPORTANT
You must book an audition time with the Director (refer information on the Victorian Drama League website for additional information, including contact details for the Director). After you have booked an audition time, you will be emailed a link to complete an online Audition Form.