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AX2 is looking to fill supporting roles for their upcoming production, FIRST DATE.

This innovative show, tailored for cozy studio environments, transforms the Broadway musical into a sophisticated, immersive experience that situates the audience in the midst of a New York restaurant setting.

Debuting in February 2027 at a newly launched 100-seat theater in Wakefield, the production will move to Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester for a week-long run in April 2027. A London engagement is planned starting May 2027.

This adaptation, featuring just five actors, requires exceptional versatility. Performers will portray numerous characters by using physicality, costume changes, and vocal alterations.

Dates

Wakefield - Performance Lab

Rehearsals: January 2027 -Weekends of 2/3, 9/10, 16/17, 23/24 and 30/31.
Get In: 1 February (Production Team day time only)
Tech Rehearsals: 1, 2 February 2027
Dress Rehearsal: 3 February 2027
Preview: 4 February 2027
Opening Night/Press Night: 5 February
Run: 6, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 26, 27 (13 Performances, Fri Eve, Sat Mat, Sat Eve + Valentine’s Eve)


Manchester - Hope Mill Theatre

Rehearsals: (In Wakefield) 10 & 11 April 2027
Get In / Rehearsal: (In Manchester) 12 April 2027
Run: 13- 17 April 2027 (7 Performances, Tues - Sat Eve, Wed & Sat Mat)
(Press Night: 14 April 2027)

London - TBC May 2027

Roles

Roles Details

Title

Female 1

Content

Strong Mezzo/Belt

Multiple roles including:
Grandma Ida
Lauren
Allison
Google Girl
Aaron's Mother
Female With Megaphone
Others

Excellent comic actor.
Able to transform physically between characters with clarity.
Strong character actor.
Excellent movement skills desirable.
Excellent vocal versatility.

Salary

Estimated 30 days of work Total: £2,740

Gender

Female Only

Age

20 - 40