Sherman Players Hold Auditions for “Bernhardt/Hamlet” Monday, June 16 & Tuesday, June 17

The Sherman Players will hold open auditions for Theresa Rebeck’s dramatic comedy “Bernhardt/Hamlet” at the Sherman Playhouse, 5 Route 39 North (just behind the Sherman Firehouse) in Sherman, CT on Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

Set in the theatrical world of 1897 Paris, “Bernhardt/Hamlet” follows Sarah Bernhardt, one of the most acclaimed actresses of the age, as she shocks the world with her intention to portray Hamlet on stage. The New York Times calls the play “so clever it uplifts, so timely it hurts.”

Theresa Rebeck is a prolific and widely produced playwright, television writer and novelist. In addition to “Bernhardt/Hamlet,” her Broadway plays include “Mauritius,” “Seminar,” “Dead Accounts,” and “I Need That.” Among her television credits are “NYPD Blue,” “LA Law,” “Brooklyn Bridge,” and series creator of “Smash,” along with many others.

Auditions for the Sherman production of “Bernhardt/Hamlet,” directed by E. Kyle Minor, will take place at the Sherman Playhouse, 5 Route 39 N in Sherman, on Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on a first come, first served basis. Please provide a picture and resume stapled together; sorry, no video submissions.

Actors should prepare a brief Shakespearean monologue, preferably from Hamlet. They will also read from the script. Role descriptions, show information and script sides can be found on shermanplayers.org, Please note that roles are unpaid and the role of Sarah Bernhardt has been cast. The production runs September 19-October 4.

For any other questions about auditions, email the director at minorek@comcast.net.
“Bernhardt/Hamlet” is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals (concordtheatricals.com).

For general information about Sherman Players, its season and volunteer opportunities, please visit shermanplayers.org or email admin@shermanplayers.org.