Shakespeare Under the Bed Auditions
The Theatre
Submission deadline: January 13, 2026
Auditions: January 14, 2026, 6 – 9pm
Location: The Theatre (215 14 Ave. SW)
Shakespeare Under the Bed by Caroline Russell-King, directed by Louis B. Hobson
About the show
He’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny, he’s furious, and he’s taking over. When a geneticist unleashes William Shakespeare into the present day, she’s forced to contain a Bard who is louder, queerer, and more outraged than ever. As Shakespeare commandeers a theatre, falls in love with a drag queen, and attempts to incite artistic revolt, what began as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown.
Character Breakdown
Actors are welcome to express interest in any role. Strong comedic timing for all characters is necessary.
- Shakespeare (m) The Bard
- Polly Palin (f) Librarian
- Dennis Graham(m) – Artistic Director
- Ivana Vagina- Drag Queen
Setting: Calgary, present day
We are currently only considering Calgary-based actors. Please submit:
- One PDF including both your headshot and resume.
- Email to: auditions@thetheatre.com
- Subject line: “SUTB” — include the role(s) you are interested in.
Engagement Details
This production operates under a professional, non-equity, profit-sharing model. We welcome auditions from Equity members; however, please note that this is a professional non-Equity production, and any necessary permissions or arrangements with Equity groups are the responsibility of the individual artist. Profits from ticket sales (earnings after production expenses) will be shared equally among the cast and crew.
Rehearsals begin: April 7, 2026*
Rehearsal schedule is as follows:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 6 – 10pm; Saturday & Sunday 10am – 4pm
- Tech Week: April 27 – May 1, 2026, from 6 – 11pm
- Opening: May 2, 2026
- Dark Days: Monday, May 4 & May 11, 2026
- Closing: Saturday, May 16, 2026
*All cast members are required to learn lines in advance of rehearsals.
