Much Ado About Nothing Auditions
The Brigham City Fine Arts Center is thrilled to announce auditions for Much Ado About Nothing. Auditions will be held on April 14 and 15th from 6:30-8:30. Auditions will be held at the Fine Arts Center, 58 S 100 W, Brigham City. Roles are available for ages 16 and up.
Production Team
Director: Richelle Sutton
Stage Manager: Marci Lund
Performances
Friday, June 5 at 7:30 pm
Monday, June 8 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 13 at 7:30 pm
Friday, June 19 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 20 at 2:00 pm
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 pm and Saturdays from 9:00-12:00. Additional rehearsals will be added as we get closer to opening night. See conflict calendar for full details.
Synopsis
In the sun-drenched estate of Messina, a "merry war" of wits ignites between the legendary bachelors Beatrice and Benedick, while the young and soulful Claudio and Hero fall head-over-heels in love. But as friends conspire to trick the bickering pair into a romance, the villainous Don John sows seeds of deception that lead to a dramatic public shaming at the altar.
Audition Instructions:
Please be prepared to recite a 1-minute Shakespearean comedic monologue or something of similar language/style.
Please bring your audition form, conflict calendar and a headshot (if available). Forms are linked below.
In an effort to limit the wait time, please sign up for an audition time. Walk-ins will be welcome, but priority will be given to those with a scheduled audition time.
Sign up here.
If you are unable to attend auditions, video auditions will be accepted until 9:00 pm on Wednesday, April 15. Please email them to richelle.sutton2@gmail.com. Please include all required audition forms with the video.
Callbacks will be held on Saturday, April 18, by invitation. Please be prepared to move.
Character Descriptions
The Household of Messina
- Leonato (M 50s–70s): The Governor and father to Hero; a hospitable but proud patriarch.
- Hero (F 18–25): Leonato's daughter; gentle, innocent, and the victim of a cruel slander.
- Beatrice (F 25–40): Leonato’s niece; sharp-tongued, cynical, and fiercely independent.
- Antonio (M 50s–70s): Leonato’s brother; loyal and quick to defend his family's honor.
- Margaret (F 20s–30s): Hero's witty waiting-woman; flirtatious and unwittingly involved in the plot.
- Ursula (F 20s–50s): Hero's other attendant; helps trick Beatrice into falling for Benedick.
The Soldiers & Villains
- Don Pedro (M 30s–50s): Prince of Aragon; a mature leader who loves a good matchmaking scheme.
- Benedick (M 25–45): A witty soldier and "confirmed" bachelor who engages in a war of words with Beatrice.
- Claudio (M 20s): A young, decorated count who falls head-over-heels for Hero.
- Don John (M 20s–40s): The "bastard" brother of Don Pedro; a melancholy villain driven by envy.
- Borachio (M 20s–40s): Don John’s cynical henchman; the mastermind behind the wedding deception.
- Conrade (M 20s–30s): A young, loyal follower and confidant to Don John.
The Clergy
- Dogberry (Any 30s–60s): The bumbling Constable; a comic role known for constant malapropisms.
- Verges (Any 50s–70s): The elderly, somewhat dim-witted deputy to Dogberry.
- Friar Francis (Any 40s–70s): A wise priest who devises the plan to fake Hero's death.
- Balthasar (Any 20s–40s): A musician in Don Pedro’s court; requires singing ability.
- Sexton (Any Age/Gender): The logical official who interrogates the villains.
The Watch & Ensemble
- The Watch (Any Age): A group of local townspeople, including George Seacoal and Hugh Oatcake, who serve as the town's bumbling security. These are key comedic roles that require physical comedy and strong ensemble timing.
- Messengers (Late Teens–30s): Vital for delivering news between the soldiers and the household; often doubled with other ensemble roles.
- Attendants & Servants (Any Age): Non-speaking or light-speaking roles that populate the estate of Messina during the masquerade ball and wedding scenes.
Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) Auditions
The Brigham City Fine Arts Center is thrilled to announce auditions for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged). Auditions will be held on April 15th from 6:30-8:30. Auditions will be held at the Fine Arts Center, 58 S 100 W, Brigham City.
Production Team
Director: Brian Wood
Stage Manager: Paula Collier
Performances
Friday, June 6 at 7:30 pm
Friday, June 12 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 pm
Monday, June 15 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 pm
Rehearsals
Two shows are in rehearsal at the same time and sharing of the stage is necessary. To accommodate the other rehearsal schedule, rehearsals will be a mix of on stage at the Fine Arts Center while others will be at the residence of the director, in Riverdale. Rehearsals will be Monday through Thursday, 6:30-9:30 and Saturdays, 9-12. First rehearsal will be Monday, April 20 at the theatre.
Synopsis
Three men play fictional versions of themselves as they attempt to “capture, in a single, theatrical experience, the magic, the genius, the towering grandeur of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” playing all characters in several scenes. There is a high level of interaction between the actors and the audience.
Audition Instructions:
Please be prepared to recite a 1-minute Shakespearean comedic monologue and read from one or more of the attached sides.
Please bring your audition form, conflict calendar and a headshot (if available). Forms are linked below.
In an effort to limit the wait time, please sign up for an audition time. Walk-ins will be welcome, but priority will be given to those with a scheduled audition time.
Sign up here.
Contact Brian Wood at 801-710-2268 for additional information.
Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Saturday, April 18, at 9 am, by invitation.
Character List:
The role of Adam is open. He can be quite emotional and has a bond with audience members. He plays multiple roles in the various short productions of Shakespeare’s works. As was common practice in Shakespeare’s day, males played the female roles. Adam portrays several women in the scenes and has many quick changes throughout the show.
Meet the Directors
Richelle Sutton
Richelle Sutton
Richelle Sutton
Hail and Well met! Richelle is thrilled to be directing Much Ado here at the Fine Arts Center! Since middle school, she’s been involved in countless productions—plays and musicals alike—and theatre has remained a central part of her life. Her passion led her to earn two degrees in the craft: a BA in General Theatre and an MA in Dramaturgy, further deepening her understanding and appreciation for storytelling.
Richelle finds immense joy in anything narrative-related. When she’s not directing, she loves to DM tabletop games, enjoys playing video games, and is often found with her nose in a book.
In true fashion, we are all excited to bring the flavor and panache of Shakespeare to our community this summer. As Shakespeare wrote, "All the world's a stage".
Brian Wood
Richelle Sutton
Richelle Sutton
Brian Wood was born in Mississippi, which means he knows how to pronounce “y’all” correctly. He spent a few years living in England, were he attempted to master a new accent. Eventually, he moved to Utah during high school. Brian attended Weber State University and earned a BA in theatre, thus formalizing his commitment to pretending to be other people.
His acting résumé includes performances in The Play That Goes Wrong (he assures you, it wasn’t his fault), Lend Me a Tenor, The Foreigner, and Angel Street, all at the Heritage Theatre and Terrace Plaza Playhouse.
As a director, Brian has wrangled actors in Plaza Suite, My Three Angels, and Steel Magnolias at the Heritage Theatre. Utilizing the Ziegfeld Theater as the backdrop for a side project, Brian directed and acted in The Prisoner of Second Avenue. Brian previously performed in and is now excited to also direct The Complete Works of Shakespeare Abridged and to team with a new cast who are just as fearless and comfortable with looking and acting ridiculously on stage for the sake of some good laughs.
Upcoming Auditions
Auditions May 14 & 16
Directed by Courtney Fairbourn
Auditions July 7 & 8
Directed by Clint Thornburg