Talespinner Children's Theatre is holding in person auditions for actors ages 18 and up for their Spring 2023 production by appointment Dec 12th through the 16th by appointment. Other dates or virtual audition options are available. Please reach out to rtwardzik@talespinnercle.prg to schedule or submit video auditions. Hook and Smee will be directed by Ren Twardzik, and will run March 11th to the 26th, with the potential for 1-2 matinee performances on Fridays as the schedules of the actors allow. Talespinner Children's Theatre is committed to not only providing sensory friendly/relaxed performances for our audience members, but also to being a company that is intentional about the ways in which we engage our performers, including providing accommodations within the rehearsal process. Please review the following details before scheduling an audition. All roles are available. THE PLAY (From local Cleveland playwright, T Paul Lowry) In honor of ten years of shows, welcome back a popular TCT show. Captain Hook is a name to send delightful shivers down the spine of anyone who knows the tale of Peter Pan, and Tinkerbell. But have you ever wondered just how Hook came to Never Never Land with his merry band of buccaneers? This is the story of how Hook met Smee and came to be the scourge of “the Land of Pan.” All your favorite characters are here but get ready for some giddy surprises that will make you clap your hands with glee. Hook and Smee by T Paul Lowry is a play with some sea shanties. Comfort with singing and experience with puppetry is a plus. Interested performers will receive a 5-min audition time slot and should prepare a two-minute retelling of their favorite children's book. Actors should also provide their resume (and a headshot if desired). Actors must be available for all weekend performances and should be prepared to discuss the possibility of Friday matinees. ROLES 7 dynamic, energetic actors comfortable with multiple roles. While description of a few roles may fall on the gender binary, all performers of any gender identity may audition for any role. For example, Captain John, while described as a former lost boy, may be played by any gender identification. The character of Smee is Neurodivergent. As such, actors who identify as neurodivergent (including but not limited to ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder etc) specifically are encouraged to audition. Actors of varying body types and abilities are encouraged to audition. Actors will play multiple parts throughout the show. Actors must possess strong movement skills, and ability to play various ages. COMPENSATION: All actors will be paid $400 for the production. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: TCT also has opportunities for a movement director, props and puppet designer, carpenter etc. Feel free to connect Ren ( rtwardzik@talespinnercle.org) for more information on those opportunities.