Director Role & Casting Calls for Our Next In-House Production (March 2025)
Opportunity: Director, The Queen of Quex Road by Erin Holland
The Queen of Quex Road by Erin Holland | The Bread & Roses Playwriting Award Winner 2024
The Bread & Roses Theatre is seeking a skilled and collaborative Theatre Director to lead our first in-house production of 2025. This fringe-scale project will see you working closely with our Associate Producer (lead producer), Writer, Designer, and Assistant Director to bring an exciting new work to life.
The role involves prep and creative meetings earlier in the year, with rehearsals running for approximately two weeks in February. Casting is already underway, and we’re looking for someone comfortable incorporating Writer input, working in small teams, and aligned with the ethos of The Bread & Roses Theatre.
We are particularly keen to hear from Northern Irish directors, or those of Northern Irish or mixed heritage, who are based in or have a base in London.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a milestone production for a thriving fringe venue.
Show dates: 4th - 15th March 2025, Tuesday - Saturday + Saturday Matinees (potential 1-2 school matinees during the week with Q&A) maximum 14 performances
Venue: The Bread & Roses Theatre, SW4 6DZ
Initial readthrough: w/c 3rd Feb
Rehearsals: February TBC (weekday daytime around actors / directors schedules)
Get-in: 3rd - 4th March
Synopsis
Kathleen and her pregnant daughter Moira fled Belfast in the early 90s, leaving The Troubles behind for a better life in Kilburn, the beating heart of the London Irish Community and Ireland’s 33rd county.
Now 3 decades later, Niamh’s turning 30 and she’s bringing her mystery boyfriend home to meet the family. They're praying to God for a good catholic boy from an Irish family however, this isn’t exactly who Niamh has in store for them. With Moira on the brink of an emotional breakdown and Kathleen concealing a double life, Niamh's new boyfriend is in for one explosive afternoon. Hide the whiskey…
The Queen of Quex Road is a razor-sharp dark comedy about family, identity, and the past that refuses to stay buried.
Characters
Kathleen Kiely – 68 years old but doesn’t look it, Northern Irish, Catholic, a barmaid and widow. She dresses much younger than her age.
Moira Kiely – 50 years old, Kathleen’s daughter, Northern Irish & Catholic, a barmaid and single mother.
Niamh Kiely – 30 years old, Moira’s daughter, born in London of Irish descent, a Drama teacher, a free thinker and an environmentalist.
Hamed Hassan – 35 years old. Born in London of Egyptian descent, from a large Muslim family, a psychology teacher, well dressed, well-educated and well handsome.
Fee: London Living Wage
Deadline: Submit interest by midnight 1st December by sending over a CV and a 1 page cover letter (or up to 3 min audio or video) to [email protected] with subject line: The Queen of Quex Road: Director
Next steps: Interviews will be in person on 11th & 12th December
If you have any questions or would like to chat further, please contact us on [email protected]
The Bread & Roses Theatre is seeking a skilled and collaborative Theatre Director to lead our first in-house production of 2025. This fringe-scale project will see you working closely with our Associate Producer (lead producer), Writer, Designer, and Assistant Director to bring an exciting new work to life.
The role involves prep and creative meetings earlier in the year, with rehearsals running for approximately two weeks in February. Casting is already underway, and we’re looking for someone comfortable incorporating Writer input, working in small teams, and aligned with the ethos of The Bread & Roses Theatre.
We are particularly keen to hear from Northern Irish directors, or those of Northern Irish or mixed heritage, who are based in or have a base in London.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a milestone production for a thriving fringe venue.
Show dates: 4th - 15th March 2025, Tuesday - Saturday + Saturday Matinees (potential 1-2 school matinees during the week with Q&A) maximum 14 performances
Venue: The Bread & Roses Theatre, SW4 6DZ
Initial readthrough: w/c 3rd Feb
Rehearsals: February TBC (weekday daytime around actors / directors schedules)
Get-in: 3rd - 4th March
Synopsis
Kathleen and her pregnant daughter Moira fled Belfast in the early 90s, leaving The Troubles behind for a better life in Kilburn, the beating heart of the London Irish Community and Ireland’s 33rd county.
Now 3 decades later, Niamh’s turning 30 and she’s bringing her mystery boyfriend home to meet the family. They're praying to God for a good catholic boy from an Irish family however, this isn’t exactly who Niamh has in store for them. With Moira on the brink of an emotional breakdown and Kathleen concealing a double life, Niamh's new boyfriend is in for one explosive afternoon. Hide the whiskey…
The Queen of Quex Road is a razor-sharp dark comedy about family, identity, and the past that refuses to stay buried.
Characters
Kathleen Kiely – 68 years old but doesn’t look it, Northern Irish, Catholic, a barmaid and widow. She dresses much younger than her age.
Moira Kiely – 50 years old, Kathleen’s daughter, Northern Irish & Catholic, a barmaid and single mother.
Niamh Kiely – 30 years old, Moira’s daughter, born in London of Irish descent, a Drama teacher, a free thinker and an environmentalist.
Hamed Hassan – 35 years old. Born in London of Egyptian descent, from a large Muslim family, a psychology teacher, well dressed, well-educated and well handsome.
