Season 1 – 2026 – The Shawshank Redemption
by Owen O’Neill and Dave Johns.
Audition Date: Monday, 10 November 2025 @ 7.30 pm
Director – Shane Mallory – Assistant Director – Amanda Harrison
Performance dates – 25 February 2026 to 14 March 2026 with matinees on 01 March 2026 and 08 March 2026 (Potentially 15 performances).
When Andy Dufresne is convicted of murder and sentenced to life in the notorious Shawshank prison, he must find a way to keep himself and his hopes alive by using his wits and forging friendships. Based on the 1982 novella by Stephen King, The Shawshank Redemption brings the story of friendship, resilience and hope made famous by the acclaimed 1994 film to the ILT stage.
MA 15+ Strong adult themes, violence and coarse language
Contact the Director, Shane Mallory, 0403175702 or the Assistant Director, Amanda Harrison, 0449595458, for more information.
Audition Information
You must be available for all show dates and for rehearsals on Monday, Tuesday and Friday Evenings from 7.30 pm.
To Audition:
- Prepare a one-minute dramatic monologue for delivery
- Familiarise yourself with the provided Audition Sides for reading (below)
- Most Important: Register to audition (below).
Please note that if cast, for insurance purposes, you must become a member of Ipswich Little Theatre (ILT) and adhere to ILT’s Code of Conduct and Guidelines at all times.