Comedy of Errors, Central Library

Type
Theatre
Location
Greater Manchester
Content
Casting Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors," a fast-moving, cut-down, 60-minute ensemble production packed with slapstick and invention at Manchester's Central Library.
Rehearses June-August (some weekday evenings and Sat. morning); runs Aug. 4 (6 p.m.), Aug. 6 (6 p.m.), and Aug. 8 (11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.) at the Henry Watson Music Library, Manchester Central Library in St Peter's Square, Manchester, England.
Dates
Casting - March-April.
Rehearsals - June-July.
Performances - early August.
Apply By
17:00 - 30th April 2026

Roles

Antipholus of Syracuse
Male Only 18 - 30
Antipholus of Ephesus
Male Only 18 - 35
Dromio of Syracuse
Male Only 18 - 35
Dromio of Ephesus
Male Only 18 - 35
Adriana
Female Only 18 - 45
Luciana/Duke/Officer
Female Only 18 - 45
Egeon/Merchant/Officer
Male Only 40 - 100
Abbess/Officer/Dr. Pinch
Female Only 40 - 100

Roles Details

Title
Dromio of Ephesus
Content
A harried, street-smart servant whose exasperation and indignation fuel fast-paced farce and grounded humour.
Salary
We are committed to transparency that this is an unpaid project suitable for those wishing to perform around other professional commitments, build CV credits, and develop their skill set in performing Shakespeare.
Gender
Male Only
Age
18 - 35

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