Fee: London Living Wage
Deadline: Submit interest by midnight 1st December by sending over a CV and a 1 page cover letter (or up to 3 min audio or video) to [email protected] with subject line: The Queen of Quex Road: Director
Next steps: Interviews will be in person on 11th & 12th December
If you have any questions or would like to chat further, please contact us on [email protected]
Opportunity: Cast, The Queen of Quex Road by Erin Holland
The Queen of Quex Road by Erin Holland | The Bread & Roses Playwriting Award Winner 2024
The Bread & Roses Theatre is casting for our next in-house production, opening in March 2025. We’re looking for four actors who are comfortable with writer input, enjoy working in small teams, and are aligned with the theatre’s ethos.
We are particularly interested in Northern Irish actors for the roles of Kathleen and Moira, actors of Northern Irish mixed heritage for Niamh, and those of Egyptian heritage for Hamed.
This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team on a significant production for the theatre. For more details on how to apply, please see the breakdown below.
Show dates: 4th - 15th March 2025, Tuesday - Saturday + Saturday Matinees (potential 1-2 school matinees during the week with Q&A) maximum 14 performances
Venue: The Bread & Roses Theatre, SW4 6DZ
Initial readthrough: w/c 3rd Feb
Rehearsals: February TBC (weekday daytime around actors / directors schedules)
Get-in: 3rd - 4th March
Synopsis
Kathleen and her pregnant daughter Moira fled Belfast in the early 90s, leaving The Troubles behind for a better life in Kilburn, the beating heart of the London Irish Community and Ireland’s 33rd county.
Now 3 decades later, Niamh’s turning 30 and she’s bringing her mystery boyfriend home to meet the family. They're praying to God for a good catholic boy from an Irish family however, this isn’t exactly who Niamh has in store for them. With Moira on the brink of an emotional breakdown and Kathleen concealing a double life, Niamh's new boyfriend is in for one explosive afternoon. Hide the whiskey…
The Queen of Quex Road is a razor-sharp dark comedy about family, identity, and the past that refuses to stay buried.
Characters
Kathleen Kiely – 68 years old but doesn’t look it, Northern Irish, Catholic, a barmaid and widow. She dresses much younger than her age.
Moira Kiely – 50 years old, Kathleen’s daughter, Northern Irish & Catholic, a barmaid and single mother.
Niamh Kiely – 30 years old, Moira’s daughter, born in London of Irish descent, a Drama teacher, a free thinker and an environmentalist.
Hamed Hassan – 35 years old. Born in London of Egyptian descent, from a large Muslim family, a psychology teacher, well dressed, well-educated and well handsome.
Fee: London Living Wage
Deadline: Submit interest by midnight 1st December by sending over Spotlight link or CV and a showreel to [email protected] with subject line: The Queen of Quex Road: input the name of the character you are applying for
Next steps: Sides for self-tapes will be sent over w/c 2nd December. Recalls will be in person on 11th & 12th December.
If you have any questions or would like to chat further, please contact us on [email protected]
The Bread & Roses Theatre is casting for our next in-house production, opening in March 2025. We’re looking for four actors who are comfortable with writer input, enjoy working in small teams, and are aligned with the theatre’s ethos.
We are particularly interested in Northern Irish actors for the roles of Kathleen and Moira, actors of Northern Irish mixed heritage for Niamh, and those of Egyptian heritage for Hamed.
This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team on a significant production for the theatre. For more details on how to apply, please see the breakdown below.
Show dates: 4th - 15th March 2025, Tuesday - Saturday + Saturday Matinees (potential 1-2 school matinees during the week with Q&A) maximum 14 performances
Venue: The Bread & Roses Theatre, SW4 6DZ
Initial readthrough: w/c 3rd Feb
Rehearsals: February TBC (weekday daytime around actors / directors schedules)
Get-in: 3rd - 4th March
Synopsis
Kathleen and her pregnant daughter Moira fled Belfast in the early 90s, leaving The Troubles behind for a better life in Kilburn, the beating heart of the London Irish Community and Ireland’s 33rd county.
Now 3 decades later, Niamh’s turning 30 and she’s bringing her mystery boyfriend home to meet the family. They're praying to God for a good catholic boy from an Irish family however, this isn’t exactly who Niamh has in store for them. With Moira on the brink of an emotional breakdown and Kathleen concealing a double life, Niamh's new boyfriend is in for one explosive afternoon. Hide the whiskey…
The Queen of Quex Road is a razor-sharp dark comedy about family, identity, and the past that refuses to stay buried.
Characters
Kathleen Kiely – 68 years old but doesn’t look it, Northern Irish, Catholic, a barmaid and widow. She dresses much younger than her age.
Moira Kiely – 50 years old, Kathleen’s daughter, Northern Irish & Catholic, a barmaid and single mother.
Niamh Kiely – 30 years old, Moira’s daughter, born in London of Irish descent, a Drama teacher, a free thinker and an environmentalist.
Hamed Hassan – 35 years old. Born in London of Egyptian descent, from a large Muslim family, a psychology teacher, well dressed, well-educated and well handsome.
Fee: London Living Wage
Deadline: Submit interest by midnight 1st December by sending over Spotlight link or CV and a showreel to [email protected] with subject line: The Queen of Quex Road: input the name of the character you are applying for
Next steps: Sides for self-tapes will be sent over w/c 2nd December. Recalls will be in person on 11th & 12th December.
If you have any questions or would like to chat further, please contact us on [email protected]
