In preparation for the open auditions October 27 @2-4 and October 28 @2-4, GPLT has released these updated character descriptions. The script is available for a $5 refundable deposit. Sign up for an auditions time by calling the Box office 780 538 1616.
The Taming of the Shrew Cast of Characters
Lucentio, in love with Bianca, later posing as Cambio – age 25 to 35
Petruchio, suitor to Kate – age 28 to 40
Katherine, the shrew – age 22 to 35
Bianca, her sister – age 20 to 30
Baptista Minola, father to Kate and Bianca – age 55 to 75
Vincentio, father to Lucentio – age 50 to 65
Gremio, a pantaloon, suitor to Bianca – “elderly”
Hortensio, suitor to Bianca, later posing as Litio – age 30 to 50
A Pedant, later posing as Vincentio – age 45 and up
Tranio, servant to Lucentio, later posing as Lucentio – age 30 to 50
Biondello, page to Lucentio – age 20 to 35
Grumio, servant to Petruchio – age 30 to 45
Curtis, servant to Petruchio – age 25 to 50
A Tailor – age 25 to 50
A Haberdasher – age 25 to 50
A Widow age 25 to 40
Note: Petruchio, Lucentio, Katherine, Grumio, and Biondello must all be physically fit and capable of doing some physical moves like cartwheels, tumbling and stage fighting. Petruchio must be strong enough to lift Katherine.
