Coriolanus

Directed by Tyler Garcia

Produced by Holly Leveque

Set in a war-torn Roman Empire, Coriolanus follows Caius Martius (later Caius Martius Coriolanus) in wars both abroad and at home. After winning a decisive – and near single-handed – victory in Coriole, Caius Martius returns home to discover new paths awaiting him, whether he wants it or not. Littered with political intrigue, Coriolanus asks what the price of loyalty is, and to whom it is most deserved.

Content Note: Shakespeare’s Coriolanus depicts heavy amounts of violence, as well as discussions and depictions of fascism, war, and the response to it at home.

Attached you will find the rehearsal schedule.

Attached you will find the audition conflict sheet.

Important Dates

Tech: 1/16 - 1/21

Performances: 1/22 - 2/7

Audition Requirements

Auditions: 11/4 4 PM - 8 PM, 11/7 7 PM - 9:30 PM

Self tapes are due by 11/6.

Email director Tyler García at tyler7662@gmail.com and producer Holly Leveque at hollyleveque@gmail.com to schedule you an audition or to submit a self tape.

Callbacks: 11/8 2- 5 PM.

Please bring one copy of your headshot and resume, stapled together; and prepare one 60 to 90 second dramatic Shakespeare monologue and your conflict sheet.

Characters

This production is committed to an equitable, inclusive, and accessible casting process, and encourages gender diverse and color conscious casting. Performers of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and abilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Members of the cast may also double as soldiers, messengers, servants, officers, senators, etc.

• Caius Martius Coriolanus
  • Male-Identifying. Late 20s to Late 30s. Caius Martius, later named Coriolanus after his single-handed victory in Coriole. A prideful military hero, driven by his own sense of nobility, and fueled by a lack of interest or care for the common man, or those who do not stand as firmly beside his country as he.
  • Note: Coriolanus and Virgilia kiss.
• Volumnia
  • Female-Identifying. 40s to 50s. Coriolanus’ mother. The equally honorable matron of their noble family, Volumnia carries a strong sense of integrity intertwined with brutality that allows her to lord over both her son and daughter-in-law. A cruel and calculating woman, Volumnia rejoices in her pride for her city.
• Virgilia
  • Female-Identifying. 20s to 30s. Coriolanus’ wife. Quiet and demure, Virgilia avoids the public eye and her husband’s accomplishments when possible. She is always found at her mother-in-law’s heel, doing whatever Volumnia bids.
  • Note: Coriolanus and Virgilia kiss.
• Menenius Agrippa
  • Male-Identifying. 50s to 60s. A patrician, Menenius acts as a father figure to Coriolanus throughout the play. A man of wit with a reputation like that of a clown.
• Cominius
  • Male-Identifying. 30s to 40s. An army general. Deeply devoted to Coriolanus, Cominius would follow him to the ends of the earth. Dignified, honorable, and wise.
• Sicinius Velutus
  • Male-or-Female-Identifying. 40s to 50s. A tribune. Sicinius works alongside Brutus to manipulate the citizens to rise against Coriolanus and banish him from the city.
• Junius Brutus
  • Male-or-Female-Identifying. 30s to 40s. A tribune. Alongside Sicinius, he fears Coriolanus’ pride and growing power, using the citizens to force Coriolanus out of the city against the wishes of Menenius and Cominius.
• Tullus Aufidius
  • Male-Identifying. Late 20s to Late 30s. Volscian general and rival to Coriolanus. Despite their rivalry, Aufidius welcomes Coriolanus with open arms when he is banished, and allies with him to overtake the city. Above all else, he respects Coriolanus for his nobility.
• Titus Lartius
  • Male-Identifying. 20s to 30s. A general and senator who fought alongside Coriolanus at the battle at Coriole.
  • Also plays: Nicanor: a Roman defector, 1st Servingman: a servant to Aufidius, 2nd Lord: a ruling lord of Corioles.
• Valeria
  • Female-Identifying. 20s to 30s. A close friend of Volumnia and Virgilia.
  • Also plays: 2nd Citizen: a vocal and active Roman citizen, Antium Citizen: a helpful and knowledgeable citizen.
• Chorus 1
  • Male or Female Identifying. 18+. 1st Senator: a Roman senator, Lieutenant: a lieutenant in Coriolanus’ army, 2nd Servingman: a servant to Aufidius, 1st Lord: a ruling lord of Corioles.
• Chorus 2
  • Male or Female Identifying. 18+. 2nd Senator: a Roman senator, Corioles Senator: a senator working with Aufidius, 2nd Watch: a Volscian soldier, Volscian Lieutenant: a lieutenant in Aufidius’ army, 3rd Servingman: a servant to Aufidius.
• Chorus 3
  • Male or Female Identifying. 18+. 1st Officer: a Roman soldier, 3rd Citizen: a vocal and active Roman citizen, Adrian: a Volscian spy, 1st Conspirator: a Corioles citizen working with Aufidius.
• Chorus 4
  • Male or Female Identifying. 18+. 2nd Officer: a Roman soldier, 4th Citizen: a vocal and active Roman citizen, 2nd Conspirator: a Corioles citizen working with Aufidius.
• Chorus 5
  • Male or Female Identifying. 18+. 1st Citizen: a vocal and active Roman citizen, 2nd Corioles Senator: a senator working with Aufidius, 1st Watch: a Volscian soldier.