The Complete Works of William Shakespeare – Abridged, Again, Revised

Job Position(s): The Complete Works of William Shakespeare - Abridged, Again, Revised

Vancouver Actors Guide is casting performers for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged, Again, Revised, a live stage comedy production based in the Langley area of British Columbia. This is a performance role requiring actors to work across an ensemble-driven theatrical production, delivering comedic material drawn from Shakespeare’s full canon in a condensed, high-energy format. The role suits a theatre-trained performer comfortable with physical comedy, rapid character shifts, and working within a small cast structure.

About the Role

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged, Again, Revised is a comedic stage production that condenses all of Shakespeare’s plays into a single abbreviated performance, requiring performers to handle multiple roles, rapid scene transitions, and direct audience engagement throughout the run. Rehearsals are held in Langley, and actors should be aware that the venue presents transit access challenges for those travelling from outside the area. A typical day in rehearsal involves blocking work, comedic timing refinement, and ensemble coordination across a small cast.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform across multiple Shakespearean characters within a single production, maintaining clear differentiation between roles through physicality and vocal range.
• Deliver comedic stage performance with precision timing, including audience interaction segments integral to the show’s format.
• Attend all scheduled rehearsals at the Langley venue and meet the production’s blocking and choreography requirements.
• Collaborate closely with a small ensemble cast to maintain the comedic rhythm and pacing that the abridged format depends on.
• Participate in the audition process, including completing required audition forms and submitting a current resume and headshots.
• Maintain performance consistency across the full run of the theatrical production.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated stage performance credits, with experience in comedy or ensemble theatre preferred.
• Familiarity with Shakespearean text and the ability to approach it with comedic intent.
• Physical comedy capability and comfort performing in a high-energy, audience-facing theatrical format.
• Ability to reliably travel to the Langley rehearsal and performance venue independently.
• Current headshots and a professional acting resume ready for submission.

Why This Role

Vancouver Actors Guide has long served as a foundational free resource for the Vancouver acting community, connecting performers with productions across the region. This production offers a honorarium of $500, making it a compensated stage credit with a reputable community-connected producer. For performers building their theatre resume, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged, Again, Revised offers a high-visibility comedic stage role within an established production context.

Submit your audition materials and step into one of the most recognizable comedic stage productions in the repertoire with Vancouver Actors Guide.