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October 18, 2007

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Drury Lane Oakbrook’s dancers chorus call for THE GOODBYE GIRL Oct. 30, at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Female dancers at 10am; sign-up 9:30am. Male dancers at 12:30pm; sign-up at 12 noon. See Equity website for character breakdown. Be warmed up and ready to dance at call time. Prepare 16 bars of a musical theatre song in case you are asked to sing. Bring music in your key; an accompanist provided. Bring H/R. William Osetek will attend with casting authority. No Appointments; this is a chorus call. Equity members will be seen first.

Dodger Theatricals’s dancers chorus call for JERSEY BOYS Nov. 1, Lou Conte Studios, 1147 W. Jackson. Seeking male and female dancers who sing extremely well, strong pop sensibility, comfortable with tight harmonies. Especially seeking male dancers who play instruments and have strong falsetto. Males at 10am; sign-up 9:30am. Females at 2pm; sign-up 1:30pm. Be warmed up, ready to dance at call time. Men flat dance shoes. Women: character heels. Prepare golden oldies song from 50s/60s; bring your music book. Accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Casting Director Merri Sugarman has casting authority. No Appointments. Equity members seen first.

Dodger Theatricals’s singers chorus call for JERSEY BOYS Nov. 2 at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking versatile male and female singers with strong pop sensibility, comfortable with tight harmonies. Especially seeking male singers who play instruments and have strong falsetto. Males 10 AM; sign-up 9:30. Females 2 PM; sign-up 1:30. Prepare golden oldies song of 50s/60s; bring your music book. Accompanist provided. You may be asked to dance. Men bring flat dance shoes. Women bring character heels. Bring H/R. Casting Director Merri Sugarman has casting authority. Dancers chorus call Nov. 1. No Appointments. Equity members seen first.

Fireside Theatre auditions for ANYTHING GOES Nov. 12, 10am –4pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark, 15th floor. Seeking male and female actor/singers. See Equity website for character breakdown. Prepare a song from the show, or any other Cole Porter song. Bring music in your key; accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Artistic Director Ed Flesch will attend with casting authority. First rehearsal Feb. 25; runs Mar, 13-May 18. Appointments will be taken by the Equity office beginning Nov. 6. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am -12:30pm and 3-4:30pm only.

From the October 15 Update:

Drury Lane Oakbrook auditions for THE GOODBYE GIRL and SWEET CHARITY Oct. 26, 10am-4pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking male and female actors/singers/dancers for principal and chorus roles, including 3 girls to play 10-12. See Equity website for character breakdown. Prepare 2 contrasting musical theatre songs, 16 bars each. Bring music; accompanist provided. Bring H/R. William Osetek and Gary Griffin will attend with casting authority. Appointments will be beginning 9:30am, Oct. 19. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am-12:30pm and 3-4:30om only.

From the Oct. 11 Update:

St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre season auditions Oct. 15, 11am-4pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark, 15th floor. Seeking male and femael actors for classical and contemporary main stage productions. See Equity website for season titles and character breakdown. Prepare a classical and a contemporary monologue, or 2 contemporary monologues. Bring 2 H/R. Ron Himes, Chris Anthony, and Segun Ojewuyi will attend with casting authority. Appointments taken by the Equity office beginning Oct. 10. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am-12:30pm and 3-4:30pm only.

non-equity

The Side Project seeks one woman with ballet and movement skills, in addition to another woman and one man for Jesse Weaver’s ON MY PARENTS’ ONE HUNDREDTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. Directed by House Theatre’s Matt Hawkins. Auditions Nov. 17, 2:30-6:30pm and Dec. 8, 10-2pm. Wear clothes you can move in and prepare one monologue of any kind. Runs Sun-Weds, April 13-May 7; with possible extension.

Audience interactive comedy opening Jan. 7. Auditions Nov. 11 and 18, 9a,-4pm. Prepare a 1 minute comedic monologue. H/R accepted on site. Reserve time call 312/255-1931. Auditions at Shiel Park. 3505 N. Southport Ave. Seeking one male, one female. Paid. Any type, any age welcomed.

Child’s Play Touring Theatre seeking Actors for local and national tours. Auditions Nov. 19. Call 773/235-8911 Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm for appointment. More details: www.cptt.org.

Gift Theatre Company is accepting H/R submissions for THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Kevin Fox. Material requires intelligent actors great with text. Commitment mid-Jan to mid-May. Auditions Oct. 27, 11am-7pm at the Gift. E-mail H/R to judascasting@gmail.com for consideration. Actors of all ethnicities are welcome and encouraged to submit. Hard copy submissions c/o Judas Casting at Gift, 4802 N Milwaukee, Chgo 60630 -by Oct 22.

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble auditions for RABBIT HOLE by David Lindsay-Abaire. Role of Becca is cast. Roles are non-equity, paid. Seeking women 30s-60s. Males 17ish-40s. Prepare a two minute contemporary monologue. Runs Feb. 15-March 9. Auditions Nov. 10. Call 630/942-3008 for appointment.

BackStage Theatre Company general auditions for BLOODY BESS; A TALE OF PIRACY AND REVENGE Nov. 10, 12:30-3:30pm. Stage combat experience preferred. To reserve an audition time e-mail backstagetheatreco@hotmail.com and indicate which half hour time slot would work best for you. For more information and character breakdown visit www.backstagetheatrecompany.org and click “Auditions.”

Open Auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT Dec. 1, 1-5pm at The James Downing Theatre, 6740 N. Oliphant, Chicago. Cold readings from script. Need 6 women and 9 men playing 64 roles ages 21-70. Minimal rehearsals in Dec. three weekly rehearsals starting Jan. 7 until opening Feb. 9. Questions? 773/929-7512 or floydamay@aol.com.

