Casting Call: OPERATION MINCEMEAT – The Fortune Theatre, West End
Job Description: We invite experienced actors to audition for the ongoing West End run of “Operation Mincemeat” at The Fortune Theatre. This high-energy, character-driven comedy seeks talented individuals who excel in acting, singing, and dance (triple-threat), with a particular emphasis on strong comedic skills. The production values diversity and inclusivity, opening its doors wide to performers of all identities.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver a strong comedic performance with the ability to handle multiple roles.
- Exhibit excellent vocal skills and compelling stage presence.
- Demonstrate highly competent movement and dance skills, quickly mastering choreography.
- Employ various accents authentically, with rapping ability as an added advantage.
- Participate in all rehearsals and performances as scheduled.
- Collaborate effectively with the ensemble and production team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in comedy acting, preferably with improvisation and multi-role background.
- Strong vocal prowess and dance ability.
- Ability to learn and execute complex choreography and staging.
- Proficiency in various accents; rapping skills desirable.
- Open to cisgender, transgender, non-binary, and all members of the trans community.
- Commitment to the entire contract period, with full availability for auditions and rehearsals.
Compensation:
- Competitive salary, details to be discussed upon casting.
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Casting Call for Dark Comedy Musical
Job Description
An upcoming dark comedy musical is seeking strong performers with vocal, comedic, and physical acting skills for lead and supporting roles. This pilot production blends humor, ambition, and twisted storytelling, offering actors the chance to take on bold, complex characters. Rehearsals begin mid-September with performances scheduled through the fall.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform lead or supporting roles with strong comedic timing and stage presence
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Deliver powerful vocal or dance performances as required by role
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Collaborate with cast and creative team to develop dynamic characters
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Commit to rehearsal and filming schedule while maintaining professionalism
Requirements
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Male Lead (Chester): Age 40–55, strong vocal and comedy acting, psychopathic evil boss
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Female Lead (Heather): Age 25–35, strong vocal and comedy acting, ambitious, quirky, unhinged
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Female Role (Polly): Age 25–35, strong physical and comedy acting, Chester’s PA/mistress
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Male Variety: Age 20–60, strong vocal or dancing with comedy acting, multiple roles
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Female Variety: Age 20–60, strong vocal or dancing with comedy acting, multiple roles
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All abilities and experience levels welcome; must be available for rehearsals Thursdays 6–9 PM and Sundays 2–5 PM
Compensation
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Initial pilot is unpaid; once signed, production will be salaried for a series
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Opportunity for long-term casting in a developing stage project