Welcome to Bronco Drama’s open audition for the winter play THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. The
following information will be helpful for you in this process:
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Auditions will take place on Tuesday, January 27th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm in the Clovis North
Drama Room.
It is recommended that all auditioning are familiar with the play. Copies of the play are available
for check out in the Drama Room 702.
Scenes from the play will be given out at the audition. There are no monologues to prepare.
All Clovis North and Granite Ridge students are encouraged to audition.
It is possible if you are cast in Granite Ridge’s production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate
Factory I will be able to work around that schedule. It will be on a case by case basis.
If you are needed for a callback, the callback list will be posted online at www.broncodrama.com
as well as on the drama room door Wednesday morning, January 28th before school. The
callback will take place from 3:00-6:00 p.m. in the Clovis North drama room on the 28th. Scenes
will be provided at the callback. For the callback there will be nothing to prepare
Rehearsals will begin on Monday, February 2nd. See attached schedule for full details.
Performances will be March 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28, 2015 at the Dan Pessano Theatre.
Casting notification will be posted online Thursday morning January 29th by 7:00a.m.
All cast members and at least 1 (one) parent MUST attend the Parent Meeting, Monday,
February, 2nd from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Drama Room immediately following Monday’s first
rehearsal.
Have fun! Break legs!!!
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PLOT SUMMARY:
The Diary of Anne Frank is the dramatic true story of eight peoples' time in hiding in Amsterdam
during World War II as told thru the eyes and words of the eloquent and buoyant, Anne. The play
begins the morning the Franks go into hiding and it chronicles the next two years' events in the tiny
annex. Through the journey taken by these people, we experience hope and despair and everything
in between. It is a story of humanity, the best of it, and the worst.
SEE ATTACHED FOR CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS:
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
Character Breakdowns/Casting Requirements
ANNE FRANK: (13-15) Anne is extraordinary in her hope, passion, and belief in the good in the world. At the start of the
show she is innocent, precocious and does not hesitate to speak her mid. As she matures thru her time in hiding she
becomes introspective, compassionate and ultimately, eager and hopeful for a more accepting future for everyone. She
does not feel close to her mother, but idolizes her father. She is compelled to write, documenting every moment and
feeling experienced in the annex.
OTTO FRANK: (50-55) Anne's father, very much the patriarch of the Annex. He leads with love and strength in all he does.
Unlike young Anne, Otto is even tempered and strives for peace in every situation. At 53 years old, he has the resilience
of a younger man but the experience to recognize the reality of the world around him.
EDITH FRANK: (40-45) Anne's mother. She is reserved and soft-spoken. Constantly worried about her family and their
fate. Closer with her older daughter, Margot, she longs for a deeper connection with Anne. Although quiet, she has a bit
of Anne's fortitude and when pushed, will make her mind known.
MARGOT FRANK : (16-18) Anne's older sister. Quiet like her mother. More mature and intellectual than her sister.
Margot feels alone and unsure of her place in the annex. She is reserved and respectful of others. Very close with her
mother and although they are opposites, she loves and admires her little sister. She longs for a deeper connections to
others, but does not know how to achieve them.
MR. VAN DAAN: (40-50) The head of the Van Daans. Struggling to find his place as second in command. He is intelligent
and pragmatic if a bit harsh. He wishes to make his wife happy but on his terms. Wants to teach his son to be more
outgoing and to toughen him up during their time in the annex. Is grateful to Otto for welcoming his family into the
Annex without question.
MRS. VAN DAAN (40-50) Not ready to give up her lifestyle. She tries to view the annex as simply a new locale, rather than
a necessity for survival. She can be a flirt and Anne even goes so far as to call her frivolous. She clings to her fur coast
like one clings to their very identity. She hides her fear of the unknown by worrying about trite things such as Anne and
Peter's growing friendship of which she is jealous.
