Equity Actors Audition For Theater's 2024-25 Seasons

Female-identifying. Maternal. Mom trying to manage life and a move. Wants to set boundaries with Lisa but also knows she is struggling to make friends in her new school. "CORDUROY"

Overnight watch guard for the department store that Corduroy is in. Trying to solve the mystery of how everything is getting out of place and destroyed but only finding a stuffed bear everywhere they go. Takes their job incredibly serious. Has strong physical comedy and improvisation skills. "CORDUROY"

Two "kids" (played by adults) who are reading the story and bring the story to life on stage as they literally create it all and adjust the scenery and props. Strong physical comedy skills, perhaps some dance, and clowning skills. "CORDUROY"

Adventurous young woman who disguises herself as a boy named Caesario and falls in love with Count Orsino. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

Count of Illyria, dramatically in love with Olivia. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

A countess in mourning for her brother's death but who is reawakened by the youth Caesario (Viola in disguise). "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

Olivia's puritanical steward who is secretly in love with Olivia and on whom the other members of the household ply a terrible trick. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

Olivia's oft-drunken uncle. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

An easily influenced young gentleman, also in love with Olivia, whom Sir Toby takes advantage of financially. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

A wickedly clever attendant in Olivia's household, in a relationship with Sir Toby. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

Viola's twin brother, thought drowned, who is constantly confused with being Caesario (Viola). "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

A pirate wanted in Illyria, who forms a deep attachment to Sebastian. "SHAKESPEARE IN THE CITY: TWELFTH NIGHT"

(Male-identifying) Frodo is an earnest, inquisitive young Hobbit who finds himself faced with a quest that will test not only his bravery but his very sense of self, as he is wracked by the powers of the One Ring. Music: something simple and unaffected. High note: A4. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

SAM plays the guitar (it's strumming only). Sam is a warm, friendly, & stubbornly loyal Hobbit, he is fiercely protective of those he loves & quietly courageous in his determination to see Frodo to the end of his perilous journey - even as he longs to return to his sweetheart and his quiet life in The Shire. Music: something simple and unaffected. eg "I'd Rather Be Sailing", "Johanna". Tenor or high baritone. Honest, direct, unaffected tone. More folky than Musical Theater. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Gollum’s one desire is to be reunited with the Ring at any cost. Highly experienced with movement & choreography, & is skilled in at least one instrument. Music: Baritone, & with a really characterful voice. It requires an extremely agile vocalist who can get creative around producing interesting sounds & vocal qualities for Gollum, & rapidly switching in & out of this for his song. Low note: C3; High note: F4; Falsetto to high C. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Strider is the name given to the mysterious Ranger who traverses Middle Earth, protecting its people from rising evil. His true identity is Aragorn – the heir to the throne of Men. He is a quick-thinking and just leader, whose bravery and devotion to his people inspires all he encounters. Music: Musical Theater or folk song with drive that shows range (i.e. “Streets of Dublin”) Robust, manly baritone/high baritone. Not operatic. High note: G4. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Boromir is a valiant and hot-headed warrior, the son of the Steward of Gondor. He is headstrong, determined to a fault and tirelessly loyal to his people. Highly skilled in at least two instruments, and skilled in movement and choreography. Experience with puppetry is desirable but not essential. Music: Musical Theater or folk song with drive that shows range. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Gimli could play guitar (picking and strumming). Gimli is a steadfast and fearless Dwarf, one of the last of the House of Durin, determined to prevent the decline of his people by destroying the Ring. He is deeply distrustful of Elves. Highly skilled in at least one instrument and experienced in movement and choreography. MUSIC: Bass. Manly and noble. Low note: B2; High note: E4. If with contemporary sound, he would play guitar; with operatic sound, he would not. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Legolas, the Elven prince of Mirkwood, is a quick-witted master archer and a valiant and loyal defender of the members of the Fellowship. He distrusts Dwarves and misses no opportunity to enrage Gimli on their journey to destroy the One Ring. Highly skilled in at least two instruments and experienced in movement and choreography. Music: Light, easy, but still somewhat manly tone, one befitting of an elf! High baritone or tenor. High note: Ab4. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Pippin or Merry plays the fiddle. Meriadoc Brandybuck is the inquisitive younger cousin of Frodo Baggins. Merry is enthusiastic, kind-hearted and intelligent. Highly skilled in at least one instrument, and skilled in movement and choreography. Experience with puppetry is desirable but not essential. Music: something simple and unaffected eg "I'd Rather Be Sailing", "Johanna" Light, young tenor. High note: G4, with a brief A4 (can be cheesed!). "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Pippin or Merry plays the fiddle. Pippin is a mischievous and fun- loving Hobbit. They are impulsive and an occasional troublemaker. Highly skilled in at least two instruments, and skilled in movement and choreography. Experience with puppetry is desirable but not essential. Music: something characterful, i.e., "Wait a Bit", "Notice Me Horton" Mezzo. Colourful, characterful, direct voice. High note: E5 if female (could be adjusted to D5 for the right person). "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Gandalf is an incredibly powerful Wizard, sent to Middle Earth to aid in the battle against the Dark Lord Sauron. He acts as a guide and protector for the members of The Fellowship of the Ring. Gandalf possesses both tremendous gravitas, as in his clashes with the corrupt Wizard Saruman, and deep warmth, clear in his relationship with the young Hobbits. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Galadriel, the Lady of Lothlórien, is one of the mightiest Elves in Middle Earth and over a thousand years old. She is benevolent. Does not need to play an instrument. Music: Galadriel should bring something dramatic and fearsome - with a good belt. Excellent vocalist. Conveys wisdom and maturity in her voice. Dramatic belt/mix. Low note: A3; Belt/mix to D5; Soprano extension to G5 belt. Examples” "Your Daddy's Son" "With One Look", "No Good Deed", “My Heart Will Go On”. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Saruman was once the head of the White Council of Wizards, but – power-hungry and blinded by ambition – he was seduced into serving the Dark Lord, Sauron, and is building an army of Orcs. He is wise, composed and immensely powerful. Elrond is an Elf, the Lord of Rivendell. He is benevolent, intelligent and resigned to the fact that the era of Elves is over, and he must move his people overseas. Music: a ballad with drive (i.e., “Streets of Dublin”). "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Bilbo should ideally play harmonica; this could be substituted for another folk instrument such as Low D whistle, fiddle or concertina. Bilbo is an elder Hobbit of the Shire, who is passing on his home & legacy to his nephew. He is wise & cheerful, if a little world-weary. The Steward - once a valiant leader of the Men of Gondor - has withered under a dark enchantment, grieving the loss of his son Boromir. Music: Theater or folk song, Plays harmonica & one other instrument. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

