Announcing auditions for the June 2024 production of...
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon
Adapted for stage by Simon Stephens
Directed by Sheila McClure
Assistant Directed by Oliver Love
NEW DAY ADDED Sunday, May 5 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
No appointment necessary.
ABOUT THE PLAY
Fifteen-year old Christopher has an extraordinary brain; he is exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit, which leads to an earth-shattering discovery and a journey that will change his life forever.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
There will be a two-part audition process that includes a reading from the script and a brief movement exercise with the director. Swindon/London UK accents are highly encouraged.
If you cannot attend one of the audition dates, please contact the director at sheila_mcclure@kernhigh.org for further inquiries on how to proceed.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will take place Monday through Thursday from 6:30pm - 9:30pm starting May 13 through June 14, with extended hours for tech week June 16-20. Weekend rehearsals will be considered based on actor availability.
PERFORMANCES
Performances will be Fridays and Saturdays, June 21-July 6 at 8 PM, and Sunday, June 30 at 2 PM.
ROLES TO BE CAST
Please refer to the breakdown below. Unless race/ethnicity is specific to the character and listed below, we are actively seeking ALL races and ethnicities for ALL roles. In addition, we strongly encourage gender non-conforming, gender fluid, transgender and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with.
Christopher Boone – (must look late teens) brilliant at “maths”, searching for the killer of his neighbor's dog, Wellington. Christopher is an autistic person who is exploring his place in the world as he seeks to solve the mystery of Wellington’s death. Must be comfortable with the Swindon accent.
Siobhan - (any age), teacher at Christopher's school, she understands him best.
Ed Boone - (35- 50) Christopher's father, loving, but quick tempered, stressed and frustrated with his situation in life. He always has Christopher's best interest at heart. Drinks a bit to cope. Must be comfortable with the Swindon accent.
Judy - (35–50) Christopher's mother, loving, but doesn't really understand how to relate to Christopher. Must be comfortable with the Swindon accent.
Actor 1 - female presenting, plays Mrs. Shears, Mrs. Gascoyne, Woman on Train, Shopkeeper
Actor 2 - male presenting, plays Roger Shears, Duty Sergeant, Mr. Wise, Man Behind Counter, Drunk One
Actor 3 – male presenting, plays Policeman, Mr. Thompson, Drunk Two, Man with Socks, London Policeman
Actor 4 - male presenting, plays Reverend Peters, Uncle Terry, Station Policeman, Station Guard
Actor 5 – female presenting, plays No. 40, Lady in the Street, Information, Punk Girl
Actor 6 - female presenting, plays Mrs. Alexander, Posh Woman
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Setting: Modern Swindon/London, UK.
Dialect: Here's a link to a video of Swindon, UK residents for dialect guidance for the main characters: Swindon Dialect. For the Actor 1-6 tracks who portray multiple characters, we are interested in seeing varying voices to allow differentiating between multiple characters.
Movement: The show does feature pedestrian choreography- especially for Christopher & the Actor 1-6 tracks.