Macbeth
Welcome to the audition information page for Point Break Drama’s 2019 Adult & Teen production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth.
Please read all information on this page thoroughly before applying.
Point Break Drama Theatre company expects the highest level of commitment and dedication to the work, and people interested in excellence need only apply.
Do not book an audition time if you want to gain experience only ,or if you know you are unavailable. We appreciate everyone’s time and effort , we expect the same in return.
Participants will be expected to make every effort to attend all rehearsals. Actors and parents (if actors under 18), must consider the commitment carefully. Core dates and rehearsal days are at the bottom of this page. A detailed rehearsal schedule for first few weeks, will be released after the play is cast, so all participants will understand their responsibilities.
This is a non-for profit Production, however in order to cover the costs of paying professional directors & choreographers, there is a fee involved for the duration of the production of just $370 per participant. This fee does not cover the costs associated with the production. These will be met by Point Break Drama. In the event of any profit made from ticket sales will be put into future productions.
The classic story of one man seemingly content with his lot in life, seduced & manipulated by his awakened ambition will be bought vividly to life by Point Break Drama Co-Founder & producer Paul Winchester & directed by Blair Cutting. Point Break Drama theatre company is proud to present a Macbeth for our times.
Synopsis
As a violent turf war for control of a major city’s criminal underworld enters its final phase, crime boss Danae places her future in the hands of her most trusted foot soldier – the loyal assassin Macbeth.
However, a chance encounter with three homeless women – and the fanatical ambition of his wife – will propel Macbeth into a bloody quest for power that will ultimately destroy him, his friends, and his family. Macbeth’s journey into the dark side of the mind, mirrors the crumbling society of which he is a part – further fuelled by the drugs, alcohol and violence that permeate every aspect of his world.
Key Details of Production
- Performance / tech week will be Tues 16th May – Sat 25th May
- Rehearsals will be held regularly on Thurs nights (6.30pm-10pm) & Saturday’s from (2pm- 6pm). Starting Thurs March 7th.
- Extra full day rehearsals to be held on Saturdays. See bottom of this page for details
- Fee to be involved is $370. (To be paid before rehearsals commence. Direct deposit or Cash only)
- A free copy of script will be given to each participant.
Audition details
All auditions will take place on Saturday 2nd March 2019 at the Point Break Drama studio (28 Fisher Rd Dee Why). Applicants will need to keep the day free. To audition please follow the following process carefully:
- Read the play ( Available online ‘ No Fear Shakespeare”)
- Choose a role or roles you would like to audition for.
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Click Here for Character Breakdown.
- Prepare a 1- 2min monologue from either Macbeth, or from another of Shakespeare’s Tragedies.
- Be familiar with scenes involving your character as you may be asked to cold-read.
- Email us at info@pointbreakdrama.com.au with a request for an audition time indicating name, age, contact info, basic performance experience( 4 lines max), singing & Dancing capabilities and the name part or parts you would like to audition for.
- Please No CV’s at this stage.
- Please note applicants under 18 must have parental authorization to audition. A parent or guardian must request an audition time.
- Audition request Deadline is Friday 1st March (Note: pending availability).
- Keep entire day of Saturday 2nd March free. After initial audition you may be asked to return later in the day to read with another actor.
- Anyone can audition but roles will be given to the best applicants.
- Auditioning is free – however do not request an audition time to gain audition experience, if you know you are unavailable for the production..
- Applicants must arrive 15 mins prior to audition time to fill out information form.
- Bring a Head shot & CV to the audition only. DO NOT EMAIL.
Audition Tips
- Choose a character or characters from the breakdown provided that is close to your age.
- Audition for the role of your choosing, but be familiar with other characters in the play.
- Audition monologues should be short ( 1- 2 mins max)
- Try to show an emotional journey and the character your auditioning for in your monologue presentation.
- Understand every word and phrase that you utter. This is one of the keys to performing Shakespeare.
- Get some tips on performing Shakespeare from sites like http://www.stagemilk.com/how-to-act-shakespeare/
- Go to the Enotes page “strategies for understanding Shakespearean language”
- Read thoroughly the character breakdown before preparing.
Tech / Dress Rehearsal week
Thurs 16th May to Monday 20th May
Crew Only: Wednesday 15th May 6pm-10pm.(Stage, lights, windows)
Dress Rehearsals ( all Cast/crew):
Thur 16th May 6 -10pm
Fri 17th May 6-10pm
Sat 18th May 2-10pm
Mon 20th May Final Dress Run 6pm-10pm
Performances
7.30pm showtime
1 x Saturday Matinee at 2pm
6.00pm Call-time for Cast
Tuesday 21st May Opening night
Wednesday 22nd May
Thursday 23rd May
Friday 24th May
Saturday 25th May – 2pm Matinee
Saturday 25th May – 7.30pm Closing Night
1st read through – whole cast
Thur 7th March 6pm-10pm
Performers will be asked for measurements, to fill out Photo / Performance forms & Performance agreements
Regular Rehearsal Times
All Cast will need to keep Thursday evenings & Saturdays Arvo /early evenings free for Rehearsals, although not all cast will be required for the entire rehearsal period.
To commence Thursday 7th March
Thursdays – 6.30pm – 10pm
Saturdays – 2pm – 6pm.
Exceptions are the Saturdays listed below
Full Day Rehearsals
Key Saturday Rehearsals – Whole Cast Required
Sat 23rd March 9am – 4pm
Sat 30th March 9am-4pm
Sat 4th May 9am- 4pm
Sat 11th May 9am-4pm (Dress run)
Sat 18th May 2pm – 10pm (Dress / Tech run)
These Saturdays will be used for:
2 workshops dedicated to understanding verse/ prose, using metaphor, applying to a scene and / or monologue. 2.) Voice / Movement workshop application to Shakespeare character. Also Character study/work, Fight Choreography, Music/choreography, Scene Work & Running of entire play.