Citadel Theatre Generals: Casting 9 women and 4 men, 40–60, 3 men and 1 woman 20s. Auditions 9am-1pm Nov. 10 at Theatre Building Chicago, 1-4pm Nov. 11 at Gorton Center, Lake Forest. Positions paid. Prepare 1 1/2 min. contemporary monologue. E-mail auditions@citadeltheatre.org for appointment. www.citadeltheatre.org.

American Players Theatre’s Chicago auditions for 2008 repertory season including MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM; AH, WILDERNESS; HENRY IV; WIDOWERS’ HOUSES; THE BELLE’S STRATAGEM auditions are Nov. 26 and 27 by appointment only. Seeking Hermia and Titania (MIDSUMMER), Richard and Nat Miller (AH, WILDERNESS), Hotspur (HENRY IV) and 6 apprentices. Season runs May 6-Oct. 5. Do Not Submit unless available for entire season. Equity, Non-AEA and Apprentice positions are salaried and include housing. Classical experience required. Mail H/R to APT, Chicago Audition, PO Box 819, Spring Green, WI 53588. Deadline Nov. 15.

From the October 15 Update:

R.Ed.I. Arts and Education Foundation auditions at Chicago Academy For the Arts, 1010 W. Chicago Ave., Oct. 27. Seeking actor, singer, dancers 14 – 23. For more information visit www.redifoundation.org and view the short video. To schedule an audition appt. call 630/879-0244 before Oct. 26.

Padre Entertainment is seeking black actors and actresses for childrens Christmas show THE DAY SANTA CANCELED CHRISTMAS. Opens Dec. 5 at The Chicago Center For The Performing Arts. Daytime work. Shows start at 10:30am and last about an hour. There is show pay and a rehearsal stipend. E-mail H/R to padrentertainmnt@aol.com.

Drama Group in Chicago Heights auditions for the FUNNY MONEY by Ray Cooney Oct. 29 and Oct. 30, 7:30-10pm. Casting 5 men and 3 women. More info at www.dramagroup.org.

James Downing Theatre in Edison Park seeking actors, men and women, 19-45, who have previously acted in GODSPELL. Production runs Sat. and Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 16. E-mail H/R to Jerry Miller at gaev5@comcast.net.

First Folio Shakespeare Festival seeking H/R for actor apprentices for JEEVES INTERVENES and DRIVING MISS DAISY, Jan./March and April/May productions. Will participate in the rehearsal process and understudy the major roles, do tech work and participate as running crew/dressers for the run. Seeking following for each show: Jeeves: 2 men –1 woman 20s-30s understudy Bertie and Eustace, 1 man 40s-50s understudy Jeeves and Sir Rupert. One woman, 20s-30s understudy Gertie and Aunt Agatha. Two men – one 30s understudy Boolie, 1 African American 30s-50s understudy Hoke. One woman 30s-50s understudy Miss Daisy. Send H/R to firstfolio@firstfolio.org subject of “Jeeves Apprentice OR Daisy Apprentice (or both)” Deadline Oct. 20 for consideration for Jeeves. Stipend paid.

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble auditions for RABBIT HOLE by David Lindsay-Abaire. Role of Becca is cast. Roles are non-equity, paid. Seeking women mid to late 30s; 60s and men 17ish; 40s. Prepare a two minute contemporary monologue. Run dates: Feb. 15-March 9. Auditions are Nov. 10. Call 630/942-3008 for appointment.

Gilbert & Sullivan’s IOLANTHE auditions Dec. 8 or Jan. 12, 2-5pm at Goodspeed Hall, 4th floor, 1010 E. 59th St., Chicago. Fully staged at University of Chicago Thrisa Hodits, director; William White, conductor. Performances Mar. 14 – 16. Modest stipends for principals. Contact: Mark Johnson 773/947-0282, markj5525@gmail.com or Bob Green 847/884-8709, bgreen4he@aol.com.

Actors of all race and age needed for various theatre productions, send H/R to Alan Stock, 1235A. N Clybourn #149, Chicago Il. 60610. Auditions start Oct. 18. Immediate work. Pay.

Dramatis Personae seeks male and female actors, 20s, of all ethnicities for March production of THAT OTHER CRAZY BABY, a night of three one-acts by this year’s Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire. Auditions Nov. 6, 7-10PM and Nov. 10, 10AM-Noon at Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee Ave. E-mail H/R to DramatisPersonaeCasting@gmail.com for an appointment.

From the Oct. 11 Update:

Goodman Theatre Open Call for THE BOYS ARE COMING HOME. Oct. 15, 10am-4pm at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St. AEA and NON-AEA actors welcome. Performers should prepare one-minute monologue and 16 bars (accompanist provided). Appointments given that day on a first-come/first-served basis starting at 10 am. Do not call Goodman to schedule. For more info – www.goodmantheatre.org.

TUTA Theatre Chicago, UNCLE V ANYA auditions by appointment at 2032 W. Fulton Ave. Seeking both Equity and non-Equity. Casting the following roles: Serebryakov, Aleksandr Vladimirovich retired professor. Elena Andreyevna young, beautiful second wife, 27. Sofia Alexandrovna plain daughter from first marriage. Voinitskaya, Maria Vasilievna widow of privy councillor, mother of first wife. Voinitsky, Ivan Petrovitch (“Uncle Vanya”) – Sonia’s uncle, and Maria Vasilievna’s son. Astroff, Michail Lvovich – a doctor. Telegin, Ilya Ilyitch impoverished landowner. Marina old nurse. A Workman. Rehearsals will begin Jan. 8 and the show will run March 13–April 13 at Chopin Theatre, Downstairs Space. Contact Info: Send H/R to:TUTA Theatre Chicago, 2032 W. Fulton Ave, #F-263-A, Chicago, IL 60612.

