LIVID PRODUCTIONS is pleased to open audition bookings for our production of

Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, currently scheduled for 4 performances at the

Jazz Basement, Lincoln Causeway Gateway Island, September 5, 6, 12 & 13 2025.

 

Character descriptions and audition instructions are included below.

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SYNOPSIS

Set in Padua, Italy, The Taming of the Shrew is a lively and mischievous comedy about courtship, disguise, and the battle of the sexes. Baptista Minola, a wealthy nobleman, declares that his younger daughter Bianca cannot marry until his strong-willed elder daughter, Katherine, is wed. Suitors are desperate to marry the sweet-natured Bianca, but none dare approach fiery Katherine—until the bold and boisterous Petruchio arrives, determined to tame her. Full of mistaken identities, clever servants, and outrageous plots, The Taming of the Shrew explores love, power, and transformation, all with Shakespeare’s signature wit and sharp dialogue.

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This production embraces a non-gender-biased approach to casting and performance.

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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

All roles are open to performers of any gender identity. Stage age ranges are a guide only.

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• Baptista Minola (Stage age: 40s–60s)
  Wealthy citizen of Padua and father to Katherine and Bianca. Loving but pragmatic.

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• Katherine (Kate) Minola (Stage age: 20s–30s)
  The "shrew" of the title—outspoken, fiery, intelligent, and strong-willed.

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• Bianca Minola (Stage age: 18–25)
  Baptista’s younger daughter. Sweet, charming, and seemingly obedient, but with a clever streak.

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• Petruchio (Stage age: 20s–40s)
  A fortune-seeking gentleman from Verona. Witty, confident, determined to marry and "tame" Katherine.

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• Lucentio (Stage age: 18–30)
  A young scholar from Pisa, newly arrived in Padua. Falls instantly in love with Bianca.

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• Tranio (Stage age: 20s–40s)
  Lucentio’s quick-thinking, loyal servant. Clever and resourceful, often takes the lead in schemes.

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• Grumio (Stage age: 20s–50s)
  Petruchio’s comic servant. Loyal but often exasperated by his master’s antics.

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• Hortensio (Stage age: 20s–40s)
  A suitor to Bianca and friend to Petruchio. Disguises himself as a tutor to get close to her.

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• Gremio (Stage age: 50s+)
  An elderly, foolish suitor to Bianca. Wealthy but bumbling.

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• Vincentio (Stage age: 40s–60s)
  Lucentio’s father. Proud and dignified. Doubles as Tailor/Ensemble.

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• Biondello (Stage age: Teens–30s)
  A lively, comedic servant of Lucentio. Helps coordinate the various disguises and plans.

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• Merchant (Stage age: 30s–60s)
  A travelling merchant roped into impersonating Vincentio. May double with ensemble roles.

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AUDITION INFORMATION

• Audition Date: Saturday 17th May 2025

• Location: Border Show Business Academy
  Unit 1/155 Melbourne Road, Wodonga

• Time Slots: 15-minute individual audition slots

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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

• Please prepare a monologue from The Taming of the Shrew.

• Monologues are non-gender-specific – feel free to choose any character you connect with.

• Monologue options can easily be found online - here is an example:https://www.stagemilk.com/the-taming-of-the-shrew-monologues/

• Video Auditions will be accepted if you are unable to attend in person, but live auditions are strongly preferred. Please send an email to lividproductionsinc@gmail.com to request an online submission.

 

REHEARSAL INFORMATION​

• Location - Border Show Business Academy
  Unit 1/155 Melbourne Road, Wodonga

• Rehearsal Times:

  • Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 9:00pm

  • Sundays: 11:00am – 3:00pm

• Rehearsals will commence on Sunday 8th June 2025.

 

SHOW DATES

• September 5, 6, 12 & 13 2025

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CASTING

We are committed to non-gender-biased casting.
All performers are encouraged to audition for the role that most resonates with them, regardless of traditional gender casting.​​​​​

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BELOW IS A LINK TO FILL OUT AN AUDITION FORM AND A LINK TO BOOK YOU AUDITION.​