Sound Voices

14/09/2026

AUDITIONS CALL

To celebrate their 100th anniversary next year, Harleston Players will be putting on that enduring and best-loved musical, GUYS AND DOLLS!

Set in the hustle and bustle of Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy.

Hapless gambler Nathan Detroit is under pressure to find a venue for his illegal floating “craps” game but needs $1000 in cash, whilst the authorities are breathing down his neck; meanwhile his girlfriend, Hotbox nightclub performer Adelaide, who dreams of marriage and a house with a picket fence, laments that they've now been engaged for fourteen years, with no ring in sight. Nathan turns to a fellow gambler, the handsome high-rolling Sky Masterson for the dough, but following an unlikely bet Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced and pious young missionary Sarah Brown...

Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the nightspots of Havana, Cuba and even into the sewers of New York, but eventually (hopefully!) everyone ends up right where they belong.

There are plentiful roles for men and women. The central characters need to be strong singers, but there are multiple roles for people who can sing a bit, as well as for good dancers. If you don’t see yourself as either a singer or a dancer, come along anyway - there will be plenty to get stuck into! We need a big ensemble of gamblers, missionaries, policemen, dancers, street vendors, bartenders and the people of New York!

Frank Loesser’s brassy, immortal score makes Guys and Dolls a real crowd-pleaser and features well-known and brilliant numbers including Luck Be A Lady, Marry the Man Today and Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat. This is a big show - it will be hard work but great fun, and a treat for both audiences and performers alike.

Because this is a bigger show than usual we are casting early and will start work on the songs and choreography from May 2027.

Performances will be in October 2027, and the show will be directed by Cathy Edwards-Gill, with Musical Direction by Andrew Wheeler.

Auditions will take place in the main hall at the Sancroft Academy, Wilderness Lane, Harleston IP20 9DD on
Sunday October 11th 9am – 12pm
Sunday October 18th 9am – 12pm and
Sunday October 25th 10am – 4pm

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Cathy Edwards-Gill at [email protected] or on Facebook Messenger. Keep an eye on the Harleston Players website for a full list of roles.

Hope to see you in October!

12/09/2026

Reminder - Audition this Sunday

AUDITION CALL

Goodnight Mister Tom, directed by Meryl Raines

We are thrilled to invite actors to audition for our upcoming production of Goodnight Mister Tom, a deeply moving and timeless story of friendship, healing, and hope. Set during the dark days of the Second World War, the play follows young London evacuee William Beech as he is placed in the care of elderly rural recluse Tom Oakley, forming an extraordinary and life-changing bond. From two vastly different worlds, the only thing that can bring them together is love.

With over 30 characters, we are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated company of adults and children ready to bring honesty and emotional depth to this powerful classic. There is the option for actors to play multiple roles across a range of ages, as well as having a larger cast. Actors would ideally work towards either a West Country and/or London accents, but this is not a necessity. The roles have been detailed below to give interested people an idea of what we are looking for, but we would love to see as many adults and children as possible! There is no need to prepare anything in advance. Just simply turn up!

The audition dates are as follows:
Wednesday 9th September 7.30-10pm and Sunday 13th September 2-4pm.
Both auditions will take place at Jays Green Community Centre in Harleston.

Performances are 29th/30th January 2027 and 4/5/6th February 2027

For further information or any queries, please email us at [email protected]

Child Roles:

William Beech: (playing age 10) – Very large role – requires a confident young actor with an unbroken voice. William is an emotionally demanding part, the character faces abuse, loss and trauma. London accent.

Zach: (playing age 11) – Large role – a Jewish boy from a theatrical family – requires an enthusiastic performer with an unbroken voice. Zach is a born performer with tap dancing, singing and acting skills. London accent/well-spoken.

Teen Roles Actors aged between 11-17 are invited to audition for these roles, they will also play an active role in the ensemble.

George: (playing age 10) – Medium role – youngest son of Mrs Fletcher, West Country accent.

Carrie: (playing age 11) – Medium role – the ‘academic’ twin. West Country accent.

Ginnie: (playing age 11) – Medium role – the ‘practical’ twin. West Country accent.

Miss Miller: (playing age 15-17) – Smaller role – local teen who supports her family in the shop. West Country accent.

Adult Roles All doubling is flexible, all those auditioning for ensemble roles will need to perform with both a West Country and London accent:

Tom Oakley: (60s) – Very Large role – Grief-stricken recluse who finds love and companionship through his relationship with Will. West Country accent.

David Hartridge/Policeman: (20s-30s) – recently married RAF pilot, London Policeman.

Mr Miller/ARP Warden: (30+) – local shopkeeper, London Air Raid Warden.

Dr Little/Ticket Collector: (40+)– local doctor, London Ticket Collector.

Charlie Ruddles/Vicar/Mr Stelton: (any age) Country ARP warden, Country Vicar roped into local amateur dramatics, Mr Skelton, psychiatrist.

Mrs Beech: (late 20s-30s) – smaller role – Will’s religious and abusive mother (London accent).

Mrs Annie Hartridge/Nurse: (20s-30s) – Mrs Hartridge local school teacher, London Nurse.

Mrs Thorne/Billeting Officer/Sister: (30+) – Mrs Thorne, runs the local amateur dramatics group, local billeting officer, London nurse.

Mrs Fletcher/Glad/Social Worker: (40+) – Mrs Fletcher local housewife, mother of George, Glad – warm hearted Londoner, social worker.

Puppeteer: (any age) is required to play Sammy the dog who is an integral part of the play – large role.

10/09/2026

Out With These Two. My Mum And Auntie 💜
No Singing Involved But Lots Of Fun, Laughter And Love.
Of Course Show Ipswich Regent Theatre Was F**king Brilliant.

06/09/2026

BREAK A LEG To The SV Crew Who Are Auditioning Today Maddermarket Theatre For This Bad Arse Show 💪

31/08/2026

Thank you for registering your interest in joining NYDT. Once completed, Steph Townsend, will contact you to confirm your place at the taster session. We cannot wait to get into the studio with you all!

29/08/2026

Diary is open for next year, every Saturday night March to December drop us a demo if you're interested in performing in the Mermaid bar.🎶👀

26/08/2026