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Actor Casting Call for Theater Festival Short Play

Job Description
A production team is casting performers for a short play titled Safe Places: An Odyssey of Therapy as part of the New York Theater Festival Summer Fest. This non-union production will feature a 30-minute absurdist comedy exploring the complexities of family life, therapy, and personal growth. Selected actors will participate in rehearsals and live performances as part of the theater festival, with opportunities to be seen by scouts and industry professionals attending the event.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a live theatrical production as part of the New York Theater Festival Summer Fest.

  • Rehearse with the production team to prepare for scheduled performances.

  • Interpret and perform comedic and character-driven material in a stage environment.

  • Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the script and characters to life.

  • Deliver engaging performances in front of live festival audiences.

Role Available

  • Dr. Kolt / Luna – Ages 30–50. A slow-speaking, unnervingly calm therapist whose behavior blurs the line between deep spiritual awareness and uncomfortable impropriety. The character communicates heavily through physical proximity and subtle physical actions. Requires strong physical comedy skills and the ability to portray contrasting emotional states, including calm stillness and sudden hysteria. The role also doubles as Luna, David’s young daughter.

Requirements

  • Actors aged 30–50.

  • Strong comedic timing and physical performance ability.

  • Comfortable performing in a stage production environment.

  • Ability to portray multiple emotional tones and physical performance styles.

  • Availability for rehearsals and performances during the festival schedule.

Compensation

  • Non-union production.

  • No monetary compensation.

  • Actor profile will be placed in the New York Theater Festival database for scouts and industry professionals.

  • Opportunity to perform in front of audiences and industry attendees.

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Child Performers for The Sound of Music Broadway Production

Job Description

The Broadway production of The Sound of Music is holding an open submission call for talented children to portray members of the von Trapp family. This Broadway casting opportunity is seeking young performers for the roles of Friedrich, Louisa, Kurt, Brigitta, Marta, and Gretl von Trapp. Selected performers will have the opportunity to bring these beloved characters to life in a professional Broadway production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray one of the von Trapp children in The Sound of Music on Broadway.
  • Perform scripted scenes, musical numbers, and assigned stage material.
  • Participate in rehearsals and professional Broadway performances.
  • Follow direction from the creative, music, and production teams.
  • Maintain strong character work and consistent performances throughout the production.

Requirements

  • Seeking child performers.
  • Strong acting and performance abilities.
  • Singing and musical theatre skills appropriate for a Broadway production.
  • Must be considered for one of the following roles: Friedrich von Trapp, Louisa von Trapp, Kurt von Trapp, Brigitta von Trapp, Marta von Trapp, or Gretl von Trapp.
  • Comfortable performing in a professional theatrical environment.

Compensation

  • This is a paid professional Broadway opportunity.
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Triple-Threat Performers for Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir Live Stage Show

Job Description

A live stage production of Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Live Stage Spectacular is seeking talented triple-threat performers for an international touring production. This professional stage casting opportunity is looking for versatile actors, singers, and dancers, along with specialty artists, who can bring high-energy characters and dynamic performances to audiences around the world.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as part of a professional live stage production.
  • Combine acting, singing, and dancing throughout live performances.
  • Learn and execute choreography, staging, and character direction.
  • Participate in rehearsals in Montreal before the tour.
  • Travel internationally as part of the touring production.
  • Maintain strong performance quality throughout rehearsals and live shows.

Requirements

  • Strong acting, singing, and dancing abilities.
  • Triple-threat performers are encouraged to apply.
  • Specialty performers, including aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists, are encouraged.
  • Must be available for rehearsals in Montreal from January through February 2027.
  • Must be available for international touring beginning February 2027.
  • Comfortable performing in a large-scale live stage production.

Compensation

  • This is a paid professional performance opportunity.
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Triple-Threat Performers Casting Call for International Live Stage Production

Job Description

An international live stage production based on Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir is casting talented triple-threat performers for an upcoming professional theatrical spectacular. The production is seeking actors, singers, and dancers who can combine strong performance skills with dynamic stage presence. Specialty performers, including aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists, are also encouraged to apply. Rehearsals will take place in Montreal before the production launches an international tour.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a professional international live stage production
  • Combine acting, singing, and dancing during live performances
  • Learn and execute choreography, musical material, and scripted scenes
  • Bring strong character work, energy, and stage presence to performances
  • Participate in rehearsals in Montreal
  • Travel internationally as part of the touring production
  • Follow direction from the creative, choreography, and production teams
  • Specialty performers may perform aerial, skateboarding, or straps sequences

Requirements

  • Strong acting, singing, and dancing abilities
  • Confident live stage presence and performance skills
  • Triple-threat performers encouraged to apply
  • Aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists are also encouraged
  • Must be available for rehearsals in Montreal
  • Must be available for an international touring production
  • Comfortable working in a professional theatrical environment
  • Able to collaborate effectively with cast, creative teams, and crew

Compensation

  • Paid professional engagement
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Job Description

The Fire Island Theater Festival 2026 is casting an actor for the staged reading of “Thursdays Come at Morning,” presented at The Ice Palace in Cherry Grove, New York. The production is seeking an actor to portray Sam, a gay Hapa (Asian/White) man in his 60s who is warm and cheerful while navigating heartbreak and grief. The story follows two Asian American men in their 60s who meet unexpectedly at a Honolulu cemetery and connect through their experiences with caregiving, love, and loss.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character of Sam in a professional staged reading.
  • Collaborate with the director, writers, cast, and creative team.
  • Bring emotional depth and authenticity to the character and story.

Requirements

  • Actor able to portray a man in his 60s.
  • Hapa (Asian/White).
  • Gay.
  • Suitable for a character described as warm, cheerful, and heartbroken.

Compensation

$200 stipend plus travel and shared accommodations.

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Job Description

Whitley Theatrical is accepting virtual submissions for San Diego-based performers for the ensemble of GRIM, a new musical comedy premiering at La Jolla Playhouse. The production is seeking an excellent vocalist who is also a very strong mover to portray a range of characters throughout the musical.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as part of the ensemble in the new musical GRIM.
  • Portray a range of characters throughout the production.
  • Perform featured ensemble material as assigned.
  • Demonstrate strong vocal and movement abilities.

Requirements

  • Male or nonbinary-identifying performers.
  • Ages 20–50.
  • All ethnicities.
  • Must be an excellent tenor, baritone, or bass vocalist.
  • Must be a very strong mover.

Compensation

  • AEA LORT B+ rate.

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04-11-2026

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