AUDITION NOTICE: It's Only Acting - BATS Theatre Company

Title: It's Only Acting

Presented By: BATS Theatre Company

Genre: Modern Australian Comedy

Synopsis: Ever watched political advertisements around election time and wondered whether the actors portraying housewives, labourers and retirees actually believe what they are saying - or whether it’s simply another paying gig?

Terri dreams of acting professionally but struggles to hold down a regular job and is desperately behind in rent. Just when things seem dire, she is offered a life-changing role in an Australia-wide marketing campaign. There’s just one problem: Terri is a passionate environmental activist, and the campaign promotes the “Aussie First, Second and Third Party,” a right-wing political movement led by a wealthy mining magnate.

Does Terri compromise her principles for financial security and career success?

IT’S ONLY ACTING is a modern, humorous look at ethics in advertising and the lengths some will go to turn their dreams into reality.

Audition Date: Tuesday March 17th, 2026

Audition Time: 7:30pm

Audition Location and Address: Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr Main and Church Streets, Buderim

Audition Requirements: No preparation required. Auditions will be held in a relaxed and friendly environment. Just come along and have fun.

Audition Registration: No formal registration required. For enquiries, contact Bruce on 0457 438 236.

Performance Dates: June 19th - 27th, 2026

Performance Location: Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr Main and Church Streets, Buderim

Rehearsal Dates: Every Tuesday and Thursday

Rehearsal Times: 7:30PM - 9:30PM

Rehearsal Location: Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr Main and Church Streets, Buderim

Warnings: Themes of politics and adult workplace references.

Performer Age: 18+

Creative Team: Writer & Director – Bruce Olive

Production Website: BATS Theatre Company - It's Only Acting

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

Darren: Male university student and environmental activist in his 20s to 40s.

Terri: Female friend of Darren’s. Similar age to Darren. This is a large role.

Barry: Mining magnate and founder of the Aussie First, Second and Third Party. 50s plus. Flamboyant Aussie.

Tabatha: Flatmate of Terri’s. 20s to 40s. Single mum with three young children. Makes ends meet by managing the Pink Kitten Gentlemen’s Club.

Roxanne: 30s plus female. Proprietor of the acting, modelling and television production company. A no nonsense businesswoman.

Brian: Television presenter. Small part. Could be played by the actor playing Darren.

Non-Speaking Roles: Two or three assistants in the television studio (could be played by backstage assistants).