The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, based on Washington Irving’s classic tale, is set in the late 18th century and follows the eerie adventures of Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolteacher competing for the affection of Katrina Van Tassel. His rival, Brom Bones, and the legendary Headless Horseman add intrigue and suspense to this haunting story. Amanda Heisey’s original adaptation brings the tale to life with live actors, atmospheric lighting, and sound effects, utilizing the natural ambiance of the Sarasota Polo Club to enhance the supernatural elements.

Audition Details:

• Date: Friday sept 6th
• Time: 5-7pm
• Location: 1400 Blvd Of The Arts, Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34236
  
  Roles Available:

• Ichabod Crane
• Katrina Van Tassel
• Brom Bones
• Yost
• Mr. Bantus Van Tassel
• Widow Van Doorn
• Greta
• Walter
• The Woman in White
• Captain Kidd
  
  

Requirements: Please prepare a monologue (1-2 minutes) that showcases your ability to portray suspense and supernatural elements.

HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Production: Holiday Special 2
Description: The Crenshaws are back in this original Musical Written By Thayer Greenberg. The Crenshaw annual party is a festive event is renowned for its wild, opinionated neighbors, making it a party not to be missed. However, this year, unexpected guests arrive and take the party into their own hands. Through the magic of Christmas and the power of friendship, they will work together to save Mrs. Crenshaw and ensure the party goes off without a hitch!

Audition Details:

• Date: September 6th
• Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Location: 1400 Blvd of the Arts, suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34236
  
  

• Roles Available:

• Mrs.Crenshaw: A very typical 1950’s type houswife who loves nothing more than to entertain her neighbors at her annual Holiday Party.
  Mr.Crenshaw: Mrs.Crenshaws husband who last year was missing the whole show but came back in the end to bring gifts to the kids (despite Mrs.Crenshaws rules). A kind and goofy character who loves the holidays and looks forward to the annual eggnog drinking contest each year! He is going to take back the title from Phil this year! 
• Phil: A curmudgeon who loves to remind everyone how things were “back in his day.” Won the annual Eggnog drinking contest last year, and is determined to not let Mr.Crenshaw forget it!  
• Bonnie: The Jewish neighbor who brings her famous latkes every year and shares her traditions.
• Martha: A mother of many who uses the party as a way to relax from the pressures of being a mom.
• Lucy: Martha’s oldest child, a goth who enjoys the party and loves to point out how ridiculous everyone is.
• Martha’s Kids: A group of children who want presents and like to eat all the treats.
• Lars Von Gremp: A robber who hates Christmas and wants to ruin the holiday party by kidnapping Mrs. Crenshaw during her iconic opening number.
• Kidnapper 2 and 3: A hilarious duo, clumsy and full of comedic relief.
  
  

Requirements:

• Prepare a holiday song.
• Bring an accompaniment track or email the track to Thayerg@theplayers.org.
• Be ready to participate in cold readings from the script.
  
  

Contact:
For more information or to schedule an audition, please contact Thayerg@theplayers.org.

Join us for a chance to be part of this heartwarming and magical holiday production!