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Theo
Theo
The Secret Garden
Non-Equity Audition

This enchanting literature classic is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'night, Mother. Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his son Colin. The estate's many wonders include.... Read More

Unexpected Theatre, Chicago Dramatists, and Prop Thtr
Unexpected Theatre, Chicago Dramatists, and Prop Thtr
7 Minutes to Live
Non-Equity Audition

"7 Minutes to Live"
World premiere of a wickedly funny drama
Directed by Andrea J. Dymond
Written by Richard Lyons Conlon

A co-production of Unexpected Theatre, Chicago Dramatists, and Prop Thtr

Synopsis: No metaphor. No joke. Child of privilege Henry Crawford has exactly seven minutes to live and he's dying to tell us all the.... Read More

Elsinore
Elsinore
Hand to God
Non-Equity Audition

Elsinore is seeking an actor for their fall 2024 production of Hand to God by Robert Askins, directed by JJ Gatesman. The production is being staged at First United Methodist Church, 216 E Highland Ave,, Elgin, IL. There is a $100 stipend.

Synopsis:
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds.... Read More

Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
Eight One Eight Two
Non-Equity Audition

Eclectic Full Contact Theatre is accepting submissions for Eight One Eight Two, by Rishi Chowdhary, an upcoming episode of its monthly audio drama podcast, The Half Hour Audio Hour. All rehearsals and recording will be remote and done over the internet on Zencastr.

Characters:
Santosh [Sun-Thosh]: South Asian Male, Late.... Read More

Sparked Productions
Sparked Productions
This Performance is Protest
Non-Equity Audition

Sparked Productions is seeking 7 passionate Chicago-based musical theatre performers for a political cabaret.

"This Performance is Protest" is an hour full of political musical theater, punk, rock, and pop songs, performed in an immersive cabaret style. These songs will be repurposed to tell current American history and include artists like:.... Read More

The Outer Loop Theater Experience
The Outer Loop Theater Experience
13 Suits
Non-Equity Audition

The Outer Loop Theater Experience is now accepting video audition submissions for our November/December 2024 production of 13 Suits: A Mother's Monologues, on the mainstage at Raven Theatre.

Show information:
13 Suits: A Mother's Monologues is coming to Chicago, after a sold out run in New York last year! The show.... Read More

Blue Gate Musicals
Blue Gate Musicals
Understudies, swings and talent
Non-Equity Audition

Seeking understudies, swings and talent for future projects!!
As well as the following role for When Calls the Heart. Original musical written by Christy Stutzman

Elizabeth Thatcher (High Alto with Strong Belt and Mix):
The daughter of a very affluent merchant, Ephraim Thatcher. Her mother was married once before and widowed..... Read More

Kokandy Productions
Kokandy Productions
Into the Woods
Non-Equity Audition

Kokandy Productions is seeking main cast and understudies for James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods, directed by Producing Artistic Director Derek Van Barham, with music direction by Nick Sula. The show will be produced at The Chopin Theatre in Wicker Park.

ABOUT THE SHOW
Escape into a twisted.... Read More

Harmony Theatre
Harmony Theatre
9 to 5 the musical
Non-Equity Audition

Harmony at Myers Dinner Theater in Hillsboro, Indiana, is seeking actors for 9 to 5 the musical. Based on the hit 1980 film, this musical comedy centers on three office workers who turn the tables on their sexist boss. The show features original numbers from Dolly Parton's Oscar, Tony and.... Read More

The Home Creative Co.
The Home Creative Co.
Footloose
Non-Equity Audition

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise.... Read More

Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
The Quest for the Kakapo
Non-Equity Audition

The Traveling Lantern Theatre is casting for its summer tour of the midwest. This is a 45 minute portable children's theatre touring show that will perform at libraries in the midwest beginning in early June with performances thru Aug. 10th. Rehearsals will be on Zoom and in Chicago for 2.... Read More

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
Non-Equity Audition

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is holding auditions for Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella.

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics/original book by Oscar Hammerstein II, and new book by Douglas Carter Beane, will be directed by Johanna Miller (she/her), music directed by Aaron Kaplan (he/him), assistant music directed by Kevin Zhou.... Read More

Up & Coming Theatre
Up & Coming Theatre
The Prom
Non-Equity Audition

UAC and The Hemmens Cultural Center are excited to announce that they will continue their partnership to present the 2024 summer production of The Prom.

The Prom tells the story of an Indiana high schooler barred from bringing her girlfriend to the prom. When Emma's story pops up on Twitter, four.... Read More

Deerfield Family Theater
Deerfield Family Theater
Me...Jane: The Dreams and Adventures of Young Jane Goodall
Non-Equity Audition

Deerfield TYA is proud to announce auditions for our summer 2024 TYA production of Me...Jane. Auditions are open to adults 18+. They will be held at Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Dr., Deerfield, IL on Thursday, May 9th from 6:30-9pm, Saturday, May 11th from 4-6pm, and Sunday, May.... Read More

Medieval Times Schaumburg Castle
Medieval Times Schaumburg Castle
Knight
Non-Equity Audition

Medieval Times is currently searching for applicants for the role of KNIGHT.

KNIGHT OF THE REALM
Do you have what it takes?

Role requirements: Male, ATHLETIC, stunt work and horse-riding experience is a plus but not required. MUST START AS A SQUIRE, application is for Squire.

Role: One of the six knights of.... Read More

Highland Park Players
Highland Park Players
The Prom
Non-Equity Audition

HPP values diversity in race, physical ability, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic background, age, and body type. Anyone who sees a little of themselves in one of these characters is welcome and warmly encouraged to audition. The character descriptions indicate the age or gender that the character should appear onstage and do.... Read More

Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
Fiddler on the Roof
Non-Equity Audition

Fiddler on the Roof is a musical with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick and book by Joseph Stein. It follows the story of Tevye and his wife Golde, who attempt to maintain their Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon their family's lives. Filled with.... Read More

Summer Place Theatre
Summer Place Theatre
West Side Story
Non-Equity Audition

Summer Place Theatre in Naperville, IL is holding open auditions for actors 17 and up for their production of "West Side Story!"

From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents' book remains.... Read More