Female-Identifying Actor for Lead Role “Princess Melisande”
Job Description
The Argyle Children’s Theatre is casting for the lead role of Princess Melisande, the title character of Sleeping Beauty. This female-identifying role requires a performer who can bring youthful warmth, elegance, and emotional depth to the daughter of the King and Queen. A graceful presence and strong character portrayal are key for this professional non-union production.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Princess Melisande, a loving and regal young woman with charm and innocence
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Lead the story arc as the sleeping princess with courtly poise
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Rehearse and perform consistently with professionalism
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Collaborate with cast, choreographers, and creative team to deliver a standout lead performance
Requirements
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Female-identifying, age 18+
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Non-union
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Strong stage presence, expressive acting, and graceful movement
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Must be a local hire or have local housing in the Babylon, NY area
Rehearsals & Performances
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Rehearsals: June 23 – July 18, 2025
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Performances: July 19 – August 31, 2025
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Rehearsals run weekdays 10 AM – 3 PM in West Islip, NY
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Shows scheduled on Saturday and Sunday mornings, with some weekday mornings
Compensation
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Stipend provided per rehearsal and performance day
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Transportation and housing not included
Related jobs:
Julius Caesar Stage Production Casting Call
Job Description:
A Brooklyn outdoor theater production is now casting equity and non-equity actors for Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. This Shakespeare casting call is open to performers of all genders, with most tracks involving doubling. The production will take place in Carroll Park and is seeking bold, vocally strong actors ready to perform in an outdoor environment without sound amplification.
This is a paid theater opportunity offering a stipend for the showcase run. Actors with classical training, strong text clarity, and musical abilities are encouraged to submit.
Job Responsibilities:
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Perform in a live outdoor production of Julius Caesar
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Memorize and deliver Shakespearean text with clarity and confidence
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Participate in rehearsals and collaborate with the ensemble
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Adapt performance for an outdoor setting without amplification
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Potentially double in multiple roles
Requirements:
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Equity and non-equity actors
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Open to all genders and backgrounds
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Strong vocal projection and command of Shakespearean language
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Ability to perform outdoors
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Submit a 1–2 minute Shakespearean monologue
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Include headshot and resume
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If applicable, submit a video of musical instrument performance
Available Roles:
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Brutus – Noble, idealistic, conflicted
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Cassius – Passionate, intellectual, political
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Mark Antony – Charismatic, strategic
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Julius Caesar – Grand, commanding presence
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Casca – Wry, sharp, comedic instincts
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Portia – Willful, incisive, emotionally complex
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Octavius – Strategic, unsentimental
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Decius – Perceptive, improvisational
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Cicero – Stately, authoritative
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Conspirators, Generals, Plebeians, Soldiers
Compensation:
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$2,000 stipend
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Live theater credit
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Professional outdoor Shakespeare experience