Title: The Servant of Two Masters
Presented By: Growl Theatre
Genre: Comedy, Commedia dell'arte
Synopsis: Truffaldino, a wily servant, has found a way to double his income – work two jobs for two masters at the same time. What could possibly go wrong? Hang on. His first master is actually a woman disguised as a man (who’s dead) come to find her lover (who killed her brother), but now finds herself accidentally betrothed to a girl (who’s engaged to someone else).
His second master is a man (actually a man) who is in love with his first master (who’s really a woman whose brother he actually killed). Nah. What could go wrong?
Audition Date: Monday 10th March 2025
Audition Time: 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Audition Location and Address: Windsor School of Arts, 381 Lutwyche Rd, Windsor
Callbacks (if required): Wednesday 12th March, 6:30pm
Audition Requirements:
Combination of prepared piece and cold read: auditionees should familiarise themselves with the provided prepared pieces but also be ready to do a cold read.
Email a headshot and acting CV to the Directors at production@growltheatre.org.au.
Membership fees: If cast, actors must become a 2025 financial member of Growl Theatre ($30 per calendar year, expiring December 2025).
Audition Registration: Register here
Audition Pack: Available here
Available Roles:
Truffaldino (Male, 20s to 40s): Servant of Beatrice (disguised as Signor Frederigo Rasponi). A lovable scoundrel, always out for a buck and some food. Must have strong comedic timing. 'Ocker' accent is welcome.
Pantalona (Female, 50s to 60s): Mother of Clarice, a gender-swapped version of Pantalone. A wealthy, greedy merchant at the top of the social order.
Clarice (Female, 20s): Daughter of Pantalona, a romantic lead betrothed to Silvio but formerly engaged to the now-deceased Signor Frederigo Rasponi.
Silvio (Male, 20s): Handsome young son of Dottore; newly betrothed to Clarice.
Dottore (Male, 50s to 60s): Father of Silvio; pompous, egotistical, and frequently breaks into Latin.
Smeraldina (Female): This role has been precast.
Beatrice (Female, 20s to 30s): Loving sister of Signor Frederigo Rasponi; disguised as her deceased brother while searching for her lover, Florindo. Feisty.
Florindo (Male, 20s to 30s): Lover of Beatrice; honourable and upright.
Brighella (Any gender, 40s to 60s): Local innkeeper.
Waiter/Porter (Any gender, any age): Minor roles, possibly doubled. No preparation required; auditionees will be given a piece to perform on the night.
Performance Dates: 14th - 28th June 2025
Performance Location: Windsor School of Arts, 381 Lutwyche Rd, Windsor
Rehearsal Dates: Starting Sunday 30th March 2025
Rehearsal Times:
Sundays: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Mondays & Thursdays: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Creative Team:
Directors: Rebecca McMahon, Gemma Keliher
Stage Manager: Tom Glassock
Set Designer: Jason Sharland
Production Website: Growl Theatre - The Servant of Two Masters
Other Information:
This production embraces Commedia dell'arte techniques, including exaggerated physical comedy, masks, and improvisation.
Actors should be prepared for a physically demanding performance.
Previous experience with comedy or physical theatre is a bonus but not required.
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