Job Description
The Dinner Detective, America’s largest murder mystery dinner show, is seeking performers for paid acting opportunities. The production is looking for actors, improvisers, performers, and stand-up comedians to join its touring entertainment company. Selected talent will participate in interactive live performances that combine comedy, improvisation, and mystery entertainment for audiences.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in live murder mystery dinner theater productions.
- Interact with audience members in an engaging and entertaining manner.
- Improvise and adapt to live performance situations.
- Portray a variety of characters throughout the show.
- Collaborate with fellow performers and production staff.
- Attend rehearsals and scheduled performances as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Actors, performers, improvisers, and stand-up comedians are encouraged to apply.
- Strong improvisational and comedic skills preferred.
- Especially seeking performers who can portray characters age 35 and older.
- All ethnicities are encouraged to audition.
- Must submit a recent photo and résumé for consideration.
Compensation Details
- All roles are paid.
- Flexible scheduling based on performer availability.
- Additional pay details will be provided to selected applicants.
Location
Performance opportunities available in:
- Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Perform as superhero characters at children’s parties and special events.
- Interact with children and families in an energetic and engaging manner.
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- Stay in character while participating in event activities.
- Follow event schedules and performance guidelines.
- Represent the entertainment team professionally at each event.
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- Must enjoy working with children.
- Kind, energetic, dependable, and outgoing personality.
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray pickleball players during live event filming.
- Play pickleball naturally while on camera.
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- Be available for the complete shooting schedule.
Requirements
- Men and women with pickleball playing experience.
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- Non-union talent.
- Include your contact information and pickleball experience when applying.
Compensation
- $350 per day.
- 8-hour filming day.
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray basketball players during live event filming.
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