Canberra REP holds open auditions for all six Season productions each year.
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If you have any questions please email auditions@canberrarep.org.au or call (02) 6257 1950 or (02) 6247 4222.
Audition applications are now closed for Canberra REP's production of Bedroom Farce : performance season 19 February – 7 March 2026.
Cast available on production page.
Audition applications are now closed for Canberra REP's production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses: performance season 23 April - 9 May
Cast available on production page.
Travelling North by David Williamson.
Director: Cate Clelland
Performing 11-27 June 2026
ALl audition bookings must be done through this online booking form
Love at a time of change.
Travel to more than just a tree change place, where relationships, love, aging and family are key to this timeless Australian play. Frank and Frances find new life in a twilight love affair, to the consternation of their conventional children. Their dream takes them north to the sun; but no sooner do they find their idyll than signs of mortality betray Frank’s lion spirit. A moving homage to age and the old radicals who changed the course of Australian history.
An Amateur Production By Arrangement with Camerons Management - cameronsmanagement.com.au
Come and audition for this classic Australian play!
Auditions for all roles are Saturday 7 February and Sunday 8 February 2026.
· Saturday 6 February 9am to 1pm
· Sunday 7 February 9am to 6pm
Canberra REP Theatre, 3 Repertory Lane, Acton
All actors will work closely with the director and the rest of the production team to rehearse and develop this show. Rehearsals may take place on some weeknights, and on weekends with days to be advised following casting, and rehearsals expected to increase closer to opening of the show.
Across this process, the production team is here to help and assist in any and all preparation for performance. Intimacy and choreography (where needed) will be provided.
For the auditions please prepare a short monologue (2-3 minutes) preferably, but not necessarily, from an Australian play. Actors should be prepared to stay for at least an hour.
Auditions will be held in the Ryan Room at REP on the above days in 1 hour group slots. Please select your preferences and you will be emailed about these with as much notice as possible.
Travelling North is a serious play with lots of comedy. It deals with serious themes of ageing and death, but also explores ideas about youth and intergenerational relationships.
Experienced actors with good comic timing are encouraged to audition.
Please prepare a monologue of about 2-3 minutes from an Australian play and be prepared to read excerpts from the play Travelling North with others. This play has very few real monologues, but you might like to look at the role of Helen on Act 1, scene 6 ; or Freddy in Act 2, scene 2; or Frank in Act 2, scene 7.
Please allow about an hour for your audition.
Please text Cate on 0408403275 with any questions or for further help.
Characters
Frances - about 55
Attractive woman, about 55 years. A somewhat reserved and anxious woman who feels guilty about leaving her adult daughters for Frank – but she does it anyway! Her character undergoes considerable development over the course of the play.
Frank Brown - 70s
A forceful man in his 70s with much energy and vitality. Irascible, self-assured and self-centred. Strong at the beginning of the play until his age and illnesses catch up with him. His character also undergoes considerable development over the course of the play.
Sophie - about 30
Frances’ elder daughter, about 30, a little reticent, rather like her mother. Missed out on going to university, but is self-educated and still studying. Married to Jim, a professor.
Helen - late 20s
Frances’ younger daughter, late 20s, resentful, helps to support her mother. Married to Martin, a salesman
Joan - 30s or so
Frank’s daughter, has brother Eric whom we do not meet. Feminist. Criticises her father for his treatment of her mother, Frank’s wife, Eve
Freddy Wicks - about 60
Freddy Wicks 60, neighbour, widower, lively, well-meaning, ex-soldier WW2, supports Vietnam involvement. In spite of their differences of opinion, he becomes friends with Frank and Frances.
Saul Morgenstein - late 50s or so
Frank’s doctor, advises on medications and lifestyle. Becomes friends with Frank and Frances.
Wedding Celebrant
Any age or gender
Gallery Attendant
Any age or gender
These two roles are quite small and could (with a lightning fast costume change) be played by the same person.
SCRIPTS are available until 2pm 19 December 2025, from Canberra REP Theatre and from 7 January, Wed-Fri 10am – 4pm. Closed on public holidays. There is a $5 cash deposit for scripts – refundable on return at the auditions. No card payments taken.
You will receive an email confirming all your audition details once you have applied. If you have any questions, concerns, or simply want to tell us how much you love this play, email us here: auditions@canberrarep.org.au
Thank you so much for deciding to audition, and good luck!
Cate and the REP team
Audition for Canberra REP's productions of 2026
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Scripts will be available, for all 2026 productions following the Season Launch on 7 November 2025, from Canberra REP Theatre Wed - Fri 10am - 4pm, Closed on Public Holidays.
There is a $5 cash deposit for scripts - refundable on return at the audition. No card payments taken.
