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Primary Theatre Company @ Rage Arts is a dynamic theatre production company dedicated to bringing the magic and joy of live performance directly into schools across the West Midlands.
Specialising in vibrant, high-energy storytelling, their touring productions transform school halls into captivating theatrical worlds that spark imagination and a lifelong love for the arts. By creating accessible, engaging, and deeply interactive theatrical experiences, Rage Arts ensures that children regardless of their background can experience the thrill of live performance, bringing unforgettable cultural experiences right to their doorstep.

A highly creative, dynamic, and physical ensemble-led adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic tale. This version frames the story through rich character archetypes, prioritising physical storytelling, audience interaction, and a distinct folk-style musicality.
Because the production relies on a tight ensemble, actors will double up on roles and must be highly versatile, comfortable with direct audience address, and possess excellent comic timing.

Dates

Audition Dates: First round via self-tape.
In-person recalls on 20 and 21 October 2026.
Rehearsal Dates: 23 November to 27 November and 30 November to 4 December 2026
Production Dates: Tour dates 7 to 18 December 2026

Roles

Roles Details

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MOLE (Plus Doubling Roles)

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Characters Played: MOLE (Principal), GAOLER’S DAUGHTER, BARGE-WOMAN
Gender: Female; the roles carry a young, vibrant, and feminine/neutral energy).
Playing Age: 18–30 (To capture a youthful, child-like innocence).

Role Overview:
Mole: A child on a journey of discovery. He begins the play innocent, naive, and generous, sheltered in the safety of his underground home. As he ventures into the Wild Wood and the world beyond, his eyes are opened, and he grows into a brave, clever, and fiercely loyal friend.

Gaoler's Daughter: A street-wise but graceful young woman working in a harsh prison environment. Sensitive to fine words and manners, she masterminds Toad's brilliant prison break using her wits and a knack for not-exactly-legal tricks.

Skills Required: Excellent physical comedy and clown skills (Mole functions as the innocent child clown archetype). Strong storytelling ability, warm direct address, and good basic singing capability.

Salary

Fee £631 per week inclusive of agent fees. Local Hire no accommodation will be provided. Tour leaves and returns to Birmingham base each day.

Gender

Female Only

Age

18 - 30