Is your next adventure performing on a professional stage?
Gang Show is an opportunity for members of Scouts and Girlguiding across Cardiff, the Vale, and East Glamorgan to come together to put on a theatrical production. In November 2024, this will be our 50th Anniversary show, performed at New Theatre, Cardiff.
Gang Show allows young people to get creative, experience a week of staged performances, make new friends, work towards Scouts and Girlguiding awards and badges, and also the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Being part of the Gang is awesome: take a look at what our previous cast have had to say!
Gang Show is an extremely popular activity, but unfortunately we can't fit everyone who would like to take part on the stage, so we hold auditions as a selection process.
How old do I need to be? Cast need to be at least 9 years old by 17th November 2024. We have an upper age limits which includes members of Scout Network and Girlguiding Inspire, but no older. If you're beyond the age to be in the cast, there's many other ways to be involved - get in touch: info@cardiffgangshow.co.uk
Do I need to be a member of Scouts or Girlguiding? Yes. Cast members need to be active in Scout/ Girlguiding activities and are required to continue throughout the run up to the show, and beyond. To verify membership, those auditioning will be asked to give a contact for a Leader. If a cast member leaves Scouts or Girlguiding, they won’t be able to continue with the show.
When are rehearsals? Before the summer holidays, rehearsals take place on Tuesday (6:45-8:45pm). After the summer holidays, rehearsals take place on both Tuesday (6:45-9pm) evenings and Sunday afternoons (1:45-6pm). Rehearsal locations will be confirmed after auditions. Summer term rehearsals will be from Tuesday 18th June - Tuesday 16th July. Please note that rehearsal times can change.
How often do I have to go to rehearsals?  Cast members are expected to attend all rehearsals unless unwell or Scout/ Girlguiding residential events. If too many rehearsals are missed, it may not be possible to continue with the show. We will always make contact if we are concerned about a cast member’s level of absence.
When is the show? Gang Show 2024 will be performed from Wednesday 20th - Saturday 23rd November, at New Theatre Cardiff. In addition, the cast will be required at the theatre on both Monday 18th November and Tuesday 19th November, for technical and dress rehearsals.
All weekday rehearsals performances take place in the evening, with a matinee (afternoon) performance on Saturday 23rd November.
You must be available for the entirety of 'show week' (including Technical and Dress rehearsals) in order to take part. If you think your other commitments won’t allow you to attend the rehearsals/ performances, please consider this before submitting an audition form. Gang Show is hard work, but lots of fun!
Is there a cost? Yes. In order to cover the costs of costumes and rehearsal venues, the cast membership fee is £45.00, which is due at the first rehearsal. However, financial challenges should never be a barrier to joining in with Scouts or Girlguiding, so please get in touch confidentially if you have concerns about finances (info@cardiffgangshow.co.uk).
What happens at auditions? The session is an informal, relaxed and fun workshop of song, dance and acting. We are looking for enthusiastic cast members who use their smiles and are enjoying themselves! Song sheets/ sample scripts will be used – if those auditioning have dyslexia or a reading difficulty, please indicate on the audition booking form and we will support you as best we can.
We are asking everyone to prepare a 30 second talk about your 'favourite thing'. If the 'thing' is a physical object (please, no pets!), this may be brought to the audition.
Do I need to wear my uniform to the audition? Yes. You must wear your uniform to the audition. This helps us verify your membership of Scouts or Girlguiding.
What happens after auditions? All those who take part in an audition will be contacted by email, whether or not you have been successful. If successful, you will be sent full information about rehearsals and the show.
What happens if I am unsuccessful? Unfortunately, we are restricted by numbers, but you would be more than welcome to come and try again next year!
I'm not keen on performing, but would like to be involved, can I join in? Of course! If you're over 14, and a member of Scouts or Girlguiding; or an adult who would like to help behind the scenes: get in touch on info@cardiffgangshow.co.uk
I have some questions. Who can I ask? If you need to speak to a member of the team, then please contact info@cardiffgangshow.co.uk. To keep up with the show’s progress, like facebook.com/CardiffGangShow, and follow us on X and Instagram: @CardiffGangShow!
Complete the form below to book an audition.