First Folio Theatre
The Castle of Otranto
Date: tba
Time: tba
Audition Location: TBA
Pay: Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: First Folio Theatre is seeking submissions for their fall production of The Castle of Otranto, an original script by David Rice based on the Horace Walpole novel.
Seeking the following:
Non Equity females 40-50 for the role of Hippolyta
Non Equity males 40-60 for the role of Father Jerome
Non Equity males mid-to-late 20’s for the role of Theodore – must have excellent fight skills
Non Equity females early-to-mid 20’s for the role of Isabella
Non Equity males and females 20’s to 40’s for Apprentice positions (smaller servant roles and understudying)
Please email a headshot and resume (saved with YOUR NAME, as a Word doc, jpg or pdf file) to: firstfolio@firstfolio.org
Please type “Otranto Casting” in the Subject line of your email. Please indicate if you are interested in the Apprentice positions.
First Folio is converting to paperless casting, so we would prefer all submissions to be via email, if possible.
No phone calls please!
Time Commitment:Rehearsals begin Sept. 7th
Performances are Sept. 30-Nov. 1
Material to Prepare: n/a
Contact Info: Alison C. Vesely, Artistic Director
Reply to Email: firstfolio@firstfolio.org
Website: www.firstfolio.org
Audition Posted On: 7/1/2009
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre
2009/2010 Season
Date: July 14th 2009
Time: 11 AM
Audition Location: Address: Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre situated at Hubbard Street Dance Center
1147 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago IL 6067
Type / Restrictions: Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre situated at Hubbard Street Dance Center is looking for Male and Female Dancers for the 2009/2010 season.
Apprenticeship positions are also available.
Dancers must be proficient in Jazz,Modern & Ballet techniques.
Time Commitment:Rehearsal days and times include company class:
Tuesdays ,Thursdays and Fridays 10 AM- 3 PM
Occasional Sundays 1 PM- 4 PM
Contact Info: Kevin Holt and Wilfredo Rivera . Phone Number: 773-847-0305
Reply to Email: info@cerquarivera.org
Website: www.cerquarivera.org
Audition Posted On: 7/1/2009
Porchlight Music Theatre
The Fantasticks
Date: July 13 and 14
Time: 7pm to 10pm - by appointment
Audition Location: Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 W. Belmont
Pay: Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Porchlight Music Theatre Chicago announces Non-Equity auditions for THE FANTASTICKS by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt. We are seeking singers and actors of all ethnicities. Singers should prepare two songs and bring sheet music in the proper key (no fake books), an accompanist will be provided. Actors (men aged 40+ for non-singing roles) should prepare a 1 minute monologue. Non-Equity Auditions will be held July 13 and 14 from 7pm to 10pm at Theatre Building Chicago (1225 W. Belmont). Appointments will be taken at the Porchlight office beginning at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, July 6 Call 773/325-9884. Performances are at the Theatre Building from September 11 to November 15. There is pay.
Reply to Email: porchlighttheatre@yahoo.com
Audition Posted On: 7/1/2009
Studio BE
Studio BE Summer Dance Troupes
Date: July 11th
Time: Ages 10-12: 1:45-4:00pm Ages 13-17: 3:45-6:00pm
Audition Location: Studio BE
3110 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, Il, 60657
Type / Restrictions: Ages 10-17. Studio BE dance troupes are fee-based competitive team dance groups. Rehearsing Saturdays, July 18th-September 5th, summer troupe dancers get the benefit of technique training, teamwork, fun, and work ethic that is all showcased during seasonal competitions and community performances. $150 eight-week program fee. Scholarships are available.
Studio BE Dance Troupes will continue year round after the summer session.
Build. Strengthen. Grow. Contribute. Dance.
