WRCT/HOPO Summer Youth Program 2021
CHARACTERS
Stewart
The prince's right hand man who never sleeps, because let's face it, the prince never sleeps
Prince Willop
A prince who is turning 16 who has been cursed in a way in which he can never sleep
Queen Cordelia
The prince's over protective mother who also loves ruling her kingdom on a full night's of beauty sleep
King Duncan
The prince's father who is a whee bit clueless (no sleep does that to you) but is a kind, loving ruler
Penelope
A peasant girl, about 16, the protagonist female character who is strong and brave
Sir Fern
A female disguised as a knight. She acts strong and tough, and quite possibly embellishes her accomplishments
Sir Fellows
Same as Sir Fern (these two characters get dragged occasionally)
Madam Mosni
An evil enchantress, preferably played by a teenager
Cain
Madam Mosni's hunchback henchman, clever and comical
Youth Drama
CHARACTERS
Casey Licit
The defendant; has no way of knowing what she's getting into
Mr. Flops
Nervous and disorganized defense attorney
Mr. Scammerton
Arrogant and scamming prosecutor
Bailiff
Swears in witnesses; Harbors secrets
Judge Falter
Figuratively blind
Penny Fadson
A witness; blogger
Glenn Chatter
Another witness; the town gossip
Clarissa Vendor
Another witness; enthusiastic small-business owner
Puffle's Handler
Holds the animal witness
Arminta Contrary
Twin witness; can't agree with Albert
Albert Contrary
Twin witness; can't agree with
Arminta
Archie Maniacal
Witness, a crazy old veteran
Herschel Hushed
A very quiet witness
Beulah Young
A child witness
CHARACTERS
MIMMS
The Maid; she's a worrier, but eager to help Clayhorn solve problems as they pile up
CLAYHORN
The Butler; he calms Mimms, has a matter-of-fact/dry sense of humor (even while doing silly things), sometimes sarcastic. Introduces all of the guests to the audience as they enter
ALBERT PRINCE
The Doctor; suspicious of Clayhorn & Mimms, he has a take charge personality, but is also nice.
EMILY PLAIN
The Plain Woman; she is nervous, observant, tends to become hysterical and also has an impressive collection of weapons
HORATIO MILES
The Inspector; he definitely tries to be the leader, likes to play good cop/bad cop
DELORES BIGGS
The Actress; she is very grand and loves to make an entrance. She is definitely a diva
PRESLEY YORK
The Singer; he is very hip & cool, definitely an entertainer. Also, very hungry, which might just be his downfall
HEATHER STARLETT
The Ingénue; she is very flirty, especially with Matthew
MATTHEW CHARISMA
The Handsome Man; he is very charming & charismatic, flirts with Heather. He is also kind of ditzy & dumb, but he tries
MARGARET LaRUE
The First Victim; she gets dragged & carried around and needs to be able to do physical comedy
VOICE RECORDING
The Unseen Host; soothing narrative voice (will either be prerecorded or performed on a mic, live) even though this is an unseen voice, he still interacts with the guests
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the shows below.
Auditions will be at WRCT on Monday and Tuesday, June 14th and 15th, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Come to either night or both nights.
Live performances will be on July 24th & 25th.
Please print and complete the attached audition form and bring it with you. You can also complete the form at the theatre.
See character descriptions below...