Paid corporate industrials seeking energetic male and female actors, dancers, and models 18-45 for corporate events. All events well paid! First event evening of Oct. 27, but also looking for talent for future events. Audition/interview is Oct. 16, 3-8pm at Sheil Park, 3505 N. Southport in Chicago. Bring H/R. Call Live Event Productions to schedule an audition appointment. 312/464-0330 (union/nonunion)

Illinois Shakespeare Festival seeks actors for its 2008 summer season: TAMING OF THE SHREW, TITUS ANDRONICUS, and COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED). Non-AEA auditions Nov. 17-18 at Roosevelt Univ. Actors of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to submit materials. For audition appointment send H/R to Artistic Director, ISF, Campus Box 5700, Normal, IL 61790-5700.

People’s Theater of Chicago auditioning male actors for Edd Crosby Wells play FLOWERS OUT OF SEASON. Seeking handsome male actor with commanding presence and charm, 20s-30s. Previews Jan. 3-6 and runs four weeks beginning Jan10. Auditions Oct. 16, 6-10pm. Call backs Oct. 17, 6-10pm. For more information and to schedule an audition; send H/R to madridstangelo@yahoo.com.

Entertainment Project auditions for all types, ages 10-100, for BEST CHRISTMAS PAGENT EVER at Gorilla Tango, Oct. 27, 1-4pm. Prepare a short comedic monologue. Walk-ups welcome, or contact Renae at 773/682-6133 or renae@tepchicago.com for more info or to schedule an appointment. No pay.

Music On Stage auditions for CRAZY FOR YOU Nov. 4-5, callbacks Nov. 6 at Cutting Hall, Palatine. Seeking 5 men, 4 women and 15-20 ensemble cast. Prepare to sing 16-32 bars of music from the show and bring your tap shoes for a dance audition. Accompanist provided. Call Ann Stewart at 847/526-2493 after Oct. 15 to schedule appt. Run dates Feb. 16-Mar. 2. www.musiconstage.org.

Circle Theatre auditions for BOY, directed by Chris Arnold. Seeking 1 man and 1 woman 20s-30s, 1 man and 1 woman 40s -60s, and one young man to play 17 years old. Auditions by appointment on Nov. 11, 2-6pm and, Nov. 12, 6-10pm. Callbacks Nov. 15, 7-10pm. Rehearsals begin Nov. 19. Runs Jan. 11-Feb. 24. is some pay. Prepare one or two contemporary monologues (your choice) 3 minutes total. For an audition, call Circle Theatre’s audition line 708/771-3299 ext. 2, 11am-2pm M-F. We will begin accepting appointments after Oct. 20.

Bailiwick Rep seeks great looking guys – all ages and ethnicities – who are funny, and move and sing well for BARENAKED LADS 3, directed by John Cardone. Send H/R to barenakedbailiwick@gmail.com, or mail to BNL, 1229 W Belmont, Chicago, IL 60657.

Bailiwick Rep seeks four women for Theresa Rebeck’s SUNDAY ON THE ROCKS, kicking off the 2008 Second Sex Series in January 2008. Rehearsals start in Nov. All four women are late 20s to early 30s. E-mail H/R to BailiwickCasting@gmail.com. Place SUNDAY in the Subject Line. If you submitted for the Second Sex reading series, just send a note of interest with your name and phone number in the body of the e-mail.

Goodman Theatre Open Call for THE BOYS ARE COMING HOME, Oct. 15, 10am-4pm at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn Street. AEA and NON-AEA actors welcome. Prepare one-minute monologue and 16 bars (accompanist provided). Appointments given that day on a first-come/first-served basis starting at 10am. Do not call Goodman to schedule. For more info – www.goodmantheatre.org.

Gorilla Tango Theatre auditions for CAROLE WHITE & THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS, an original dark comedy. Nov. 3, 10am-1pm. Prepare 2-minute serio-comic monologue. Casting: 2 women and 8 men, all types, 18+ only. H/R preferred. Auditions at theatre: 1919 N. Milwaukee Ave. More info: www.gorillatango.com; schedule appointment at amazingsammoproductions@comcast.net. No pay.

Padre Entertainment is seeking black actors and actresses for THE DAY SANTA CANCELED CHRISTMAS. Opens Dec. 5 at The Chicago Center For The Performing Arts. Daytime work. Shows start at 10:30am and last about an hour. There is show pay and a rehearsal stipend. Send H/R to padrentertainmnt@aol.com before Oct. 31.

NightBlue Theater open call auditions for LITTLE WOMEN, performances Feb. 2008. All rehearsals and performances outside the city. Public transportation is available and ride assistance as well. Especially interested in actors 12-18 for the parts of Amy, Beth, and Laurie and some of the dream parts. Auditions at 11976 Holly Ct., Oct. 20, 1-2pm. Callbacks immediately after. Sign-up for slots at 12:30pm. E-mail paul@nightbluetheater.com for more info.

film/tv

Hour Story Productions casting for 20s-60s males, 20s-60s black females, and children 11-14 for educational anti-violence feature short targeted to primary and second school students. Shooting in Nov. Auditions are invitation only. Send H/R to MarkArmstrong62@aol.com (keep files around 300 KB) or Greater Chicagoland Hip-Hop Film Office, c/o Mark F. Armstrong, Director, 11706 S. Throop St., Chicago, IL 60643-5125. No upfront pay for this no-budget project, but huge pay-off on back end via career-advancing experience.