Time Commitment:Saturdays, July 18th-September 5th
Material to Prepare: Come dressed in dance attire, and bring a picture! We’d love to remember your face :)
Contact Info: Attn: Miss Tamara
Reply to Email: info@studio-be.org
Website: www.studio-be.org
Audition Posted On: 6/29/2009
Promethean Theatre Ensemble
The Last Unicorn
Time: Jul 12 10:30-2:30, Jul 13 6:30-10:30
Pay: Some pay.
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Seeking all ages, races, and types. Some roles cast.
Time Commitment:Rehearsals begin September for October opening at City Lit. Some pay.
Material to Prepare: Prepare 2 minute monologue or performance piece.
Reply to Email: auditions@prometheantheatre.org
Website: prometheantheatre.org/auditions.htm
Audition Posted On: 6/29/2009
The Drama Group
Rent
Date: July 14 and 16
Time: 7:30 - 10PM
Audition Location: Drama Group Studio, 330 W. 202nd St, Chicago Heights, IL
Equity / Non Equity:non
Type / Restrictions: Casting 10 males, 10 females. You must be at least 18 years old to audition.
Time Commitment:Rehearsal schedule is Tu and Thu from 7:30 - 10PM and Sun from 6:30-10PM. Show will be presented 10/1 - 4 and 10/8-11 at the Studio Building.
Material to Prepare: Be prepared to sing something from the show or a song of your choice. Bring sheet music in your key. Wear comfortable clothes for dance/movement. Bring a photo we may keep. If you are auditioning for Angel, please come in full costume/drag
Website: www.dramagroup.org
Audition Posted On: 6/29/2009
Village Players Performing Arts Center
You Can't Take It With You
Date: Saturday 8/1/09 (11–1pm) and Monday 8/3/09 (7-9pm) by appointment
Audition Location: 1010 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois
Pay: Stipend of $100
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Auditions at Village Players Theatre in Oak Park, IL for 7 female actors [20’s to 60’s] and 12 male actors [20’s and up] for YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU by Kaufman and Hart. All roles available, particularly looking for 2 African-American actors for the roles of Rheba and Donald. Jack Hickey, directing. Auditions: Saturday 8/1/09 (11–1pm) and Monday 8/3/09 (7-9pm) by appointment, call 708.524.1892. Prepare one comic monologue not to exceed 1-1/2 min. Bring headshot and resume. Strongly encourage new and returning theatre artists. Performances: 10/16/09 –11/22/09. There is some pay. www.village-players.org.
Time Commitment:Performances: 10/16/09 –11/22/09
Material to Prepare: Prepare one comic monologue not to exceed 1-1/2 min. Bring headshot and resume.
Contact Info: call for appointment at 708.524.1892
Website: www.village-players.org
Audition Posted On: 6/28/2009
Chemically Imbalanced Comedy
High Noon Texas Sheen
Date: Monday July 6 6pm-10pm and Sunday July 12 10am-4pm
Time: Mon 6-10pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Audition Location: 1420 W Irving Park
Chicago, IL 60613
Pay: No Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: LILLY LAWSON/NARRATOR (F 20s) – Actress plays two characters. LILLY is the dutiful, nurturing daughter of Jud. Soft-spoken, grounded and innocent, she carries the sorrow of her mother’s recent death. She’s beautiful and completely unaware of her beauty. NARRATOR is a scorned lover enjoying the romance novel – enthralled and clearly escaping from reality. She is the most dramatic of all the characters.
ELROY McSHEEN (M 20s) – WWII Veteran, sent home early from the war. Tall and handsome. Quietly mysterious with a commanding presence. Moves with purpose and confidence. Aware of everything going on around him at all times.
JUD LAWSON (M 40s+) - Patriarch. Smiley disposition, but a dark man. Jud often has ulterior motives. Confident and judgmental. Protective of his family.
MANDRIN LAWSON (F 30s+) – Slow but charming. Loud and honest to a fault. If she lived in present day, she would probably be considered mentally handicapped.
SLAUGHTER (M 20-40) – Ranch hand/Cattle butcher. Jud’s right hand man. Quiet, suspicious, and loyal to Jud in every way.
