Lord Denney's Players Auditions: The Wise Woman of Hoxton
The Wise Woman of Hoxton
By Thomas Heywood
Though he is now largely known only to scholars of Renaissance drama, Shakespeare’s contemporary Thomas Heywood was one of the most prolific dramatists of the period, claiming to have a hand in over 200 plays (Shakespeare himself is credited with a “mere” three dozen or so). Heywood’s city comedy The Wise Woman of Hoxton (c. 1604) is one of his most delightful examinations of the social geography of life in London in the first decade of the 1600’s. It features many elements recognizable from the drama of the period: an ensemble cast of scene-stealing comedic characters of all ages and genders, a clever cross-dressing heroine, and energetic dramaturgy that ensures a happy ending. Fans of Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost, The Taming of the Shrew and Two Gentleman of Verona will find much to enjoy in this play!
LDP’s motto is “experience optional – enthusiasm required” – all skill-levels are welcome! The show runs December 3-4-5, 2026 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals begin September 22 and run on-campus Mondays-Thursdays, 7-10pm, with some Sundays 1-4pm after October 25. (Not all actors need to be at every rehearsal.) Crew members are also sought – if you are interested in helping out with props, costumes, promotions, or front-of-house, please contact Stage Manager Lila Wright (wright.1946).
Auditions (Denney Hall 311): Tuesday, September 8, and Wednesday, September 9, 4-7pm
To schedule an audition appointment, contact Stage Manager Lila Wright (wright.1946). Walk-in auditions are also welcome!
Please prepare a 60-90 second monologue from a Shakespeare play. You will also be asked to cold read from selected scenes.
Callbacks (Denney Hall 311): Thursday, September 10, 5-8pm