Theatre Professionals
Because the website was created by an actor, originally with the acting profession in mind, playregistry.com is invaluable to all those working and seeking to work within the theatre industry
Unemployed Actors
If you are an actor researching a play to see if there is a suitable role for you there is no substitute for obtaining and reading the play. However, sometimes deadlines and late notice do not allow for this. For example, if you know that 'The Mousetrap' is due to cast but don't know anything about the characters in the play, you can type the title of the play into the search box to the left of the page, and see for yourself if there is a role for which you might be suitable.In time we also hope to be able to point you in the direction of companies that are due to be casting for certain projects. This will enable you to not only see if you are right for the role, but also to see how to submit your details for consideration.
Employed Actors
If you are interested in researching a play and further character information for help with rehearsals, then this website is for you. Detailed synopsis and background information is available as well as character breakdowns compiled using a number of sources (including at times the writers themselves) to ensure the information is reliable and up to date.
Access to this level of information, especially the historical background including previous productions, will help you build up the on and off stage character with greater detail.
Casting Directors
It must be frustrating when you are holding castings for a play and actors arrive without knowing anything about the part for which they are reading. Or perhaps you are constantly being sent 'fishing' letters from actors asking to be seem for whatever productions you might shortly be due to cast.
By pointing actors and their agents in the direction of Playregistry.com, you will be ensuring that you are never again thrown into a world of frustration when faced with ill-prepared actors. Providing us with the breakdowns you submit and giving us permission to use them on the website, all actors will have access to the same accurate information direct from the source.
Production Team
If you are a director or producer, freelance or within a theatre company, you might be looking for plays to produce for a certain number of actors. If this is the case, head to the character page and see what the website has to offer when you search for any number of male and female characters. You can even cross reference your search to suit a particular genre.
If you're one of the creatives on the production team, possibly working on wardrobe, scenery, props, etc, then the information included on playregistry.com will be useful to you when researching elements of the play such as setting, period and style. Drawing your inspiration from previous productions can also be of use, which means that knowing dates of original productions can be invaluable.
It would also be useful to look at the character breakdowns as some of the information includes further insights into the characters, including their clothes, accessories, backgrounds, etc.
Agents
Isn't it frustrating when you receive a breakdown from a theatre company that doesn't actually tell you enough about the characters? The character breakdowns on here have been compiled using a number of sources (including at times the writers themselves) to ensure the information available to your clients is reliable and up to date.
If we've not yet got round to updating a play that you're interested in, just let us know and we'll endeavour to make sure it is done in time to meet your needs.
