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Seeking Actors for "Medea" Show

Philadelphia, PA, United States
ID: 310559Exp: 5/17/2026
$714/week
Description:

The company is holding auditions for "Medea" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. Rate: $714 weekly minimum - 6 perf/week Additional info: First Rehearsal: January 5, 2027 Tech: January 29 - 31 Final Dress: February 2 First Preview: February 3 Opening Night: February 6 Closing: February 28 Ext. Closing: March 7, 2027 Please prepare two contrasting monologues in the style(s) of the pieces in heightened or stylized language. Please apply if interested.

4 roles

MedeaFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

A devilishly clever sorceress and a princess, Jason’s wife.

NurseFemale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Caretaker of the house & children. Nurse serves as Medea's confidant.

The ManMale18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

Will play all male roles: Creon - The king of Corinth, the father of Glauke, and the intended future father-in-law of Jason. Aegeus - The king of Athens (and future father of Theseus), who seeks help from Medea for his childlessness and who importantly offers her sanctuary in Athens. Tutor – The children’s tutor, worried about Medea’s state of mind. Jason - Medea’s husband. Messenger - Describes the deaths of Glauce & Creon in vivid detail.

Chorus of CorinthiansBoth genders18-96 y.o.All ethnicities

1-3 members of the Greek chorus.