Auditions will be taking place this weekend for 16th Ave Theatre's upcoming production of One Man, Two Guvnors.

Written by English playwright Richard Bean, the One Man, Two Guvnors is based on the play The Servant of Two Masters whichwas written by Italian playwright Carlo Goldoni back in 1746.

One Man, Two Guvnors premiered in London 2011 and starred James Corden in the role of Francis Henshall. Photo: Broadway.com/YouTube

The show follows the permanently ravenous Francis Henshall who finds himself working for both a gangster and a criminal in hiding, both of which are linked in a web of schemes, extortions and romantic associations.

To prevent being discovered, Francis must do everything he can to keep his two guvnors apart.

Director Sarah Oemcke says they require a cast of 11 actors – eight men and three women – for the rib-tickling comedy which will take to the stage from November 23 to December 10.

'This is a bloody funny show and it is going to be hilarious to put together.

'While talent is the primary consideration when casting, a high level of commitment is essential and our final choices for all roles will be made with this firmly in mind.”

Sarah says aside from Francis who has a cockney accent, all the other characters have an Estuary English accent unless stated in the description.

One Man, Two Guvnors will also feature a skiffle band who'll play at the start and end of the show, and in between scenes.

'We would like some of the cast to be able to join the band for some songs. Musical and/or singing abilities would be a benefit, but not a necessity.”

Rehearsals for the show start at the end of August and will take place at 16th Ave theatre on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday nights at 7pm.

Auditions for the character of Francis will take place on Saturday, August 20, from 1-3pm, while auditions for all other characters will take place on Sunday, August 31, from 1-3pm.

People audition for Francis are also being asked to available for a possible callback on the Sunday.

'These auditions are open to anyone and everyone, and scripts and audition pieces will be available to all those registered. All the best for your auditions!” says Sarah.

To register for an audition time email your name, age, character/s auditioning for, and any dates that you may not be available during rehearsal period to the director the director Sarah Oemcke at: sarahoemcke@gmail.com

For a full list of characters, a link on how to perform an Estuary English accent or to download download an audition pack visit 16th Ave Theatre's website at: 16avetheatre.co.nz/shows/auditions