Spring Play
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
by Kate Hamill
adapted from the novel by Jane Austen
Performances:
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm
Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:30pm
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm
Direction by Anne James-Noonan, Scenic Design by Anders Jacobson, Lighting Design by Denise Karczewski
Spring Play 25-26 Audition Information
All interested New Trier students are encouraged to audition for Pride and Prejudice.
General Auditions
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 3:45 to 7pm in the McGee Theatre (Winnetka Campus). Please complete the AUDITION FORM in advance, and report to the McGee promptly at 3:45pm and plan to stay until 7pm!
Callbacks: Friday, March 13, 2026, 3:45 to 7pm in the McGee Theatre (Winnetka Campus)
WHAT’S THE PLAY ABOUT?
"This isn't your grandmother's Austen! Bold, surprising, boisterous, and timely, this ‘P&P’ for a new era explores the absurdities and thrills of finding your perfect (or imperfect) match in life…Literature's greatest tale of latent love has never felt so theatrical, or so full of life than it does in this effervescent adaptation. Because what turns us into greater fools…than the high-stakes game of love?" (Dramatist Play Service).
WHEN ARE REHEARSALS?
Rehearsals begin with a mandatory read through on Tuesday, March 24 from 3:45 - 6p, and performances are May 14-16. Calendar to come. We will not have rehearsal over Spring Break, April 18, or on Sundays. Students who accept a role in Pride and Prejudice commit to our rehearsal schedule. Starting on Tuesday, May 5, weekday rehearsals extend to 8pm. Students must be available May 5 through May 12 from 3:45 - 8:00 PM with no exceptions. There is a daytime dress rehearsal on Wednesday, May 13.
HOW DO I AUDITION?
- Complete the Parent/Guardian Consent/Conflict Form. Please reference the Production Calendar (coming soon!)
- Complete the AUDITION FORM. It will close at 12pm on March 11.
- Memorize and prepare a monologue linked here. See the “What about the monologue” section for additional information.
- There are no audition appointments. Please at the start of the audition and you will be dismissed by or before 7PM.
New Trier welcomes the participation of all individuals in our programs, including those with disabilities. If you have an IEP or 504 plan with reasonable accommodations that pertain to this activity, please indicate your request on the audition form. Please indicate your IEP case manager or adviser (504 plan) so we can coordinate any supports deemed necessary.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO THE AUDITIONS?
Wear clothes that you can move in and make you look and feel good. Make sure your hair is out of your face. Do not wear costumes.
CALLBACKS
The callback list will be posted via e-mail on Thursday, March 12 after 6:00 PM. Callbacks will be held on Friday, March 14 from 3:45 to 7pm in W215 at the Winnetka Campus. Students will perform scenes from the play at the callbacks. This is an opportunity to show that they have read the play, have made strong vocal and physical choices for each of the characters, and are able to respond effectively to their scene partners.
WHEN DOES THE CAST LIST GO UP?
Cast lists will be emailed after 6pm on Tuesday, March 17.
CREW APPRENTICESHIP
All performers are required to fulfill the Crew Apprenticeship Program within one year after being cast in their first NT production. Current Theatre 1 and Technical Theatre and Design students fulfill their CAP in class. Please see the NTHS Guidebook or Performing Arts website for more information.
WHAT IF I’M NOT CAST IN BUT I STILL WANT TO BE INVOLVED?
Stage Crew is a great way to get involved with the productions. All crews are open to anyone interested, and they are a LOT of fun – no prior experience is necessary. If you are interested in joining crew, please visit www.ntstagecrew.org.
WHAT IF I NEED MORE INFORMATION?
If you have any questions or concerns about the play, contact the director, Ms. James-Noonan (E124 Northfield), 847-784-6693, jamesnoa@nths.net
WHAT ABOUT THE MONOLOGUE?
Pick one of these monologues for your audition. All selections should be memorized. You may perform any of the monologues. Change pronouns and names as needed.
Please read Pride and Prejudice before your audition as we will use scenes from the play in callbacks. Copies are available in the “files” section of the Thespian Advocacy course on Canvas. If you need access to the course, contact Ms. Kirsch (kirschh@nths.net.) You will not perform in front of other auditioners until the callbacks.