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Seeking Equity Actors for Understudy Roles in 2025 Season

Boise, ID, United States
ID: 282073Exp: 4/7/2025
$1,144/week
online audition
Description:

Equity actors for understudy roles in 2025 Season. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See breakdown below. Rate: LORT Non-Rep $1144 weekly minimum (LORT B) Additional info: Those wishing to submit virtually: see the attachment. PREPARATION Please prepare either one brief Shakespeare and one brief contemporary monologue, OR two brief Shakespeare monologues. Please bring a stapled headshot and resume. An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions. "TWELFTH NIGHT" First Rehearsal: 5/13/25 First Public Performance: 5/23/25 Closing: 6/7/25 "NOISES OFF" First Rehearsal: 6/3/25 Tech: 6/10/25 Opening: 6/14/25 Closing: 7/5/25 "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE" First Rehearsal: 6/17/25 Tech: 7/8/25 Opening: 7/11/25 Closing: 8/2/25 "DIAL M FOR MURDER" First Rehearsal: 7/15/25 Tech: 8/5/25 Opening: 8/9/25 Closing: 8/30/25 "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER" First Rehearsal: 8/26/25 (possibility of starting a week later: 9/2/24) First Public Performance: 9/5/25 Closing: 9/28/25 When applying, please include your full name, phone, email, union status, and preferred audition time (Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (M); Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM). You will receive a response within 5 business days, Monday - Friday during normal business hours.

50 roles

Understudy for VIOLA/CESARIOFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Viola, shipwrecked and disguised as Cesario, is clever, resourceful, and conflicted as she navigates love for Orsino while falling for Olivia. She balances strength, vulnerability, and wit. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for OLIVIAFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A noblewoman in mourning, Olivia is strong-willed, passionate, and impulsive, quickly falling for Cesario. She is witty, stubborn, and temperamental in her pursuit of love. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for ORSINOMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Duke of Illyria, Orsino is noble and charismatic but overly idealistic in his love for Olivia. He is emotionally driven and can be self-indulgent, often caught up in romantic fantasies. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for SEBASTIANMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Viola’s twin brother, Sebastian is bold, confident, and adventurous. He is straightforward and falls quickly in love with Olivia, adding to the play’s mix of mistaken identities. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for MALVOLIOMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A pompous, self-righteous steward, Malvolio is disdainful of the revelry around him and becomes the target of a cruel prank. He’s arrogant, gullible, and unaware of his own absurdity. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for FESTEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The wise fool of the play, Feste is witty, insightful, and able to reveal truths through humor and song. He is clever, perceptive, and often serves as the voice of reason in the chaos. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for SIR TOBY BELCHMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A drunken, mischievous knight, Sir Toby is fun-loving and loves chaos. He’s loud, boisterous, and enjoys playing tricks, particularly on Malvolio, but is loyal to his friends. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for MARIAFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Olivia’s clever maid, Maria is practical and quick-witted. She masterminds the prank on Malvolio and is loyal, resourceful, and sharp-tongued. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for SIR ANDREW AGUECHEEKMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A foolish, vain knight, Sir Andrew is easily manipulated by Sir Toby. He’s pompous but completely incompetent, always trying to impress Olivia despite his ineptitude. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for ANTONIOMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A loyal sea captain who saves Sebastian, Antonio’s deep love for him leads to confusion when he’s mistaken for Cesario. He is noble, self-sacrificial, and devoted. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for CURIOMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A servant in Orsino’s court, Curio is loyal and sharp-witted, offering comic moments and insight while supporting Orsino’s pursuit of Olivia. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for CAPTAIN/PRIESTMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Captain rescues Viola and guides her through the chaos of Illyria. The Priest marries the couples at the play’s conclusion. Both roles require authority and earnestness. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for VALENTINEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A loyal attendant to Orsino, Valentine is courteous and supportive, playing a small but important role in Orsino’s court. "TWELFTH NIGHT"

Understudy for Belinda BlairFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Optimistic and friendly actress, tries to keep the cast together despite the chaos. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Dotty OtleyFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Forgetful, seasoned actress who struggles with her lines and blocking, adding to the confusion. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Selsdon MowbrayMale50-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Elderly, alcoholic actor who often disappears, neglecting his role in the play. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Tim AllgoodMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Overworked stage manager, scrambling to keep things running amidst the chaos. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Frederick FellowsMale18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Young, eager, but inexperienced actor, often flustered by the mayhem. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Poppy Norton-TaylorFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Assistant stage manager, overwhelmed and distracted by her crush on Tim. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Brooke AshtonFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Beautiful but dim actress, more focused on her appearance than the performance. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Gary LejeuneMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Passionate but melodramatic actor, entangled in romantic drama with Brooke. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for Lloyd DallasMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Frustrated, exasperated director, trying to salvage a production full of incompetence. "NOISES OFF"

Understudy for GeorgeMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The central character, a 19th-century French painter (based on Georges Seurat), whose intense focus on his pointillist technique drives him to emotional distance. He's absorbed in creating his masterpiece A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, often neglecting his relationships. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for DotFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

