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The march attendees were protesting their union, who they saw as ineffective in protecting its membership from racism, sexism, and unsafe work environments.
In conversation, the 30-year-old displays not a hint of that exhaustion. In fact, he's as ebullient as the sci-fi musical that brings him here, in which he plays Jeremy Heere, a teenage lone…
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
The Pacific Theatre Conservatory (PCPA) in Santa Maria, California is hiring actors and singers for its upcoming 2019 summer season. Featured shows include popular Broadway fare as well as t…
The Signature Theatre Company is casting two Equity male actors for an untitled show. The play will bring together playwright Will Eno and director Oliver Butler. The two previously worked t…
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
Do you wanna build a snowman? Now is your chance to do so—on Broadway!
The hit Broadway musical “Frozen,” based on the Disney film of the same name, is now casting the…
Stay in the loop on industry and casting news with our write-up on who’s been slated for recent film and television roles!
“The Trial of the Chicago 7”War! What is it good …
A live event with interactive and experiential art installations is happening this fall and is casting several actors to perform on rotation for one of the interactive attractions. The event…
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
Franklyn Warfield is no stranger to performing. Before getting behind the table as a casting director, he had an acting career in musical theater. Now he oversees casting for RWS Entertainme…
Greenlit means a project is officially a go, so all you have to do is follow these leads to stay up to date. You never know where you’ll find an opportunity to land an audition!
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The classic 2013 Disney animated film “Frozen” has been brought to the stage. The Broadway musical has been developed by the same producers behind Disney’s successful stage…
For Brooklyn-based Freya Lund, every morning starts with Backstage, which she uses to stretch herself as an actor.
Her recent gig offered something new.“The character in ‘Boozy M…
Greenlit means a project is officially a go, so all you have to do is follow these leads to stay up to date. You never know where you’ll find an opportunity to land an audition!
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The tour de force Strindberg play “Dance of Death” is coming to Off-Broadway. Victoria Clark is directing the play for the Classic Stage Company, to be performed in repertory wit…
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
This week’s round-up of opportunities across the country gathers together great roles in regional theater productions for both Equity and Non-Equity actors. “Harry Potter and the…
This week’s round-up of auditions in Atlanta is full of fun roles on stage and screen. Join The CW drama “Dynasty” in a background role. Or set your sights on the stage wit…
Two years after “Moonlight” became the Oscar best picture winner heard ’round the world, writer-director Barry Jenkins returns to the big screen with another gorgeously int…
Lights up! An upcoming Miami-based production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical “In the Heights” is casting all major roles, including Usnavi, Nina, and more. Plus,…
There is a parallel universe in which Miley Cyrus was cast as Éponine in the 2012 feature film adaptation of “Les Misérables.” And this universe isn’t far off…
You don’t have to be a Broadway baby to scratch your onstage acting itch. In fact, all around the country—and outside of it—there are bustling theater communities producing…
Greenlit means a project is officially a go, so all you have to do is follow these leads to stay up to date. You never know where you’ll find an opportunity to land an audition!
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Stepping into the sensible shoes of one of cinema’s most iconic roles, previously played by an Oscar-winning legend, is far from an easy task. But judging by Disney’s newly relea…
Canada’s Entertainment District just hosted hundreds of movie screenings at the 43rd Toronto International Film Festival, which wrapped Sept. 16. As always, the festival culminated wit…
“Do You Feel Anger?” is the new play by Mara Nelson-Greenberg, the co-writer of the web-series “End Times Girl Club.” The play is casting for a number of roles for a …
New York is the city that never sleeps, and with so many events and activities each week across all five boroughs, it can be hard to know what’s actually worthwhile. Here are the event…
On Broadway and beyond, a curtain can rise as quickly as it can fall; a star can be swapped as easily as Bernie Telsey can say, “That’s enough.” Theater is the beating hear…
Summer is winding down, but the comedy scene in New York City is in full swing. With so many performances, events, and casting calls happening, it can be hard to know what you can’t mi…
You may have tuned in to a little internet virality recently in regards to the actor Geoffrey Owens.
In case you missed it, Owens, who previously appeared on “The Cosby Show,” wa…
You don’t have to be a Broadway baby to scratch your onstage acting itch. In fact, all around the country—and outside of it—there are bustling theater communities producing…
New York City has all kinds of opportunities for performers of all stripes. This week’s roundup brings together roles for actors, dancers, and singers, as well as long-running gigs inc…
In a plot twist worthy of applause, the Off-Broadway parody musical adaptation of “The Office” has found its Michael Scott—and her name is Sarah Mackenzie Baron.
Why the ac…
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
On Broadway and beyond, a curtain can rise as quickly as it can fall; a star can be swapped as easily as Bernie Telsey can say, “That’s enough.” Theater is the beating hear…
You don’t have to be a Broadway baby to scratch your onstage acting itch. In fact, all around the country—and outside of it—there are bustling theater communities producing…
Head to Dollywood this fall with a little help from today’s roundup! The upcoming Netflix series “Dolly Parton’s Theater,” an anthology series executive produced by P…
Greenlit means a project is officially a go, so all you have to do is follow these leads to stay up to date. You never know where you’ll find an opportunity to land an audition!
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Noor Theatre is casting four singing roles for a new play with songs called “Dead Are My People.” The show is being produced at New York Theatre Workshop’s Next Door. The p…
Happy September, artists! This month, we’ve gathered some exciting auditions, performances, and dance classes for you to check out. Andrew Pearson will be performing a one-night-only p…
Summer isn’t over yet, but we can already feel the anticipation as dance companies work to open the fall season. This month, we’ve gathered exciting upcoming performances, …
Welcome to Rumorville! Here you can learn about casting news that’s about to break in Hollywood. These speculations might be only rumors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fo…
Wrap up your week with the great gigs available throughout the U.K. today! “The Sound of Julie,” a new musical theater production, is casting two male performers. Plus, a marine …
On Broadway and beyond, a curtain can rise as quickly as it can fall; a star can be swapped as easily as Bernie Telsey can say, “That’s enough.” Theater is the beating hear…
You don’t have to be a Broadway baby to scratch your onstage acting itch. In fact, all around the country—and outside of it—there are bustling theater communities producing…
This edition of our New York casting call roundup includes amazing finds for screen and stage performers. Get a role in a feature film, dance your heart out in a musical, or have a chance at…
More is always better when it comes to great gigs, especially the ones in today’s roundup! The currently-running production of the Broadway musical “Mean Girls” is holding …
Greenlit means a project is officially a go, so all you have to do is follow these leads to stay up to date. You never know where you’ll find an opportunity to land an audition!
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The musical and popular sensation “Hamilton” is casting male and female talent for ensemble roles. The production is casting for the production currently running on Broadway. Cas…
