The Bardlings
Current Season

AUDITION
Middle and high school students who join the company this spring will not just put on a show: they will also gain skills, collaborate with peers, and have fun during weekly meetings, workshops, rehearsals, and a field trip before the final performance!
To audition for the Bardlings, students should come to Christ Classical Academy (2205 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308) anytime between 10 AM & 12 PM on Saturday, January 21, 2023.
- Students should prepare a 60 second or less memorized monologue and expect to cold read sides from the show.
- Students will also be asked to complete an audition form with parent contact information and conflicts between the audition date and the May 13-14 showcase performances.
In spring 2023, the Bardlings will meet on Mondays and Thursdays from 5-7 PM at Christ Classical Academy (2205 Thomasville Road), and/or the SSC offices and warehouse (136 Progress Drive on TCC’s campus) or Cascades Park (1001 South Gadsden) and especially during Tech Week (starting on May 8th) as the showcase performances approach. A mandatory parent meeting on January 26 will outline the rehearsal schedule and more for students selected to participate.
Please note that the Bardlings audition each semester, and admittance into a previous semester does not guarantee placement in the future. Please see below for other FAQ and contact Bardlings director Robin Jackson with any further questions!
The Bardlings perform twice a year with a production in the Fall and a performance at the Southern Shakespeare Festival in the Spring.
They also engage with workshops, guest lectures, and field trips to develop their skills and expand their knowledge of theatre throughout the year.
For the latest on the Bardlings’ projects and performances…



FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Financial assistance is available; reach out to robin@southernshakes.org to inquire.
Past Seasons
Zombie Shakespeare tells the fantastical story of a troupe of fairy tale characters who are tired of their stories, so they go dig up the grave of literature’s best storyteller, William Shakespeare himself. Shakespeare’s works come to life as each fairy tale character is transported into one of his plays as they search for their new story.
This family-friendly comedy showcased some of the Bard’s most famous scenes and is a perfect exploration of his characters with a fun twist.
The Bardlings’ Spring 2022 performance at the Southern Shakespeare Festival in Cascades Park brought audiences back to Shakespeare’s works with the infamous Romeo & Juliet. This abridged version of the star crossed lovers’ tale showcased The Bardlings’ technical ability to create productions that bring traditional Shakespeare to life for all ages.