George’s model and lover. She is vibrant, passionate, and longing for more emotional connection with George. Frustrated by his obsession with his art, she ultimately becomes weary of his neglect. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for Old LadyFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A somewhat mysterious figure who is often seen in the background of the scenes and has a few key interactions with George, offering some reflection on the passage of time and George’s legacy. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for NurseFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A practical and no-nonsense character who serves as a foil to George and Dot’s more emotional and artistic turmoil. She represents the more grounded, ordinary world compared to George’s obsessive art world. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for JulesMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A fellow artist and friend of George’s. He often serves as a voice of reason, questioning George’s methods and encouraging him to consider life beyond art. He represents the more social, less obsessive side of the artist's life. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for YvonneFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Dot’s practical friend, who is concerned about Dot’s relationship with George. She often points out George’s emotional neglect of Dot and suggests she move on. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for BoatmanMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A character who appears in George’s painting as part of the scene. He’s a quiet, stoic figure who represents the background elements of life in the artwork, contrasting with George's obsession with the finer details of his masterpiece. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for Celeste #1Female18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

One of the models for George's painting. She has a sense of independence, contributing to the life and movement in George’s art. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for Celeste #2Female18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Another model for the painting, Celeste #2 adds to the variety of personalities and poses that populate George's work. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for LouisMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A fellow artist and a friend of George’s. He contrasts with George’s single-minded obsession with his painting, offering a more relaxed and playful approach to life and art. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for LouiseFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A model who is part of George’s painting. She adds to the atmosphere of the painting scene and to the tapestry of personalities in the world of the work. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for FranzMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A worker or part of the social scene at the park where George paints. He helps populate the world of the painting and illustrates the variety of figures George observes. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for FriedaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Another model for George's painting, contributing to the character and energy of the artwork. She helps flesh out the vibrant world that George is capturing. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for SoldierMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A character in George's painting, representing the broader world outside of George’s immediate circle. His presence in the artwork helps to make the scene more complete, adding a layer of historical context. "SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE"

Understudy for Margot WendiceFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A wealthy, intelligent woman having an affair with Maxine Hadley. She’s strong-willed and resourceful, unaware of her husband Tony's plan to murder her. "DIAL M FOR MURDER"

Understudy for Maxine HadleyFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Margot’s lover in this adaptation. Maxine is deeply involved in the complications of Margot’s life and the unfolding plot. "DIAL M FOR MURDER"

Understudy for Tony WendiceMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A cold, calculating former tennis player who plots to kill his wife, Margot, for her money after discovering her affair. "DIAL M FOR MURDER"

Understudy for LesgateMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A petty criminal blackmailed by Tony to murder Margot. Nervous and reluctant, he becomes an unwilling pawn in Tony’s scheme. "DIAL M FOR MURDER"

Understudy for Inspector HubbardMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A sharp, experienced detective investigating the crime. He quickly grows suspicious and starts to unravel Tony’s plot. "DIAL M FOR MURDER"

Understudy for MOLLY/ENSEMBLEFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A smart, independent Starcatcher-in-training who helps guide Peter on his journey. Clever, resourceful, and able to balance strength with vulnerability. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

BLACK STACHE/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

An over-the-top pirate captain with a flair for the dramatic. Charismatic and comedic yet menacing. Requires strong physicality and excellent comic timing. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

SMEE/GREGGORS/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The good-natured, bumbling bosun of Black Stache’s crew. Loyal but naive, Smee provides comic relief and moments of warmth. Has a great sense of humor and physical comedy. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

LORD ASTER/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A composed and principled nobleman who secretly protects the magical starstuff. Possesses wisdom, authority, and a deep affection for his daughter. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

HAWKING CLAM/SLANK/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Slank, a pragmatic villain with strong physicality and menace. As Hawking Clam, comedic timing and physical humor. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

MRS. BUMBRAKE/TEACHER/ENSEMBLEFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Bumbrake is a warm, somewhat scatterbrained caretaker with a lot of heart. Overly protective and occasionally dramatic, she provides comic relief through her exaggerated affection for Molly. Teacher is strict, proper, and authoritative, commanding respect in a no-nonsense way. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

CAPTAIN SCOTT/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A stern, dignified British naval officer, calm and authoritative but occasionally out of his element. He maintains composure amid chaos and serves as a foil to the more eccentric characters. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

ALF/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A loyal, good-natured sailor with a simple, earnest demeanor. Kind and slightly naïve, Alf brings warmth and sincerity to both serious and comedic moments. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"

GREMPKIN/MACK/SANCHEZ/FIGHTING PRAWN/ENSEMBLEMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Multiple roles: Grempkin: A grumpy, strict schoolmaster with little patience for the orphans. Mack: A mysterious, gruff character who adds intrigue. Sanchez: A pirate with a tough exterior and a few surprising quirks. Fighting Prawn: The wise, dignified leader of the Mollusk tribe, protective and honorable. "PETER AND THE STARCATCHER"