Audition Information
Children & Youth (ages 8-17) March 28th
10-2pm
Adults (ages 18 and up) April 11th 1-5pm
Location: Carmen Arts Group Studio (426 Kalum Lake Road)
Suggested Audition Material:
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A Shakespeare monologue or sonnet, a classic monologue, or speech arts piece/ poem/ prose, or reading. Suggested 1-5 minutes in length.
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Auditionees ages 18 and under may be asked to sing. Please prepare a song to be performed a capella or bring a speaker, suggested songs include: nursery rhymes, Disney songs, musical theatre, classical or folk songs.
Video Auditions Accepted, please email to carmenartscoordinator@gmail.com.
Video audition deadline April 15th, 11:59pm
To Sign Up for an Audition, please:
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Fill Out the Audition Form
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Book a Time for your audition
Production Information
Performance Dates: July 17th & 18th
Rehearsal Schedule:
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Monday Evenings & Friday Evenings closer to performance dates.
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In-venue tech rehearsals July 12-16th evenings full cast.
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Additional afternoon tech rehearsals for Children and Youth, Tuesday July 14th & Thursday July 16th, 2-4pm.
As You Like It Summary
As You Like It is a romantic comedy about love, identity, and finding freedom away from the constraints of court life.
The story begins when Rosalind, the daughter of the banished Duke, is forced to flee the court of her uncle Duke Frederick. She escapes into the Forest of Arden with her cousin Celia, disguising herself as a young man named Ganymede for safety.
Meanwhile, Orlando, a young nobleman who has fallen in love with Rosalind, is also forced to flee his cruel brother Oliver and ends up in the same forest.
In the Forest of Arden, several characters gather, including the exiled Duke Senior and the melancholy philosopher Jaques. Orlando hangs love poems about Rosalind on the trees. Still disguised as Ganymede, Rosalind playfully offers to “cure” Orlando of his love by having him pretend she is Rosalind during their meetings.
Through misunderstandings, disguises, and humorous interactions, multiple love stories unfold. In the end, identities are revealed, conflicts are resolved, and several couples marry, including Rosalind and Orlando. Duke Senior is restored to power, and harmony returns.
Principal Roles
Rosalind
The witty and intelligent daughter of the banished Duke. Disguises herself as a young man named Ganymede while in exile. She is clever, emotionally perceptive, and the play’s central character.
Orlando
A young nobleman mistreated by his older brother. Brave, romantic, and idealistic, he falls deeply in love with Rosalind and pursues her into the Forest of Arden.
Celia
Rosalind’s loyal cousin and best friend. Warm, playful, and compassionate. She accompanies Rosalind into exile and disguises herself as a shepherdess named Aliena.
Duke Senior
Rosalind’s father and the rightful duke who has been exiled to the Forest of Arden. Wise, philosophical, and benevolent.
Duke Frederick
Celia’s father and the usurping duke who banishes Rosalind. Suspicious, authoritarian, and quick-tempered.
Jaques
A melancholic, thoughtful lord living with Duke Senior in the forest. Known for his philosophical outlook and the famous “All the world’s a stage” speech.
Supporting Roles
Touchstone
A witty court jester who accompanies Rosalind and Celia into the forest. Uses humour and wordplay to comment on love, society, and human folly.
Oliver
Orlando’s older brother who initially mistreats him out of jealousy but later reforms and becomes compassionate.
Adam
A loyal elderly servant to Orlando’s family. Devoted and selfless, he accompanies Orlando into exile.
Silvius
A passionate but naïve shepherd deeply in love with Phoebe.
Phoebe
A proud shepherdess who rejects Silvius but becomes infatuated with Rosalind in disguise as Ganymede.
Corin
A kind, practical shepherd who helps Rosalind and Celia settle in the forest.
Le Beau
A courtier who provides commentary on events at Duke Frederick’s court.
Charles
A professional wrestler who competes against Orlando early in the play.
Junior Jester
In training to touchstone, accompanies Rosalind and Celia into the forest, comedic and must sing.
Amiens
Primary singer and storyteller in exile with the duke.
Merry Men/ women of the forest
chorus of actors with the duke.
Waiting woman/girl to Rosalind and Celia
Accompanies them in their banishment.
Shepherdess and sheep chorus
Who resent Orlando’s poetry carved into their trees.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at carmenartscoordinator@gmail.com, or contact our director Christina Hansen by phone 672-977-7050