A singer/harpist is ideal. Music: Arwen should bring something folky & unusual such as "Both Sides Now", "Hallelujah", or their own cover of something that they might do for an open mic night somewhere smoky. They should then contrast it with something belty but modern, "Someone Else's Story". In general, a lighter sound than Galadriel. For this role, it could be interesting to explore unusual vocal tones. Her sound is otherworldly, heavenly, dreamlike. Belt/mix to D4. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Rosie Cotton is a Hobbit who stays behind in The Shire during the quest to destroy The Ring. She is warm and funny, while still making sure that her sweetheart, Samwise Gamgee, knows who is in charge. Highly skilled in at least two instruments and skilled in movement and choreography. Experience with puppetry is desirable but not essential. Should sing something fun and characterful. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

(All vocal types) Music: Something that shows character and energy—you are hobbits telling the story, so let your hobbit’s personality come through. Seeking all ranges. Ensemble must move well. Highly skilled in at least one instrument, and skilled in movement and choreography. Experience with puppetry is desirable but not essential. "LORD OF THE RINGS"

Male-identifying. Street-wise prince who grows into a warrior-leader. "HENRY V"

Female or non-binary. FLUELLYN is a passionate and loyal soldier with a thick Welsh accent. GRAY is a comrade turned traitor. "HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

Female or non-binary. KATE. a royal French woman who becomes the Queen Of England. Independent, feisty, witty, and with little English. YOUNG LAD, Son of the King of France. Headstrong and over-confident. "HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

Female or non-binary. DAUPHIN, Son of the King of France. Head-strong and over-confident. ELY. A bishop whose first alliance is to the church and its coffers, not to Henry, NELL. aka Mistress Quickly, A friend of Falstaff's. Pistol's wife. "HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

Female or NB, or Actor of Color. Bishop of Canterbury is a political creature looking to take advantage of what he assumes to be Henry's lack of experience. Bates is a ground soldier distrustful of this young king. Governor of Harfleur, goes eye to eye with Henry when his city is under siege. "HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

"HENRY V"

