Auditions: Barbecuing Hamlet

TAPA is holding auditions for the comedic play, Barbecuing Hamlet, written by Pat Cook on January 11^th at 4:00 pm at The Barn Community Playhouse. This hilarious production is looking for seven (7) females and six (6) males to fill a variety of different character roles, all ages 18 and over.

Barbecuing Hamlet is a comedic play that takes place in a small-town community theatre, known as the Peaceful Glen Memorial Players, a renovated funeral home.  They have hired Margo, an experienced New York director, to direct Hamlet. Chaos ensues when she is informed the play must be a melodrama. It must also take place in the Old West, and the theatre sponsors must be included in the play.  She is told to “make sure the actors talk real loud because all the noise the audience makes sucking their fingers” – as they will be selling barbeque before the show. Add the local “actors”, including the pizza delivery guy, and you have a hilarious rendition of Hamlet!

Ultimately, the play is a hilarious look at artistic ambition clashing with small-town charm.

Actors of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to audition. Barbecuing Hamlet is directed by Patty Cook and offers a wide range of roles, strong ensemble moments, and opportunities for actors to explore both heightened comedy and grounded emotion. Whether you’re a seasoned Shakespearean or new to the Bard, this production promises a fun, collaborative rehearsal process and a fresh take on a timeless story. Find more information about the characters in the audition packet here.

Barbecuing Hamlet will run March 13^th through the 29^th, tickets are on sale now on TAPA’s website at tillamooktheater.com