Auditions: How to Survive a Zombie Apocalpyse

Think you’re ready for the end of the world? Better make sure…because auditions are coming for “How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse”, a fast-paced, audience-interactive comedy that turns survival tips into side-splitting chaos.

Directed by Kelli McMellon, this one-act play takes the form of a seminar led by a group of so-called “experts” teaching the public how to outwit, outlast, and outlive a zombie outbreak. But with each performance hilariously unraveling in its own unexpected way, one thing is certain: no two shows are ever the same.

Auditions will be held Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd from 1:00–2:30 p.m. at the Barn Community Theater. The production features four main roles, all open to any gender, and requires strong comedic timing and a willingness to improvise.

Roles include:

• Dr. Dale – The charismatic, buzzword-loving leader of the seminar. Cool, confident, and fluent in improv, Dr. Dale commands the room with TED Talk energy.
• Judy – The level-headed scientist of the team. Always trying (and often failing) to bring order to the madness.
• Donald – A hardcore survivalist who believes every conspiracy theory out there. He’s easily distracted, especially by attractive audience members.
• Tristan – Dr. Dale’s bewildered and childlike niece/nephew, who never seems to understand what’s going on and constantly drifts off-topic with wide-eyed wonder.

The show also features three “audience plants” who participate in the fun, so those interested in small but hilarious roles are encouraged to audition as well.

No experience is necessary, but a willingness to play big, think fast, and interact with the audience is a must.

“How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse” shows will run October 24-November 9. For questions please contact the director: kellimc101@gmail.com

Remember: Learn to survive and thrive when the dead revive!