The Writing program is revamping the way it puts on its student-written Sketch Comedy shows… now, instead of casting different shows 3 times a year, the cast will come from a set company of players: the VFS Sketch Company!

Writing instructor and Sketch Show director Morgan Brayton noted: “Having a company of actors to work with will give our writers a taste of what it’s like writing for a consistent cast — just like on a TV sketch show. It will also allow our performers to bond as a troupe and develop their comedic talents.”

Call for Auditions

We are looking for 20-25 comedic performers to be part of the VFS Sketch Company. Each year we present three live sketch comedy shows: one in December (rehearsals November/December), one in April (rehearsals March/April) and another in August (rehearsals July/August). As part of the VFS Sketch Company, each performer is guaranteed at least one show per year (will probably perform in more). Performers will be paid a $100 honorarium per show.

Please prepare:

one sketch scene (we will provide options to choose from) – 3 MINUTES

AND

one original character, showcased however you see fit – NO LONGER THAN 3 MINUTES

Please bring photo and resume.

Email VFS Sketch Comedy Producer Robert Woolsey at rwoolsey@vfs.com for an audition time, location, and sides.

*Thanks to Michele Thomson-Brayton for the above photo of the live sketch “Back in Hell” by Writing student James Rosencrans. Pictured are Tijana Popovic, Darren Schilling, and Amy Couldwell.