JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: The Playground in the Sky - Play on Stage
- Samantha Hancock
- May 4
- 2 min read
Title: The Playground in the Sky
Presented By: Play on Stage
Genre: Children's Theatre / Drama
Synopsis: Following its critically acclaimed 2024 premiere, The Playground in the Sky returns for a special season during the September school holidays. When floods ravage the streets of Brisbane, ten-year-old George must confront the loss of his home and sense of safety. In the midst of despair, he meets the vibrant and mysterious Melanie, who leads him to a floating playground in the sky. Here, George and the neighbourhood kids navigate recovery, resilience, and the power of imagination. It's a heartfelt tale of friendship, healing, and childhood wonder.
Audition Date: Monday 2nd June 2025
Audition Time: Sessions available between 5:30pm and 8:00pm (30-minute slots, maximum 8 auditionees per session)
Audition Location and Address: Play on Stage, 97 Fernberg Road, Paddington QLD
Audition Requirements:
No preparation required.
Auditionees will participate in drama games and cold reads from the script.
Younger participants will be prioritised for earlier timeslots.
To register your interest, email director Virag Dombay at virag@playonstage.com.au
Audition Pack: Available here
Available Roles:
George (Male, 10): Reserved, deeply affected by the floods.
Melanie (Female, 10): Adventurous, mysterious, and outgoing.
Samantha (Female, 15): George’s teenage sister, torn between social life and caring for her brother.
Chaz (Male, 15): Awkward friend of Samantha, harbours a crush on her.
Tilly (Female, 15): Bright, bubbly, obsessed with Taylor Swift.
Bill (Any gender, 10): George’s kind but impulsive friend.
Blake (Any gender, 10): Introverted, video game enthusiast.
Ace (Any gender, 8–10): Bossy member of the four-square gang.
King (Any gender, 10–12): Rival of Queen in the four-square gang.
Queen (Any gender, 10–12): Rival of King in the four-square gang.
Dunce (Any gender, 8–11): Ironically the smartest in the four-square gang.
Tiger (Female, 5–8): Member of the Kitty Club, carries a stuffed tiger. (Small role)
Lion (Female, 5–8): Kitty Club, carries a stuffed lion. (Small role)
Leopard (Female, 5–8): Kitty Club, carries a stuffed leopard. (Small role)
Note: Queen/Tilly and King/Chaz will be double cast. Other roles may be as well depending on availability.
Performance Dates:
Monday 22nd September (3:00pm performance; 2:00pm call time)
Tuesday 23rd September (10:30am performance; 9:30am call time)
Wednesday 24th September (10:30am performance; 9:30am call time)
Thursday 25th September (10:30am performance; 9:30am call time)
Performance Location: The Ron Hurley Theatre, 28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills QLD
Rehearsal Dates: Wednesdays from 23rd July through 17th September, with additional rehearsals in the final week.
Rehearsal Times:
Wednesdays, 5:30pm–7:30pm
EKKA Holiday (13th August): 9:00am–1:00pm
Final Week: Includes additional Monday and Friday sessions
Warnings: Some roles involve portrayal of trauma from natural disasters.
Required Age: 5–15 years old
Production Website: www.playonstage.com.au/get-involved
Other information:
Payment will be in accordance with the Live Performance Award Rates based on performer age group.
Rehearsals are considered in-kind (unpaid), while performance calls will be paid.
Double casting will occur for some roles.
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