Audition – Festen
- Dec 2nd 2008 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
- Dec 6th 2008 11:00 am to 5:30 pm
- Dec 7th 2008 11:00 am to 5:30 pm
Event Details
- Type: Audition
- Group: Festen
Address
- Address:
Bridewell Theatre, London
Contact Details
- Contact:: 07725 952 947 Email contact: rebecca [dot] m [dot] smith [at] gmail [dot] com
Extra Information
- Other Information: adapted for the stage by David EldridgeDirected by Anne-Marie LeighBased on Thomas Vinterberg’s 1988 Dogme film, Sedos are delighted to present this award winning adaptation.Family and friends gather to celebrate Helge’s 60th birthday. Rocked by the recent death of his twin sister Linda, Christian, the eldest son, raises the first toast. His shocking exposure of a dark family secret deals a staggering blow to their middle-class veneer of respectability, tolerance and discretion. Like a greek tragedy, no character is left unaffected, no reaction predictable; all that is left is the very human response to an unspeakable crime.PERFORMANCE / REHEARSAL DETAILS:
Show Dates: Tue Feb 24 to Sat Feb 28th 2009
Venue: The Bridewell TheatreRehearsal: Start Tue Dec 9th (break Dec 22-Jan 2nd for Christmas & New Years)
Rehearsal Days: Tue, Thu and all day SaturdayWORKSHOP:
Dec 2nd 7pm – 930pm
Venue: BPP WaterlooA chance to meet and speak to the production team, hear about the vision and expectations of the show, the roles, what to expect from the auditions and a chance to ask any questions.
Additionally there will be a chance to get on your feet and explore the style and demands of the show before the audition.
AUDITION:
Saturday Dec 6th with potential recalls on Sunday Dec 7th
Venue: The Distiller’s – Smithfield
Time: 2 available sections: 1100 – 1330 and 1430 – 1730To arrange an audition slot please contact Rebecca Smith at rebecca [dot] m [dot] smith [at] gmail [dot] com and you will be provided with the scenes for the audition. It would be appreciated if you noted which character(s) you will be auditioning for.
Character descriptions and playing ages are detailed below
Please ensure that you have read the script before the audition.If you need a copy please contact Rebecca Smith.
Using the Dogme style as inspiration, this piece will be highly character driven, and as such a high demand will be placed on the actor for character development. Therefore rehearsals will begin on Tuesday Dec 9th to maximize our exploration and development time – however, there will be a break for the season’s holidays
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN (by gender):
HELGE: Playing age: 45-60
Patriach of the family. Reserved but iron-willed and holds the family together.CHRISTIAN: Playing Age 25-40
Eldest Son of Helge, Twin of deceased Linda. Shy and unassuming, warm and loving.MICHAEL: Playing Age 25-40
Youngest son. Chip on his shoulder, aggression seems out of needing to seek approval.HELMUT: Playing Age 30-45
Lodge brother to Helge, and long time employee – currently MD of his company. Thinks of Helge as a father, has a deep and protective love for the familyPOUL: Playing Age 30-45
Lodge brother to Helge and family friend. Quite the hypochondriacGRANDFATHER: Playing Age 60-80
Lovable and quite senile. He exists happily in his own world.LARS: Playing Age 25-40
Family valet and has a deep fondness for Helene.KIM: Playing Age 25-40
Family chef, childhood school friend to ChristianGBATOKAI: Playing Age 25-40 Special note: black actor required
Boyfriend of Helene. Protective and loving he is a guest at the family celebration.ELSE: Playing age: 45-60
Wife of Helge. Subserviant but quiet strength. Clear morals but self-deluded about her family’s happiness.HELENE: Playing Age 25-40
Middle Child. A typical don’t-rock-the-boat attitude. Eager to pleaseMETTE: Playing Age 25-40
Wife of Michael. Ballsy. A true match for Michael. ProtectivePIA: Playing Age 25-40
Family servant and love interest to ChristianLITTLE GIRL: Playing Age 8-10
Daughter of Michael and Mette. Innocent and very shy, she is protected by her surroundings and the unfolding tragedy.
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