On stage at 16th Ave Theatre 7th to 22nd August 2026
Key Information:
• Production Dates: Opening Friday 7th August - Closing night Saturday 22nd August 2026
• Performance Venue: 16th Ave Theatre
• Director: Andre Liddicoat
• Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will begin May 3rd, and be every Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday following until the production.
- Cast Size: 15-25 people. All roles are open and unpaid.
- Audition Dates: 20th and the 21st of February.
- Audition Venue: 16th Ave Theatre
Movement audition Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm.
Individual auditions from Friday evening through to the end of Saturday in 10-minute slots.
About the play:
Based on the Academy Award-winning movie, this enchanting, hilarious, romantic stage play reimagines William Shakespeare's creative process – and explores his inspiration – as he writes Romeo and Juliet.
Character Descriptions
Will Shakespeare – Male 18 to 30. A young playwright with writer's block, full of passion and charm.
Viola de Lesseps – Female 18 to 30. Noblewoman with a love of theatre, disguises herself as a man to act.
Queen Elizabeth I – Female 40s to 80's. Commanding and wise, with a sly sense of humour.
Henslowe – Male or Female, 30's to 50's. Owner of the Rose Theatre, always in trouble.
Fennyman – Male or Female 30's to 50's A moneylender turned enthusiastic actor.
Ned Alyn – Male 20's to 50's. A professional actor who takes his work very seriously.
Marlowe – Male or Female 20's to 50's. Shakespeare’s friend and rival, confident and clever.
Ensemble – Various named roles, including actors, dancers, stagehands, nobles, sailors, etc. Great for a flexible cast.