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Casting Equity Performers for LOA and SPT 2025-26 Seasons

Nashville, TN, United States
ID: 283742Exp: 5/1/2025
$677/week
Description:

Equity actors for roles in Theatre's LOA and SPT 2025-26 Seasons. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See breakdown below. Rate: LOA/SPT $677 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT) - 24-25 rate pending Negotiation. $670 weekly minimum (SPT 7) - 24-25 rate pending Negotiation. Additional info: PREPARATION: IF AUDITIONING ONLY FOR NON-MUSICAL SHOWS: Please prepare 2 contrasting monologues together totaling no more than two minutes. IF AUDITIONING FOR SHOWS INCLUDING MUSICALS: Please prepare a short monologue and a song (up to 32 bars), together totaling no more than two minutes. 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. "COME FROM AWAY' (LOA - Polk Theater) Rehearsals begin August 18, 2025 Runs September 12-21, 2025. NOTE: Actors of all races/ethnicities are encouraged to audition. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE" (LOA - Polk Theater) Rehearsals begin November 10, 2025 Runs December 4-21, 2025, including school shows. NOTE: Actors of all races/ethnicities are encouraged to audition. "FAT HAM" (SPT - Johnson Theater) Rehearsals begin January 19, 2026. Runs February 13-22, 2026. NOTE: Black/African American actors are encouraged to audition. "SISTER ACT' (LOA - Polk Theater) Rehearsals begin March 16, 2026, Runs April 10-19, 2026. NOTE: Actors of all races/ethnicities are encouraged to audition. INGRAM NEW WORKS STAGED READINGS (SPT) Casting TBD, Seeking actors of all races/ethnicities to audition Ingram Reading 1: Rehearsals begin October 6, 2026. Runs October 11, 2025. Ingram Reading 2: Rehearsals begin January 12, 2026. Runs January 17, 2026. Ingram Reading 3: Rehearsals begin March 9, 2026. Runs March 14, 2026. If you are interested, please apply.

53 roles

DianeBoth genders50-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Crystal and Brenda): A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he’s safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder, more carefree side of herself. Female presenting. Vocal: Warm, natural contemporary soprano with strong mix to D. "COME FROM AWAY"

HannahBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Margie, Mickey, Party Girl): The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. As the party girl, would need to discuss scripted moment of “flashing the audience”. Female-presenting. Vocal: Contemporary Soprano with strong pop belt and mix to E. "COME FROM AWAY"

JaniceBoth genders20-29 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Flight Attendant, Britney, Party Girl): An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. As the party girl, would need to discuss scripted moment of “flashing the audience”. Female-presenting. Vocal: Contemporary soprano/mezzo with strong pop belt and mix to D. "COME FROM AWAY"

BeulahBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Delores, Customs Officer): The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Female-presenting. Vocal: Mezzo with belt to B. "COME FROM AWAY"

BonnieBoth genders30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Martha): A no-nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the plane, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety – but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. Female-presenting. Vocal: Mezzo with belt to B. "COME FROM AWAY"

BeverleyBoth genders40-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Annette): Beverley – The first female captain for American Airlines. Pilot Beverley Bass has always loved flying, and then her world suddenly changes. Annette – A local teacher at the Gander Academy and mother to a lot of children. Female-presenting. Vocal: Strong singer with an easy mixed or belted C#. "COME FROM AWAY"

OzBoth genders30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, Head Cardiologist): The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps in unexpected ways. Male-presenting. Vocal: Strong contemporary tenor. "COME FROM AWAY"

Kevin TBoth genders30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Garth, President Bush): Kevin T – The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Garth – The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. Male-presenting. Vocal: Strong contemporary tenor. "COME FROM AWAY"

Kevin JBoth genders30-49 y.o.Other Middle Eastern

(Doubles as Ali, Dwight): Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. The character Ali is of Middle Eastern descent. Male presenting. Vocal: Tenor or baritenor. "COME FROM AWAY"

