AUDITIONS
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Essendon presents 4 shows a year, watch this space to learn more about the roles and shows!
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All welcome
ETC always welcomes new faces and talent, and auditions are open to everyone who is suitable for designated roles. ETC is a community theatre company and, as such, no actors are paid.
Book your audition
Auditions are by appointment only. Get in touch with the director to book your audition time and obtain preparatory materials. This may include filling out the audition form.
Be prepared
Arrive 10 minutes early, with your monologue or scene work ready. Make sure you have followed any further instruction from the director to ensure you are ready to give your all.
Fees
There is no fee to audition, but successful cast must pay the $20 annual membership fee within one month of rehearsals. This covers administration and insurance costs.
WHAT YOU WANT...
SEASON 1 2027
Seventeen
By Matthew Whittet Directed by Jennifer Bite
Audition dates:
Saturday 7th November 2026: 2:00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday 8th November 2026: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Callbacks:
At the director’s discretion 14th November
Rehearsal dates:
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7 pm
& Sundays (exact time will be confirmed with successful cast)
Compulsory Rehearsal Dates:
The final rehearsal schedule will be shared with all successful cast members. Prospective Actors should ensure that they are available for performance dates and anticipate having clear availability on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays in the weeks before production.
All cast members MUST be available for tech week and all performance dates.
Performance dates:
Thursday 11th March @ 7:30pm
Friday 12th March @ 7:30pm
Saturday 13th March @ 7:30pm
Sunday 14th March @ 2:00pm [Matinee]
Thursday 18th March @ 7:30pm
Friday 19th March @ 7:30pm
Saturday 20th March @ 7:30pm
Please check and confirm you are available for all compulsory dates before booking your audition time.
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
Synopsis:
Matthew Whittet’s Seventeen tells the story of a group of high school students, who gather to celebrate their last day of school. Through a fog of stolen alcohol, six teenagers gather in a playground late at night to share the moment in their lives when the past gives way to an uncertain future, and where secrets are spilled, and friendships are changed.
The interesting thing about this piece of theatre is that all roles are performed by older actors who are seventeen many years ago, bringing the experience of age to the dreams of hopeful youths, and recognising the parallels between two of life’s major turning points.
We are seeking actors who could pass as 65-70 years of age to play teenagers.
Characters:
Tom, 17, Mike’s Best friend, studious, quiet, shy
Mike, 17, Tom’s best friend, Sue’s boyfriend, Lizzy’s brother, outwardly confident, alpha male aura
Sue, 17, Mike’s girlfriend, intelligent, positive outlook but unsure of the future
Edwina, 17, Sue’s friend, bookish, not a party girl
Ronny, 17, loner, awkward, social outcast
Lizzy, 15, Mike’s younger sister, perceptive, wise beyond her years
Contact:
For any further questions about the production, roles or audition process don’t hesitate to get in touch on essendontheatrecompany@gmail.com.