Auditions Open for Pericles, Prince of Tyre and The Taming of the Shrew

The Valley Shakespeare Festival 2016 will feature Pericles, Prince of Tyre and The Taming of the Shrew. Auditions will take place in March.

When: Saturday, March 26, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Lunch break: Noon to 1 p.m.)

Where: Shelton Community Center, 41 Church St., Shelton

Seeking: Actors with strong command for language and ensemble building for our Spring/Summer Season consisting of a non-equity touring production of Pericles, Prince of Tyre and an Equity/Non-Equity outdoor production of The Taming of the Shrew.

Touring production of Pericles (non-Equity only) Daytime Rehearsals: 4/18-4/23 with performances from 4/27-6/4. Pay: $150-$200 Rehearsal Week and $55-$60 per performance, all actors will be contracted as teaching artists and assigned as Assistant Stage Managers.

Outdoor production of The Taming of the Shrew (Equity/Non-Equity) Daytime rehearsals from 6/27-7/13 and Performances from 7/14-7/17. Pay: SPT contract $269 and for Non-Equity $100-$200 per week. Also looking for candidates for our Apprentice program for elementary through high school students.

Please have two one minute contrasting classical monologues prepared. Sides will also be provided at auditions.

For a breakdown of roles, visit the Valley Shakespeare Festival website. Equity members may request an audition time by calling 203-513-9446.