Erith Playhouse New Season and Auditions
We are delighted to announce the Erith Playhouse 2026 season. Audition information for each production is set out below. All auditions will take place at Erith Playhouse.
If you would like audition pieces or any further information, please email: erithplayhouseproductions@gmail.com
Blackadder the Third
Directors: Jane Ghost-Cavanagh
Show Dates: 7th – 12th September 2026
Audition: Sunday 22nd March, 12:30pm
Jane will be directing the remaining 3 episodes of Blackadder the Third in September. The first 3 episodes of this highly acclaimed BBC sitcom, which is set in the British Regency Period, were performed with great success in 2024. Jane and Michael will be keeping the same leading men for the parts of Blackadder, Baldrick and Prince George, but all other parts are open for audition.
The episodes we will be performing are:
Dish and Dishonesty
Nob and Nobility
Duel and Duality
Pippin
Director: Laura De Courcy
Show Dates: 6th – 10th October 2026
Audition: Sunday 22nd March, 3:30pm or Thursday 26th March, 7.30pm. You need only attend one date.
Told through a ‘show within a show’ format, Pippin follows a young man searching for an extraordinary life and ultimate fulfilment. As he explores war, power, fame and love, a troupe of performers, led by the Leading Player, guide both Pippin and the audience through the story.
Laura is looking for performers of all genders and ages to play the following roles:
Pippin
Leading Player
Fastrada (Pippin’s step-mother)
Lewis (Pippin’s step-brother)
Berthe (Pippin’s grandmother)
Catherine (Pippin’s love interest)
Theo (Catherine’s son)
The Players
Murder Weapon
Director: Jackie Mitchell
Show Dates: 2nd – 10th November 2026
Audition: Sunday 22nd March, 11:00am
Jackie is very excited to be directing this play that will keep the audience guessing (and gasping) until the last minute! She is looking for a cast of 7 actors total – ages can be somewhat flexible – if in doubt come along and give it a go!
Roles:
Jessica Bligh (F) – Large role. Late 40s.
Inspector Fremont (M) – Large role. Late 40s–50s.
Charley Mirren (M) – Large role. 50s but can look older.
Hugo (M) – Medium role. Mid 30s or so.
Diane (F) – Medium role. 30s.
Paul (M) – Smaller role. 40s–50s.
Constable Walters (M/F) – Smaller role. Any age.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Director: Sean Ramsden
Show Dates: 30th November – 5th December 2026
Audition: Sunday 22nd March, 2:00pm
Sean is excited to be directing this adaptation of It’s a Wonderful Life, which tells the story of George Bailey, an ordinary man who finds himself down on his luck, until a visit from his guardian angel helps him see just how wonderful his life is.
Sean is looking for just 4 actors:
Actor 1 – Male: George Bailey – 18–45
Actor 2 – Female: Mary Bailey, the guardian angel, Violet Bick, and some other minor roles
Actor 3 – Male/Female: Angel Gloria, Uncle Billy, Sam Wainwright, Mr Martini, and some other minor roles
Actor 4 – Male: Angel Joseph, Mr Potter, Bert, Harry Bailey, Mr Gower, and some other minor roles
The show is set in Bedford Falls in America, so American accents will be required.
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