Brooklyn Open Auditions — The 39 Steps with The Heights Players

Fast-paced Hitchcock-meets–Monty Python comedy thriller directed by Liz Bove. Non-profit, non-Equity; all roles volunteer (membership org; $20 membership fee if cast).

Venue: The Heights Players, 26 Willow Pl., Brooklyn Heights

Auditions: Mon Nov 10 & Tue Nov 11, 7:00–10:00 PM (sign-in 6:15 PM)

Callbacks: Wed Nov 12, 7:00–10:00 PM

What to bring: Headshot & résumé (sides on site) • Sides: https://www.********.org/*******

Rehearsals: Start Sun Nov 16; Sun 6–9 PM, Mon–Thu 7–10 PM (you won’t be called for every rehearsal)

Performances: Jan 9–18 — Fri–Sat 8:00 PM, Sun 2:00 PM (+ extra matinee Sat Jan 17 at 2:00 PM)

Roles (accents & physical comedy essential)

• Richard Hannay (30s–40s): Suave, agile; British accent.

• Annabella Schmidt (20s–30s): Exotic spy; German accent; actor also plays Margaret.

• Pamela (20s–30s): Bold Hitchcock heroine; British accent.

• Margaret (20s–30s): Young Scottish wife; Scottish accent; actor also plays Annabella.

• Clown #1 & #2 (any age/gender/race): High-energy quick-changers; multiple roles; English & Scottish accents.

Pro tip: Watch Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps (1935) for vibe—this production lovingly spoofs the film.