'The Comedy of Errors' @ Manchester Central Library

'The Comedy of Errors' @ Manchester Central Library

TheatreMCR Closing date: Fri, 24 Apr 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Performer
Contract: Temporary
North West
  • Part time
  • Unpaid

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Casting Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors," a fast-moving, cut-down, 60-minute ensemble production packed with slapstick and invention. High-quality, professional standard production at the Henry Watson Music Library.

Job Description

This opportunity may particularly suit actors who wish to develop and strengthen their verse-speaking, want to add a classical text to their CV, are building experience in Shakespeare, are looking to work around other professional commitments, and value working in an intimate, ensemble-focused environment. We look forward to hearing from passionate, committed actors ready to dive into one of Shakespeare's most joyful and fast-paced comedies.

Rehearses June-August (some weekday evenings and Sat. morning); runs Aug. 4 (6 p.m.), Aug. 6 (6 p.m.), and Aug. 8 (11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.) at the Henry Watson Music Library, Manchester Central Library in St Peter's Square, Manchester, England.

For consideration, submit headshot cv and suitability for role(s).

This is an unpaid project. We are committed to being transparent about this from the outset. We will create a high-quality production with professional standards of rehearsal and performance.

Job Requirements

8 roles available: Antipholus of Syracuse, Male, (18-35yrs); Antipholus of Ephesus, Male, (18-35yrs); Dromio of Syracuse, Male (18-35); Dromio of Ephesus, Male (18-35yrs); Adriana, Female (18-45yrs); Luciana/Duke/Officer, Female (18-45yrs); Egeon/Merchant/Officer, Male (45+); Abbess/Officer/Dr. Pinch, Female (45+).

Job Overview

  • Job Title: 'The Comedy of Errors' @ Manchester Central Library
  • Salary: Unpaid
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Performer
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Fri, 24 Apr 2026
  • Location:
    North West
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Job: 'The Comedy of Errors' @ Manchester Central Library

Job: 'The Comedy of Errors' @ Manchester Central Library

Organisation: TheatreMCR

Postcode: M2 5PD

How to Apply

AUDITIONS/CASTING INFORMATION:

March:
Casting expressions of interest, CV, Headshot and role(s) suitability to [email protected]

April:
Auditions at Central Library and casting offers

Prepare:
A monologue from Shakespeare or his contemporaries
Another comedy speech (any era)

There may be group exercises as well as speeches and some singing.

Note:
Singing will be required with the ability to hold a harmony line desired

Availability for the full rehearsal period is a priority, with working by calls where possible to reduce call time.

Full audition dates and details will be sent along with invitations to audition.

Deadline: 5pm April 24th. We encourage applications as early as possible before this date to ensure an audition is offered.