Time Commitment:Rehearsals begin on 7/20 (generally M-F 6pm-10pm, some Saturdays).
Show opens on 8/21 and runs 6 weeks Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 5pm.
Material to Prepare: Auditions: Please prepare a 2 minute comedic monologue. Monday July 6th 6-10pm and Sunday July 12th 10am – 4pm. Please submit P/R for an audition time to auditions@cicomedy.com Chemically Imbalanced Theater (1420 W. Irving Park Road).
Contact Info: auditions@cicomedy.com
Reply to Email: auditions@cicomedy.com
Website: www.cicomedy.com
Audition Posted On: 6/26/2009
Noble Fool Theatricals
Married Alive
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Audition Location: Noble Fool Theatricals-Mainstage
Please submit H/F to casting@noblefool.org
Pay: Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non
Type / Restrictions: Seeking one male understudy to cover two roles in "Married Alive"
MARRIED ALIVE! is a funny and touching new musical that looks in on two married couples, one newlywed and one oldywed. The production focuses on the trials, joys, triumphs and defeats that are found in contemporary marriage. It's fast paced and at times sharp, but always affectionate. From babies to empty nests, job stress to domestic bliss, four actors and two pianos comprise the evening's entertainment
Character breakdown (all roles are available):
[PAUL]—mid 20s to early 30s. He is a masculine, attractive newly married man-in every way a guy’s guy. Must have exceptional comic instincts and creativity. His inability to communicate is a source of frustration for Erin, but we discover that still waters run deep. Must be a confident and versatile singer - Tenor/High Baritone. He has the infectious warmth, humor and ability to balance comedy and drama. Think Tom Hanks in a musical!
[RON]—40s-50s, High Baritone to F. He is an intelligent everyman-a guy’s guy. Smart, cynical and sentimental all at once. He and Diane have more of the “journey” of the show and must be people that we invest in personally, identify with. He has some of the darker humor in the show, both subtle and broad.
Time Commitment:Rehearsal and performance dates:
July 27, --October 31
(Thurs & Fri @ 8:00 PM, Sat @ 5:00 PM & 8:30 PM, Sun @ 2:00 PM)
Contact Info: MARRIED ALIVE Casting
Reply to Email: casting@noblefool.org
Website: www.noblefool.org
Audition Posted On: 6/25/2009
Polarity Ensemble Theatre
A Streetcar Named Desire
Date: Mon, July 20th and Tue, July 21st, 2009. Callbacks will be held Sun July 26th, 2009 from 4-10 p.m.
Time: 7 - 10 p.m.
Audition Location: The Mercury Theatre, 3745 N. Southport
Pay: There is pay.
Equity / Non Equity:Non Equity
Type / Restrictions: All roles are open except the role of Blanche. Specifically seeking an actor/violinist, preferably an African American female.
Material to Prepare: Prepare a 2 min monologue from a Modern American Playwright, Tennessee Williams preferred. To request an audition email h/r to castingpet@gmail.com.
Reply to Email: castingpet@gmail.com
Audition Posted On: 6/24/2009
Piccolo Theatre
General Auditons
Date: Sunday July 12th w/ Callbacks taking place on Monday July 13th @ 7:00
Time: Sunday 11am-3pm
Audition Location: Evanston Arts Depot- Home of Piccolo Theatre 600 Main St Evanston IL 60202 ( Main Street- Purple Line, just two stops North of Howard Red Line) detailed directions can be found at www.piccolotheare.com click on "Maps and Directions"
Pay: Some Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Time Commitment:Black Comedy and White Lies by Peter Shaffer Directed by Peter Sullivan- Rehearses begin August 1st, Opening Sept 18 running to Oct 31st.
Perseus and Medusa, or It's All Greek to Me! an Original Holiday Panto by Jessica Puller Directed by Brianna Sloane and Glenn Proud Rehearsals being Sept 14th, Opening Nov 20th running to Dec 19th.
