Peter and the Starcatcher
by Vexler Theatre
Feb. 12 (2017)
"A larky sance with Barrie's mythic characters: part pantomime, part story theatre, and all delight." – The New Yorker
“Miraculous. Spectacle, wit, and joy spill out of this production like treasure from a magic pocket.”
– New York Magazine
First and foremost, it should be understood that Peter and the Starcatcher is NOT a children’s show - it is designed for imaginative adult audiences! It is a swashbuckling grownup’s prequel to Peter Pan. This Tony Award-winning show upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up.
From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants, to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, Peter and the Starcatcher playfully explores the depths of greed and despair, and the bonds of friendship, duty, and love. Featuring a dozen actors portraying more than 100 unforgettable characters, Peter and the Starcatcher uses stagecraft and the limitless possibilities of imagination to bring the story to life.
AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT - Peter and the Starcatcher
*Interested in auditioning but can't attend the audition on February 12? Let us know!
HOW TO AUDITION
- Email The Vex to request an appointment and for further instructions.
- Prepare a comedic and/or adventurous monologue, not to exceed one minute in length.
- Familiarize yourself with this tune (see YouTube video below) for the audition. While we are not requiring memorization of the lyrics, we would like you to be comfortable enough to take risks and enjoy your performance. Feel free to have the lyric sheet in hand as needed.
- Directed by Ken Frazier and Tami Kai
- All roles are open and the show will be cast with actors on a volunteer basis.
- Actors should be aware that the roles in this show demand performers who are risk-taking, energetic, and extremely expressive.
- Review the rehearsal and performance schedule below.
- Auditions may include cold reading, pirate shanties and/or physical pantomime.
- Auditions will be held at The Vex, located at 12500 NW Military Hwy., in the lower level of the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community. When you arrive at The Campus, check in on the Main Level at the Central Information Desk. IDs will be required to access the lower level.
- GENDER FLEXIBILITY: Traditionally, only one female actor is cast in this show. That is not the case in this production. We are looking for good actors and are open to casting ladies in roles, even beyond what is noted in the Character Breakdown (see below, attached).
- One last note: Have fun! Be bold! Take risks! Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Present yourself as an actor of enormous talent, ingenious stagecraft, and the limitless possibilities of imagination!
Before auditioning, please review the Notes on Casting from Ken & Tami. Also included in the document is a description of each character.
REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE INFO
- Regular rehearsals will begin late March. A few meetings and read-throughs may be scheduled before that time.
- Rehearsals are typically Monday - Thursday, 7 pm-10 pm. Friday and weekend rehearsals will be added, as needed, throughout the rehearsal period.
- The final two weeks and weekends will include technical and dress rehearsals with the full company called.
PERFORMANCES
- Show Dates: May 4 - June 4, 2017 | No performance Thursday, June 1.
- Performances are Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 8 pm, & Sundays at 2:30 pm. There may be one Sunday evening performance.
- Call time is one hour before curtain.
