Auditions – The Full Monty

Based on the 1997 British film of the same name. Set in the run-down former industrial epicentre of Sheffield, UK, it follows six unemployed, working class men who decide to do a one-time-only striptease to outdo a touring male strip show and make some desperately needed money. But The Full Monty is not just about stripping; it’s a hilarious and heart-warming story about self-worth, dignity, honesty, authenticity and courage, as these men confront their fears of inadequacy, their insecurities and their failure to provide for their families. And not forgetting that behind these scattered brained numpties are women who love them, roll their eyes and cheer them on.

Casting Note:

*The show is called The Full Monty for a reason. If you are auditioning for Gaz, Dave, Gerald, Lomper, Horse or Guy, you need to be comfortable enough to perform on stage in your underwear. Auditionees for these roles should be prepared to do so and agree to such to be considered for these roles. Trust is a key word for our production – you will be taken care of respectfully and our final moment will be powerful. You will not need to undress at auditions. The show also contains coarse language. Yorkshire/Northern English accents are necessary for all but Horse.

With the exception of Nathan, all actors auditioning must be 18+ by the time rehearsals begin. Please note – parents should familiarise themselves with the script and its content before booking an audition for their child. Written parental permission will be required for any actor under 18 if offered a role.

Characters: (all ages are indicative and not cast iron)

Gaz: 35-45. An unemployed steel worker. A complex emotional character with serious heart and charisma, and genuine tenderness for his son – a regular guy. A bit rough around the edges but with a lot of depth to his character. A regular guy who wants to do right by his son.

Dave: 35-45. An unemployed steel worker. He struggles with unemployment and its effect on his marriage. A lovable, good natured soul, with body weight and self esteem issues. Having a very hard time adjusting to his stay-at-home-husband status. Must be comfortable enough with your belly to proudly wield it in all its glory.

Gerald: 50-65. An unemployed steel works supervisor. He is a doting, prideful husband who is determined to keep his wife in upper middle class luxury – in spite of 5 months of secret unemployment. Aloof at first, his dance skills are what finally, and arduously, brings the group’s dancing alive. Goes along with Gaz’s plan in order to keep up his cover.

Lomper: 20-25. Security guard for abandoned steel mill. Still lives at home cares for his elderly mother. Lonely, quiet, awkward and uncertain. He enters the show in a dark way but grows in confidence as his new friends help him along, and develops feelings for Guy.

Horse: 50+. Originally cast as ethnically/racially different from the other Monty men. Seemingly, his “break-dancing” day are over…until he breaks out. Gentle demeanour and excellent mover with great dead-pan comedy.

Guy: 25-35. The embodiment of virile male potential with a superbly toned physique. Confident, outspoken and aware of his own attractiveness. Develops feelings for Lomper.

Nathan: “10 years old going on forty”. Can be an older/teen actor with playing age approx 8-12 years. Gaz’s young son. Nathan can be stoic, sincere, and charming, but ultimately real as he deals with his parent’s custody battle. Hangs around most of the Monty Men’s rehearsals so he witnesses many adult thigs. Has one swear word.

Alan and Others: Alan is the manger of the Bar where the Monty Men perform. Will also play other roles.

Barry and Others: Barry is Mandy’s fiancée; the opposite of Gaz – clean-cut, well-off. Will also play the Brian the Job Club Manager and other roles.

Alf and Others: Alf is an unemployed man who attends the Job Club with Monty Men. Will also play other roles.

Terry and Others: Terry is an unemployed man who attends the Job Club with the Monty Men. Will also play other roles.

Mandy and Others: 30-40. Gaz’s estranged wife and Barry’s fiancée. In some ways Mandy has become a realist. She earnestly wants Gaz to be an active parent for Nathan, but wrestles with strong reservations about his character and her own lingering feelings for him. Will also play other roles.

Jean and Others: 30-40. A warm, down-to-earth soul that isn’t afraid to kick up her heels. Believes in hard work and hard play. Her reality comes in dealing with her hubby’s struggles and trying to hold her marriage together. Will also play Guy’s sister Michelle and other roles.

Linda and Others: 30-60. Married to Gerald. Charming and energetic, she has a taste for the finer things but in reality, the finest thing in her eyes is Gerald. Flamboyant on the surface, her love and understanding are real. Classy, but easily one of the girls. Ideally able to dance (foxtrot, etc). Will also play Jean’s friend Bee and other roles.

Sharon and Others: 30-40. Jean’s friend. Out for a good time and ultimately supportive of the men and their goal. Will also play other roles.

Auditions will consist of readings from the script which will be sent to all interested participants once a booking is received.