We hold regular Play Readings at the theatre. Some of these are for fun and others are for plays we are hoping to perform.
Following a play reading, we hold auditions at the theatre. We typically have two audition dates. Auditions are open to everyone and details are put up on our website and Facebook pages.
Anyone that wants to be part of the production is welcome to try for a part. If you are unable to make the auditions, you may be able to arrange an alternative time with the Director.
Our auditions do not involve having to learn specific parts and are enjoyable and fun. If you attended the play reading evening, you will already be familiar with the play. Information and further details on characters and the play are on our website.
If you are successful in securing a part, we will let you know after the play is cast.
We have an eight to ten week rehearsal period consisting of two rehearsals per week. This may increase over the two weeks and weekend preceding the performance week.
READ THROUGH & AUDITION NOTICE
GLORIOUS!’ by Peter Quilter Directed by Clare Brett
Performance dates: 2 – 5 September 2026
Rehearsals twice weekly from start of June
READ THROUGH: MONDAY 11 MAY @ The Warehouse Theatre, Ilminster
AUDITIONS: MONDAY 18 MAY & TUESDAY 19 MAY @ The Warehouse Theatre,
Ilminster
‘Glorious!’ by Peter Quilter is the true story of American socialite Florence Foster Jenkins, dubbed “the worst singer in the world,” known for her flamboyant costumes, enigmatic performances and decidedly off-key voice.
Set in 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins. Known as “the first lady of the sliding scale,” she warbled and screeched her way through the evening to an audience who mostly fell about with laughter. But this delusional
and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics. Instead, she was surrounded by a circle of devoted friends who were almost as eccentric as she was.
Based upon a true story, the play follows Florence's journey as she prepares for her concerts, builds an unlikely friendship with her accompanist Cosme and defies her critics to follow her dreams. This is an hilarious and heartwarming comedy.
CAST (ages are a rough guide)
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FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS – An eccentric American lady, 60s/70s
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COSME MCMOON – A pianist, 30s. (Ideally the actor will be able to play piano, but if this is not possible, then his playing can be mimed.
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ST. CLAIR – Florence's English boyfriend, 60s
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DOROTHY – Florence's friend, 60s
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MARIA – Florence and St Clair's Mexican cook and housemaid who speaks only Spanish
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MRS. VERRINDER-GEDGE – An American society lady, late middle age