Material to Prepare: 2 Comedic Monologues (not to exceed over 2.5 minutes) and 2 H/R's.
Contact Info: Please email Glenn Proud to set up Audition Time Slot
Reply to Email: glenn.proud3@gmail.com
Website: www.piccolotheatre.com
Audition Posted On: 6/24/2009
Jedlicka Performing Arts Center
The Boys Next Door
Date: Sunday, July 19th and Monday, July 20th
Time: 2-5pm on the Sunday, 7-10pm on the Monday
Audition Location: Jedlicka Performing Arts Center. 3801 South Central Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804
Pay: Some Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Eq.
Type / Restrictions: Arnold Wiggins - 20 to 45
A manic, nervous man whose disability hampers his otherwise capable mind.
Lucien P. Smith - 35 to 50
An African-American who functions slowly at about a third-grade level, empathetic.
Norman Bulansky - 20 to 40
An overweight developmentally disabled man who holds down a job at a doughnut shop.
Barry Klemper - 35+
A high-functioning schizophrenic who has been in and out of institutions, resourceful, fragile.
Jack - 30 to 45
A wry man who supervises the residents of the group apartment.
Sheila - 20 to 40
A high-functioning woman whose mental disabilities don't preclude her falling in love.
Mr. Klemper - 50 to 65
A coarse, unshaven, explosive man, Barry's elusive father.
Mrs. Fremus* - 35+
A widow who lives next door, motherly.
Mrs. Warren* - 35+
A new neighbor, cheerful.
Clara* - 35+
A woman with mental challenges.
Mr. Hedges* - 35+
A congenial gentleman whose patience only goes so far.
Mr. Corbin* - 35+
The movie theater manager, pleasant, caring.
Senator Clark* - 35+
A dignified public servant.
Time Commitment:Rehearses Mon-Thur nights and Sundays afternoon/evenings. Opens Sept 11 and runs 8 shows through Sept 26th. Fri and Sat nights 7:30 shows, Sunday mats at 3pm.
Material to Prepare: 2-minute contemporary monologue.
Contact Info: Kristen Bryan
Reply to Email: info@jpactheatre.com
Website: www.jpactheatre.com
Audition Posted On: 6/24/2009
Silk Road Theatre Project
Silk Road Cabaret
Date: July 19 & 20
Time: 6 - 10pm
Audition Location: Silk Road Theatre Project at The Historic Chicago Temple Building
77 W. Washington St., Pierce Hall (lower level)
Chicago
Pay: Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Non-Equity singers/performers of Asian and Middle Eastern backgrounds.
SILK ROAD CABARET: BROADWAY SINGS THE SILK ROAD is Conceived and Curated by Jamil Khoury, Directed by Rick Dildine, with Musical Direction by Gary Powell.
Time Commitment:Workshop and rehearsals begin September 21. Workshop will occur over four weekday evenings spread over 2 weeks (Monday and Tuesday evenings), followed by 12 rehearsals (weekday evenings and weekend afternoons), followed by 12 performances running October 21 – November 1 (Wednesdays - Sundays).
Material to Prepare: Auditioners are asked to prepare 32 bars of two contrasting musical theatre pieces and be prepared to tell a funny personal story. Be sure and bring sheet music in your key. To schedule an audition, please email us your headshot and resume.
Reply to Email: casting.srtp@gmail.com
Website: www.srtp.org
Audition Posted On: 6/17/2009
Mayor's Office of Special Events
Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
Type / Restrictions: The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival is quickly approaching this summer. If you are not already familiar, this event is every Tuesday evening beginning July 14 through August 25. In preparation for this festival, the Mayor's Office of Special Events is recruiting actors to perform select scenes from the seven movies (listed below) being shown this year. The performance should be no longer than five minutes. The scenes will be performed at Daley Plaza, July 7 at Noon. We will provide the stage, microphones and the sound system.
