AUDITION NOTICE: The Last Wife, January 23, 2027 – Details to come

Ottawa Little Theatre presents

The Last Wife
Written by: Kate Hennig

Directed by: Susan Monaghan

Production Dates:
May 5 – 22, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees on May 9 & 16 at 2:30 pm (Sundays)
All actors must be available for all performances. 

Open Call Auditions:
Auditions  will be held on:

Saturday, January 23, 2027 at 1:00 pm 

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to fill out your audition card – onstage readings will commence at 1:00pm sharp.  

Audition Location:
Ottawa Little Theatre
400 King Edward Avenue, Ottawa
(Please use 235 Besserer Street entrance.)

Backstage Orientation:
Simultaneously with the January 23 audition, A BACKSTAGE ORIENTATION and tour of the theatre will be offered by a member of the Volunteer Committee for anyone interested in working behind the scenes on any future production. Descriptions of each of the various Volunteer Positions can be found in the Volunteer section of this website.

Synopsis:
This contemporary retelling of the heated relationship between Henry VIII and his sixth wife Katherine Parr is a witty, powerful examination of patriarchy, sexual politics, and women’s rights. Violence and temptation loom ever closer as Kate strives for a more powerful role while devoting herself to the education and equal rights of Henry’s daughters.

Character Descriptions & Audition Sides
Details to come closer to the audition date. Stay tuned!