AUDITIONS FOR DOUBLE FEATURE OF ONE-ACTS
Home to Mother Home to Mother A Comedy-Farce in One Act
A Comedy-Farce in One Act
In the midst of trying to impress the boss into giving him a raise and promotion, John Wingate discovers his wife is going “Home to Mother” because he forgot her birthday. Having promised to introduce the boss to his wife, John decides to ask a succession of ladies to stand in as his absent spouse. All having prior comments, his maid, sister, and cousin take turns stepping in, only to be called away mid-charade. Confusion and chaos ensue, promising laughter to the very end of this one-act farce.
ROLES
• JOHN WINGATE: male, mid to late 20’s - young husband. Nervous type.
• BETTY: female, late 20’s - young wife. Sweet but determined.
• NANCY: female, early 20’s - sister. Helpful but distracted.
• GRACE: female, 35-45 - cousin. On a mission.
• MR. BILLINGS: male, 40-50’s - his boss. Stodgy at times, confused at others.
• HALLIE: female, late 20’s-mid 30’s - the maid. Wannabe actress.
AUDITION DATES
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. & Monday, November 16, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Inspire Theatre.
PERFORMANCE DATES
January 8 - 17, 2027 (Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00 p.m.)
AUDITION PROCESS
Those auditioning will be asked to read from the script(s), which will be provided at the audition.
REHEARSALS
A read-through/company meeting will be Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m. Rehearsals will be Sundays 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. and Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE AUDITION REGISTRATION
THEN PRINT, FILL, AND BRING WITH YOU TO AUDITIONS, THE FOLLOWING FORM
YOU’RE THE ONE THAT I WANT music, matchups, and merriment
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Inspire Theatre will hold auditions for a musical-comedy variety one-act show: YOU’RE THE ONE THAT I WANT – music, matches, and merriment, part of a double-feature of joyous one-acts celebrating love.
Get ready for an hour of non-stop laughs, show-stopping numbers, and hilarious takes on modern romance with You're the One That I Want.
From awkward first dates to the absolute absurdity of modern love, this fast-paced variety show blends classic, unforgettable love songs with sharp, witty sketch comedy. It’s a glittering, high-energy production that answers the age-old question: Why is finding “the one" so completely ridiculous?
Whether you’re happily single, deep in the dating trenches, or happily coupled up, this is the perfect night out. Don't miss the sharpest, funniest, and most tuneful look at love on stage today!
AUDITION DATES
Sunday, November 22, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Inspire Theatre.
Monday, November 23, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Inspire Theatre.
PERFORMANCE DATES
January 8 - 17, 2027 (Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.,
Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00 p.m.)
AUDITION PROCESS
Those auditioning will be taught 16 - 20 measures of a song and will be asked to read from a script provided at the audition.
REHEARSALS
A read-through/company meeting will be Nov 25. at 6:30 p.m.
Rehearsals will be Sundays 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE AUDITION REGISTRATION
https://forms.gle/RhMV7Bbo9jXJpaT46
THEN PRINT, FILL, AND BRING WITH YOU TO AUDITIONS, THE FOLLOWING FORM
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PtcHCcur0kWy0pxMjg5IeoJkiOlk2Pzv/view?usp=sharing
(POSSIBLE SONG TO BE INCLUDED IN SHOW.
Will be determined by abilities of those cast)
Suddenly Seymore
I’ll cover you
Stomped on my heart
What I did for love
If I were a bell
That’s amore
Do you love me
Ten minutes ago
Perhaps love
The story
Thank you Mayor Coleman, City Council. Parking Lot Re-surfaced, Digital Sign Installed.
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Create & Stage Props
Responsibilities of a Prop Master
- Read through the script and note all mentioned props
- Discuss what props are required with other members of the team
- Locate any available existing props and/or Work out the best way to make a prop and what materials to use
- Build a team to assist before and during shows
- Set props for each show
- Repair props
Backstage Opportunities
Responsibilities
- Stage Hand – Also known as a stage technician, this role is responsible for moving scenery to the right place at the right time, a vital role in any production.
- Stage Hand reports to the Stage Manager
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