Want to be part of a real show this summer? Aged 8-16?

A fabulous and fun new musical commissioned by The Windsor Globe!

Aesop’s Fables refers to a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and story-teller who lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 560 BC. His fables are some of the most well known in the world.

The Windsor Globe present four of his fabulous fables in one brand new family musical show:

The Hair and the Tortoise, The Dog and his Reflection,
The Lion and the Mouse & The Scorpion and the Frog

Toe tapping tunes and lots of laughing - as well as some excellent life lessons. Suitable for all the family, from ages 4+.

Join the cast! If you are aged 8-16 and would like to take part, read on...

Did you know…
What are Fables?

Fables are short stories which illustrate a particular moral and teach a lesson to children. The theme and characters appeal to children and the stories are often humorous and entertaining. Fables can also be described as tales or yarns which have a message in their narrative such as a parable might have. Fables can often pass into our culture as myths and legends.

Children’s auditions

The globe are looking for a least 60 children to act as the junior chorus for this brand new musical. The junior cast will be split into smaller teams, and will alternate shows.

Auditions for children (ages 8-16) are being held for Aesop’s Fables: Retold on the following dates and times:

Sunday 18th April
Registration from 10 -11am, auditions from 11am-1pm
Actors will be seen in the order they register. Doors will not be open before 10am

Sunday 25th April
Registration from 10 -11am, auditions from 11am-1pm
Actors will be seen in the order they register. Doors will not be open before 10am

Children should bring a recent passport photo with them, and a parent or guardian if they are under 16.

Who can audition for roles?

Children (chorus - 60 parts available!): Any child aged 8-16, who would like to act, sing and dance in a real show this summer! With workshops and rehearsals over three months, it is an extended learning experience!

Strong consideration will also be given to any child whose parent or guardian is, or will become a chaperone for the show.

There is a non-refundable costume & chaperone fee contribution of £35 per child who accepts a place. Thanks to a grant from the Co-operative Community fund, we have 20 free places for children who would not otherwise be able to take part for financial reasons.

All the lead adult roles are open to young people aged 17-25. There are separate auditions for these.

When are rehearsals and performances?

Rehearsals begin on Sunday 9th May - a detailed schedule will be available at the auditions. Aesops Fables Retold runs from 20th July - 30th July, you must be available for all performance dates. Crew are needed from 13th July -1st August.

What happens at the audition?

You will meet the director and some of the production team. Adults will take part in a read-through of the script. Children will take part in a fun workshop including acting, movement and singing.

WHAT IF ACTING ISN'T YOUR THING?

When and where are the interviews for crew and production team members?

Please get in touch! Everyone over 14 who can lend a hand is welcome; all skills, whether building, marketing, flyering, crew, ushers etc. are very welcome!! All volunteers are welcome to attend on the audition dates above and meet the director and production team to sign up. Under 18's will assist professional crew members.

What does being on the crew involve?

If you have a particular talent or skill, we can use it. We need people to do lighting, set construction, stewarding, program sales, security, costume, chaperoning, runners, and assistants of all kinds. If you want to help we will find a job for you! To be on the committee you will need to attend regular meetings on weekday evenings. Cast are welcome to join the committee as well.

What do I do now?

Look around the website www.windsorglobe.co.uk for more information on the shows.

Children should email Niki Robinson (niki@windsorglobe.co.uk) to register for a group audition. Minimum age is 8 to take part.