From the October 15 Update:

Casting for short to film in late Oct. Seeking male and female to play 27-33, two “muggers” to play mid 30s. Must be comfortable with a highly physical fight scene that will involve knife play. Auditions 4-6pm, Oct. 20. Send H/R to silverxsmith@yahoo.com for consideration.

From the Oct. 11 Update:

Columbia College graduate production seeking African-American female, late 20s to early 30s; African-American male, early-to-mid 30s for leading roles in a short film about the power and consequences of seduction. Open audition Oct. 18 at 1104 S. Wabash, room 313, 5-9pm. E-mail H/R to sunnyedaze45@hotmail.com or contact 773/330-2975.

Wexler Productions now casting for a short film, GROUP WORKS, mockumentary about aspiring screenwriters. Seaking H/R for 6 males ages 30-50 (one of Indian descent, one African American, four Caucasian), 1 male 60-70, 1 female 20-30, 1 female 40-50. Send H/R to b.wexler@usa.net or 3329 N. Seeley av. Chicago IL 60618 attention “Groupworks casting”.

dancers/singers/musicians

Season’s Greetings, a professional Christmas caroling group now in its sixth year, is seeking classically trained singers who sight read, have great performance energy and their own vehicle. Auditions are Nov. 2, afternoon and evening. Prepare 1-2 classical pieces. 773/508-5759.

Child’s Play Touring Theatre piano players, Ability to underscore, sight-read, and Improv a plus. Auditions Nov. 19. Call 773/235-8911 Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm for appointment. More details: www.cptt.org.

From the October 15 Update:

Beverly Arts Center auditions for performance of excerpts from THE NUTCRACKER BALLET Nov. 2, 6:30pm, Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St. Seeking ages 10-17. To schedule audition call 773/445-3838 x 205. Excerpts to be performed Dec. 21. Auditions are required. Ballet experience is a must! A small participation fee will be required for those who are chosen.

From the October 11 Update:

Quest Theatre Ensemble seeks a music director for their upcoming production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. E-mail your resume for consideration email. You may also call 312-458-0895 Ext. 1 and leave your name, phone number and e-mail. Visit www.questensemble.org for more info. There is pay.

The Big Apple Circus Clown CareSM program is looking to hire professional, experienced solo variety artists specializing in skills such as music, physical comedy, improvisation, magic, juggling, clowning, puppetry etc. to perform in hospitals & private events in the Chicago area. Applicants should be mature and sensitive. Please mail or e-mail resume, letter of interest and performer photo to Peter Rivera, Big Apple Circus, 505 Eighth Ave., 19th Floor, New York, NY 10018 or e-mail privera@bigapplecircus.org. No phone calls.

tech/interns/scholarships/grants

The Entertainment Project is looking for a lighting designer. Candidate must be competent working with intelligent lighting. Send cover letter and resume to Timothy Kiernan at mrk@tepchicago.com.

Not Quite Coy Productions seeks a stage manager, Set Designer, Lighting Designer and Costumer for a new comedy about being a single woman debuting at The Athenaeum Theatre. Five-week run beginning March 2008. There is pay. E-mail cover letter and resume to notquitecoy@gmail.com . Designers are encouraged to email photos from past productions. Nov. 9 submission deadline.

Actors Revolution Theatreseeking a qualified stage manager and qualified set designer for their upcoming production of THE DROWNED WORLD by Gary Owen. Open’s Jan. 18. Rehearsals start last week of Nov. E-mail resume to Jeff at admin@actorsrevolutiontheatre.com.

From the October 15 Update:

Seeking stage managers for a variety of projects. Projects (and pay) vary. Contact Paul Barile at prbarile@sbcglobal.net.

Padre Entertainment is seeking set designers and a stage manager for an upcoming children’s Christmas show opening Dec. 5 at The Chicago Center For The Performing Arts. We are specifically looking for designers who can build and paint. Send resume to padrentertainmnt@aol.com. There is pay.

Theo Ubique seeks assistant stage manager for its upcoming production of CABARET AT THE NO EXIT. Decent pay, per show. Call Fred at 773/370-0235 for immediate consideration.

From the Oct. 8 Update:

Around the Coyote seeking volunteers for 2007 Winter Festival. Disciplines you can help out with include the Visual Arts, Theatre, Film & Video, Music, and Literary. There are a variety of locations. Volunteers will receive a Fall 2007 Festival t-shirt, a one day pass to the festival for everyday you volunteer, and admission to our opening night party! Volunteer online at aroundthecoyote.org/support/fall2007_volunteer.asp. Spots are filling up fast so volunteer today.

directors/producers

Looking for a Director experienced in directing 3 one act plays to be showcased in a small Chicago theater in January for approximately 4 weeks. Payment: 1/3 of the net profit and get to feature 1 play in part of the 3 acts. Send resume to casting900@yahoo.com. Submission deadline Oct. 23.

playwrights/submissions

Greasy Joan invites playwrights to participate in their Contemporary Classics Series, a program aimed at creating new adaptations of classic plays or stories. The program will culminate in a staged reading series for the public in August of 2008. Interested writers should contact Patrick King, Literary Manager, c/o Greasy Joan & Co., 2936 N Southport Ave, 60657, or at literary@greasyjoan.org by Nov. 1 with a resume, a two page project proposal, and a ten-page sample of your work. Playwrights will receive a commissioning fee.

