Sandbox Theatre Collective is seeking queer actors for a World Premiere musical workshop, written by Shualee Cook and directed by Hayley Procacci. The piece is based on Elsa Gidlow's 1923 poetry collection, On a Grey Thread - one of the first books published in the U.S to contain openly sapphic.... Read More
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The exciting world of Off-Broadway's hottest sensation, Drunk Shakespeare, is searching for a verstaile performer who exudes charisma and creativity to play the role of Banquo!
Every evening, a group of five skilled performers, members of 'The Drunk Shakespeare Society,' gather to put on a mesmerizing play. But here's the.... Read More
CenterStage in Lake Forest is now accepting video auditions for our early August through mid-September 2024 production of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing.
Perhaps William Shakespeare's most brilliant comedy, Much Ado About Nothing abounds in warmth, wit, and wackiness, and has been adapted to the silver screen several times, from.... Read More
The Playhouse Children's Theatre is looking for a director for youth plays in Tinley Park.
We are an independent children's theatre company who maintains a contract with the Tinley Park Park District. We have two seasons a year, January-May and August-December. A director will be expected to direct one show every.... Read More
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 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
Corn Productions is seeking actors of any gender, race, ethnicity or background for our next show in our Theater for Young Audiences program.
The show, Schools Out! A Summer Sketch Show for Young Audiences will be a sketch show tailored to young ones age 5-12 and feature a cast of.... Read More
Seeking Scenic and Lighting Designers for the US premiere of THE DANISH PLAY
Three Crows is looking for a scenic designer and lighting designer for THE DANISH PLAY by Sonny Mills, directed by Kirstin Franklin, performing at Raven Theatre's Schwartz Stage. Load-in is May 6th, first preview is May 16th so.... Read More
Grove Players is holding auditions for Pinocchio
Audition Dates/Location: April 28th (12-2pm by appointment and kids only), April 29th (7pm to 9pm Open Call) April 30th (7pm to 9pm Open Call) May 2nd (7pm to 9pm callbacks if necessary). First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove
Production Dates/Location: July 12-14 & July.... Read More
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 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
Lex The Movie in association with Red Theater present "Within A Shadow" A collaborative creation nurtured by Red Theater's Artistic Cohort
Synopsis: A funny, introspective play about a young college senior (Lex) trying to land her dream architecture job and (finally!) her first boyfriend before she graduates from her prestigious, predominantly.... Read More
Second Story Players at Steel Beam Theatre (St. Charles, IL) are currently accepting video submissions for their summer production of the Tony Award Winning Musical SPRING AWAKENING (Music by Duncan Sheik/Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater). The production will be directed by Maxwell Peters, music directed & choreographed by Bianca.... Read More
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
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
WSP is looking to cast a wide-range of outrageous characters (ages 16 and up) to form a Shakespearean troupe or ensemble. Troupe members may be asked to dance and/or move well, and play multiple roles in a variety of Shakespeare scenes. Previous knowledge or experience performing Shakespeare's works is preferred.... Read More
Theo is thrilled to be producing a developmental production of Never Better; a new musical from 2023 Jonathan Larson Grant finalist Preston Max Allen who also wrote the off-Broadway fan favorite We Are the Tigers.
Davy, a jaded college sophomore, has been struggling to keep up with her work and.... Read More
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
Oil Lamp Theater is seeking submissions for its production of the musical First Date, Book by Austin Winsberg, Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner. Christina Ramirez will direct and Kyra Leigh will music direct. The production will run 9/5/2024-10/20/2024 with performances Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings (7:30pm).... Read More
Forest Park Theatre announces auditions for its upcoming non-equity summer production of PERICLES by William Shakespeare and George Wilkins, to be performed August 9-11 and 16-18 at Altenheim in Forest Park, Illinois. We are creating an ensemble of 12-14 actors who will play a variety of roles in a cross-gender,.... Read More
Kerfuffle is seeking four adventurous and enthusiastic performers for the world premiere of Toddler Hiking Club: An Imaginative Nature Walk, a promenade, interactive dramatic experience for very young children and their caregivers that takes place in and around nature play spaces and on short walking trails in the Chicago parks..... Read More
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