Theater Casting Call - Black Butterfly
ONLY LOCAL WINNIPEG TALENT Are you a beginner singer or dancer looking for real stage experience? Join Black Butterfly at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival! We are seeking new and emerging performers with talent in singing and Afrobeat or contemporary dance. No professional experience required—just passion, commitment, and a love for performance. About the Play Black Butterfly is a vibrant production exploring love, culture, and self-discovery through music and dynamic choreography. Why Volunteer? This unpaid opportunity offers: • Festival performance credit • Hands-on stage experience • Mentorship from directors • Networking with creatives • Resume and portfolio building Details Non-Union | Unpaid Rehearsals: TBD Performances: July 15 - 26th To Apply, send: • Headshot • Resume (if available) • 2-min intro video showing singing & dance Subject: Casting Submission – Your Name Your talent deserves a stage. Apply now!
8 role s
Lead. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Laide is thoughtful, introspective, and creatively cautious, torn between emotional depth and societal expectations, with a deep fear of instability. Skills: Exceptional monologue delivery, great acting skills, Afrobeat dance proficiency, and vocal dexterity in Afrobeat music a MUST.
Lead. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Free-spirited, creative, and charismatic, Chiwetel embraces the moment and values personal freedom, resisting labels and societal norms. Skills: Strong acting and dialogue delivery, expertise in Afrobeat dance, and vocal talent in Afrobeat and AfroSoul music; guitar skills are a plus.
Lead Role. Black or African Descent, Multiracial. Description: Ambitious, dependable, and traditional, Timi values structure and stability. Though his love for Laide is sincere, it often feels transactional. He flaunts his affluence and harbors a dangerously jealous streak. Skills: Exceptional acting skills, mastery of Afrobeat dance, and outstanding vocal talent in Afrobeat music.
Supporting Role. Cheerful, encouraging, and a hopeless romantic, she always supports Laide and urges her to follow her heart. Skills: Exceptional acting, dialogue delivery, Afrobeat dance expertise, and vocal ability in Afrobeat and AfroSoul music.
Supporting Role. Laide’s Friend. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Practical and focused on financial security, she prioritizes stability over romantic ideals, often with a touch of vanity. Skills: Strong performance skills, including acting, Afrobeat dance, and vocal talent in Afrobeat and AfroSoul; guitar proficiency is an advantage.
Supporting Role. Laide’s Mum. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Compassionate, nurturing, empathetic but torn between loyalty to her husband’s ideals and her daughter’s happiness. Skills: Skilled in acting, Afrobeat dance, and vocals with a focus on Afrobeat and AfroSoul music.
Supporting Role. Laide’s Dad. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Authoritative, protective, traditional, deeply rooted in cultural values. He sees his role as a provider and protector, valuing stability above emotional exploration. Skills: Strong performance skills, including acting, Afrobeat dance, and vocal talent in Afrobeat and AfroSoul.
Supporting Role. Chiwetel’s Friend. Black/African Descent or Multiracial. Charming, funny, supportive but often avoids serious matters. Acts as Chiwetel’s voice of reason, despite his carefree demeanor. Skills: Skilled in acting, Afrobeat dance, and vocals with a focus on Afrobeat and AfroSoul music; playing drum is a plus.
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