Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Child Performers for The Sound of Music Broadway Production

Job Description

The Broadway production of The Sound of Music is holding an open submission call for talented children to portray members of the von Trapp family. This Broadway casting opportunity is seeking young performers for the roles of Friedrich, Louisa, Kurt, Brigitta, Marta, and Gretl von Trapp. Selected performers will have the opportunity to bring these beloved characters to life in a professional Broadway production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the von Trapp children in The Sound of Music on Broadway.
• Perform scripted scenes, musical numbers, and assigned stage material.
• Participate in rehearsals and professional Broadway performances.
• Follow direction from the creative, music, and production teams.
• Maintain strong character work and consistent performances throughout the production.

Requirements

• Seeking child performers.
• Strong acting and performance abilities.
• Singing and musical theatre skills appropriate for a Broadway production.
• Must be considered for one of the following roles: Friedrich von Trapp, Louisa von Trapp, Kurt von Trapp, Brigitta von Trapp, Marta von Trapp, or Gretl von Trapp.
• Comfortable performing in a professional theatrical environment.

Compensation

• This is a paid professional Broadway opportunity.

Triple-Threat Performers for Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir Live Stage Show

Job Description

A live stage production of Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Live Stage Spectacular is seeking talented triple-threat performers for an international touring production. This professional stage casting opportunity is looking for versatile actors, singers, and dancers, along with specialty artists, who can bring high-energy characters and dynamic performances to audiences around the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a professional live stage production.
• Combine acting, singing, and dancing throughout live performances.
• Learn and execute choreography, staging, and character direction.
• Participate in rehearsals in Montreal before the tour.
• Travel internationally as part of the touring production.
• Maintain strong performance quality throughout rehearsals and live shows.

Requirements

• Strong acting, singing, and dancing abilities.
• Triple-threat performers are encouraged to apply.
• Specialty performers, including aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists, are encouraged.
• Must be available for rehearsals in Montreal from January through February 2027.
• Must be available for international touring beginning February 2027.
• Comfortable performing in a large-scale live stage production.

Compensation

• This is a paid professional performance opportunity.

Job Description

Mastersons Magic is gauging interest from female multidisciplinary performers for potential future touring opportunities with a professional illusion show. The production is building a list of performers who may be interested in a potential 3–6 month touring contract, with performances taking place both on land and at sea. The opportunity is suited to women with strong stage presence and performance skills in areas such as dance, aerial arts, circus, theatre, acting, variety entertainment, or other specialty disciplines.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a professional touring illusion production.
• Participate in theatrical illusions, audience-focused performances, and rehearsals.
• Bring individual performance skills and strong stage presence to the show.
• Work collaboratively with the production team and follow performance direction.
• Travel as required for potential U.S. and international engagements.

Requirements

• Female performers.
• Strong stage presence, confidence, charisma, and audience connection.
• Performance skills in dance, aerial, circus, theatre, acting, variety arts, or another specialty are encouraged.
• Professional experience in magic, theatre, dance, circus, touring productions, or live entertainment is a plus.
• Must be comfortable working with theatrical illusions.
• Previous magician’s assistant experience is not required.

Compensation

Not specified. Potential contract terms and additional details will be discussed as opportunities develop.

Triple-Threat Performers Casting Call for International Live Stage Production

Job Description

An international live stage production based on Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir is casting talented triple-threat performers for an upcoming professional theatrical spectacular. The production is seeking actors, singers, and dancers who can combine strong performance skills with dynamic stage presence. Specialty performers, including aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists, are also encouraged to apply. Rehearsals will take place in Montreal before the production launches an international tour.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a professional international live stage production
• Combine acting, singing, and dancing during live performances
• Learn and execute choreography, musical material, and scripted scenes
• Bring strong character work, energy, and stage presence to performances
• Participate in rehearsals in Montreal
• Travel internationally as part of the touring production
• Follow direction from the creative, choreography, and production teams
• Specialty performers may perform aerial, skateboarding, or straps sequences

Requirements

• Strong acting, singing, and dancing abilities
• Confident live stage presence and performance skills
• Triple-threat performers encouraged to apply
• Aerialists, skateboarders, and straps artists are also encouraged
• Must be available for rehearsals in Montreal
• Must be available for an international touring production
• Comfortable working in a professional theatrical environment
• Able to collaborate effectively with cast, creative teams, and crew

Compensation

• Paid professional engagement

Job Description

The Fire Island Theater Festival 2026 is casting an actor for the staged reading of “Thursdays Come at Morning,” presented at The Ice Palace in Cherry Grove, New York. The production is seeking an actor to portray Sam, a gay Hapa (Asian/White) man in his 60s who is warm and cheerful while navigating heartbreak and grief. The story follows two Asian American men in their 60s who meet unexpectedly at a Honolulu cemetery and connect through their experiences with caregiving, love, and loss.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Sam in a professional staged reading.
• Collaborate with the director, writers, cast, and creative team.
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to the character and story.

