Empty Orchestra (2017): Cast & Plot
Empty Orchestra is a 2017 short comedy drama directed by Guillem Morales, starring Reece Shearsmith as Greg, Tamzin Outhwaite and Sarah Hadland. It runs 30 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 30 min
- Director
- Guillem Morales
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Empty Orchestra About?
The premise of Empty Orchestra without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During an 1980s-themed karaoke party thrown for their boss, a group of office employees reveals their hidden feelings through song choices. As tensions rise and rumors of impending layoffs circulate, long-simmering rivalries and personal conflicts erupt, creating an unexpectedly dramatic and revealing night.
Empty Orchestra Cast & Characters
Reece Shearsmith leads the cast as Greg, with Tamzin Outhwaite as Connie and Sarah Hadland as Fran. Directed by Guillem Morales; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director Guillem Morales
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Reece Shearsmith as Greg - Tamzin Outhwaite as Connie
- Sarah Hadland as Fran
- Steve Pemberton as Roger
Also Starring in Empty Orchestra
· 2 more- Emily Howlett Janet
- Javone Prince Duane
Empty Orchestra Plot Summary
What happens in Empty Orchestra from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Greg Reece Shearsmith, dressed in a sumo-themed fatsuit, steps into a karaoke booth and belts out The Human League’s Don’t You Want Me as the group gathers for a lighthearted celebration. Nearby, Connie Tamzin Outhwaite arrives in a bold Amy Winehouse-inspired look, the two share a quick kiss before Greg’s partner Fran Sarah Hadland, costumed as Britney Spears, swoops in and the moment shifts. The mood tightens as Roger Steve Pemberton arrives with his assistant Janet Emily Howlett; Janet, who is deaf, is dressed as Boy George, while Roger, missing a proper outfit, improvises by sliding on a clown’s nose when prompted. The occasion is Roger’s promotion, and Greg notices an envelope in Roger’s hand that lists a string of names—a detail that unsettles him.
Full summary
The whole story of Empty Orchestra, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Empty Orchestra?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Which character enters the karaoke booth dressed in a sumo‑themed fatsuit?
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Empty Orchestra FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Empty Orchestra, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Empty Orchestra?
Empty Orchestra runs 30 minutes.
When was Empty Orchestra released?
Empty Orchestra was released on March 7, 2017.
Who directed Empty Orchestra?
Empty Orchestra was directed by Guillem Morales.
More films by Guillem Morales Who is in the cast of Empty Orchestra?
Empty Orchestra stars Reece Shearsmith as Greg, Tamzin Outhwaite as Connie and Sarah Hadland as Fran, among 6 credited actors.
Does Empty Orchestra have a post-credit scene?
No. Empty Orchestra has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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