Don't Dress for Dinner
by Vexler Theatre
Jun. 18 - Jun. 19 (2017)
Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic Parisian mistress in his charming converted French farmhouse, whilst his wife, Jacqueline, is away. He has arranged for a cordon bleu cook to prepare gourmet delights, and has invited his best friend, Robert, along too to provide the alibi. It's foolproof; what could possibly go wrong? Well.... suppose Robert turns up not realizing quite why he has been invited. Suppose Robert and Jacqueline are secret lovers, and consequently determined that Jacqueline will NOT leave for the weekend. Suppose the cook has to pretend to be the mistress and the mistress is unable to cook. Suppose everyone's alibi gets confused with everyone else's. An evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed.
Directed by Dr. Richard Sodders
"Hurtling along at the speed of light, this breathtaking farce is a near faultless piece of theatrical invention. Within seconds we are drawn into a delicious web of marital treachery which accelerates with classic symmetry to an all-star denouement." - The Guardian
Auditions for Don't Dress for Dinner
Auditions at the Vexler on Sunday, June 18 & Monday, June 19*, 2017 starting at 7 pm. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
*Please let us know if you are interested in auditioning, but unavailable on those dates.
AUDITION INFO
All auditions are held at The Sheldon Vexler Theatre at 12500 N.W. Military Highway, San Antonio, Texas, 78231 (The Vex is located in the back of the Campus, on the lower level. Signs are typically posted in the building directing actors to the audition location.)
REHEARSALS
PERFORMANCES
CHARACTERS
*Age and race for the characters is indeterminate, but all should be adults. Bernard, Jacqueline, and Robert should be around the same age.
BERNARD– smart, funny man who is perhaps a little fussy. Not very good at being sly, but has a sharp mind and a quick wit. He is affable and charming, if not sexy.
JACQUELINE – strong, eloquent woman, able to think on her feet and manipulate on the fly. She is both cunning and a bit suspicious, but always charming and rarely loses her cool.
ROBERT – kind, not very good at lying and perhaps gets a bit too flustered under pressure. He is having an affair with Jaqueline, but is maybe not exactly cut out for the sneaking around and deception it requires.
SUZANNE – Bernard’s mistress. Charming and beautiful, she is not used to the dodging and scheming that this night requires, but she joins in rather quickly. She is used to the luxuries of a certain lifestyle and is comically incapable of basic household responsibilities.
GEORGE – Suzette’s husband. Large, strong and intimidating. He has a low tolerance for societal games and perhaps lacks the intelligence to keep up. He loves Suzette but has a bit of a jealous streak and an easily flaring temper
*Please let us know if you are interested in auditioning, but unavailable on those dates.
AUDITION INFO
- All roles are open and will be cast as volunteer positions.
- Prepare a comedic monologue, not to exceed one minute in length.
- Review the rehearsal and performance schedule below.
- Email The Vex to request an appointment and for further instructions.
All auditions are held at The Sheldon Vexler Theatre at 12500 N.W. Military Highway, San Antonio, Texas, 78231 (The Vex is located in the back of the Campus, on the lower level. Signs are typically posted in the building directing actors to the audition location.)
REHEARSALS
- Regular rehearsals will begin in July. A few meetings and read-throughs will be scheduled before that time.
- A typical Vex rehearsal schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7pm-10pm. Friday and weekend rehearsals are scheduled as needed throughout the rehearsal period.
- The final two weeks and weekends of rehearsals include technical and dress rehearsals with the full company called.
PERFORMANCES
- Show Dates: August 17– September 10, 2017
- Performance times: Thursdays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 8:00pm, Sunday matinees at 2:30pm. Tentative evening performance one Sunday.
- Call times are 1 hour before curtain.
CHARACTERS
*Age and race for the characters is indeterminate, but all should be adults. Bernard, Jacqueline, and Robert should be around the same age.
BERNARD– smart, funny man who is perhaps a little fussy. Not very good at being sly, but has a sharp mind and a quick wit. He is affable and charming, if not sexy.
JACQUELINE – strong, eloquent woman, able to think on her feet and manipulate on the fly. She is both cunning and a bit suspicious, but always charming and rarely loses her cool.
ROBERT – kind, not very good at lying and perhaps gets a bit too flustered under pressure. He is having an affair with Jaqueline, but is maybe not exactly cut out for the sneaking around and deception it requires.
SUZANNE – Bernard’s mistress. Charming and beautiful, she is not used to the dodging and scheming that this night requires, but she joins in rather quickly. She is used to the luxuries of a certain lifestyle and is comically incapable of basic household responsibilities.
GEORGE – Suzette’s husband. Large, strong and intimidating. He has a low tolerance for societal games and perhaps lacks the intelligence to keep up. He loves Suzette but has a bit of a jealous streak and an easily flaring temper
OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in being a part of one of our productions but not on stage? We have varying opportunities to work backstage, front of house, and more. Find out more about our volunteer opportunities, or join the production team for one of this season's shows!
