Hillbilly Hamlet
by Sam Bass Theatre Association
Aug. 23 - Aug. 24 (2021)
A modern rendition of Shakespeare's epic drama set in the American South. Outside of a rundown trailer, the leader of a meth empire, now a ghost, asks his child, Hamlet, to avenge his murder. A tale of betrayal, depression, heartbreak, violence.... and the lengths one will go to for justice.
Directed by Ashley Kelashian
Open auditions for an abridged, modernized production of Hamlet by William Shakespeare. Set in a trailer park. The royal family is a meth dynasty. The show will contain violence and references to drug use. All roles may be played by actors of any gender/race/ability. Seeking actors ages 16 and up. Must have parent’s permission/approval if under the age of 18.
Auditions: August 23rd / 24th, 2021, 6 pm to 8 pm
August 23th or 24th - Please perform a memorized one-minute monologue from a work by William Shakespeare. Sign up using the link below. Arrive at the theatre at least five minutes before your scheduled audition time. Please bring a hard copy of your headshot and resume if you have them.
Callbacks by invitation only August 25th - 6pm to 8pm. Will consist of cold readings from the script.
The cast will be announced by August 27th. Cast members will receive a copy of the script upon accepting their role so they can begin reviewing / loosely memorizing before the first rehearsal.
Rehearsals: 9/6-10/7
Performances: 10/8-10/10 and 10/15-10/17
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