Springs Ensemble Theatre is thrilled to announce AUDITIONS for its next mainstage production, The Pillowman, a dark comedic thriller by Martin McDonagh. The production is directed by Max Ferguson.  Auditions will be held Saturday August 11th from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Springs Ensemble Theatre, 1903 E. Cache La Poudre St., Colorado Springs, CO  80909. Callbacks will be held there on Sunday August 12th with times to be determined. Please bring a headshot and resume and be prepared to cold read from the script. If cast, all roles are on a volunteer basis and unpaid. Show dates are October 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28. We are looking for 3 males in lead roles and a young female in a supporting role. Age breakdown is as follows:Katurian – writer, younger brother of Michal, 20s-30sMichal – abused elder brother of Katurian, 20s-30sAriel – policeman, 20s-60sGirl – approx. 8-13 (or older teenager able to play this age). Dance experience a plus.The role of Tupolski has been cast. We are also looking for experienced puppeteers and young ladies who dance (age 8-18 to play 8-12). There will be a dance call held at a date TBD. If you are interested in dancing or helping puppeteer please email SETpillowman@gmail.com   The Pillowman is the 2004 Olivier Award Winner and a 2005 Tony Award Nominee for Best New Play.  With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka, and the Brothers Grimm, The Pillowman tells the story of a writer, Katurian, who has been arrested by two detectives, Tupolski and Ariel, in an unnamed totalitarian state.  He is wanted for questioning in connection to a series of horrific child murders that happen to resemble the events of several of his stories.  Unbeknownst to him, his mentally challenged brother has also been taken into custody, and both their lives as well as Katurian’s legacy hang in the balance.  The Pillowman contains graphic content.   Remember, “It ain’t a crime you tell a story.” Or is it? The Pillowman is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.To reserve an audition slot please email SETPillowman@gmail.com. For more information about Springs Ensemble Theatre please visit www.springsensembletheatre.org.