AUDITION NOTICE – THE GAZEBO
By Alec Coppel | Directed by Gregory George
26 February – 21 March 2027
The Guild Theatre is pleased to welcome Gregory George as the director of The Gazebo. Gregory’s directing credits include Edward Albee’s The American Dream for Epicenter in Artarmon, Anthony Hind’s Let’s Kill Agatha Christie at the Genesian Theatre in Sydney City, and Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty at the Genesian Theatre in Rozelle.
Auditions will be held on:
● Thursday 1 October 2026, between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm
● Saturday 3 October 2026, between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm
Venue: The Guild Theatre, 87 Railway Street, Cnr Walz Street, Rockdale.
Callbacks will be held on Monday 5 October 2026, between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm.
Applicants should email director Gregory George at gregory0george@gmail.com
● A brief biography or résumé
● A headshot, which does not need to be professionally taken
● Their preferred audition date and time
● The role or roles for which they wish to audition
Gregory will arrange a 15-minute audition time and provide character-specific page numbers from the script to prepare.
Applicants do not need to memorise lines or present a monologue. Copies of the script and audition pages will be available at the theatre.
The script can be read online at:
https://drive.google.com/file/
Synopsis
Mystery writer Elliott Nash believes he has devised the perfect murder—but committing it proves considerably more complicated than writing one. A newly built gazebo, a disappearing body and a succession of unexpected visitors create an ingenious comedy-thriller filled with mounting complications and darkly comic twists.
The play is set in 1959 and calls for a cast of eight, with some cast members playing dual roles.
Cast
ELLIOTT NASH — 35–45 years
A successful writer of murder-mystery television shows. He is energetic, creative and confident. He is deeply in love with his wife and loves his work. This is a demanding and physical role requiring good comic timing. Must be comfortable with physical intimacy. American accent preferred.
NELL (BOOTH) NASH — 30–40 years
Elliott’s devoted wife and a successful soap-opera actress. She is very likeable, friendly and down-to-earth. Must be comfortable with physical intimacy. American accent preferred.
HARLOW EDISON — 45–55 years
The Nashes’ next-door neighbour, who has become their friend. He is married, works as a district attorney and enjoys spending time with Elliott. American accent preferred.
MRS CHANDLER — 55 years or older
The local real-estate agent. She is loud, confident and a little pushy. Any accent.
MATILDA — Any age
A devoted housemaid. This is a small role that will also assist with onstage scene changes while remaining in character. Any accent.
DUAL ROLE 1 — Any age
● Charlie Thorpe: The supervising building contractor for Nell’s gazebo. Any accent.
● Detective Ryan: A tough and confrontational man with a harsh voice. American accent preferred.
DUAL ROLE 2 — 30–50 years
● The Dook: A seedy criminal—calm, calculating and sinister. British accent preferred.
● Doctor Wyner: The police coroner—official and matter-of-fact. American accent preferred.
DUAL ROLE 3 — 30–40 years
● Louie: An aggressive and violent criminal who walks with a limp. Foreign or Brooklyn accent preferred.
● Druker: A junior police detective who is inexperienced but very eager. American accent preferred.
All successful cast members will be required to become members of the Guild Theatre. Information about membership, including current fees, is available at Join the Guild.