upcoming season
by Jarrott Productions
Sep. 20 - Sep. 21
The Shark is Broken by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon takes a deep dive into the murky waters of making a major motion picture with testy, feuding co-stars, unpredictable weather, and a mechanical shark whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of this movie. All of the action takes place in 1974 aboard the Orca in the open ocean east of Martha’s Vineyard, and centers on Jaws stars Robert Shaw (father of co-playwright Ian), Roy Scheider, and Richard Dreyfuss.
Dial M For Murder is a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher of the celebrated stage play by Frederick Knott that inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s 1954 film masterpiece . Tony is convinced that his wife Margot has been cheating on him and, in his jealousy, spins a web of suspicion and deception that will ensnare all of them in danger, recrimination, and murder. Still set in early 1950s London, the modern updates allow for a more interesting love triangle with even harsher consequences if it were revealed.
Jarrott Productions is pleased to announce auditions for our productions of The Shark Is Broken by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, (winter) and Dial M For Murder (spring) adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from Frederick Knott's original, both directed by JP Artistic Director David R. Jarrott.
Auditions will be on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 7-10pm and Saturday, September 21 from 2:30-4:30 pm at Violet Crown City Church. Auditions are by appointment only and will consist of readings of sides from the script. Callbacks are scheduled for Sunday, September 22 from 1-4 pm.
In-person auditions are by appointment only. To sign up for the in-person auditions please fill out this form. Be sure to follow all instructions on the form. You will be asked to upload a headshot and resume. Once signed up, you will receive an audition reminder with your time slot and more information regarding your audition.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out at jarrottproductions@gmail.com.
The Shark is Broken
To be directed by David R. Jarrott. A few rehearsals will be scheduled in December 2024 based on actor/staff availability. January 2025 rehearsals will take place from February 6th through January 25th, Monday through Friday evenings and midday Saturdays at Violet Crown City Church. Tech rehearsals for actors begin at Trinity Street Playhouse on Tuesday 1/28. A full rehearsal schedule will be distributed no later than our first rehearsal in January.
The show will run February 6th through 23rd, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:30pm at Trinity Street Playhouse.
This is a non-union production; each actor will receive a stipend.
Roles to be cast:
Robert Shaw, English Actor (Quint): Male-identifying, late 40s/early 50s
Roy Scheider, American Actor (Brody): Male-identifying, late 30s/early 40s
The role of Richard Dreyfuss (Hooper) has been cast.
Jarrott Productions is committed to employing artists that represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. With that in mind, we are excited to receive submissions from a diverse range of actors who are representative of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage you to research our organization and reach out to us if you have questions.
Side #1: Shaw, Scheider & Dreyfuss
Side #2: Shaw, Scheider & Dreyfuss
FULL SCRIPT: The Shark is Broken
Dial M For Murder
To be directed by David R. Jarrott. Rehearsals will take place from March 4th through March 29, Tuesday through Friday evenings and midday Saturdays. Tech rehearsals for actors begin on April 1st at Trinity Street Playhouse. A full rehearsal schedule will be distributed no later than our first rehearsal in March.
The show will run April 10th through 27th, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:30 pm at Trinity Street Playhouse.
This is a non-union production; each actor will receive a stipend.
Roles to be cast:
Margot Wendice: Female-identifying, 30s/40s, English dialect
Tony Wendice: Male-identifying, 40s, English dialect
Lesgate: Male-identifying, 30s/40s, English dialect
Inspector Hubbard: Male-identifying, 40s/50s, English dialect
The role of Maxine Hadley has been cast.
Jarrott Productions is committed to employing artists that represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. With that in mind, we are excited to receive submissions from a diverse range of actors who are representative of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage you to research our organization and reach out to us if you have questions.
SIDE #3: Tony, Maxine & Hubbard
SIDE #4: Tony, Maxine, Margot & Hubbard
FULL SCRIPT: Dial M For Murder
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