"Drunk Shakespeare" Production Seeking Performers

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Romeo and Juliet and Drunk Christmas Carol" a live theatre productions, looking for versatile performers for an ensemble role. See more details below. About the project: Drunk Shakespeare is an interactive theatrical experience in which five performers from the Drunk Shakespeare Society perform a play, with one cast member consuming multiple shots of alcohol during the performance. The productions include Drunk Romeo and Juliet and Drunk Christmas Carol. Performers will learn multiple tracks and collaborate with the director to develop their characters, showcase their individual strengths, and engage directly with the audience. Rate: - Weekly salary: $901.77 for eight or more shows per week, with 40 hours of rehearsal and administrative work across six days. - Additional performances: $100.79 per performance. - Additional non-performance hours: $21.22 per hour. Additional info: Location: Chicago, IL Date and Time: - Start date: November 23, 2026. - Schedule: Six days per week, with eight or more shows weekly and 40 hours of rehearsal and administrative work. Other details: Seeking: Strong, versatile ensemble performers with excellent comedic skills and magnetic stage presence. Actors must be comfortable playing a range of character types and expressions, engaging the audience, and working collaboratively as part of a rotating cast. Special requirement: Cast members are required to drink alcohol onstage approximately once per week. Strict drinking guidelines will be followed. Union: Actors’ Equity Association (AEA). If interested, submit your application with a headshot and resume ans use the subject line: CHI - [TRACK 2] - FIRST NAME LAST NAME.