Williamstown Little Theatre Inc.
Author: Shelagh Stephenson'
Director: Brett Turner
Genre: Comedy
Synopsis
Set in a coastal cottage in the north of England, Mary, Teresa and Catherine gather to prepare for their mother’s funeral. As they confront their shared past, their memories and conflicting recollections of childhood resurface revealing deep-seated rivalries, secrets, and the powerful impact of their mother’s presence. Stephenson’s memorable drama/comedy won the 2000 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy.
Characters
Characters Summary:
6 characters: 4 female and 2 male
Characters Description:
Vi : Mid 40’s. Mother of the sisters, appears only with Mary. Very stylish 60’s dress sense. Chats with Mary, still dispenses advice.
Mary : 45. Doctor, possibly alcoholic, tries to control situations. Having an affair with a married man. Talks to her mum. Carries a secret.
Teresa : 43. Organised, runs a health supplement company. Trying to keep things together while arranging the funeral. Does not feel like she’s supported by her sisters.
Çatherine : 41. Always spoken down to by her sisters, constantly feels victimized by people, hypochondriac. Self-medicates.
Mike : Mid 50’s. Doctor. Having an affair with Mary, married with children, tries to keep the peace.
Frank : Late 40’s. Married to Teresa, travelling salesman, hates his job, feels boxed in by life. Possibly feels under the thumb.
Please note - the ages listed above are only a guide.
Precast Characters:
Nil
Audition Venue & Dates
Audition Dates and Times:
12:30pm on:
7:00pm on:
Audition Venue Name: Williamstown Little Theatre
Audition Venue Address:
2-4 Albert Street
Williamstown
Audition Enquiries Contact: Brett Turner (Director) - bturnsta63@gmail.com
Performances
Season Dates: 17 Apr 2024 - 4 May 2024
Showtimes:
5:00pm on:
- Sun 21st Apr 2024
- Sun 28th Apr 2024
8:15pm on:
- Wed 17th Apr 2024
- Thu 18th Apr 2024
- Fri 19th Apr 2024
- Sat 20th Apr 2024
- Wed 24th Apr 2024
- Thu 25th Apr 2024
- Fri 26th Apr 2024
- Sat 27th Apr 2024
- Wed 1st May 2024
- Thu 2nd May 2024
- Fri 3rd May 2024
- Sat 4th May 2024
More info
Other Information
Other Information:
All female roles will be required to smoke (herbal only).
Auditions are by appointment only. Please contact the Director via email for enquiries and to arrange an audition.
