Present Laughter (2011)
by Noël Coward
Directed by Dave Hollander
Performances: Tuesday 5th to Saturday 9th July 2011, Bell Theatre
Contents
Introduction
Garry Essendine, a rather attractive yet self-absorbed actor, is about to embark on a tour of Africa, perhaps to stave off a mid-life crisis. As he tries to tidy up his affairs in preparation for the trip, he has to throw out a wide-eyed fan, deal with his long suffering secretary, placate his ex-wife and escape the attentions of an aspiring playwright. A fast-paced whirl of intrigue, love affairs and thwarted ambition, Present Laughter is Coward at his most autobiographical — and irrepressibly funny.
Auditions
- Sunday 6th March - 8pm
- Monday 7th March - 8pm
- Tuesday 7th March - 8pm
Cast
- Garry Essendine - a famous actor (male, aged 40-50)
- Liz Essendine - his estranged wife (female, 35-45)
- Daphne Stillington - a young admirer (female, 20s)
- Morris Dixon - Garry's manager (male, 35+)
- Henry Lyppiatt - Garry's producer (male, 35+)
- Joanna Lyppiatt - Henry's wife (female, 30-40)
- Monica Reed - Garry's secretary (female, 25-40)
- Roland Maule - an aspiring playwright (male, 25+)
- Miss Erikson - the Swedish housekeeper (female, 40-60)
- Fred - Garry's valet (male, any age)
- Lady Saltburn - a lady whose niece has been promised an audition (female, 50+)
Crew
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Gallery
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