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Shattered Globe Theatre
Shattered Globe Theatre
Morning, Noon, and Night
Non-Equity Audition

MORNING, NOON, and NIGHT
by Kirsten Greenidge
Directed AmBer D. Montgomery

UNDERSTUDIES ONLY

MIA UNDERSTUDY
Late 30s-40s, Black, she/her
Struggling. Working tirelessly to keep her family afloat amid the pressures of single parenting, work-from-home burnout, and deep grief, crippling anxiety. Intelligent, loving, and ferociously protective of her daughters. Sharp humor. Self reliant.

HEATHER UNDERSTUDY
Mid-30s,.... Read More

Oil Lamp Theater
Oil Lamp Theater
I Love You Because
Non-Equity Audition

Oil Lamp Theater is seeking submissions for strong singer/actors for its production of I Love You Because with lyrics by Ryan Cunningham and music by Joshua Salzman. Scott Shallenbarger will direct and Aaron Kahn will music direct.

Run: 8/14/2026-9/13/2026
Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30pm; Saturday and Sundays at.... Read More

The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater
Two Out of Three Falls
Non-Equity Audition

The Factory Theater is seeking actors for both main cast and understudy roles for Two Out of Three Falls by Bill Daniel and directed by Ashley Yates. We are seeking actors of all sizes, ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities to submit. Roles that require a specific background are marked as.... Read More

Towle Theater
Towle Theater
Marvelous Wonderettes
Non-Equity Audition

Towle Theater is seeking a strong soprano singer/actor/dancer for the role of Missy for its upcoming productions of Marvelous Wonderettes Directed by TJ Bird; Choreography by Jade Perry; Musical Direction by John Phillips. All ethnicities ages 21 and up are strongly encouraged to audition. Performance Dates listed below..... Read More

Broadway in Bronzeville
Broadway in Bronzeville
Quiet Parts Out Loud A Day in the Life of A G Gaston
Non-Equity Audition

Quiet Parts Out Loud A Day in the Life of A G Gaston
Presented by Broadway in Bronzeville
Writer and Producer Jimalita Tillman
Director Boaz McGee
Choreographer Ian Stormy Archer

AUDITION INFORMATION
Auditions will be held Monday January 12 2026 at 4 00 PM
In person company auditions

Compensation is a PAID Stipend

Auditions are being held for.... Read More

Eos Theatre Company
Eos Theatre Company
The Trojan Women
Non-Equity Audition

Auditions for Eos Theatre Company's non-Equity production of The Trojan Women by Caroline Bird after Euripides - the role of Cassandra

We are seeking one actor for the role of Cassandra in The Trojan Women, the inaugural production of the newly formed Eos Theatre Company, performances in April 2026 at Bramble.... Read More

Fat Theatre Project
Fat Theatre Project
Stage Manager
Non-Equity Audition

Fat Theatre Project is seeking an experienced, non-Equity Stage Manager for the run of Kassandra at the Top of the World, a world premiere written and directed by Eileen Tull. This is a co-production with The Terror Cottas.

Fat Theatre Project Mission Statement:
Fat Theatre Project tells stories by/about/for/with fat people. Fatphobia.... Read More

Box Out Bullying
Box Out Bullying
Non-Union Tour
Non-Equity Audition

Casting for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 season. "Box Out Bullying," a hilarious, high-energy, two-person interactive performance that's now in its 18th season touring venues nationally. The show combines proven bullying prevention techniques with the power of live theater to create an unforgettable experience. We make elementary and middle school.... Read More

Galaxy Theater
Galaxy Theater
Twelve Angry Jurors
Non-Equity Audition

Galaxy Theater Company announces auditions for their upcoming production of Twelve Angry Jurors, directed by John Wognum.

Auditions, callbacks, rehearsals, and performances will be held at The First Congregational Church of La Grange, located at 100 6th Avenue, La Grange, Illinois 60525.

Auditions: Monday January 26th and Wednesday January 28th.... Read More

A Short Leap Theatre Co.
A Short Leap Theatre Co.
Lungs
Non-Equity Audition

A Short Leap Theatre Co. is seeking actors for its upcoming production of Lungs by Duncan MacMillan. Direction by Olivia Tennison & Assistant Direction by Tori Kilkenny

Auditions will take place on January 16, 6:00 - 10:00 PM. Virtual Auditions are being accepted through 11:59PM on January 15, 2026. Invited Callbacks.... Read More

Village Theatre Guild
Village Theatre Guild
Time of My Life
Non-Equity Audition

A birthday dinner at a favorite restaurant sets the stage for one family's journey through past, present, and future-simultaneously. As time unravels in three directions, long-buried secrets emerge; laughter mingles with regret, and the true cost of happiness is revealed. The production is directed by Lisa S. Dolnics and produced.... Read More

Backyard Theatre Company
Backyard Theatre Company
4.48 Psychosis
Non-Equity Audition

Written by Sarah Kane and directed by Hannah Ottenfeld, 4.48 Psychosis is a bold, poetic exploration of mental illness, despair, and the search for clarity. This production embraces the play's fragmented structure and emotional intensity through an ensemble-driven approach rooted in physical storytelling and devised work. Actors should be prepared.... Read More

Nonsense Productions
Nonsense Productions
Twelfth Night
Non-Equity Audition

Nonsense Productions is seeking non-equity actors for an Original Practices production of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" in March of 2026!

Original Practices is a technique in which historical performance practice is used to inform and shape modern theatre execution. For our production, that means pulling several conditions and truths from Shakespeare's time.... Read More

The Center For Performing Arts
The Center For Performing Arts
Divided
Non-Equity Audition

The Center for Performing Arts presents DIVIDED
Music by: Kristen Lee Rosenfeld
Book and Lyrics by: Luanne Aronen Rosenfeld
Directed by: Tor Campbell
Musical Direction by: Sharon Mason

Self-Tape Audition Submission: Due January 30th, 2026
In-Person Audition/Callback Date: February 28, 2026, from 10 am-6 pm. Performance Dates: April 29-30, 2026

(One public show and one Arts in Education.... Read More

Parker Players
Parker Players
The Lifespan of a Fact
Non-Equity Audition

Parker Players Theater Company announces auditions for The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken & David Murrell and Gordon Farrell. Directed by Dominic Green.

About The Lifespan of a Fact
A sharp, fast-paced comedy-drama about a driven fact-checker, a celebrated writer, and an editor caught between them. When a powerful essay.... Read More

Lyric Opera Of Chicago
Lyric Opera Of Chicago
New York Auditions
Non-Equity Audition

Lyric Opera of Chicago is holding chorus auditions in all voice categories for singers who are prepared for professional careers. Singers representing a diversity of cultures and ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Positions in the Regular Chorus, Core Supplementary Chorus, and Supplementary Chorus are available.

Regular Chorus positions are:
-Tenure track
-Health.... Read More