Equity Actors Wanted for 2026 Season Musicals

To play preteen. The reigning spelling bee champion, returning to defend his title. A boy scout; he’s confident, athletic, charming and outgoing. He expects things to come easily to him. Puberty is now hitting at an inopportune time, and the unexpected hormonal changes could hinder his chances at winning this year. Doubles as JESUS who talks to Marcy. Tenor. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

To play preteen. The youngest of the spellers. A high-strung social justice warrior and political spitfire. She has a lisp but doesn’t let it slow her down. Seemingly polite and put together at most times, she’s incredibly stressed because of internal pressure and the pressure her two fathers put on her. She is very smart and practices harder than anyone. Mezzo/Alto belter. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

To play preteen. No one is more excited to be in the Bee; he was a second alternate and was surprised to get the call to compete. Home schooled along with his many siblings in a hippie family, he has an active imagination, but an inferiority complex and attention deficit disorder. Doubles as CARL DAD, one of Logainne’s two fathers. Tenor. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

To play preteen. A finalist last year, he was eliminated because of an allergic reaction to peanuts. His famous Magic Foot method of spelling has boosted him to spelling glory, even though he only has one working nostril that affects his speech and a touchy personality. Cocky but insecure, he is focused on winning and is not there to make friends. He has an oftenmispronounced last name: it is Bar-FAY, not BARF-ee. Character baritone. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

To play preteen. A recent transfer student who attends Catholic School, she is an overachiever, is good at everything and is expected to be. She speaks six languages, is a member of an all-American hockey team, a championship rugby player, plays Chopin and Mozart on multiple instruments, sleeps only three hours a night, hides in the bathroom cabinet, and is getting very tired of always winning. Soprano/belter with mix. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

To play preteen. A newcomer to the competition and single child to absentee parents, she loves words and spends most of her time daydreaming and alone reading her dictionary. There she finds peace and comfort. Polite and painfully shy, but sweet and positive. She’s thoughtful and very attentive to other spellers’ needs. Soprano/high mixed belt. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

Putnam County’s number one realtor and longtime spelling bee host. A former Spelling Bee champion, it was a highlight of her life, and she loves to reminisce about it. Well-liked and respected, she is sweet and proud of her accomplishments. Adept with improvisation and audience interaction, as she acts as our guide in explaining the rules and expectations throughout the night. Doubles as OLIVE’S MOM. Mezzo soprano with strong mix belt. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

A beleaguered and frustrated Vice Principal, who is filling in as guest judge after a five-year absence due to an ‘incident’. Indefinitely awaiting his promotion to Principal, he doesn't really care about spelling or the Bee but enjoys the slight power trip as judge. Hoping to redeem himself from his previous mishap but still has a curmudgeonly edge to him. Adept with improvisation and audience interaction. No solo singing. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

The ‘comfort counselor’ at the Bee, who offers eliminated students a juice box and shoulder to cry on. A fitness-focused gym teacher by day, he is new to this sport and able to question its absurdities in a way those more deeply involved have lost sight of. He may initially appear out of place and rigid, but he is deeply caring. Doubles as DAN DAD, one of Logainne’s two fathers, and OLIVE’S DAD. Soulful Baritenor who can riff. "THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE"

A charming, quick-witted, and confident gambler known for winning and taking risks. Sky is sophisticated and suave, yet capable of deep emotion, especially when it comes to his love interest, Sarah Brown. Vocal Range: B3 to E5. "GUYS & DOLLS"

A dedicated and sincere leader of the Save-a-Soul Mission, she strives to reform sinners and provide help to the less fortunate. Initially stern and proper, Sarah experiences a journey of personal discovery and love. Vocal Range: B3 to G5 "GUYS & DOLLS"

The slightly neurotic but lovable organizer of the oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York. He is perpetually engaged to Miss Adelaide, dodging marriage while navigating the challenges of his gambling life. Vocal Range: D4 to F5. "GUYS & DOLLS"

