[BATA] Tryouts for "The Trojan Women"

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Open Tryouts  Euripides' "The Trojan Women" at Foothill College

The Foothill College Drama Department announces open auditions for
Euripides' drama, "The Trojan Women," to be held Monday, September 22 and
Wednesday, September 24, 7-9:30 p.m. in the Foothill Pavilion, room 1301,
Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills.  No appointments
are necessary; please try not to arrive later than 9pm.  Callbacks will
be scheduled Thursday evening, September 25.

The classic Greek tragedy will be presented in an exciting modern
interpretation.  The version/translation by Jean-Paul Sartre is the
likely choice, though exploration of other translations is still ongoing
and will be determined before auditions begin September 22.  The theme of
war and its ultimate folly keenly affected Euripides, when his beloved
and democratic Athens invaded and subjugated Melos.  The theme is as
timeless today.

"The Trojan Women" is directed by Jay Manley, with settings designed by
Joe Ragey and costumes designed by Amy Zsadanyi-Yale.  Performances will
be presented November 7-23.  Rehearsals will be held weekday evenings and
some weekend days, beginning September 27. 

Roles available and approximate age ranges

Womenšs roles:  Hecuba  Queen of Troy, 40's-60's, emotionally and
physically demanding role;  Cassandra, daughter of Hecuba  a prophetess
who has gone mad in her suffering, 20's-30's; Andromache  wife of the
fallen Hector and mother of Astyanax, 20's-30's; Helen  wife of
Menelaus, abducted from the Greeks to Troy by Hecubašs son, Paris,
attractive and seductive in a special way, 20's-30's; Pallas Athene  the
patron Goddess of Attica, daughter of Zeus, 20's-40's; Chorus Leader and
Chorus  the defeated women of Troy, whose husbands, fathers and sons
have all been slaughtered  they act, of course, as the chorus in this
play, so have substantial individual vocal and group choral work
throughout the play.

Menšs Roles:  Talthybios  the Trojan herald or messenger, who brings the
devastating news to the Trojan women, wonderful character role,
20's-60's; Menelaus  the avenging Greek general, husband of Helen,
30's-60's; Poseidon, God of the sea and patron God of Troy, 30's-60's;
Soldiers  several conquering Greek soldiers.

Child role:  Astyanax  the son of Andromache and Hector and heir to the
Trojan throne, who is murdered to prevent a Trojan resurgence one day. 
This is a non-speaking role, but a very conspicuous presence and
requiring of substantial discipline, 7-10.

Auditioners are encouraged, though not required, to have a prepared
monologue, classic or contemporary.  Cold readings will also be
scheduled.  Auditioners should bring four quarters to purchase a parking
permit at auditions; those cast in the production will be provided a free
permit for the duration. Closest parking to the auditions is Parking lot
1, the first lot on your right as you enter the campus.  Foothill College
is located at El Monte Road and I-280 in Los Altos Hills.  This is a
non-Equity, not-for-pay production.  For a recorded announcement about
these auditions, phone 650-949-7414.  For further questions about the
auditions, please phone 650-949-7417.
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