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We are now auditioning for Aladdin….

In what? Tights?

That is entirely up to you Bob unless that is your usual daily attire - in which case of course.

Mary Lindsay wrote:That is entirely up to you Bob .

Oh know it isn't

Oh know it isn't

know????

It is a bloomin' pantomime Mary! Have a little pity!

It is a bloomin' pantomime Mary! Have a little pity!

OK, OK, here's a little pity:
pity

Yippee

The annual Brakehorsepower panto is upon us. I look forward to the usual thespians emerging from their winter hiding places and participating with gusto !

Urgently seeking nominations for the roles of:



Aladdin (Male) – Our hero, a young man. Brave, energetic, handsome, regular hero qualities, nice guy.

The Widow Twanky (Dame – male or female) – His Mother she runs the town Launderette, constantly complains of being overworked but really does very little, Gives out a lot, strong, brash character, loud and in your face.

Wishy and Washy (Female) – Aladdin’s two sisters, complete with school uniforms and pig-tails, comedy duo must bounce off each other, usually to give out to Al or moan about all the work they have to do.

Abanazar (Male) – The sultan’s advisor, the baddie of the piece. Tall, dark and creepy, very evil and slimy.

Abdul (Male) – Abanazar’s sidekick, small and foolish. Funny accent and good comedy timing needed.

The Sultan (Male) – Small and round, busy little man, English accent would suit, posh and important. Easily confused.

The Princess Jasmine (Female) – A beautiful, innocent young lady, Al’s love interest, must have enough strength to stand up for her self at times.

The Genie of the Lamp (Male) – Should be a Woody Allen/ Roger Dangerfield type character, a sarcastic comedian that has a comment or a gag for all occasions, a real showman. Can go from big and brash, to sharp and sarcastic quickly.

Mervin – The Abominable Snowman (Male) – Big friendly Snowman/monster, so happy to see people he fusses a lot. He is really big and load and over excited, he wants to work in show business and bursts into song at any chance.

The Snow Fairy Dolores (Female) – Retired depressed, very dramatic, possibly drunk fairy. Was once powerful but not bothered anymore.

Crazy Old Jim (Male) – A very old, very confused man who has been trapped in a cave for many years.



Lets see those nominations flooding in !



Cast list obtained from http://irishpantoscripts.com/index.php/ ... haracters/

Crazy Old Jim (Male) – A very old, very confused man who has been trapped in a cave for many years.

Bob?

Wishy and Washy (Female) – Aladdin’s two sisters, complete with school uniforms and pig-tails, comedy duo must bounce off each other, usually to give out to Al or moan about all the work they have to do.

Sharlie and Philip? - Not both female but usually a comedy duo….

'Our hero, a young man. Brave, energetic, handsome, regular hero qualities, nice guy. '

I could probably manage the part provided not more than three lines to remember

Mervin or Melvyn.... Hmmmm !