CASTING CALL | IMMERSIVE THEATRE | BRISTOL

Description

PROJECT
Dracula
Produced by Shipwrecks and Dreams Productions
An immersive adaptation of Bram Stoker’s horror classic set within the atmospheric surroundings of The Mount Without in Bristol.

ABOUT THE SHOW
Seeking actors who are strong storytellers and collaborators, capable of delivering bold, theatrical performances while maintaining emotional depth and authenticity. A love of horror and a willingness to explore dark themes are highly encouraged.

LOOKING FOR
COUNT DRACULA
Male
Playing age: 25–40

JONATHAN HARKER
Male
Playing age: 21–30

MINA MURRAY
Female
Playing age: 18–35
Will also double as a Bride

LUCY WESTENRA
Female
Playing age: 18–35
Will also double as a Bride

LANDLADY
Female
Playing age: 30–60
Will also double as Bride and Housekeeper

VAN HELSING
Male or Female
Playing age: 30–50
Will also double as Renfield

DR SEWARD
Male
Playing age: 21–35

QUINCY MORRIS
Male
Playing age: 21–35

ARTHUR HOLMWOOD
Male
Playing age: 21–35

AUDITIONS
Sunday 14 June – Factory 8, Bedminster
Sunday 21 June – Alma Theatre, Clifton

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
One scene reading for the selected character.
Prepare a horror-themed monologue of no more than 3 minutes.
Group audition format.

REHEARSALS
Three workshop days during June and July with the full cast.

Regular rehearsals from late August / early September, scheduled around cast availability.

PERFORMANCES
13 October – Get-in and Dress Rehearsal
14 October – Matinee and Evening Performance
15 October – Matinee and Evening Performance

LOCATION
The Mount Without
St Michael’s Hill
Bristol

COMPENSATION
Profit share production.
Minimum guaranteed payment of £100 per performer.