AUDITION NOTICE: Love is More Thicker Than Forget - Act1 Theatre

Title: Love Is More Thicker Than Forget

Presented By: Act1 Theatre

Genre: Contemporary Drama / Comedy / Family Drama

Synopsis: Written by Carolyn Stuart, Love Is More Thicker Than Forget is a warm, witty and deeply human play exploring family, memory, friendship and the unexpected ways people find strength in one another. Katherine is struggling to balance her own future with the responsibilities of caring for her mother, Betty, whose world is changing as she lives with dementia. As love, grief, friendship and family obligations begin to collide, the women around Katherine and Betty are drawn together in unexpected ways, each navigating their own personal challenges and changing identities. Through moments of humour, vulnerability and compassion, the play explores the importance of human connection and the small acts of care that help hold us together.

Audition Date: Saturday 7 November 2026

Audition Time: 2:00pm

Audition Location and Address: Act 1 Theatre, Strathpine QLD.

Audition Requirements:

• No prepared monologue or audition piece is required.

• Auditionees will be provided with selected scenes from the play to read on the day.

• Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate characterisation, script interpretation and an ability to work alongside other performers.

• Both experienced actors and newcomers to Act 1 Theatre are welcome to audition.

Audition Registration: To register your interest, contact Deb on 0431 843 887.

Performance Dates:

• Friday 29 January 2027

• Saturday 30 January 2027

• Sunday 31 January 2027

• Friday 5 February 2027

• Saturday 6 February 2027

• Sunday 7 February 2027

• Friday 12 February 2027

• Saturday 13 February 2027

• Sunday 14 February 2027

Performance Location: Act1 Theatre, Strathpine QLD

Warnings: The play explores themes of dementia, memory loss, ageing, grief, bereavement, loneliness, caregiving responsibilities and emotional strain within family relationships.

Performer Age: Adult performers. Character playing ages range from approximately 50s–80s.

Creative Team:

• Playwright: Carolyn Stuart

• Director: Telhea Fuller

Production Website: https://www.act1theatre.com.au/auditions

Available Roles/Character Breakdown

KATHERINE

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 50s

• Betty's daughter, full-time carer and owner of Bellevue Bakery. Loving, capable and emotionally stretched, Katherine is attempting to balance her responsibilities to her mother with the possibility of building a life of her own. Caught between duty, guilt and her personal aspirations, Katherine must navigate the emotional demands of caregiving while confronting difficult decisions about her future.

• Performance Requirements: Strong emotional range, naturalistic acting and the ability to portray compassion, exhaustion, vulnerability and inner conflict.

BETTY

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 80s

• Katherine's mother, who has recently been widowed and is living with dementia. Funny, stubborn, vulnerable and unpredictable, Betty moves between moments of warmth, confusion and sudden flashes of sharp clarity. Her changing memory and perception of the world create both humorous and heartbreaking moments for those around her.

• Performance Requirements: Strong dramatic versatility, sensitive characterisation and the ability to portray the complexities of dementia with authenticity and compassion.

ARTHUR

• Gender: Male-presenting

• Playing Age: 70s

• Betty's deceased husband, whose presence continues to linger after his death. Charming, cheeky and occasionally infuriating, Arthur brings humour, shared history and unfinished business into Betty's world. His continuing presence reflects the enduring emotional connections between loved ones, even after death.

• Performance Requirements: Strong character acting, warmth, comedic timing and the ability to balance humour with emotional depth.

JUDY

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 50s

• Katherine's old school friend, Shaz's partner and coordinator of the local craftivist circle. Outspoken, funny and fiercely loyal, Judy is energetic, organised and deeply invested in supporting the women around her. Her strong personality and commitment to community make her an important source of connection and friendship.

• Performance Requirements: Confident stage presence, strong comedic timing, warmth and energetic characterisation.

OLIVER

• Gender: Male-presenting

• Playing Age: 50s

• A local veterinarian and Katherine's partner. Grounded, affectionate and patient, Oliver hopes to build a future with Katherine. However, her responsibilities to Betty place constant pressure on their relationship. His character explores the challenges of maintaining intimacy and personal relationships while navigating the demands of family caregiving.

• Performance Requirements: Naturalistic acting, emotional sensitivity and the ability to portray patience, affection and relationship tension.

SYLVIA

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 60s

• Recently widowed following the death of her husband, Richard, Sylvia works as Betty's part-time carer. Kind, dependable and compassionate, she provides practical and emotional support while quietly carrying her own loneliness and grief. Despite her personal struggles, Sylvia remains a steady and caring presence in the lives of those around her.

• Performance Requirements: Subtle emotional depth, warmth and the ability to portray quiet grief, compassion and resilience.

VI

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 60s

• Recently retired and married to Brian, Vi is adjusting to a new stage of life. Intelligent, spirited and dryly funny, she is searching for connection, purpose and somewhere to belong. As she navigates the changes brought about by retirement, Vi discovers new opportunities for friendship and personal fulfilment.

• Performance Requirements: Strong comedic timing, expressive characterisation and the ability to portray intelligence, humour and emotional vulnerability.

SHAZ

• Gender: Female-presenting

• Playing Age: 50s

• Judy's partner and a police officer. Practical, observant and quietly funny, Shaz brings calm, strength and grounded support to the people around her. Her level-headed personality provides a reassuring contrast to some of the more outspoken and emotionally turbulent characters.

• Performance Requirements: Naturalistic acting, understated humour, confidence and the ability to portray a calm, supportive presence.