Raven Theatre is now accepting full-length play submissions for their 2007-2008 Workshop Series. See RavenTheatre.com for guidelines and details. The Workshop Series is a semi-annual event allowing Raven to see promising Chicago-area playwrights and directors through a fully-realized, 3-day workshop process. Oct. 31 deadline. Guidelines at www.RavenTheatre.com.

actors nights

Apple Tree Theatre is offering free industry tickets to TWILIGHT OF THE GOLDS for Oct. 18 and 19, 7:30pm, Oct. 21, 2pm and 6pm. For reservations e-mail jshort@appletreetheatre.com or calling 847/432.4335.

Provision Theater is offering $10 industry tickets to CS LEWIS ON STAGE starring Bradley Armacost for all performances, available the day of the show, at the door only. Bring proof of industry status (Equity card, H/R, official business card). Show runs Nov. 15-Dec. 23, Royal George Theater, 1641 N. Halsted Street. Full performance schedule available at www.provisiontheater.org.

NightBlue Announces Actor Night for the ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE at the Elbo Room Lounge on Nov. 4. Bring your H/R and receive $2 off the $12 admission, plus get a free prop kit! Mention this ad when you turn in your H/R.

From the October 15 Update:

THE BROTHER (Hancock Productions) is offering $5 Industry tickets to the Thursday, Oct. 18, 7:30pm performance at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont. Industry members can also attend any Thursday 7:30pm or Sunday 3pm performance for $10. Call the box office at 773/327-5252 and mention Industry Offer.

NIGHT, MOTHER (Hancock Productions) is offering $5 Industry tickets to the, Oct. 21, 7pm performance at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont. Industry members can also attend any Sunday 7pm performance for $10. Call the box office at 773-327-5252 and mention Industry Offer.

From the Sepember 17 Update:

First Folio Shakespeare Festival actors nights for THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18. All performances are at 8pm. $5 tickets will be offered to industry professionals on an as available basis. Tickets must be reserved on the day of the performance. Must bring a H/R, tech resume, or business card indicating employment with a professional theater company. Performances are at Mayslake Hall, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31 St., Oak Brook. Tickets may be reserved by calling 630/986-8067.

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CreatiVision Entertainment auditions for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Sept. 17, 9:30am-2:30pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking fit male and female actors with dance ability; pop/rock singers preferred. See Equity website for role availability. Prepare 32 bars uptempo, contemporary or vintage, pop/rock song in style of show. Bring music; accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Director Steve Hildebrand, vocal director Roberta Duchak, choreographer Brenda Didier have casting authority. First rehearsal Sept. 25; show runs Oct. 12-Dec. 3. Appointments taken by Equity office beginning Sept. 10. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am-12:30pm and 3-4:30pm only.

CreatiVision Entertainment dancers call for ROCKY HORROR SHOW Sept. 17. See remainder of notice below under Dancers.

From the September 4 Update:

Contemporary American Theatre (CATCO), Columbus, Ohio auditions for CROWNS Sept. 12, 1-4pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking African-American female actors/singers/dancers. See Equity website for character breakdown. Prepare 2 contrasting one-minute monologues and a gospel or show tune relevant to the show. “Yolandas” should also sing jazz/hip-hop. Bring music; accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Director Ilesha Duncan has casting authority. First rehearsal Oct. 25; the show runs Nov. 23-Dec. 16; possible extension to Dec. 30. Appointments taken by Equity office beginning Sept, 5. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am-12:30pm and 3-4:30pm only.

Theatre at the Center season auditions Oct. 1 and 2, 10am-1:30pm at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking male and female actors for principals and singing chorus. Prepare a song that fits with the season—your choice. Bring music; accompanist provided. Be prepared to do short monologue (1 minute max) if asked. Bring H/R. Artistic director Bill Pullinsi, choreographer Stacey Flaster and music director Bill Underwood have casting authority. Appointments taken by Equity beginning Sept. 24. Call 312/641-0406, 9:30am-12:30pm and 3-4:30pm only.

National Tour of DIRTY DANCING a dance chorus call Sept. 17 at Lou Conte Dance Studios, 1147 W. Jackson. Seeking male and female ensemble dancers. See Equity website for breakdown. Males 10am; sign-up begins 9:30am. Wear jazz shoes—clothes should not be baggy. Females called 2pm; sign-up begins 1:30pm. Wear dance shoes with heel and a sexy skirt you can move in. Be warmed up, ready to dance at call time. If you sing, bring music; prepare classic 50s/60s pop/rock song. Accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Howie Cherpakov of Stanczyk/Cherpakov Casting has casting authority. First rehearsal June 23; tour premieres in Chicago Sept. No appointments. Equity members seen first.

National Tour of DIRTY DANCING singers chorus call, Sept. 19 at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark, 15th floor. Seeking male and female ensemble singers and featured ensemble. See Equity website for breakdown. Call begins at 10am; sign-up begins 9:30am. Prepare an uptempo classic pop or rock song from the 50s/60s. Bring music; accompanist provided. If auditioning for Mrs. Schumaker, prepare short contemporary, character-appropriate comic monologue. Bring H/R. Howie Cherpakov of Stanczyk/Cherpakov Casting has casting authority. First rehearsal June 23; tour premieres in Chicago Sept., 2008. No appointments. Equity members seen first.

non-equity

Li’l Buds Theatre Company is casting for original holiday family show, TINSEL! THE MUSICAL. RUNS Nov. 24-Dec. 30 at Theatre Building Chicago. Seeking energetic actors with strong singing voices – all types, minorities highly encouraged. Auditions are Oct. 1, 7pm-10pm, e-mail H/R to casting@lilbudstheatre.org. www.lilbudstheatre.org.

