Job Description
A new character-driven stage play, Skyhook, is casting three actors for its upcoming festival production premiering at the 2026 Toronto Fringe Festival. This access-focused production explores friendship, pride, and reinvention through the unlikely bond between an aging pilot and a retired pirate at a gambling resort.
The production is seeking versatile, dynamic performers (18+, any gender) for principal roles in this non-union theatrical production. Rehearsals will take place in New York City, with performances scheduled in Toronto, Canada.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray one of the principal characters in a character-driven stage production
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Collaborate closely with the director and creative team to develop layered, compelling performances
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Participate in weekly rehearsals in NYC
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Travel internationally for festival performances in Toronto
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Perform consistently and professionally throughout the festival run
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For select roles, perform dual characters as written in the script
Roles
SKY – A pilot and top local aviator. Fatigued rule-following perfectionist. (Doubles as Dr. Claude)
HOOK – A fisher-turned pirate. Deceptive, difficult player.
KINGSLEY – A know-it-all live table dealer who moonlights as a magician. (Doubles as Drapes)
DR. CLAUDE – A dogmatic lecturer and father to Sky. (Doubled by Sky actor)
DRAPES – An authoritative table game floor supervisor to Kingsley. (Doubled by Kingsley actor)
Requirements
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Must be 18 years or older
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Open to all genders
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Strong stage acting skills and comfort with character-driven material
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Ability to rehearse in New York City
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Availability for travel and performances in Toronto, Canada
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Must be able to commit to a non-union production
Compensation Details
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Non-union production
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Actors will receive stipends (amount to be determined)
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International travel provided
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Accommodations provided during Toronto performances
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