Casting Call: School Consent Play
Job Description: Odd Arts is seeking dynamic young actors for an upcoming theatrical production focused on the important subject of school consent. This project aims to provide a creative and engaging perspective on consent, fostering awareness and dialogue among school-age audiences. We are looking for individuals who can portray characters between the ages of 12 and 15. This play will require actors to perform in scenarios that may involve sensitive topics, therefore, a mature understanding and respectful approach to the subject matter is essential.
Job Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with the director and fellow actors to bring the script to life.
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Participate in all rehearsals and perform in scheduled shows.
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Engage with physical theatre techniques to express emotions and narratives without relying solely on dialogue.
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Represent the production with professionalism during all public interactions.
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Provide feedback and creative input during the development of the play.
Requirements:
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Must have a playing age of 12-15 years.
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Comfortable with or have an interest in elements of movement and physical theatre.
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Ability to memorize lines and directions quickly and accurately.
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Openness to discuss and perform in plays dealing with sensitive topics.
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Previous acting experience is desirable but not mandatory.
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Must be available for all rehearsal dates and the performance schedule.
Compensation:
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Competitive fee, commensurate with experience and role.
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Possible travel stipend for those traveling from outside the immediate area of the theatre.
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Exposure in a professional theatre environment with the potential for further opportunities.
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London Casting Call for Theatre Actors – Black Beth R&D
Job Description
A new play titled Black Beth by Cheryl May Ndione is casting actors for a week-long Research & Development (R&D) process at the Arcola Theatre in London. This bold, meta-theatrical drama explores themes of race, authorship, and power within a rehearsal room staging a play about slavery. The project offers a collaborative environment for actors interested in developing new work.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a week-long R&D workshop process
- Perform in script-in-hand readings and development sessions
- Collaborate with the creative team to shape the production
- Contribute to a work-in-progress performance
Roles Available
- Beth: Black female, playing age early 20s (also plays Producer of Rum and Red)
- Wunmi: Black female, playing age late 20s (Actor in Rum and Red)
- Isabel: White female, playing age early 20s (Lead Actor and Director of Rum and Red)
- Dalton: Black male, playing age mid-20s (Actor in Rum and Red)
- Thomas: White male, playing age mid-20s (Actor and Set Designer of Rum and Red)
Requirements
- Actors passionate about new writing and collaborative theatre-making
- Strong performance skills and adaptability
- Interest in socially driven and thought-provoking material
- Availability for all scheduled R&D dates
Compensation
- Low-funded R&D (profit share model)