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AUDITIONS

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Jarrott Productions! We do not currently have any open auditions. Please check back often.

Jarrott Productions is pleased to announce auditions for our winter and spring productions of The Shark Is Broken by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, and Dial M For Murder adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, both directed by JP Artistic Director David R. Jarrott.

 

Auditions will be on Friday, September 20, from 7-10pm and Saturday, September 21 from 2:30-4:30pm at Violet Crown City Church. Auditions are by appointment only and will consist of readings of sides from the script. Callbacks are scheduled for Sunday, September 22 from 1-4pm.

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PLEASE NOTE: Since we are auditioning for a total of 6 characters in two different plays, we would ask that actors who might want to sign up for more than one of the characters,  to please sign up for only ONE character for each play. To do that, please submit twice—once for each play, but for only one character in each play. At the time of your audition, you may also note other roles you are interested in playing and we take that into consideration. Time permitting, you also may be asked to stay and read a different character​ on your preliminary audition day, and/or you may be called back to read for more than one character.

Play and Production Details

WINTER PRODUCTION: The Shark Is Broken

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About the Play:

The Shark is Broken, by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, takes a deep dive into the murky waters of making a major motion picture with testy, feuding co-stars, unpredictable weather, and a mechanical shark whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of this movie. All of the action takes place in 1974 aboard the Orca in the open ocean east of Martha’s Vineyard, and centers on Jaws stars Robert Shaw (father of co-playwright Ian), Roy Scheider, and Richard Dreyfuss.

 

Production Details:

The Shark is Broken will be directed by David R. Jarrott. A few rehearsals will be scheduled in December 2024 based on actor/staff availability. January 2025 rehearsals will take place from January 6th through January 25th, Monday through Friday evenings and midday Saturdays at Violet Crown City Church. Tech rehearsals for actors begin at Trinity Street Playhouse on Tuesday 1/28. A full rehearsal schedule will be distributed no later than our first rehearsal in January.

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The show will run February 6th through 23rd, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:30pm at Trinity Street Playhouse.

 

This is a non-union production; each actor will receive a stipend.

 

Roles to be cast:

Robert Shaw, English Actor (Quint): Male-identifying, late 40s/early 50s

Roy Scheider, American Actor (Brody): Male-identifying, late 30s/early 40s

 

The role of Richard Dreyfuss (Hooper) has been cast.

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Jarrott Productions is committed to employing artists that represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. With that in mind, we are excited to receive submissions from a diverse range of actors who are representative of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage you to research our organization and reach out to us if you have questions.

SPRING PRODUCTION: Dial M For Murder

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About The Play:

Dial M For Murder is a new adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher of the celebrated stage play by Frederick Knott that inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece 1954 film. Tony is convinced that his wife Margot has been cheating on him and, in his jealousy, spins a web of suspicion and deception that will ensnare all of them in danger, recrimination, and murder. Still set in early 1950s London, the modern updates allow for a more interesting love triangle with even harsher consequences if it were revealed. 

 

Production Details:

Dial M For Murder will be directed by David R. Jarrott. Rehearsals will take place from March 4th through March 29, Tuesday through Friday evenings and midday Saturdays. Tech rehearsals for actors begin on April 1st at Trinity Street Playhouse. A full rehearsal schedule will be distributed no later than our first rehearsal in March.

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The show will run April 10th through 27th, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:30pm at Trinity Street Playhouse.

 

This is a non-union production; each actor will receive a stipend.

 

Roles to be cast:

Margot Wendice: Female-identifying, 30s/40s, English dialect

Tony Wendice: Male-identifying, 40s, English dialect

Lesgate: Male-identifying, 30s/40s, English dialect

Inspector Hubbard: Male-identifying, 40s/50s, English dialect

 

The role of Maxine Hadley has been cast.

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Jarrott Productions is committed to employing artists that represent a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. With that in mind, we are excited to receive submissions from a diverse range of actors who are representative of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage you to research our organization and reach out to us if you have questions.

Audition Sign-Up

In-person auditions are by appointment only. To sign up for the in-person auditions please fill out this form. Be sure to follow all instructions on the form. You will be asked to upload a headshot and resume. Once signed up, you will receive an audition reminder with your time slot and more information regarding your audition.

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If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out at jarrottproductions@gmail.com.

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