Job Description
The Argyle Children’s Theatre is casting a male-identifying performer for the role of The Royal Herald in its professional non-union production of Sleeping Beauty. This character serves as the court announcer, bringing elegance, presence, and vocal authority to the stage. It’s an ideal role for a charismatic actor with strong physicality and stage voice.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray The Royal Herald with commanding presence and precise vocal delivery
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Perform ceremonial court scenes with grace and theatrical flair
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Work collaboratively with cast and creative team during rehearsals
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Participate in a full schedule of rehearsals and live performances
Requirements
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Male-identifying, 18+
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Non-union
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Strong vocal projection and expressive body language
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Must be local to Babylon, NY or have local housing
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 held weekdays, 10 AM – 3 PM in West Islip, NY
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Performances on Saturday/Sunday mornings and select weekday mornings
Compensation
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Stipend paid per rehearsal and performance day
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Transportation and housing not included
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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