“Mr. Puppy” The Musical Casting Call for Standbys

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:

• Perform in a live outdoor production of Julius Caesar

• Memorize and deliver Shakespearean text with clarity and confidence

• Participate in rehearsals and collaborate with the ensemble

• Adapt performance for an outdoor setting without amplification

• Potentially double in multiple roles

Requirements:

• Equity and non-equity actors

• Open to all genders and backgrounds

• Strong vocal projection and command of Shakespearean language

• Ability to perform outdoors

• Submit a 1–2 minute Shakespearean monologue

• Include headshot and resume

• If applicable, submit a video of musical instrument performance

Available Roles:

• Brutus – Noble, idealistic, conflicted

• Cassius – Passionate, intellectual, political

• Mark Antony – Charismatic, strategic

• Julius Caesar – Grand, commanding presence

• Casca – Wry, sharp, comedic instincts

• Portia – Willful, incisive, emotionally complex

• Octavius – Strategic, unsentimental

• Decius – Perceptive, improvisational

• Cicero – Stately, authoritative

• Conspirators, Generals, Plebeians, Soldiers

Compensation:

• $2,000 stipend

• Live theater credit

• Professional outdoor Shakespeare experience

Live Performers for International Theme Park Show

Job Description
A world-class theme park production is casting high-energy live performers to join an international entertainment team. This opportunity includes daily shows, parades, pop-ups, and special events in a large-scale, professional performance environment. Performers will be part of visually dynamic, character-driven productions designed for global audiences, with strong opportunities for artistic growth and international collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in live stage shows, parades, and special events

• Bring high energy, character, and physical performance to each show

• Work collaboratively with an international cast and creative team

• Maintain performance quality across multiple daily shows

• Represent animated, cartoon-style, or comedic characters as assigned

Requirements

• Open positions include:

  • Dancers

  • Petite female WAC performers (approx. height 156–160 cm)

  • Comedic actor

• Strong performance ability and stage presence

• Ability to perform multiple shows per day

• Comfortable with character-based and high-energy performances

• Professional attitude and flexibility during holidays and peak seasons

Compensation

• Paid live performance roles

• Competitive rates based on role and experience

• Regular performance schedule with one day off per week

• International professional experience and career growth opportunities

Theatre Actor Audition Casting Call

Job Description
A professional outdoor theatre production is holding in-person auditions for an upcoming staging of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as part of a Shakespeare in the Park season. This opportunity is open to actors interested in performing classical theatre in a live, outdoor setting and collaborating with an experienced creative team for a summer production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a role in a full-scale Shakespeare in the Park production

• Attend rehearsals and performances as scheduled

• Deliver clear, expressive performances of classical text

• Collaborate with directors, cast, and production staff

• Maintain professionalism throughout rehearsals and live shows

Requirements

• Actors of all backgrounds encouraged to apply

• Comfortable performing Shakespearean language

• Available for in-person auditions

• Strong stage presence and ensemble mindset

Compensation

• Paid theatre roles (rates vary by role and contract)

Theatre Actor Casting Call

Job Description
A professional theatre company is seeking non-Equity actors for its upcoming summer and fall season productions. This casting opportunity is open to performers with strong classical training, expressive range, and a passion for live theatre. The season includes multiple stage productions spanning comedy, drama, and heightened text, with a commitment to inclusive and equal-opportunity casting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in rehearsals and live theatrical productions

• Interpret classical and contemporary text with clarity and depth

• Collaborate with directors, cast members, and creative teams

• Maintain professionalism throughout rehearsals and performances

• Contribute to an inclusive, ensemble-driven theatre environment

Requirements

• Non-Equity actors

• Strong acting skills with comfort performing classical material

• Prepared to present a Shakespearean or classical monologue

• Singing, musical instruments, or movement skills are a plus

• Open to actors of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences

• Commitment to inclusive and equal-opportunity casting

Compensation

• Paid non-Equity theatre contracts (rates vary by role and production)