Auditions
AUDITIONS FOR INTO THE BREECHES
by George Brandt
Directed by Marilyn Langbehn
July 11 - August 3
AUDITION DATES:
Saturday, Feb., 8, 11:00—2:00, auditions
Sunday, Feb., 9, 7:00—10:00, auditions
No appointments - just show up! Bring a headshot and resume
Mon., Feb., 10, 7:00—10:00, callbacks (by invitation only)
AUDITION PREP:
Please prepare 2 contrasting monologues of no more than one minute each. One should be from a Shakespearean character typically portrayed by a male actor (i.e., Hamlet, Lear, Romeo, Malvolio, etc.). The other should be comic and demonstrate your physical expressiveness and ability to make strong character choices.
Reading from the script will take place at callbacks.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
July 11 - August 3
Fridays and Saturdays - 8:00 pm
Sundays - 2:00 pm
Thursday July 17 - 8:00 pm
Into the Breeches! is a delightful and timely play that explores themes of gender equality, community, and the transformative power of theatre during World War II. Set in 1942 at a struggling playhouse, the story unfolds as the theatre faces the possibility of cancelling its season due to the absence of male actors who have gone to war. The play centers around a group of women who refuse to let the theatre go dark. In a bold and unconventional move, they decide to mount an all-female production of Shakespeare's Henry V. This decision sets the stage for a series of comedic and heartwarming events as the women step out of their traditional roles and into the spotlight.
CHARACTERS:
MAGGIE (female, age mid-40s) - the director; plays the Chorus in Henry V
CELESTE (female, age 50-60) - the diva; plays Henry V and Henry IV
WINIFRED (female, age 50-60) - the enthusiastic socialite; plays Falstaff
IDA (female, African-American, age 30-40) - the costume designer;
plays Hotspur
JUNE (female, age late teens to early 20s) - the ingenue; plays the Kates
GRACE (female, age 20-30) the newcomer - plays Henry V and Henry IV
ELLSWORTH (male, age 60-70) - the conservative Board president of the Oberon Play House
STUART (male, age 35-45) - the stage manager; plays Mistress Quickly
AUDITIONS FOR CATCH ME IF YOU CAN:
Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Marc Shaiman
Directed by Enrico Banson
Music Directed by Camden Daly
Choreography by Katherine Cooper
November 14-December 7, 2025
AUDITION DATES:
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 7-10 pm
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 7-10pm
Walk-ins welcome, appointments encouraged via SignUp Genius
Based on the hit Steven Spielberg film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abagnale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes. This thrilling new production will blend film and live video to capture the spirit of classic variety shows from the era, drawing inspiration from iconic programs like Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In and The Carol Burnett Show.
CALLBACKS:
Callbacks by Invitation and include dance audition.
Be prepared for movement and choreography.
Monday, February 17, 2025 from 7-10pm Sides/Music Provided
Non-AEA/Small travel reimbursement
AUDITION LOCATION:|
Masquers Playhouse, 105 Park Place
Point Richmond, CA 94801
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Please prepare 24 to 32 bars of a musical theatre or appropriate song from the period of the show (mid 1950’s/early 1960’s) that shows your range and acting ability. Please bring sheet music. No backing tracks or instrumental tracks allowed. Bring headshot and resume if available.
Whatever COVID requirements are at the time of auditions will be followed.
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals are held at The Masquers Playhouse and/or the Masquers Warehouse - both located in Point Richmond. Rehearsals begin Monday September 8, 2025 with filming for video portion of the show scheduled late August.
Exact rehearsal dates and times are provided after all conflicts are received.
TECH WEEK: November 9-13, 2025
Show Run:
November 14-December 7, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays at 2pm;\
Thursday November 20 at 8pm
Talk-back after show TBA
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
Please note that our casting notices may include gender, ethnicity and ability descriptors, however we invite actors of ALL abilities, genders and racial identities to submit for any role that is exciting to them. We acknowledge that the characters in the script are traditionally presented as either male or female (using he/him or she/her pronouns). We warmly welcome submissions from individuals who identify as gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, or non-binary for the roles that resonate most with their identity.
Frank Abagnale, Jr.
Our story’s conniving protagonist, he is a handsome and youthful con artist. Grew up learning to disappear into another skin to avoid his problems. He eventually falls in love with Brenda and desperately tries to change his ways. Bobby Darin meets Danny Ocean. All ethnicities.
Gender: Male / Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: G2
Carl Hanratty
An FBI agent leading the investigation and search for Frank Jr.; a knowledgeable but frantic workaholic who idolizes the moment he catches his perp. A singing and dancing Joe Friday from the TV show Dragnet mixed in with a little Bob Newhart. All ethnicities.
Gender: Male / Age: 45 to 65
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Frank Abagnale, Sr.
Frank Jr.’s father. He is an inspiration when it comes to swindling. Upbeat and fast-talking, he undergoes a series of progressive failures that leaves him a miserable drunk. Think Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. All ethnicities.
Gender: Male / Age: 45 to 65
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: F2
Paula Abagnale
Frank Jr.’s gorgeous mother. She met Frank Sr. in France, during the war, but has fallen out of love. Caring and loving, with an underlying resentment toward her husband and son. Continental, French New Wave heroine like Catherine Deneuve. All ethnicities.
Gender: Female / Age: 45 to 60
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Brenda Strong
A young nurse and Frank Jr.’s eventual love interest. Hard-working and initially insecure, she meets Frank Jr. after running away from a wedding. Comes to trust him but his true identity clouds her feelings. Think a young Ann Margaret or Shelly Fabares. All ethnicities.
Gender: Female / Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Carol Strong
Brenda’s traditional mother. She is talkative and boisterous. A little Carol Burnett, a little Bette Midler. Tap dance a plus. All ethnicities. Also doubles ensemble.
Gender: Female / Age: 45 to 60
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Roger Strong
Brenda’s conservative southern father. He is stern and interrogatory, but reveals himself to be deeply romantic. Think Pat Boone or Mitch Miller. All ethnicities. Also doubles ensemble.
Gender: Male / Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Bill Cod
A seasoned FBI agent in the fraud division. A regular guy punching a time clock. No special passion about hiswork. All ethnicities. Also doubles ensemble.
Gender: Male / Age: 25 to 45
Tod Branton
FBI agent in the fraud division. A smart- ass. All ethnicities. Also doubles ensemble.
Gender: Male / Age: 25 to 45
Johnny Dollar
A rookie FBI agent in the fraud division. Fresh out of college and new on the job. All ethnicities. Also doubles ensemble.
Gender: Male or Female / Age: 21 to 25
Ensemble
Women/Men. Commuters; assistants; stewardesses (Mindy, Cindy, Lindy, Jane, Kellie, Shellie); pilots; agents; targets; party -goers; doctors; nurses; interns and Cheryl Ann.
Excellent dancers and singers. Ages: 18+
