The details for the next play auditions are as follows:
The Actress by Peter Quilter
Audition Date: Friday 20 February 2026 - 7.30pm
Venue: Seaford Little Theatre, 4 Steyne Road, Seaford, BN25 1HA
Production dates: 5 - 13 June 2026
Director: Trish Richings
The Actress is a witty and touching backstage comedy about fame, family, and farewell. Set in a dressing room on the night of a star’s final performance, it offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the emotional chaos of saying goodbye to the spotlight.
My vision is to capture both the sharp humour and quiet heartbreak of the play. The setting will reflect the glamour and pressure of theatre life, with fast-paced entrances and moments of deep reflection. At its heart, this is a celebration of performance - and the woman behind the performer.
This production will be a love letter to the stage, balancing comedy with poignancy as Lydia Martin takes her final bow.
The scripts are on order and will be available shortly, as will the audition pieces.
In the meantime you can download a pdf of the script by clicking HERE
CAST OF CHARACTERS |
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| Lydia Martin | A legendary stage actress in her 60s or 70s, glamorous and dramatic. She is performing her final show and reflecting on her life, career, and relationships. Intelligent, theatrical, and emotionally complex. |
| Margaret | Lydia’s loyal and long-suffering dresser. Practical, kind, and no-nonsense, she keeps Lydia grounded and has seen it all over the years. A motherly presence with dry humour. |
| Paul | Lydia’s ex-husband. A successful actor himself, still charming and affectionate, though their relationship has been through ups and downs. Their history adds tension and tenderness. |
| Nicola | Lydia’s daughter. Smart, grounded, and often frustrated by her mother’s theatrical lifestyle. Their relationship is strained, filled with love, disappointment, and the desire for connection. |
| Charles | Lydia’s current fiancé. A calm, successful businessman who is outside the theatre world. Supportive, polite, and slightly bewildered by Lydia’s dramatic circle. |
| Harriet | Lydia’s sharp-tongued agent. Witty, confident, and professional, she understands the pressures of the theatre and tries to keep Lydia’s final night on track |
If you would like more information, please feel free to contact me (details below).
If you are interested but unable to attend the audition date, please contact me so that I can arrange an alternative. If you are able to help behind the scenes, I would also be very pleased to hear from you.
PLAY READING FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY - SEAFORD LITTLE THEATRE - 7.30PM
There will be a play reading evening specifically for those who are interested in coming along to read in or listen to The Actress by Peter Quilter. All welcome.
Trish Richings
TELEPHONE: 07856 939436
EMAIL: pixie59@btinternet.com
