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Looking for Equity Actors for 2025 -26 Season

New York, NY, United States
ID: 288013Exp: 7/1/2025
$914/week
Description:

Equity actors for roles in 2025 -26 Season. See breakdown below. Rate: COST $914 weekly minimum (Tier 1) Additional info: Audition break: 1:30PM - 2:30PM PREPARATION: Singers should prepare a song in a style from one of the shows from the season; bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided. Bring Headshot and resume stapled together. "West Side Story": Rehearsals start October 20, 2025. Show runs November 1, 2025 - November 9, 2025. "Hairspray": Rehearsals start February 16, 2026. Show runs February 28, 2026 - March 8, 2026. "Come From Away": Rehearsals start May 18, 2026. Show runs May 30, 2026 - June 7, 2026. EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. 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. If you are interested, please apply.

49 roles

ClaudeMale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range top: G4 "COME FROM AWAY"

BonnieFemale30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. Vocal range top: B4 "COME FROM AWAY"

BeulahFemale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. "COME FROM AWAY"

OzMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Vocal range top: G4 "COME FROM AWAY"

DougMale30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals. Vocal range top: E4 "COME FROM AWAY"

JaniceFemale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range top: E5 "COME FROM AWAY"

AnnetteFemale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

A local teacher at the Gander Academy and mother to a lot of children. Vocal range top: D4 "COME FROM AWAY"

GarthMale30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. Vocal range top: G4 "COME FROM AWAY"

BeverlyFemale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Vocal range top: C#5 "COME FROM AWAY"

DianeFemale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range bottom: D5 "COME FROM AWAY"

NickMale50-60 y.o.All ethnicities

An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Vocal range top: E4 "COME FROM AWAY"

Kevin TMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range top: G4 "COME FROM AWAY"

Kevin JMale30-50 y.o.All ethnicities

Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. "COME FROM AWAY"

BobMale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

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. "COME FROM AWAY"

HannahFemale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hanna waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Vocal range top: E5 "COME FROM AWAY"

Tracy TurnbladFemale18-20 y.o.White / Caucasian

Our story's unsuspecting protagonist, she is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined. A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor. Always on top of the latest trends. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Corny CollinsMale25-35 y.o.White / Caucasian

The charismatic host of the Corny Collins' Show. Good looking and smooth talking, he is a genuinely nice guy both on and off camera. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: D3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Edna TurnbladMale30-50 y.o.White / Caucasian

Tracy's big and blonde mother. She is a working housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Often played by a male in drag. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Penny PingletonFemale18-20 y.o.White / Caucasian

Tracy's best friend and dorky sidekick. Not the brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her mother's dominating control, she falls for Seaweed with childlike curiosity. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: A3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Velma Von TussleFemale45-55 y.o.White / Caucasian

Amber's mother and the director of Corny Collin's show. She is a devious taskmaster and snobby racist. The former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Amber Von TussleFemale18-20 y.o.White / Caucasian

Link's girlfriend and Tracy's nemesis. She is pretty, thin, shallow, snobby, and racist. Can't dance but is expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be the center of attention. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: A3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Link LarkinMale18-20 y.o.White / Caucasian

The star heartthrob on Corny Collins' show. He is extremely attractive and talented. Hoping to get his big break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Seaweed J. StubbsMale18-20 y.o.African-American

Tracy's classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky but surprisingly lovable. Talented in song and dance. He falls for Penny. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Motormouth MaybelleFemale40-50 y.o.African-American

Seaweed and Little Inez's mother, she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collin's Negro Day show. Big, blonde, beautiful and proud of it. She is sassy and confident. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Wilbur TurnbladMale55-65 y.o.White / Caucasian

Tracy's simpleminded and kind father. He owns a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else. He also loves his wife, Edna, very much. Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: A3 "HAIRSPRAY"

Prudy PingletonFemale40-50 y.o.White / Caucasian

Penny's strict mother. Very conservative, controlling, and closed minded. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: D4 "HAIRSPRAY"

TammyFemale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

BradMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

BrendaFemale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

SketchMale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

ShelleyFemale18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

OthersBoth genders18-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Corny Collins' Kids. Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

StudentsBoth genders18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

HookersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

ProtestorsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "HAIRSPRAY"

RiffMale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A spritely, quick-tempered leader. He seeks to eliminate the Sharks and establish his own gang's dominance. Tony's best friend, he is eventually murdered by Bernardo. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 "WEST SIDE STORY"

TonyMale25-30 y.o.All ethnicities

A romantic young man and former leader of the Jets, he has found a new lifestyle now. Tony finds himself violently torn between his friendships and love. Falls in love to Maria and meets an untimely death. Genuinely sweet and sincere. Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 "WEST SIDE STORY"

BernardoMale25-35 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

A proud, strong, handsome Puerto Rican man. Bernardo seeks to carve out territory as a sense of identity for he and his friends. Maria's brother and Anita's boyfriend. Leader of the Sharks. Vocal range top: Eb4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2 "WEST SIDE STORY"

MariaFemale18-21 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

A hopeless romantic and innocent young girl. She falls in love with Tony and finds herself at the center of the violent conflict between the two gangs. Bernardo's sister. Puerto Rican. Vocal range top: C6 Vocal range bottom: Bb3 "WEST SIDE STORY"

AnitaFemale25-30 y.o.Latino / Hispanic

Feisty and assertive. She dispenses "older sister" advice to Maria and tries to shield her from the dangers of the gangs. Bernardo's girlfriend and Maria's friend. Puerto Rican. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: F3 "WEST SIDE STORY"

ChinoMale20-25 y.o.All ethnicities

An angry and, at times, naive Shark who turns murderous and vengeful. Suitor to Maria and friend of Bernardo's. "WEST SIDE STORY"

AnybodysFemale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

A spunky tomboy who is desperate to become a member of the Jets. The other Jets mock her for her ambitions, but generally appreciate her company. Full of energy and heart. "WEST SIDE STORY"

DocMale60-75 y.o.All ethnicities

The owner of the candy store where the Jets hang out. He tries to guide the Jets youthful angst and provides a safe haven for Tony. Old fashioned and wise in his ways. "WEST SIDE STORY"

SchrankMale40-55 y.o.All ethnicities

A local police detective frustrated by the ongoing violence between the Jets and Sharks. Blunt, brash, and unapologetic. "WEST SIDE STORY"

KrupkeMale30-60 y.o.All ethnicities

The local beat cop. He has no patience for the gangs conflict and tries to keep tensions from erupting between them. Regularly mocked by the local gangs. "WEST SIDE STORY"

JetsMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "WEST SIDE STORY"

SharksMale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "WEST SIDE STORY"

Sharks GirlsFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "WEST SIDE STORY"

Jets GirlsFemale18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. "WEST SIDE STORY"