Type

Theatre

Location

West Midlands

Content

Project Description:

I am a Birmingham-based writer casting actors for a staged reading of a new original play titled How Many Times Will They Kill Me.

This is an intimate, character-driven psychological drama set within a single family home, exploring tension, control, and perception through the perspective of a young child.

The reading will be a collaborative, low-pressure environment focused on exploring the script, characters, and tone.

🎬 Roles Available:

ABDUL (Male, 30s)
Controlled, authoritative, emotionally restrained. A strong presence with underlying intensity.

JANNAT (Female, late 20s–30s)
Emotionally complex, under pressure, holding things together while internally struggling.

HAMZA (Male, playing 6–8 years old)
Quiet, observant, sensitive. Can be played by a young actor or an older actor with a youthful presence.

IQRA (Female, playing 4–6 years old)
Minimal dialogue. Innocent but occasionally unsettling presence. Can be stylised.

📍 Location:

Birmingham

🗓️ Commitment:
1–2 rehearsals
1 staged reading

(Dates flexible based on availability)

💰 Payment:

This is an unpaid staged reading, but:

Travel expenses can be discussed
Food/refreshments provided
Full credit given
🎯 What I’m Looking For:
Natural, grounded performances
Actors interested in new writing
Collaborative and open to direction

Dates

20/05/2026

Apply By

17:00 - 5th May 2026

Roles

ABDUL (Male, 30s)

Male Only 30 - 35

JANNAT

Female Only 30 - 35

HAMZA

Male Only 6 - 8

Roles Details

Title

JANNAT

Content

Emotionally complex, under pressure, holding things together while internally struggling.

Salary

This is an unpaid staged reading, but: Travel expenses can be discussed Food/refreshments provided Full credit given

Ethnicities

Asian - Indian, Asian - Pakistani

Gender

Female Only

Age

30 - 35