Actors Needed for "The Jury Experience" Play Audition
The Jury Experience: A 60-minute scripted play presented as a live courtroom trial. The audience serves as the jury, and the show features alternative endings based on their verdict. Rate: $828 rehearsal stipend per actor (including understudies) $340 per show day + catered meal Understudy Show Rate: $100 per show day + catered meal ($340 if actor called up) Additional info: Rehearsals: Richmond, VA | January 5-21, 2026 Shows: The Hippodrome Theater Two shows per date @ 6:30PM & 8:00PM Thursday, January 22nd Friday, January 30th Sunday, February 15th Friday, March 20th Friday, April 17th Notes: One paid pickup rehearsal will be scheduled prior to each subsequent show date. Character breakdowns for each part are within the slideshow. Each understudy will cover two roles. We are looking for non-union actors with the ability to work as Richmond, VA locals. Submissions due December 12 Auditions close December 19
6 roles
Each understudy will cover 2 roles.
Description: A young widow grappling with the loss of her husband, an emergency nurse killed in a cycling accident. Emotionally raw but composed in court, she balances grief with strength. Personality Notes: Heartbroken, grounded, empathetic; vulnerable yet resilient; deeply human. Appearance: Warm, relatable, understated; evokes sincerity and honesty.
Description: A brilliant but arrogant AI engineer with utilitarian beliefs and total confidence in his work. Self-assured, eloquent, and dismissive of those who don't understand his vision. Personality Notes: Egotistical, intelligent, detached from social norms; charming when speaking about technology, cold otherwise. Appearance: Clean-cut, tech-driven, slightly awkward or intense.
Description: A seasoned judge caught in the middle of a technological and ethical frontier. Thoughtful, reflective, and humane, he upholds authority without arrogance. His curiosity about AI shapes his decisions. Personality Notes: Calm, wise, occasionally philosophical; authoritative but approachable. Appearance: Distinguished, well-groomed, composed.
Description: A formidable defense attorney with sharp intellect and deep understanding of utilitarian philosophy. Analytical, passionate, and articulate, she’s a powerful counterpoint to the prosecution. Personality Notes: Intelligent, strategic, cool under
Description: A passionate defender of humanistic justice, combining empathy and ethical conviction with meticulous legal strategy. Calm, persuasive, and disarmingly warm, he excels at connecting with the jury. Personality Notes: Soft-spoken but commanding; appeals to logic and emotion; a teacher-like communicator with moral clarity. Appearance: Professional, articulate, grounded; approachable yet confident.
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