Auditions are closed for this play.

A Christmas Carol

Nov 2nd-Dec 9th 2018
A Holiday Classic With a Twist.
by: Michael Paller

Directed by: Annette Alliano
Produced by:Annette Alliano

Audition Notes:
AUDITION NOTES:

A Christmas Carol; by Michael Paller; based on book by Charles Dickens.

Directed by Annette Alliano

AUDITION DATES: September 3, 2018 and September 4, 2018.

TIME: 7:00 pm (arrive early for paperwork and schedule comparison).

VENUE: PowPAC Theater, 13250 Poway Road, Poway CA 92064.

METHOD: Cold readings from script.

NOTES: Head shots and resumes are very helpful but not required for audition. Appointments not necessary.

A Christmas Carol runs November 2, 2017 thru December 9, 2017 (no performances over Thanksgiving weekend).

Performances on Friday & Saturday at 8:00, Sunday at 2:00.

For additional information please contact the Director at 858-748-2124 or annetteinsm@gmail.com.
Cast Requirements:
Charles Dickens: In his thirties; a dynamo of energy with a mesmerizing voice.
Also plays Ebenezer Scrooge.

Mark Lemon: He is advancing toward middle age and corpulence; editor of the humorous weekly, “Punch” magazine.
Also plays first portly gentleman, Fezziwig, fat man, man on bed.

Frederick Dickens: In his mid-twenties; younger brother of Charles Dickens and is something of a ne’er-do-well, the charming variety.
Also plays Fred, young Scrooge, Peter Cratchit, Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (I), Old Joe.

Clarkson Stanfield: In his thirties; a painter by profession; he is mischievous yet gentle.
Also plays Bob Cratchit, Ghost of Christmas Past, Topper, the thin man, the Undertaker.

Helen Hogarth: Around ten years old; niece of Charles Dickens.
Also plays a caroler, Fan, a little Fezziwig, Belinda Cratchit

Charley Dickens: Around ten years old; son of Charles Dickens.
Also plays a caroler, young Ebenezer, a little Fezziwig, Tiny Tim, the boy.

Mrs. Stanfield: In her early thirties; wife of Clarkson Stanfield; charming and delicate.
Also plays Belle, Martha Cratchit, Mrs. Fred’s sister, the Charwoman.

Catherine Dickens: In her late twenties to early thirties; wife of Charles Dickens; strong, sturdy woman.
Also plays Mrs. Fezziwig, Mrs. Cratchit, Mrs. Fred, Mrs. Dilber.

John Forster: In his thirties; closest friend of Charles Dickens; he is more gruff and taciturn.
Also plays second portly gentleman, Ghost of Jacob Marley, Dick Wilkins, Ghost of Christmas Present, man with the handkerchief, Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (II).

The Child: Around ten years old; Charles Dickens’ creative inner self.

Plot Synopsis:
The Holiday Classic has a twist! This fresh approach to the classic tale faithfully conveys the magic of Dickens. On Christmas Eve in 1843 friends and family gathered at Dickens' home ask him to tell a story, but he refuses to work on Christmas Eve. If there is going to be a story, each must take a part in its telling. And so, the story unfolds with the cast of 10 playing over 40 parts.

In Memoriam
  • Brent Stringfield
  • Memorial Fund



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