Millennium Forum

Actors for Stage Play “The Body of Bobby”

Job Description

A new stage production is seeking talented performers for a character-driven play exploring themes of grief, identity, family, friendship, and personal growth. This theater casting opportunity is looking for Northern Ireland-based actors capable of delivering emotionally rich performances while balancing humor, vulnerability, and intensity. The production features a dynamic ensemble of complex characters and offers performers the chance to be part of a world-premiere theatrical production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a live stage production
• Portray emotionally layered and character-driven roles
• Attend rehearsals and production meetings as scheduled
• Collaborate closely with the director and cast
• Deliver consistent and engaging performances during live shows
• Contribute to the ensemble storytelling of the production

Requirements

• Must be based in Northern Ireland
• Strong acting and stage performance skills
• Experience with character-driven storytelling preferred
• Ability to portray complex emotional themes
• Must be at least 17 years old
• Comfortable performing in a live theater environment
• Ability to perform a Derry accent is preferred

Roles

• Conor Doherty – Playing age 14–17. A charismatic teenage leader struggling with grief, identity, and the legacy of his father.
• Marie Doherty – Late 30s. A fiercely protective mother balancing love, loss, and fear for her son’s future.
• Brendan Doherty – 30s. A witty and charismatic father whose past continues to influence those around him.
• Patsy – Playing age 14–17. A loyal and humorous friend who masks insecurity behind confidence and banter.
• Jitters – Playing age 14–17. An anxious but kind-hearted outsider with unexpected wisdom.
• Fiona – Playing age 14–17. An intelligent and determined young woman driven by conviction and a desire to make her voice heard.

Compensation

• Paid theater performance opportunity
• Professional stage production experience
• Opportunity to perform in a world-premiere play
• Exposure to theater industry professionals
• Collaborative experience with an established creative team