Male or Non-Binary. THESEUS is ruler of Athens. OBERON is the jealous fairy King. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Female or Non-Binary. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Young lover who run away into the Forest. Energy and comic ability. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Young lover who run away into the Forest. Energy and comic ability. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Young lover who run away into the Forest. Energy and comic ability. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Young lover who run away into the Forest. Energy and comic ability. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hermia's stern father who forbids her from marrying Lysander. Doubles as a mechanical. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

A mischievous sprite who serves Oberon. Agility. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

A rude mechanical who sees himself (mistakenly) as knowledgeable about all things theatrical. Comic sense. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hard-handed man of Athens putting on a VERY amateur entertainment for the King's nuptials. May double as fairy of the forest. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hard-handed man of Athens putting on a VERY amateur entertainment for the King's nuptials. May double as fairy of the forest. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hard-handed man of Athens putting on a VERY amateur entertainment for the King's nuptials. May double as fairy of the forest. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hard-handed man of Athens putting on a VERY amateur entertainment for the King's nuptials. May double as fairy of the forest. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Hard-handed man of Athens putting on a VERY amateur entertainment for the King's nuptials. May double as fairy of the forest. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

The lead singer of The Kinks. The more intense of the two brothers, Complex. personality. Plays acoustic and electric guitar and has a great singing voice with tenor notes. North London accent. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Lead guitarist. Ray's younger brother. Flamboyant personality. The "rock star." Likes girls, booze, drugs. Has a very strong tenor voice and be able to play acoustic and electric guitar to a very high standard. North London accent. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Drummer of The Kinks. Dry sense of humor. Plays to a very high standard. North London accent. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Bassist of THE KINKS. Plays electric bass to a very high standard. North London accent. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Mr. Davies (Ray and Dave's father, North London accent) and Allen Klein (American record label executive and music manager). Also Doubles as ensemble roles (Priest, Limo Driver, etc.) Sings and can play electric bass to a high standard. Any piano skills are a plus but can be taught the melodica. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Sings. He is the Manager of The Kinks. A wheeler dealer, North London accent. Doubles as smaller roles. No instrument skills required. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Austrian born with Austrian accent. Music Publisher for The Kinks. Doubles as smaller cameo roles. Good singing voice. Plays drums to a high standard and has good natural skill on basic percussion (tambourine, congas, etc.) Also has the ability to play acoustic guitar to a reasonable standard. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

(One of The Kinks Managers) Middle class. A stockbroker. First a singer of The Ravens who then becomes The Kinks Manager. Doubles as other smaller roles. Able to play trombone/clarinet/trumpet (or any other similar instrument if possible) and has a great singing voice. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

(The second of The Kinks Managers) Middle class. Doubles as other smaller roles. Plays trombone/clarinet/trumpet (or any other similar instrument if possible) and has a great singing voice. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

(Ray Davies wife). Doubles as other smaller characters. Has a great singing voice and be able to play the acoustic guitar and banjo to a good standard. Movement skills needed. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

(African American/mixed race) PIVEN: The American Musicians Union Rep. TAILOR: The London tailor The Kinks go to for their new suits. Flamboyant personality. Doubles as smaller cameo roles. Has a good gospel/rock voice. Ability to play percussion useful but this will be taught. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

Sings. MRS. DAVIES (Ray & Dave’s Mother, North London accent). MARSHA (Allen Klein’s secretary, New York accent) and Doubles as other smaller roles. Has a great singing voice and is able to play percussion (a bonus). "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

GWEN/PEGGY/JOYCE: Strong dancers for the three named Davies sisters. Doubles as the TOTP dancers, fans, air stewardesses and other smaller characters. Have great singing voices. Dance must be extremely strong. Any guitar skill is useful. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

GWEN/PEGGY/JOYCE: Strong dancers for the three named Davies sisters. Doubles as the TOTP dancers, fans, air stewardesses and other smaller characters. Have great singing voices. Dance must be extremely strong. Any guitar skill is useful. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

GWEN/PEGGY/JOYCE: Strong dancers for the three named Davies sisters. Doubles as the TOTP dancers, fans, air stewardesses and other smaller characters. Have great singing voices. Dance must be extremely strong. Any guitar skill is useful. "SUNNY AFTERNOON"

50. A Chicagoan. At first a jittery drinker with a blue streak. With both men there are many layers. Able to sing but does not have to be polished. Music beneath the songs is created by the actors, though not necessarily with instruments. "HYMN"

50. A Chicagoan. Religious. Of a higher class than Benny. At first a bit condescending. With both men there are many layers. Able to sing but does not have to be polished. Music beneath the songs is created by the actors, though not necessarily with instruments. "HYMN"