Nathan's long-suffering fiancée and a star performer at the Hot Box Club. She is humorous and kind-hearted, though frequently experiencing psychosomatic symptoms caused by her unyielding wait for Nathan to marry her. Vocal Range: A3 to E5. "GUYS & DOLLS"

A cheerful and well-loved gambler with a hearty appetite, he is one of Nathan Detroit's closest associates. Known for his positive outlook and infectious energy, especially highlighted in his show-stopping number, Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat. Vocal Range: D4 to B5. "GUYS & DOLLS"

Sarah Brown's kind and gentle grandfather, who works with her at the mission. He serves as a father figure and is wise, caring, and supportive. Vocal Range: D4 to F5. "GUYS & DOLLS"

Excellent singer with an alto or mezzo voice and a strong belt. Beulah is the quick-witted and big-hearted head of the Gander Legion. With a firefighter son of her own, she connects deeply with Hannah, walking with her to church and offering quiet strength. Mezzo — solid belt to B4. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong high mix/belt and soprano voice. Beverley is a pilot who has always loved flying, but everything changes for her on the day of the attacks. She later faces passengers too afraid to fly again, forcing her to confront her own fears. Doubles as ANNETTE, a teacher at the Gander Academy who helps Beulah care for the Plane People and occasionally escapes into whimsical fantasies. Strong mezzo — comfortable belt or mix to C#5. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong baritone voice. Bob is a street-smart New Yorker, skeptical of Gander’s small-town kindness and wary of being taken advantage of — but his outlook begins to shift as he experiences true generosity. Baritone. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong alto or second soprano voice. Bonnie is a no-nonsense mother of three and the head of the Gander SPCA. When she learns that animals have been left behind on the planes, she becomes relentless in her mission to rescue them — though her determination sometimes strains her relationship with her husband, Doug. Mezzo — belt to B4. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a rich, characterful baritone voice. Claude is the outgoing and well-loved mayor of Gander. He thrives on daily routines and traditions, but must quickly adapt when the town is thrown into crisis. Doubles as DERM, the mayor of nearby Appleton. Baritone — up to G4. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong alto belt and mix/soprano voice. Diane is a traditional divorcée from Texas, terrified that her son may have been flying during the attacks. When she learns he’s safe, she begins to rediscover a freer, more spontaneous side of herself. Warm, contemporary soprano — mix up to D5. "COME FROM AWAY"

Black, East Asian, Hispanic, Indigenous, Middle Eastern, North African, or South Asian. Excellent singer with a soulful belt and mix/soprano voice. Hannah is the mother of a Manhattan firefighter, anxiously awaiting news of his safety. She finds unexpected comfort and friendship in Beulah. Contemporary soprano — mix up to E5. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong character belt and comfortable mix/soprano. Comedy skills are a plus. Janice is a fresh-faced, eager local TV reporter thrown into the chaos of 9/11 on her first day. Naïve at first, she quickly comes to understand the weight of the moment. Contemporary soprano — strong pop belt, mix up to E5. "COME FROM AWAY"

MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian). Excellent singer with a rich baritenor or second tenor voice. Kevin J is Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. He’s sarcastic and tightly wound, eager to get home to New York. Doubles as ALI, an Egyptian chef and airplane passenger with a generous heart. Baritenor or tenor 2. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong tenor voice. Kevin T is the head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, traveling with his partner, Kevin J. Deeply moved by the kindness of Gander’s residents, he begins to question his life’s purpose and values. Doubles as GARTH, the head of the bus drivers’ union. Contemporary tenor — up to G4. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a characterful baritenor or tenor voice. Nick is a reserved English oil engineer whose life is unexpectedly changed when he falls for Diane. Doubles as DOUG, Bonnie’s husband and an air traffic controller. Pop baritone or baritenor — up to E4. "COME FROM AWAY"

Excellent singer with a strong pop tenor voice. Oz is a quirky and lovable constable on the two-person Gander police force. When the town’s population doubles overnight, Oz rises to the challenge in unexpected ways. Doubles as JOEY, a rambunctious, fun-loving passenger who enjoys a drink. Tenor — up to G4. "COME FROM AWAY"