AUDITION NOTICE: As You Like It - VOX Theatre Arts

Samantha Hancock
Apr 23
2 min read

Updated: Apr 29

Title: As You Like It

Presented By: Vox Theatre Arts

Genre: Shakespearean Comedy / Devised Musical Theatre

Synopsis: William Shakespeare’s As You Like It is a whimsical pastoral comedy filled with disguise, romantic entanglements, wit, and wisdom. The story follows the brilliant Rosalind, who is banished from court by her villainous uncle, Duke Frederick. Disguised as the boy Ganymede, she flees to the Forest of Arden with her loyal cousin Celia and the sharp-witted court fool, Touchstone. There, she unexpectedly reunites with Orlando, her love interest who has also fled the court. What follows is a vibrant tale of love, identity, and freedom—where gender roles are blurred, hearts are tested, and love triumphs under the trees.

In this exciting new production, classic Shakespearean language will be paired with live arrangements of Australian rock and folk music, offering a uniquely homegrown take on this timeless story.

Audition Date: Saturday 17 May 2025

Audition Time: 9am - 2pm

Audition Location and Address: Lavalla Centre, 58 Fernberg Road, Paddington QLD 4064

Audition Requirements:

Please prepare either:
- Two contrasting monologues OR
- One Shakespearean monologue (1–3 minutes, not from As You Like It) AND one song (1–2 minutes) in the folk/rock style (preferably by an Australian artist).
You are encouraged to accompany yourself on an instrument (guitar and keyboard provided). You may also bring your own instrument or a Bluetooth-compatible backing track.
This is a devised ensemble production, so roles are not pre-defined as singing or non-singing. Come ready to showcase your creativity and versatility.
Auditionees must be 18+.

Audition Registration: Click here to register

Audition Pack: Click here to download

Available Roles:

All roles are open and are listed as any age and gender-presenting as specified:

Rosalind – witty, self-assured heroine, disguised as Ganymede
Orlando – hopeful, determined, romantic lead
Celia – devoted cousin, quick-witted and loyal
Oliver – Orlando’s jealous elder brother, later reformed
Touchstone – sharp-tongued court fool, delightfully absurd
Duke Senior – the exiled, wise Duke with a Robin Hood aura
Silvius – a hopeless romantic shepherd
Audrey – a simple, charming goatherd
Duke Frederick – the power-hungry, volatile usurper
Phebe – proud and strong-willed shepherdess
Jaques – brooding, philosophical attendant to Duke Senior

Performance Dates: 28 – 31 August 2025

Performance Times:

Thurs 28 Aug – Preview
Fri 29 Aug – Opening Night
Sat 30 Aug – Matinee & Evening
Sun 31 Aug – Closing Performance

Performance Location: Forest Lake Amphitheatre, Forest Lake Boulevard, Forest Lake QLD 4078

Rehearsal Dates:

Sunday mornings (9 am – 12 pm) and some Tuesday/Wednesday evenings (7 pm – 10 pm)

First Rehearsal: Sun 8 June (Meet & Greet)
Key Dates include Media Days, Full Runs, Sitzprobe, and Tech Week starting 24 Aug
Full schedule provided upon casting
Participants are not required for every rehearsal – schedules will reflect role and availability