BobBoth genders20-49 y.o.African-American Other

(Doubles as Muhumuza, Captain Bristol): A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that it’s World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet – but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. The character Muhumuza is of African descent. Male-presenting. Vocal: Baritone. "COME FROM AWAY"

ClaudeBoth genders40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Derm, Brenda’s Brother, Eddie): The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he’s never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Male-presenting. Vocal: Gruff, natural sounding baritone with a strong high G. "COME FROM AWAY"

NickBoth genders40-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Doubles as Doug, Male Townsperson): Nick – An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Doug - An Air Traffic controller, married to Bonnie who tries to help his wife and the animals. Male-presenting. Vocal: Warm, natural baritone or baritenor with an easy E and strong pop sensibility. "COME FROM AWAY"

Ensemble #1: George BaileyMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #2: Joseph/Potter/Mrs. HatchBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #3: Mary Hatch Bailey/Board Member #3/Horace/Townie #1Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #4Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ma Bailey/Tilly/Dancer #2/Neighbor/Charlie/Mrs. Martini/Townie #2. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #5Female18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Violet Bick/Board Member #2/Helen Wainwright/Mrs. Thompson/Jane Bailey. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #6: Peter Bailey/Marty Hatch/Tom/Mr. Carter/Nick/CopMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #7Male18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Harry Bailey/Bert the Cop/Dr. Campbell/Ed/Mr. Martini/Pete Bailey. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #8: Clarence/Uncle Billy/Reineman/Mr. WelchMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

"IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #9Male18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Sam Wainwright/Mr. Gower/Ernie/Board Member #1/Randall. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Ensemble #10Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Potter’s Man/Joe/Dancer #1/Ruth Dakin/Mrs. Davis/Zuzu/Townie #3. "IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

JuicyBoth genders20-21 y.o.African-American

Is different. He’s a sensitive soul stuck in a world that plays rough. He is well-read and quick-witted, but deeply misunderstood. And he is beautiful, even when the world and he, himself say otherwise. A kind of Hamlet. Male-presenting. "FAT HAM"

TedraBoth genders45-50 y.o.African-American

Is Juicy's mother. Where Juicy is water, she is the hottest fire. She burns with passion for love and life. She thrives on entertaining and pleasing her people, but she burns for no one more fiercely than she does her son. A kind of Gertrude. Female-presenting. "FAT HAM"

RevBoth genders45-50 y.o.African-American

Is Tedra’s new husband and her dead ex-husband’s brother. Pig farmer and pit master. Electric. Proud. Demands respect. The biggest man in the room. A smooth-talker with a mean streak and a short temper. Likes to play with his food. A kind of Claudius. Also plays Pap. Male-presenting. "FAT HAM"

OpalBoth genders19-20 y.o.African-American

Is Juicy’s sister from another mister, and one of his only friends. Rabby’s daughter, more butch than femme. She’s got wild vision and big dreams for herself, even if everybody else thinks she’s crazy. She loves Juicy and worries about him. A kind of Ophelia. Female-presenting. "FAT HAM"

LarryBoth genders21-23 y.o.African-American

Is Juicy’s childhood friend. A marine just returned home, he appears the perfect son: earnest, respectful, and the picture of masculine physique. But he has a secret. He’s a bit awkward, and trying to heal from PTSD. A kind of Laertes. Male-presenting. "FAT HAM"

RabbyBoth genders40-45 y.o.African-American

Is Larry and Opal’s mother. Tedra’s friend. She’s churchy, but honestly she just wants to drink and praise the Lord. She knows what’s best for everybody else, and it’s her way or the highway. A kind of Polonius. Female-presenting. "FAT HAM"

TioBoth genders20-40 y.o.African-American Latino / Hispanic Other

Is Juicy’s cousin and oldest friend. He likes to party, and he’s not ashamed of his earthly delights. He’s smarter than he looks and sounds, and sees what others can’t and says what others won’t. A kind of Horatio. Black/African-American/Afro-Latinx, Male-presenting. "FAT HAM"

