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Love's a Luxury

Sandgate Theatre opened in 1958, making 2008 our 50th anniversary, and to celebrate we are re-performing the very first play that Sandgate Theatre performed - Loves a Luxury.

Love's a Luxury by Guy Paxton and Edward V. Hoile, and directed by Shane McLennan, is a farcical comedy about a philanderous theatre producer, and his jealous wife when he tries to escape for a peaceful weekend.

Auditions will be on July 29th and 31st at Sandgate Town Hall at 7:30pm.

Casting:

Charles Pentwickmale, 40-70 - rich theatre entrepreneur
Margaret Pentwickfemale - 25-45 - depends on Charles' age as this is his younger 'trophy' wife
Dick Pentwickmale, son of Charles, very English upper middle class - 20-35
Molly Harrisfemale, daughter of housekeeper, cheeky and attractive - 18-30
Fritzy Villiersfemale, 20-35, very smart London girl
Bobby Bentleymale - 25-35, actor and friend of Charles - must dress as woman for part of the production
Mr Molemale, 30+. rather vague neighbour, camping for the holidays
Mrs Harrisfemale, 35+, Mother of Molly, small role.

Performing November 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, and a matinee 16th November 2pm.

Also Needed

We are also looking for people to assist/perform the following roles:
  • Stage Manager (assistant)
  • Sound and Light Manager and assistant
  • Front of House Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Publicity Person
If you can help with any of these roles, please contact Sandgate Theatre's President on sandgateinfo@yahoo.com.au.