Requirements

• Actor able to portray a man in his 60s.
• Hapa (Asian/White).
• Gay.
• Suitable for a character described as warm, cheerful, and heartbroken.

Compensation

$200 stipend plus travel and shared accommodations.

Job Description

Whitley Theatrical is accepting virtual submissions for San Diego-based performers for the ensemble of GRIM, a new musical comedy premiering at La Jolla Playhouse. The production is seeking an excellent vocalist who is also a very strong mover to portray a range of characters throughout the musical.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of the ensemble in the new musical GRIM.
• Portray a range of characters throughout the production.
• Perform featured ensemble material as assigned.
• Demonstrate strong vocal and movement abilities.

Requirements

• Male or nonbinary-identifying performers.
• Ages 20–50.
• All ethnicities.
• Must be an excellent tenor, baritone, or bass vocalist.
• Must be a very strong mover.

Compensation

• AEA LORT B+ rate.

Job Description

A production team is seeking three strong male actors ages 40–50 for the development and eventual production of ACT TWO, a one-act play by Robyn Dickinson, based in the Bromsgrove/South Birmingham area. The play follows three lifelong friends whose decades of friendship and banter conceal the things that matter most. Described as funny, raw, and human, the production features three substantial roles and aims to encourage conversations around men’s mental health while supporting awareness and fundraising efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform one of three substantial male roles in ACT TWO
• Participate in the play’s initial research and development process
• Collaborate on character and script development
• Bring authenticity, humor, and emotional depth to the role
• Work collaboratively with the writer and other performers
• Participate in the eventual production, subject to development and funding

Requirements

• Male actors ages 40–50
• Strong acting and character-development skills
• R&D or new-writing experience preferred
• Comfortable working with material involving friendship and men’s mental health
• Interested actors should contact the production for an audition pack

Compensation

Initial R&D is unpaid.

Job Description

A Long Island production is casting two male actors for the original two-hander stage play Serve the Meal. This paid theatrical opportunity is open to performers in their early 30s to early 40s of all ethnicities. The play follows two former stepbrothers who reunite after nearly two decades, confronting unresolved family tensions and long-buried emotions during an intimate, character-driven story. Ideal candidates should be committed to a collaborative rehearsal process and comfortable performing emotionally layered dramatic material on stage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the two lead characters in the original stage production.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast member.
• Perform three scheduled live theater performances.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during rehearsals and performances.

Requirements

• Male actors in their early 30s to early 40s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Non-equity actors preferred, though equity actors may also apply.
• Be prepared to discuss any scheduling conflicts during the audition.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Job Description

Stag & Lion Theatre Company is casting Harold, a devoted Catholic altar boy in Bruno and the Alter Boys. This supporting role contributes to the play’s exploration of faith, friendship, and growing up. Selected actors will rehearse and perform in the staged reading production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role of Harold.
• Attend rehearsals and staged readings.
• Collaborate with the production team.
• Prepare dialogue and character interpretation.
• Participate in scheduled performances.

Requirements

• Male, ages 16–18 (must convincingly portray ages 14–15).
• Able to portray a devoted Catholic altar boy.

Compensation

• Unpaid non-union staged reading opportunity.

Job Description

Stag & Lion Theatre Company is seeking an actor to portray Michael, an all-American teenager in Bruno and the Alter Boys. Michael contributes to the ensemble’s dynamic and helps bring the coming-of-age story to life through rehearsals and staged performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role of Michael during rehearsals and readings.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and director.
• Prepare dialogue and character work.
• Attend callbacks if selected.
• Participate in scheduled performances.

Requirements

• Male, ages 16–18 (must convincingly portray ages 15–16).
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Fits the character of an all-American teenage boy.

Compensation

• Unpaid non-union staged reading opportunity.