AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT
AEA AND NON-UNION ROLES AVAILABLE
Sixth Line Studios is thrilled to announce AUDITIONS
for Patrick Barlow's fast-paced & hilarious comedy gem
The 39 Steps
Abridged
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
THE STORY:
Mixing Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller with outrageous comedy, The 39 Steps follows the thrilling misadventures of Richard Hannay, an ordinary man who finds himself framed for murder and tangled in a shadowy international conspiracy. On the run across Britain, Hannay encounters a whirlwind of eccentric characters, romance, and danger—all brought to life by a small cast playing dozens of roles. Fast-paced, clever, and wildly theatrical, the play is a high-energy romp that celebrates inventive staging, physical comedy, and quick-fire storytelling.
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CHARACTERS:
Richard Hannay
30s–40s.
A charming, ordinary man thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
Confident, resourceful, and increasingly frazzled.
Annabella Schmidt
30s–50s.
A mysterious foreign woman—seductive, secretive, and dangerous.
This character also plays three other female roles.
(The actress must be able to perform a German accent, upper-crust British accent, and a Scottish accent.)
Clown 1
Any age. A versatile comedic actor. Plays multiple characters; strong physical comedy required.
Clown 2
Any age. A highly adaptable performer. Rapid character changes, accents, and precise timing.
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AUDITION DETAILS
DATE & TIME
January 5 & 6
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Auditions are in 15-minute increments
LOCATION:
The Village Theater, Danville, CA
CALLBACKS
January 12
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
January 13
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Callbacks will also be in 15-minute increments
Please prepare a 2 minute audition appropriate to showcase the qualities of the character(s) you’d like to play.
For callbacks, sides will be provided ahead of time.
To schedule an audition:
Please email
info.sixthlinestudios@gmail.com
with your preferred 15 minute time slots
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SHOW DATE DETAILS:
Rehearsal: Feb 9-March 5, 2026
Tech Feb: 28 and March 1, 2026
Dress rehearsals: March 3-5, 2026
Opening night: March 6, 2026
Closing Night: March 29 2026
4 shows per week for 4 weeks