AUDITION NOTICE: Collected Grimm Tales - Ad Astra Theatre Company

Title: Collected Grimm Tales

Presented By: Ad Astra Theatre Company

Genre: Fairy Tale / Fantasy / Ensemble Theatre

Synopsis: Adapted by Carol Ann Duffy and dramatised by Tim Supple, Collected Grimm Tales brings the classic stories of the Brothers Grimm to the stage with humour, imagination, and a darker theatrical edge. Familiar tales including Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White, and Rumpelstiltskin are retold through fluid ensemble storytelling. Performers shift between narrators, heroes, villains, animals, royalty, villagers, and magical creatures, often transforming from one character to another within a single scene.

The production will present two versions of the play: the complete version, recommended for audiences aged 15+, and a shorter modified version suitable for children of all ages.

Audition Date: Monday 24 August and Tuesday 25 August 2026

Audition Location and Address: Ad Astra – Galaxy, 210 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane QLD

Audition Requirements: Prepare a fairy-tale excerpt of your choice, no longer than two minutes.

• Include narration and at least one character.

• Demonstrate a clear vocal shift between narrator and character.

• Engage the audience and invite them into the world of the story.

• Establish a clear mood through vocal delivery.

• Showcase characterisation through voice and physicality.

• The piece may be memorised or retold from memory in your own words.

• Auditionees are welcome to use movement and gesture.

Audition Registration: Apply through the form available on the Ad Astra auditions page, or email collectedgrimmtalesadastra@gmail.com

Email applications must include:

• A recent headshot.

• A current CV in Word or Google Docs format.

  
  

Performance Dates: 3–19 December 2026

Performance Times:

• Thursday evenings

• Friday evenings

• Saturday evenings

• Saturday matinees

• Sunday matinees

Performance Location: Ad Astra – Galaxy, 210 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane QLD

Rehearsal Dates: Weekly rehearsals commence Sunday 30 August 2026.

Rehearsal Times:

• Mondays: 6:15pm–9:30pm

• Wednesdays: 6:15pm–9:30pm

• Sundays: 10:00am–4:00pm

Warnings: The full version is recommended for audiences aged 15+.

Creative Team:

Co-Director: Bradley Chapman

Co-Director: Prue Robb

Production Website: Ad Astra Auditions

Other information:

• Callbacks, if required, will be held on Wednesday 26 August 2026.

• This is a co-op production. Cast and crew will receive a share of ticket sales after expenses.

• Actors of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and body types are encouraged to apply.

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

This is an ensemble production rather than a traditional play with fixed individual roles. Every performer will portray several characters across the different stories. The production will present two versions: the complete version recommended for audiences aged 15+, and a shorter modified version suitable for children of all ages.

Characters may include:

• Narrators

• Heroes and heroines

• Princes and princesses

• Kings and queens

• Witches

• Wolves

• Animals

• Villagers

• Magical creatures

• Other figures from the Brothers Grimm fairy tales

The production is seeking performers who:

• Have strong acting and storytelling skills.

• Can create distinctive characters using voice and physicality.

• Are comfortable with movement and ensemble performance.

• Can perform both comedy and darker dramatic material.

• Work collaboratively and support fellow cast members.