Type

Theatre

Location

Greater London

Content

Casting Call for Play "You've Gone Quiet"

Overview: The narrative centers on Beth, a trans journalist navigating her career amidst personal challenges. When approached by her best friend for assistance in starting a family, Beth witnesses how the media sensationalizes this personal request, ultimately affecting the lives of those involved.

In an engaging twist, the audience initially experiences the play from Beth's perspective. Actors will interact with designated focal points, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the experience of being a trans individual. Beth's character is revealed to the audience towards the play's conclusion.

Complete script available upon request. Compensation adheres to ITC standards.

This project is funded with the support of the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Dates

Rehearses 8 May (10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; first tech rehearsal 1 June at Brockley Jack; mandatory rehearsals May 28-29); rehearsals continue 12-29 May and possibly 30 May as a float date, at The Cockpit, Gateforth St., London; works 2-20 June 2026 (11 in total) in London.

Apply By

17:00 - 1st April 2026

Roles

Beth

Trans Female Only 25 - 40

Samantha

Trans Female Only 30 - 45

Ian

Male Only 40 - 60

Roles Details

Title

Samantha

Content

Samantha is Beth’s ex‑colleague — obsessed with her image and addicted to success. She knows how to make a headline work, even if it means bending the truth.

When Beth writes a private essay about Tara’s pregnancy, Samantha rewrites it and publishes it without consent. This sparks the rumour that Beth impregnated Tara through sex. Samantha genuinely believes she’s helping Beth fix her image.

She knows how trans women are treated by the world and copes blunt humour and self-preservation. Her cruelty isn’t born from hatred but from a desperate need to belong. Previously Samantha was cancelled online for trying to do the right thing, so now ‘the right thing’ no longer motivates her. This leads her into morally dangerous territory, including aligning herself with fascist groups.

Salary

Estimated 22 days of work Total: £2,665

Gender

Trans Female Only

Age

30 - 45