Auditions
In 1827 Maria Marten went to meet her lover and is never seen again. The play tells of the events that led to this disappearance, shows the class divisions and the part women played in society during this period. There is some singing and dancing but as the characters were rural folk it certainly doesn’t have to be perfect. The play is based on a true story and was written for an all women cast.
Auditions - Saturday April 13th and Sunday 14th (callbacks) A music-obsessed recluse, allergic to sunlight and excitement, finds solace in a forgotten vinyl: "The Drowsy Chaperone," a 1928 musical brimming with madcap energy. The record player crackles to life, transforming his apartment into a vibrant stage. Enter a lovesick oil tycoon chasing a showgirl named Janet, torn between marrying him and the allure of "Feldzieg's Follies." Chaos erupts as gangsters disguised as pastry chefs (don't ask!) try to sabotage the wedding, while a bumbling Latin lover attempts (and fails) to steal Janet's heart. Our narrator, a walking encyclopedia of musical trivia (with a dash of questionable opinions), hilariously guides us through the mayhem. As mistaken identities multiply and dream sequences melt into reality, we catch glimpses of the narrator's own life, reminding us that even the most isolated can find connection and joy in the wackiest of places. The music fades, leaving the record player silent, but the memory of "The Drowsy Chaperone" – with its gangsters, showgirls, and a tipsy chaperone with a penchant for stealing the spotlight – remains, a testament to the transformative power of theatre.