Auditions are at Limelight Theatre for ‘Sense & Sensibility’ on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am.
About the Play
By Kate Hamill | Based on the novel by Jane Austen
Directed by Hazel Robinson
Oh the story of the impoverished Dashwood family! This play follows Elinor and Marianne who become destitute upon the death of their father, who leaves his estate to their half-brother, John. Due to his wife’s interference, they must survive on a meager allowance.
Audition Details
Dust off your British accent … auditions will consist of readings from the script with an English accent. The ages are flexible. Many roles will be double-cast. Be willing to be flexible and have a lot of fun!
* Bring a headshot and résumé
* Prepare a short monologue in the genre of the show (1-minute to 1.5 minutes)
Available Roles
* Elinor Dashwood – the eldest Dashwood sister (20-30)
* Marianne Dashwood – the middle sister (20-30)
* Margaret Dashwood – the youngest sister (10-13)
* Mrs. Dashwood – their mother (40s-50s)
* John Dashwood – half-brother to the sisters (30s)
* Edward Ferrars – a bachelor (30s-40s)
* Fanny Dashwood – John’s wife (not nice)
* Colonel Brandon – older bachelor (40s/50s)
* John Willoughby – young man (30s)
* Sir John Middleton – a relative, a country gentleman (30s-40s)
* Mrs. Jennings – mother-in-law to Sir John
* Lady Middleton – a lady
* Lucy Steele – young girl (20s-30s)
* Anne Steele – Lucy’s sister
* Robert – Ferrars – Edward’s younger brother
* Town Gossips (various ages)
* Ensemble (servants, doctor)
Click the event website link for all additional details.
Performances dates: April 4 to 19, 2025