Faye’s Keylight Theatre company is seeking actors and actresses for fall production. Diverse background desired (Hispanic, White and African American). Production is be presented on Chicago’s South Side. Contact Faye’e Keyligh Theatre Company c/o blewis@adasmckinley.org. for further info.

Corn Productions is seeking a replacement actress (any age) who can sing for their fall children’s show which opens Sept. 15 and runs Sat. and Sun at 2pm until Nov. 11. Rehearsals primarily Sat. and Sun. from 11am-3pm and Tues.-Thurs. at 7pm, until we open. Must have open schedule. No pay. Call or e-mail for an audition to 312/409-6435 (line 1) or cornauditions@gmail.com.

Adventure Stage Chicago seeking older (40+), non-Equity male African American to play 70 year old West Indian. Must be athletic and capable of distinct dialect. Also looking for short non-Equity Caucasian male (late teens-early 20’s) to play 11 year old. Auditions for THE CAY are on Sept. 10. Send H/R to Melissa Pryor at vittumcasting@gmail.com to reserve a slot.

Saint Sebastian Players are auditioning to fill out cast for Oct./Nov. production of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM. Seeking one male, 30 – 50, tenor/baritone principal and another 2 males any age for movement farce roles and 4 females, 20-30 for dancing chorus roles. General call Sept. 15, 11am-1pm. Call for appt 773/404-7922 ext. 1

Godspell audtions. Seeking males 20 to 35 for Edison Park Theatre’s production of Godspell. Show runs Sat. and Sun., Nov. 24-Dec. 23 matinee. Auditions at 1pm, Sept. 2 at the James Downing Theatre, Edison Park United Methodist Church, 6740 N. Oliphant Chicago. There is some pay for principals. For a slot call Jerry Miller at 773/426-1168.

From the September 4 Update:

Lyric Opera of Chicago auditions Sept. 8, 3pm for male and female commedia dell’arte style acrobatic clowns for Puccini’s LA BOHEME directed by Renata Scotto. Looking for 3 acrobats and 1 cover who can juggle, cartwheel, walk on their hands, flip or do other acrobatic tricks. Individuals or self contained acts will be considered. Prepare 1-2 minutes of entertainment. Bring any equipment necessary to demonstrate your abilities (clubs, balls, etc.) with you to the audition. Acrobats will be hired on an AGMA Actor per call contract. Call 312-827-3538 for more information.

Ludicrous Theatre Company auditions for RADIO T.B.S. (Trailer Park Broadcasting Scandals) by Mark Landon Smith on Sept. 7, 6-9pm and Sept. 8, 1-4pm. Call for location and to schedule an Appt. Bring H/R. Cold readings. Looking for men and women all ages/types. Call 630/674-4694 for more info.

ArtCraft Theatre Projects auditions for its early Dec. production of AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS. Prepare two pieces to sing. Need soprano, child soprano and three baritones. To schedule audition appointment, or for more info, please call 708/421-1296 or visit www.artcrafttheatre.org.

Actors wanted: “Monodogs of War” will accept the first 17 actors who respond with a postcard. Include e-mail address to be considered. Send postcard to Paul Barile 4261 W. Addison, Chicago, IL 60641. Indicate that you are an actor.

Li’l Buds Theatre Company is casting for original holiday family show, TINSEL! THE MUSICAL, running Nov. 24-Dec. 30 at the Theatre Building Chicago. Looking for energetic actors with strong singing voices – all types, minorities highly encouraged. Auditions are Oct. First 7-10pm, e-mail H/R to casting@lilbudstheatre.org. www.lilbudstheatre.org.

Performing Arts Center of Dominican University auditions for NOISES OFF and 4 short Beckett plays. Sept. 15 11am-2pm. Bring H/R. Prepare contemporary comedic monologue for Noises Off and/or a Beckett piece for Beckett. Call 708/524-6516 for an appointment and other info. There is pay.

The flaming dames, chicago burlesque group auditions for their holiday revue on, Sept. 8, 1-3pm at National Pastime Theater, 4139 N. Broadway, Chicago. Come prepared to dance, bring H/R, and expect a short interview with the director beforehand. Looking for all types and experience levels. Shows run Nov. 9-Jan. 4, Friday nights only, 10:30pm curtain. Positive attitude as important as your dancing. For audition slot, call 312/458-9083.

Booze. Broads. Bullets. Blitzen. Auditions for SIN-TA CLAUS CITY, a hard boiled, noirish Xmas tale Sept. 10 and 11 at Sheil Park. Need all shapes, sizes, races and types. Call 312/458-9083 for timeslot.

AlphaBet Soup Children’s Theatre seeking actors for 20th anniversary shows, SLEEPING BEAUTY & The CHRISTMAS TOYSHOP. Call the ABS office: 630/932-1555 for appointment. This is daytime, paid work for adult actors. Car is a plus. There is rehearsal pay. Looking for all sizes and types! Men welcome! Prepare a 1 minute comic monologue and sing Happy Birthday or song of your choice. Bring H/R. E-mail abs376@earthlink.net. Visit us at www.absproductions.com.

Seeking kids and adults for our upcoming production of HONK! (full version). Auditions Sept. 9, 6-9pm and 10, 3-8pm. Callbacks Sept. 11, 6pm. No appointment necessary. Auditions materials can be downloaded at www.centerstagelakeforest.org. Directed by Doug Schuetz e-mail: CStageLF@gmail.com.

x-labchicago seeking three 17-22 actress/dancers) for Oct. 25. 26 and 27. Two scenes each evening for a potential 2 night run with deluxe stage design, improvisational elements and baroque themes for the 17 and over crowd. $125 – $225 in pay is possible. curious to hear more? Mike Scheitler 312/388-4932.