DELORIS VAN CARTIERBoth genders25-35 y.o.African-American

An aspiring performer trying to find both fame and a place in the world. When forced to hide in the convent, she initially refuses to embrace her new lifestyle but learns to embrace it when she works with the choir. Female-presenting. Vocal range F#5-E3. "SISTER ACT"

SISTER MARY ROBERTBoth genders18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

A postulant, abandoned as a baby and raised at the convent. Shy and soft-spoken but singing with Deloris lets her find her voice. Her wallflower lifestyle has made her live a shell of a life. Female-presenting. Vocal Range A5-F#3. "SISTER ACT"

SISTER MARY PATRICKBoth genders35-50 y.o.All ethnicities

A nun of the convent. Consistently perky, enthusiastic, and easily excitable. Female-presenting. "SISTER ACT"

SISTER MARY LAZARUSBoth genders50-70 y.o.All ethnicities

A nun of the convent and the head of the choir. Rather deadpan and the least welcoming of any of the nuns, she gets caught up in Deloris’s soul music. Female-presenting. Vocal Range B4-F3. "SISTER ACT"

ERNIE/MONSIGNOR O’HARA: ERNIEBoth genders45-60 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Curtis’s thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, he turns out to be an undercover police informant. Male-presenting O’HARA: One of the heads of the convent. He is constantly concerned with financial matters, though soul music surprisingly puts him in a different mood. Male-presenting. Vocal Range G4-E3. "SISTER ACT"

CURTISBoth genders30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

A club owner, notorious gangster, and Deloris’s boyfriend. Cocky and controlling, always on the verge of violence. Male-presenting. Vocal Range Ab4-A2. "SISTER ACT"

EDDIE SOUTHERBoth genders25-35 y.o.All ethnicities

The desk chief at the Philadelphia police station and a high school classmate of Deloris who helps get her into hiding. Faces a lot of nerves when under pressure, causing him to sweat profusely. He still yearns for Deloris after all these years, and dreams of being her hero. Male-presenting. Vocal Range B4-Ab2. "SISTER ACT"

TJBoth genders18-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Curtis’s nephew and one of his thugs. Deft and cognizant of the fact, constantly in a state of ignorant bliss. Male-presenting. Vocal Range Eb5-Db3. "SISTER ACT"

JOEYBoth genders30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Curtis’s thugs. Believes himself to be quite the ladies’ man. Male-presenting. Vocal Range Eb5-Bb2. "SISTER ACT"

PABLOBoth genders25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Curtis’s thugs. A natural follower, he constantly speaks in Spanish. Male-presenting. Vocal Range F5-C4. "SISTER ACT"

SISTER MARY MARTIN-OF-TOURSBoth genders40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

A nun of the convent. She is in her own world, but she has moments of surprising clarity. Female-presenting. "SISTER ACT"

SISTER MARY THERESABoth genders56-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A nun of the convent, the oldest of the group. Decrepit at a glance but secretly packs a punch. Female-presenting. Stage age range 60-70. "SISTER ACT"

MICHELLE/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Deloris’s backup singers. Lippy and always quick with a retort. Female-presenting. Vocal Range F5-Bb3. Will double as a nun. "SISTER ACT"

TINA/ENSEMBLEBoth genders20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

One of Deloris’s backup singers. A little thick and naive. Female-presenting. Vocal Range: F5-Ab3. Will double as a nun. "SISTER ACT"

NunsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Bar PatronBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Bar Denizen. ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

WaitressBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Bar Denizen. ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Pool PlayerBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Bar Denizen. ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Drag QueenBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Bar Denizen. ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Homeless PeopleBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Fantasy DancersBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

ENSEMBLE (6 roles: 3 female-presenting/3 male-presenting). "SISTER ACT"

Actors for Ingram Reading 1Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

INGRAM NEW WORKS STAGED READINGS

Actors for Ingram Reading 2Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

INGRAM NEW WORKS STAGED READINGS

Actors for Ingram Reading 3Both genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

INGRAM NEW WORKS STAGED READINGS