AUDITION NOTICE: The Human Centipede Parody Musical - Synergy Production Co., Left of Right Theatre Company, PIP Theatre

Title: The Human Centipede Parody Musical

Presented By: Synergy Production Co. & Left of Right Theatre Company, in collaboration with PIP Theatre

Genre: Musical Parody / Comedy Horror

Synopsis: Based on the infamous 2009 film, The Human Centipede Parody Musical transforms the shock-horror premise into an outrageous musical comedy. A mad scientist kidnaps three tourists in order to create his human centipede, but this parody version adds original songs, eccentric characters, film-noir detectives, tap dancing, and deliberately ridiculous humour. After a sold-out Anywhere Festival season in 2023, the show returns to Brisbane.

Audition Date:

Self-tape submissions due: Friday 12 June 2026

In-person recalls: Sunday 21 June 2026

Audition Requirements: Submit a self-tape using your chosen character material, along with CV and headshot. Character materials are available via the character packs link.

Audition Registration: Email submissions to thehumancentipedeparodymusical@gmail.com

Audition Pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tlam3290HfAOnonuV1T_kwocUycY3uhc/view

Character Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NiB-CycjJvreUIz0HgtfLRUP9VJ0D1Ce

Performance Dates: 7–17 October 2026

Performance Location: PIP Theatre – Savoir Faire, 20 Park Road, Milton QLD

Rehearsal Dates: 26 July – 4 October 2026, Tech: 4–7 October 2026

Rehearsal Times: Monday and Thursday night calls, Sunday full-day calls

Warnings: Comedy horror, gruesome parody content, adult themes, simulated drug use, alcohol use, gun use, simulated needle use, physical intimacy, kissing, and close physical proximity as part of the “Human Centipede” staging.

Performer Age: Adult performers 18+

Creative Team:

• Written by: Liam Hartley and Oliver Catton

• Musical Compositions: Thomas Currie

• Direction: Liam Hartley

• Musical Direction: Nate Stevenson

• Choreography / Assistant Direction: Maureen Bowra

• Stage Management: Lindsay Cooper

• Production Design: Tamzen Hunter

Other information:

• Remuneration: Profit-share percentage with tiered goals dependent on ticket sales

• Seeking 2 leads and 2 swings

• Swings are guaranteed to perform during the run

• At least one swing must be Asian, as the role of Katsuro is POC

• BIPOC, LGBTQ+ performers and performers living with disabilities are encouraged to apply

• Discreet cushioning will be used in costume as a physical barrier for Human Centipede staging

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Kranz - Man, he/him. Playing age 30–40. Baritone, G2–F4. One half of the crime-solving duo who stumble toward tracking down the missing tourists. Inspired by 1940s film noir. Fueled by cocaine and hatred of criminal activity. Also plays Trucker and German Guy. Requires strong comedic timing, harmony confidence, and excellent chemistry with Voller. Transatlantic, General American and German accents required.

• Voller - Man, he/him. Playing age 30–40. Baritone, G2–F4. The other half of the crime-solving duo. Often found drinking on the job or reciting long-winded monologues. Inspired by 1940s film noir. Also plays Grandpa. Requires strong comedic timing, harmony confidence, and excellent chemistry with Kranz. Transatlantic and General American accents required.

• Femme Swing - Covers multiple tracks across the production. Roles allocated based on submissions. Must be a confident singer, mover and comedic performer. May cover roles requiring General American accent, novice tap, harmony work, intimacy staging, and kissing.

• Masc Swing - Covers multiple tracks across the production. Roles allocated based on submissions. Must be a confident singer, mover and comedic performer. May cover roles requiring General American, German, and/or Japanese character contexts, novice tap, harmony work, intimacy staging, and close physical comedy. At least one swing must be Asian to cover Katsuro.