The Actors’ Company, located in Detroit Michigan, is seeking males for upcoming production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. One 30s-40s, Tenor; one high rock tenor (E below middle C to high B); one tenor (middle F to high A). Housing plus salary per performance, rehearsal stipend only. Short rehearsal period. Production between Oct. 12 and 31. E-mail H/R to theactorscompany@sbcglobal.net. Put Rocky Casting in the subject line. or send H/R to: The Actors’ Company, c/o Rocky Casting, PO Box 92118, Warren, MI 48092-0118. Sept. 12 deadline.

Elgin Community College auditions for NICKEL AND DIMED Sept. 8, 2-5pm and Sep. 11, 6:30-9pm. Be familiar with play. By appointment only; call 847/214-7188 and provide name, phone number, and requested date/time. Auditions at ECC Arts Center, Room 284D, 1700 Spartan Dr., Elgin.

Three Cat Media is currently seeking singers, actors, comedians, composers, and playwrights for Three Cat Thursdays. Auditions Sept. 8, 10am-3pm at the Fine Arts Building. Call 312/663-3060 or e-mail info@threecatmedia.com to reserve a time. For more information go to http://threecatmedia.com/onstage/three_cat_thursdays.html.

film/tv

From the August 30 Update:

Socially relevant, character based, action film shooting in Chicago Nov. 12-17. Seeking all ethnicities/gender 18-50. Submit H/R to shortfilm2007@yahoo.com for audition consideration. All qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an audition appointment.

LOW-budget REVELATIONS, dark absurd comedy, to be shot in serial fashion, Oct . Low/no pay. Preacher trains kid to be the Anti-Christ. Read script before submitting H/R to kvmellen@hotmail.com. Visit www.mellenheadprods.com (click on “REVELATIONS”) Only want a few serious/dedicated artists. Actors should live in/near Lake County (Northern suburbs).

Festival bound film short casting call. Seeking 1 white male 25-35; 1 female 25-35; 1 white male, 25-45, thin and/or short). Auditions: Sept. 08 and Sept. 15. Shoot Oct. 25-29. Send H/R to Laura at marlettefilm@gmail.com.

dancers/singers/musicians

Elgin Opera seeking male voices for chorus for a fully staged production of L’ELISIR D’AMORE to be performed in Italian on Feb. 9 and 10, 2008 at the Hemmens Cultural Center, Elgin, IL (seats 1,500). Full orchestra under the direction of Francesco Milioto. Chorus paid per rehearsals. Stage director, Mark James Meier. Additional performance on Feb. 24. Send your material to Solange Sior, Artistic Director, Elgin OPERA at operaoffice@aol.com. If you have applied for an audition and haven’t heard from us, call 847/214-8340.

Radio City/MSG Entertainment auditions in Chicago on Sept. 23 for young ballerinas for The Radio City Christmas Spectacular® starring the Rockettes® to be presented at the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago. Dancers must be be 4’11” or under and be between 10 and 14 years of age and must be trained in ballet (en pointe). For more information and to find out how to reserve a space for the auditions, go to www.radiocityauditions.com.

CreatiVision Entertainment dancers call for ROCKY HORROR SHOW Sept. 17 at Actors Equity, 125 S. Clark. Seeking male and female actors with dance ability. Male dancers at 3pm; sign-up 2:30pm. Female dancers at 4pm; sign-up 3:30pm. See Equity website for role availability. Be warmed-up, ready to dance at call time. You MAY be asked to stay and sing 32 bars of uptempo, contemporary or vintage, pop/rock song in style of show. Bring music; accompanist provided. Bring H/R. Director Steve Hildebrand, vocal director Roberta Duchak, Choreographer Brenda Didier have casting authority. First rehearsal Sept. 25; runs Oct. 12-Dec. 3. No Appointments; this is a chorus call.

From the September 4 Update:

Festival 56 is looking for a male singer/dancer for a Holiday show. Contract dates: Nov. 20-Dec. 23. Housing and salary provided. Send H/R and video or audio clips to: PO BOX 356, Princeton, IL 61356 ATTN: Casting Director. You may also contact via e-mail at: laura_brigham@hotmail.com.

The Hipmas Carol Holiday show is seeking blues guitarist/vocalist comfortable with musical improvisation. Auditions at Chase Park Sept. 18-19, 7-10pm. Prepare an arrangement of a traditional Christmas song, or sing an original. Runs Nov. 23 – Dec. 30. no shows Dec.23-27. Paid performances. Call 773/539-2915 to set up audition.

Accompanist needed for production of GODSPELL. Performances Sat. and Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 16. Shows are Sat. at 7:30pm and Sun. at 1:30pm. Rehearsals begin Sept. 16, 1-5pm. Honorarium is $300. Experience with musicals, particularly GODSPELL and can play organ and keyboard a plus. Show is at the James Downing Theater, at Edison Park UMC, 6740 N. Oliphant in Chicago. Call Jerry M. Miller 773/426-1168.

From the August 30 Update:

National Tour of DIRTY DANCING a dance chorus call Sept. 17 at Lou Conte Dance Studios. See full notice above under Equity.

National Tour of DIRTY DANCING singers chorus call, Sept. 19 at Actors Equity. See full notice above under Equity.