PETER VAN DAAN (16-18) The Van Daans' only son. At the beginning he is annoyed with Anne, but later confesses to
admiring her spirit. They become good friends during their time in hiding. He is trying to find his place, not only in the
annex, but in himself. Not sure of who he will become of if he will be given the chance to find out. He has a good heart
and is protective of those he loves.
MIEP GIES (30-35) A kind, Dutch secretary from the office of Otto Frank. She helps hide the Franks, Van Daans, and Mr.
Dussel. Miep is their connection to the outside world as she keeps them informed and stocked with food, books, and the
occasional treat. She is kind and worried but determined to protect them. It is Miep who would find Anne's diary and save
it until after the war, delivering it to Otto upon his return.
MR. KRALER (40-45) Otto Frank's business partner. He helps to hide the members of the annex. Like Miep, he never
questions his obligations to the Franks and to doing what is right/ A dignified man, at a loss for the world around him.
MR. DUSSEL (50-55) A fussy dentist. He is the only one in the annex without family, having left behind his live in girlfriend
who is Christian. More than anyone in the annex, he puts himself first at every turn. He has little patience for his
roommate, Anne, and is skeptical of their future.
NAZI OFFICER AND TWO DUTCH COLLABORATORS (male or female) Although these three roles do not come in until the end
of the show, they are exceedingly important roles. The actors who play these parts will be given a very flexible rehearsal
schedule, but time will be spent on character development and scene breakdowns.
Audition #___________
Grade Level__________
Audition Form
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
Full Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________________State___________Zip__________________
Email: _________________________________________________________________________
Phone: (H)________________________________ Cell__________________________________
Role(s) Auditioning for: ____________________________________________________________
Will you accept any other role if cast? Y / N ___________________________________________
Are you available to attend a callback Wednesday, January 28th from 3 to 6 p.m. if needed? Y / N
I am auditioning for EXPERIENCE ONLY : YES
NO
(circle one)
If NOT cast in the production would you be willing to work on the Stage Crew? Yes
No (circle one)
***Please thoroughly read the production information sheet provided and list any and ALL conflicts on
the attached Production Calendar. Understand that excessive conflicts may prohibit you from being
cast in this production.
Conflicts:
Please list any Theater experience, most recent first, on the back of this sheet OR attach resume:
DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE
Callback: Y / N Role(s)_____________________________________________________________
NOTES:
Production Schedule
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
January
1/27/15
1/28/15
Tuesday
Wednesday
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Auditions
Callbacks
Space 702
Space 702
February
2/2/15
Monday
2/3/15
2/4/15
2/5/15
2/6/15
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Concept/Read-through
Mandatory Parent’s Meeting
History/Character Work
Character Work
Blocking/Exploration
Blocking/Exploration
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
2/915
2/10/15
2/11/15
2/12/15
2/13/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
NO REHEARSAL
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Blocking
Blocking
Blocking
Stumble-through
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
2/1615
2/17/15
2/18/15
2/19/15
2/20/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
NO REHEARSAL
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Run/Work
Run/Work
Run/Work
Run/Work
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
2/2315
2/24/15
2/25/15
2/26/15
2/27/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Run Act 1-OFF BOOK
Run Act 2-OFF BOOK
Run-through
Run-through
Run-through
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
Space 702
March
3/2/15
3/3/15
3/4/15
3/5/15
3/6/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Work Act 1/Staging on set
Work Act 2/Staging on set
Run-through
Run-through
Run-through
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
3/9/15
3/10/15
3/11/15
3/12/15
3/13/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Run-through
Run-through
HOLD-Dry Tech
TECH
TECH
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Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
3/16/15
3/17/15
3/18/15
3/19/15
3/20/15
3/21/15
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
TECH
5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
TECH
5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
FINAL DRESS
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
12:30p.m. Call/2:00 p.m. Curtain
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre
3/26/15
3/27/15
3/28/15
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
12:30p.m. Call/2:00 p.m. Curtain
6:00p.m. Call/7:30 p.m. Curtain
STRIKE immediately following the performance
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Dan Pessano Theatre
Dan Pessano Theatre