Next week, Western’s department of theatre and dance will hold open auditions for its summer outdoor production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.”

Director David Janoviak will cast a combination of student and community actors in Shakespeare’s classic pastoral comedy. Parts for approximately 12 men and six women will be available.

The auditions will consist of an optional prepared Shakespearean monologue as well as cold readings from the script. No preparation is necessary to audition, but a familiarity of the play is highly recommended.

Audition dates are Friday, May 15 from 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, May 16 from 12 to 3 p.m. in the Math / Nursing Building, room 108.

The play will rehearse Monday through Friday evenings (6-9:30 p.m.) beginning on June 22 and will perform from July 30 through Aug. 1 on the outdoor stage adjacent to Rice Auditorium.

The part of Jaques is precast. All other parts are available.

“As You Like It” is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, and features the famous phrase “all the world’s a stage.” It tells the story of Rosalind and Celia, cousins who run away to the Forest of Arden, where they find true love.

For more information, please contact Professor David Janoviak (Director) at 503-559-1551 / janovid@wou.edu