Open call for DIRTY DANCING, based on the film by the same name. U.S. premiere in Chicago Sept. 2, 2008. Seeking male and female dancers, any ethnicity for the ensemble. Dancers must look like real people rather than dancers and actors. Must be truly fit and have extensive training in ballet, Latin, ballroom and jazz. Partnering experience a must. Auditions Sept. 18 at Joel Hall Dance Center, 1511 W Berwyn Ave. Chicago IL 60640 10am. Sign up from 9-11am. Go to www.dirtydancingonstage.com or e-mail us at dirtydancingsearch@gmail.com for more info.

tech/interns/scholarships/grants

Stockyards Theatre Project is seeking a stage manager for the 8th Annual Women’s Performance Art Festival at Links Hall – Performance Dates: Oct. 26, 27, and 28. Paid position. Further information e-mail frankieV2@aol.com. Place put Stage Manager in subject line

THE SIDE PROJECT seeks a lighting designer for two Nov. shows, opening Nov. 4 and 11. Load in, Oct. 28-30. Heavy tech schedule, Oct. 28-Nov. 11. Contact Adam at adam@thesideproject.net or 773/973-2150.

THE SIDE PROJECT seeks a set designer for Nov. show. Load-in Oct. 28-30. Touchups through Nov. 2. Contact Adam at adam@thesideproject.net or 773/973-2150.

THE SIDE PROJECT seeks a stage manager for Nov. 4-Dec. 16 show. Rehearsals start Sept. 27. Tech starts Oct. 28. Contact Adam at adam@thesideproject.net or 773/973-2150.

National Pastime Theater seeking costume designer for Oct. Production of THE MAGICIAN. Opens Oct. 18. Set in early 19th century. Good budget, reasonable fee. Send resume to Stormsdenm@aol.com or call D. Denman at 773/665-9270

From the September 4 Update:

EP Theater Company is seeking a stage manager for their upcoming show PAINT & INK ONE-ACT FESTIVAL. Opens Sept. 22, runs through Oct. 21. E-mail Garrett Prejean at actor@eptheater.com or call 773/983-9995 if interested. Looking for someone that has some experience.

Eclipse Theatre Company seeking resumes for lighting, scenic, costume, and prop designers for their upcoming 2008 & 2009 seasons. Also seeking stage management and assistant stage management resumes. E-mail resume and/or portfolio to info@eclipsetheatre.com with letter of interest. You will be contacted if appropriate for the season. To learn more about eclipse, please visit our website at www.eclipsetheatre.com.

Time of Your Life Players at Bailiwick Arts Center Studio Theater is seeking a light board operator/designer, sound operator/technician, Non-Equity stage manager for fall season. Send letter of interest to Time of Your Life Players, 3450 N. Lake Shore Drive, Apt. 2901, Chicago, IL 60657-2862.

directors/producers

Bailiwick Repertory seeks directors for the Directors Festival 2008 for January, May/June, and October. Starting off in January, we are expanding the format to include both directors and choreographers. The May/June fest will feature all works new to Chicago audiences. In October directors can choose any text and adapt it for the stage. Early submissions are encouraged. There is a nonrefundable $10.00. application fee to apply for our fest. E-mail matt@bailiwick.org for information or an application.

playwrights/submissions

Around the Coyote is now accepting submissions for its Third Thursday New Play Reading Series! We are excepting full length plays and musicals at this time. If interested in submitting, visit the Around the Coyote website at www.aroundthecoyote.org and look under “Opportunities for Artists” for further information.

Writers wanted: “Monodogs of War” will accept the first 17 writers who respond with a postcard. Include e-mail address to be considered. Send postcard to Paul Barile 4261 W. Addison, Chicago, IL 60641. Indicate that you are a writer.

Raven Theatre is now accepting full-length play submissions for their 2007-2008 Workshop Series. See www.RavenTheatre.com for guidelines and details. The Workshop Series is a semi-annual event allowing Raven to see promising Chicago-area playwrights and directors through a fully-realized, 3-day workshop process.

From the August 30 Update:

Rasaka Theatre Company seeks submissions for our thinkTank project, to be presented with Remy Bumppo Theatre Company in March 2008. This year’s project will focus on the tension between national security and individual liberties. Pieces should be 40 minutes or less in length. E-mail submissions to lavina@lavinajadhwani.com by Oct. 15.

actors nights

First Folio Shakespeare Festival actors nights for THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18. All performances are at 8pm. $5 tickets will be offered to industry professionals on an as available basis. Tickets must be reserved on the day of the performance. Must bring a H/R, tech resume, or business card indicating employment with a professional theater company. Performances are at Mayslake Hall, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W 31st St, Oak Brook. Tickets may be reserved by calling 630/986-8067.

From the August 30 Update:

ZANNA, DON’T! – $10 industry tickets for the previews Sept. 26 8pm; Sept. 27, 8pm; Sept. 29, 7pm and Sept. 30, 3pm. Bailiwick Arts Center, Studio Theater.

HAPPY ENDINGS ARE EXTRA – $10 industry tickets for the preview Sept. 21, 10pm. Bailiwick Arts Center, Loft Theater.

From the August 23 Update:

$10 Industry tickets available for THE BUSY WORLD IS HUSHED at Next Theatre Company Sept. 24, 7pm. Call the box office at 847/475-1875 x 2 or purchase at the door. Visit www.nexttheatre.org for more information.

From the August 20 Update:

Industry Night Tickets available for Marisa Wegrzyn’s KILLING WOMEN, produced by Theatre Seven. Industry rate of $10 available on Thursday and Sunday performance. Call 563/505-7645 or purchase tickets from our website and type in “industry.” See www.theatreseven.org/killingwomen.html for full performance schedule.


Don’t forget about the League of Chicago Theatres Listings.
http://www.chicagoplays.com/industry/auditions.aspx