AUDITION CALL-OUT #2 – MAJOR NEW THEATRE WORKS PRODUCTION (2026)

Theatre Works is once again seeking performers for a major new Australian production, directed by renowned theatre director Lyall Brooks. This production will be a centerpiece of our 2026 season and is a key part of Theatre Works’ artistic program.

Please note: Details of this production are currently under embargo.

We are casting the following three roles:

• Performer 1: Female-identifying, playing age 40s–50s

• Performer 2: Male-identifying, playing age 40s–50s

• Performer 3: Female-identifying, playing age late teens

This contemporary work explores the quiet tension and emotional complexity of family life in a regional setting. Told through fragmented perspectives, the piece requires performers with strong emotional range, subtlety, and a collaborative approach to ensemble storytelling.

All roles require strong text work, emotional nuance, and the ability to shift between realism and poetic abstraction.

We strongly encourage applications from artists of all backgrounds, including First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTQIA+, and d/Deaf and disabled artists.

Engagement Details

This is a paid opportunity, with a set performance and rehearsal fee to be negotiated.

Production Schedule

• Rehearsals (part-time): February – early March 2026 (6 weeks)

• Season: 4th - 16th May 2026 (Tuesday–Saturday evenings, plus selected school matinees)

• Touring (to be confirmed): 18th - 30th May (Further touring dates to be confirmed)

Auditions

Auditions will take place from 12–15 August at Theatre Works.

APPLICATIONS

Will close on 8th of August at 3.00 PM.

All applicants will be notified on Monday the 15th August if they have been successful.

WHAT YOU NEED TO PREPARE

Please present a 3 minute monologue and be prepared to do a 5 minute cold read from the script

We strongly encourage applications from artists of all backgrounds and lived experiences. In particular, we welcome submissions from First Nations artists, people of colour, culturally and linguistically diverse performers, and members of the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities.

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