AUDITION NOTICE: My Hamster is a Pirate - Brisbane Arts Theatre

Title: My Hamster is a Pirate

Presented By: Brisbane Arts Theatre

Genre: Family / Adventure / Comedy

Synopsis: When ordinary boy Ben discovers that his hamster Stig isn’t merely a seed hoarder—but a swashbuckling pirate captain in search of treasure—he’s whisked away on a miniature voyage full of sea‑faring mayhem, rival pets, neighbourhood “villains,” and unlikely bravery. This whimsical adaptation explores imagination, courage, and the power of friendship in unexpected places.

Audition Date: Sunday 26th April 2026

Audition Time: 12PM – 4PM (with additional slots opening 4PM–6PM if required)

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

Audition Requirements:

• CV (if available) and headshot (or clear face photo) to bring or email

• One‑minute monologue for the character you’re auditioning for

• Those auditioning for Lucy to prepare a one‑minute song with backing track connectivity for playback

• Cold reads from script possible

Audition Registration: Register for an audition HERE

Audition Pack: My Hamster is a Pirate Audition Pack

Performance Dates: July 4th - 11th, 2026

Performance Times: 11AM Daily

Performance Location: Southbank TAFE Auditorium, South Bank QLD

Rehearsal Dates & Times: Please see audition pack for full rehearsal schedule

Rehearsal Location: Lavalla Centre, Paddington QLD

Warnings: Family‑friendly material; no strong adult themes noted.

Performer Age: 15+ eligible to audition; roles include younger parts played by older actors as specified.

Creative Team: Director - Sandra Harman

Production Website: Brisbane Arts Theatre - My Hamster is a Pirate

Other Information:

• All successful cast members are expected to become financial members of Brisbane Arts Theatre (membership details available on the theatre website).

Available Roles / Character Breakdown:

• Ben – The central boy (cast as older kid/actor)

• Lucy – A spirited younger girl (cast as older kid/actor)

• Mum – Adult female (30s–40s)

• Dad – Adult male (30s–40s)

• Stinky – Hamster puppet (puppeteer visible)

• Doris Pegg – Elderly lady (70s)

• Algernon Pickles / Talent Show MC – Thief character

• Sasha – Child (cast as older kid/actor)

• Raoul / Robbo – Ensemble roles

• Larry Skinner – Thief character

• Steven Bradbury – Olympic speedskater character

• Angelica - Sasha’s sister (8) / sachet of ketchup

• Kid With Sign – Child roles

• Carrot / Meat Pie – Non‑speaking roles (doubled as talent show kids)