AUDITION NOTICE: Picnic at Hanging Rock - Act1 Theatre

Title: Picnic at Hanging Rock

Presented By: Act1 Theatre

Genre: Drama / Mystery

Synopsis: Based on Joan Lindsay's iconic Australian novel and adapted for the stage by Tom Wright, Picnic at Hanging Rock tells the haunting story of a group of schoolgirls and their teacher who mysteriously disappear during a Valentine's Day picnic at Hanging Rock in 1900. As those left behind search for answers, the mystery deepens, blurring the lines between reality, memory and myth in one of Australia's most enduring theatrical works.

Audition Date: Saturday 1 August 2026

Audition Time: 11:00am

Audition Location and Address: Act1 Theatre (Old Shire Hall), 238 Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500

Audition Requirements:

• Prepare and perform a monologue that showcases your characterisation skills.

• Participate in cold readings from sections of the script.

Audition Registration: Contact the production team directly for audition enquiries.

Performance Dates: 2 - 18 October, 2026

Performance Location: Act1 Theatre (Old Shire Hall), 238 Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500

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

Other information:

• This is a community theatre, non-paid production created by volunteers passionate about producing theatre of a high standard.

• The production is seeking performers who can:

  • Play multiple characters with confidence and versatility.

  • Deliver substantial monologues with conviction.

  • Create distinct and believable characters using voice and physicality.

  • Work collaboratively as part of a close ensemble.

  • Commit fully to the rehearsal process.

For further information contact:

• Michelle Whitmore (Director): 0412 395 800

• Deb Hossack (Production Manager): 0431 843 887

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

The production is seeking five talented female performers to portray multiple characters throughout the play.