In return for your performance, you may distribute any promotional material for yourself or your theatre on Daley Plaza AND you will receive (2) tickets to your choice of a headlining show at Taste of Chicago or VIP tickets to the Air & Water show. Plus, you get the unique opportunity to perform on stage at Daley Plaza!
2009 Chicago Outdoor Film Festival Movie Line-Up:
Sunset Blvd.,
Duck Soup,
Cat on a Hat Tin Roof,
Born Yesterday,
Psycho,
Young Mr. Lincoln (already selected),
Tootsie
Time Commitment:The performance is on July 7, so you would need to be available from 11:30am-1:30pm (approximately) on Daley Plaza. Additionally, you either need to send a recording of what you intend to perform or stop by our office in City Hall, Room 806 at your convenience during the week of 6/22 (Please note: entire group needs to be present)
Material to Prepare: Here's what you need to do if you're interested:
1. Form a small group of actors.
2. E-mail or call (contact information below) your first three choices of movies that you would most want to perform. We will assign the movies based on the order in which they come in. Also, please send the names and contact information of people in your group.
3. Prepare a comedic performance. (This could be two of three scenes, one famous scene or some combination. You can do your own interpretation of the movie, use props, sing, etc. The creative process is up to you but please keep it clean.)
Contact Info: Kaitlin Wieners
Reply to Email: kaitlin.wieners@cityofchicago.org
Audition Posted On: 6/17/2009
Steep Theatre Company
General Files
Pay: No Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Steep Theatre Company is updating their headshot files. Please mail your headshot/resume to Steep Theatre, 1115 W. Berwyn, Chicago, IL, 60613, Attn: Casting. Seeking all types. If you've mailed us a headshot in the past eight months, no need to resubmit.
Reply to Email: steeptheatre@gmail.com
Website: www.steeptheatre.com
Audition Posted On: 6/16/2009
Village Players Performing Arts Center
Theatre of Souls
Date: Tuesday 7/14 (6–9pm) and Wednesday 7/15 (7-9pm) by appointment, call 708.524.1892
Audition Location: 1010 W. Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60304
Pay: No pay for blackbox space
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Oak Park Village Players seeks three men and three women for original Halloween production; Eilleen Tull directing. Prepare 1-minute contemporary monologue conveying attitude of foreboding and fear. Tuesday 7/14 (6–9pm) and Wednesday 7/15 (7-9pm) by appointment, call 708.524.1892. Callbacks Saturday 7/18. Artists with a particular interest in the holiday encouraged. www.village-players.org
Time Commitment:Reheasals starting late August, performance from October 16th through October 31st
Material to Prepare: Prepare 1-minute contemporary monologue conveying attitude of foreboding and fear.
Contact Info: Audition Scheduling, call for appointment at 708.524.1892
Reply to Email: no
Website: www.village-players.org
Audition Posted On: 6/16/2009
City Lit Theater
Macbeth
Audition Location: City Lit Theater
1020 W. Bryn Mawr
Chicago, IL 60660
Pay: small per-show stipend
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Directed by Susan Hart - Seeking women 30 and over, must be strong singers, the ability to read sheet music a plus. Seeking men of various ages. And seeking one boy, 9 – 13. For everyone, good verse speaking skills a plus. Auditions will be various dates in mid and late July. For consideration, please submit a headshot and resume to Casting, City Lit Theater, 1020 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60660.
Time Commitment:Previews begin on Jan 15, the show opens Jan 19 and closes Feb. 21. The show will begin rehearsals in mid-November and will rehearse weekday evenings and weekend days.
Material to Prepare: If scheduled, we will notify you as to what to prepare.
Website: www.citylit.org
Audition Posted On: 6/11/2009
TYA at Apple Tree Theatre
Number the Stars
Date: Monday, July 27
Time: Auditions by appointment on Monday, July 27, 6:30-10:30pm. Callbacks by invitation on Tuesday, July 28, 7-10pm.
