Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Jonathan C. Dietrich

In the dangerous neon lit streets, two young lovers, from fiercely rival corporate families, rely on the aid of the Holy AI in an attempt to elope. Grey streets, skyscrapers, neon signs, cybernetics, punk fashion, motorcycles, powered swords, and even an AI: Romeo & Juliet in a cyberpunk setting.

Content warnings: flashing lights & images, violence (swordplay, brawling), sounds of gunfire, death, blood (ribbons), emotional abuse, suicide

Audition Information

Now casting the timeless and tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet, re-imagined in a cut-throat dystopian future filled with neon lights, cybernetics, punk fashion, and powered swords.

To audition, please consider filling out the audition information form in advance, and joining us at anytime during the posted hours. You can find more information about the audition process on our Audition FAQ page.

We will be casting actors aged 12+ for this production. Several of our production leads have obtained vulnerable sector checks to allow for this and ensure responsible supervision for minors during rehearsals and production events. For cast members aged 12 – 17, express permission from a parent or legal guardian is needed for you to participate.

If you have any questions please reach out to cyberpunk-r-j@kwlt.org. 

When

• August 25, 12:00pm – 4:00pm
• August 26, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
• August 27, 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Callbacks will be held on August 28th from 7 – 10pm if required.

Where

Auditions will be held at our rehearsal space at 44 Gaukel street, Kitchener. 

Parking

44 Gaukel sits beside the Charles St West Lot 15 which is operated by the City of Kitchener and is free on weekday evenings (after 5PM) and on weekends.

There is some on-street parking available near 44 Gaukel, see here. On-street parking is regulated by the City of Kitchener and can change at any time.

What to expect, and how to prepare

• We strongly advise that you come prepared with a Shakespearean monologue, to allow you to show your best work. Monologues should be between 30 seconds to 2 minutes in length. There will be a selection of monologues available to use if you don’t have one prepared.
• You’ll be asked to deliver or read your monologue once your own way and then again (maybe a few times) with direction from our amazing Director
• There will be a stage combat portion of the audition, so wear comfortable clothes that you can move in. You’ll be taught a series of maneuvers with a sword!
• We will ask to take your picture, as this makes it easier for us to associate your audition with your info during casting.

Looking for more information on what to expect and how to prepare? Check out our audition FAQ, and try asking an AI.