Description:

OPEN MIC
Burnside Players Inc

Written By: Marcel Blanch- de Wilt
Directed By: Marcel Blanch- de Wilt

Open Mic, the fantastically reviewed musical-comedy written by Marcel Blanch- de Wilt returns for a September season presented by Burnside Players Inc and Never Ender Productions. Its a refresh on the original with new songs and a few tweaks but everything is there that made the Fringe show hilarious. Refreshing the script also means an opportunity to refresh the cast - extending to you, the opportunity to be part of a show that was a Theatre Guide and audience favourite at the Adelaide Fringe 2010. The original cast loved the collaborative atmosphere of being able to add their own ideas to the script along with original music and our new production team looks forward to recreating the Open Mic experience in a new and exciting way.

SYNOPSIS
In an Adelaide pub called The Sentinel, a group of artists come back week after week to try their luck at winning the prize for best performer. All have hopes and aspirations; some with little hope left in them, and others that need a spark to ignite them. The audience is right in the middle of the action as performers fight for the bar girl, fight for the Grand Prize and fight against the idea that they are forever trapped inside The Sentinel.

Roles Available:
NOTE: Some characters require the ability to sing and play an instrument while for others it is a bonus. We're looking for confident singers and musicians but the focus is on the acting.

V
[Stage age: early to mid twenties]
Music: None required
An attractive bar-girl who becomes more cynical with each day she works in the job that she is dying to escape in order to pursue something more fulfilling. She is sweet and kind but struggles to hold onto these traits as hope of escape dwindles.

JACKIE
[Stage age: Early to late twenties]
Music: Singing [Instrument knowledge is a bonus]
The MC of Open Mic and the manager of The Sentinel. She maintains a confident attitude despite her hatred of cliché pub songs. She prefers to avoid drama in pursuit of keeping the show moving along.

LAURA
[Stage age: late teens-mid twenties]
Music: Singing and guitar
A shy girl who suffers severe anxiety when she attempts to perform on stage- not helped by Will, her unloving and uncaring boyfriend. She hopes music will help her figure out who she is and what she wants.

PETE
[Stage age: early - mid twenties]
Music: Singing and guitar
One half of a comedic acoustic duo called Mr Fahrenheit and the Supersonic Man. A charming guy who, having recently dropped out of university, has bigger musical aspirations than winning bar vouchers. The ability to seranade and make people laugh is a must.

SEB
[Stage age: early-mid twenties]
Music: Singing [Instrument knowledge is a bonus]
The other half of the comedic guitar duo. He has a more relaxed attitude to his best friend and band mate when it comes to music. He's a friendly guy who loves having a good time in between study. Comedy and improvisation skills is essential.

RICHIE
[Stage age: twenties- early thirties]
Music: Singing and well versed in acoustic and electric guitar
One of the longest regulars at the pub who lives for winning the prize at Open Mic week after week and rubbing it in the face of the competition. He loves rock music, beer and women but only ever succeeds in obtaining the first two. Great guitar skills and the ability to be sleazy is important.

WILL
[Stage age: early to late twenties]
Music: Singing and basic guitar
A selfish guy who takes his girlfriend to the bar where his ex-girlfriend works. He has recently returned from an overseas trip and picked up a faint English accent. He is rude and ignorant of other people's feelings. The villain of the piece.

JAMES
[Stage age: early to late twenties]
Music: None [instrument knowledge is a bonus]
A depressing poet and playwright who despises pub-musicians. He attends Open Mic Night to practice his poetry on an unwilling audience. Delivery of poetry in interesting ways is essential.

TONY
[Stage age: late teens- late twenties]
Music: None [instrument knowledge is a bonus]
The security guard at pub who has aspirations to be a stand-up comedian to the constant frustration of Jackie. He tries to make friends with the performers while Jackie wants him to get back to work. This character has the most comedic opportunities, a big personality is a must.

Rehearsals:
Likely to be of a Monday and Thursday. Shall be confirmed by auditions. TBC

Performances:
Saturday Matinees 2pm
All evening shows at 8pm
16th-19th and the 22nd-25th of September
At the Burnside Ballroom

Auditions:
16th and 17th of May

Group Auditions in 45 minute blocks to be booked ahead upon application. Auditions will consist of improvisation and character specific cold readings.

People looking to audition for characters that sing will be required to sing and or play an instrument depending on character. Bring your own instrument is preferred.

SUNDAY/MONDAY
4:00pm-4:45pm
4:45pm-5:30pm
5:30pm-6:15pm
6:15pm-7:00pm

At the Burnside Ballroom, corner of Portrush and Greenhill Roads

More Information:
To apply for an audition time email Marcel at marcelebrate@hotmail.com and you shall receive an application form to complete and return.

If you require additional info, feel free to call me on 0421771816 or send me an email and I shall answer your questions as promptly as possible.