Audition Location: Apple Tree Theatre, 1850 Green Bay Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
Pay: Pay; rehearsal stipend and pay per performance
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Seeking adult actors and actresses 18+ for the roles of ten-year old Annemarie Johansen and Ellen Rosen, 20-year old Peter Neilsen, Mrs. Johansen, Mr. Johansen, Uncle Henrik, and Nazi Soldier. Those auditioning for Annemarie and Ellen should be youthful in appearance. The play is based on the book by Lois Lowry which can be found at local libraries and bookstores. Synopsis and character descriptions are easily accessible online. Directed by Chelsea M. Marcantel. If you auditioned at the 2009 NE Unified Generals at Piven or performed in the 2009 U of I, VCU, Northwestern or DePaul Senior Showcases, please make a note of that in your e-mail submission.
Time Commitment:Those auditioning should be available for: Weekday evening and weekend rehearsals in Highland Park beginning September 14. Weekday daytime performances in Highland Park, St. Charles, Lake Forest and Chicago from October 13-30. Weekend daytime performances in Highland Park and Lake Forest on October 17 and 18.
Material to Prepare: Please prepare 2 contrasting monologues, 1-minute each. Bring a H/R and be prepared to list any conflicts for September 14 - October 30.
Contact Info: Shelley Nixon
Reply to Email: Submit H/R to snixon@appletreetheatre.com with NUMBER THE STARS CASTING in the subject line. List any times you are NOT available on July 27.
Website: www.appletreetheatre.com
Audition Posted On: 6/10/2009
Big Noise Theatre in collaboration with Ouroboros Theatre Company
RENT
Date: July 7 & 9 Winnetka Community House July 12 Sheil Park (by appointment)
Time: July 7 & 9 in Winnetka from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., July 12 11 - 2 p.m. in Chicago
Audition Location: July 7 & 9 Winnetka Community House - no appointments needed
620 Lincoln Avenue, Winnetka
July 12 Sheil Park - by appointment only
3505 N. Southport Ave., Chicago
Pay: $100 stipend to principal characters provided by Ouroboros Theatre Company
Equity / Non Equity:Non-Equity
Type / Restrictions: Seeking 18 culturally diverse actors/singers/dancers, ages 18-early 30's, who can sing rock and pop. Casting is flexible as far as type. 8 leads (5 men, 3 women)
5 female ensemble/ 5 male ensemble
Time Commitment:Rehearsals usually 4 nights per week beginning July 20. Rehearsals will be split between locations on the Northside of Chicago, Winnetka, and the performance space in Des Plaines.
Performances are at Prairie Lakes Theatre, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines on from September 25 - October 18, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. except for September 27 at 1 p.m.
Material to Prepare: Prepare:
32 bars each of 2 contrasting songs, in the style of the show. Pop/Rock songs are encouraged, but standard musical theatre tunes will work if they show off your range and ability. Be dressed to dance.
Contact Info: To schedule a Chicago audition contact Director, Scott J. Sumerak at scott @ouroborostheatre.com, or by phone @ (773) 859-0610
Website: www.ouroborostheatre.com/auditions.html
Audition Posted On: 6/10/2009
Noble Fool Theatricals
PLAID TIDINGS
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Time: 10 AM-6 PM
Audition Location: Noble Fool Theatricals Mainstage
at Pheasant Run Resort
4051 East Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
By submission only
Pay: Pay
Equity / Non Equity:Both
Type / Restrictions: Francis: The leader of the Group (Second Tenor-Lyric Baritone)
Sparky: The clown/jokester (Baritone)
Jinx: The shy one (tenor)
Smudge: The worrier (Bass)
Age range: 20s-30s.
Time Commitment:Late October-December 2009
Must be available for entire run
Material to Prepare: Please send Headshot and resume to
casting@noblefool.org Or mail to
Plaid Casting
Noble Fool Theatricals
4052 East Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
No Phone Calls Please.
Contact Info: Plaid Casting
Reply to Email: casting@noblefool.org
Website: www.noblefool.org
Audition Posted On: 6/8/2009
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