Audition Announcement: PUFFS
Sunday, November 30th & Monday, December 1st
Landmark Community Theatre will be holding auditions for the Harry Potter theatrical spoof, PUFFS, on November 30th and December 1st from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Thomaston Opera House.
Auditions will be first come first served. Auditions will run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on both days. Shanelle Dupre will direct the show with stage management by Michelle Eifes. The show dates are February 21, 22, 27, 28, March 1, 6, 7, 8 for a total of 8 performances. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. Rehearsals will begin on Sunday, December 7th and continue to be held 2-3 times a week. Rehearsal days are tentatively scheduled for Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The schedule may change based on cast availability. In the case of inclement weather and canceled rehearsals, please expect to have rescheduled times.
Minimum age to audition is 18 years old Auditioners will be given script sides to read at auditions. Monologue memorization is not required.
LCT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As such, we encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, and ages to attend every audition. To performers with disabilities, you are encouraged to audition. Please indicate if you need special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Andrea Bingham, Production Manager, andrea@landmarkcommunitytheatre.org
Plot Summary: For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
Character Breakdown: Unless otherwise stated, all roles are open to any gender, ethnicity, and age. Looking for strong comedic timing and ability to use in characterized voices.
- Wayne Hopkins - The hero. Totally uncool, but full of charm and heart. Loyal to a tee. Likes comic books and video games, knows nothing about magic or this weird magic world he is now a part of. Best friends with Oliver and Megan.
- Oliver Rivers - One of the main trio. Incredibly smart and cerebral, he is a math wiz, and proud of it; lovingly a nerd from New Jersey. After ending up at wizarding school, he finds out he isn’t the top of his class, and instead begins a fantastical journey of friendship and even some love, better than any algebra class could ever promise. Real comic chops, incredibly appealing, youthful.
- Megan Jones - One of the main trio; begins the show by only desiring to live up to her mother’s reputation: a dark wizard currently in Wiz Priz for being such a bad-ass Death Buddy in her youth. Favorite store: Hot Topic. Favorite color: black. Over time, her tough veneer begins to soften, as a budding romance with Oliver becomes apparent. Defiant and headstrong on the surface, the audience begins to see that her adamance of being completely unique and independent really stems from her desire to be loved and accepted.
- Narrator - The narrator of the story. She/he guides us through our entire show of Puffy-ness. British accent. Must be a great storyteller, as she/he must keep the audience engaged and updated on all the goings-on. Can be a bit of a know-it-all, but still relatable and appealing. Comedy skills a must, improv background is a plus.
- Leanne - A little distant. A little random. Is possibly a genius or really, really stupid. But has a really strong heart. The Puffiest of the Puffs.
- Ernie Mac - Proud. Loud. Pretty sure he’s the best.
- Hannah - Shy. Very shy.
- J. Finich Fletchley - Boyish & fun. Chipper and happy except, when his life is in mortal danger.
- Sally Perks - She goes to school here.
- Susie Bones - Sad. Gloomy. Think Eeyore from “Winnie the Pooh.” Constantly in fear of her or her family dying.
- Cedric/Mr. Voldy - An appealing comic actor to play the pivotal roles of Cedric in Act I and Mr. Voldy in Act II. Cedric: A champion. Athletic, winning, popular, and charming. Everyone’s favorite, but still loyal, patient, and kind. A leading example of a Puff. Mr. Voldy: Evil. Like, reeeaaally evil. Wants to rule the world in shadows and darkness and terror.
- Other Characters: Harry, Hermeoone 1, 2, and 3, Clumsy Longbottom, Blondo Malfoy, Seamus, Goyle, Viktor, Colin, Frenchy, Zach Smith, Uncle Dave, Hagrid, A Certain Potions Teacher, 1st Headmaster, 2nd Headmaster, Professor Locky, Professor McG, Professor Turban, Professor Sproutty, Professor Lanny, Ghost History Teach, Runes Teach, Ms. Babble, Real Mr. Moody, Mr. Nick, A Fat Friar, Myrtle, Sorted Smart, Rita Scooter, Mr. Bagman, Death Buddy 1, Xavia Jones, Helga, Rowena, Ric Gryff, Sal, Bippy, Scorpy