AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Equity Actors - Milwaukee Repertory Theater Auditions

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' - Picture/Resume Request

Milwaukee Repertory Theater | Milwaukee, WI

CONTRACT

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' (see breakdown).

The inimitable Thomas Fats Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

Featuring five triple-threat actors and a unit set, Ain't Misbehavin' provides the perfect opportunity to deliver a smash hit while minimizing resources. The intoxicating music of Fats Waller will delight and energize audiences as well as provide great insight into a vibrant time in American history and music.

SUBMISSION

INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit your headshot and resume for consideration.
Deadline: 08/20/2025

SUBMIT TO

casting@milwaukeerep.com

PERSONNEL

Producer/Theatre Company: Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Executive Director: Chad Bauman
Artistic Director: Mark Clements
Created and Originally Directed by Richard Maltby Jr.
Conceived by Richard Maltby Jr. & Murray Horwitz
Director: E. Faye Butler
Music Director: Kenney Green-Tilford
Choreographer: MzFlo

VIEWING SUBMISSIONS

Casting Director: Jonathan Hetler

OTHER DATES

• First Rehearsal: 2/10/26
• Tech: 3/3/26
• First Preview: 3/6/26
• Opening: 3/8/26
• Closing: 4/26/26

OTHER

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.

BREAKDOWN

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'

SEEKING:

TRACK #1 – Female-presenting, 30-45 years old, and traditionally referred to as Nell. Confident and charming. A knowledgeable woman of the world. Featured songs include: “Cash for Your Trash”, “Mean to Me”, and “It’s a Sin To Tell a Lie”. Vocal Range: F3-F5.

TRACK #2 – Female-presenting, 18-30 years old, and traditionally referred to as Charlaine. A sweet, innocent, lady. Featured songs include: “Yacht Club Swing”, “Keepin’ Out of Mischief Now”, and “I Can’t Give You Anything but Love”. Vocal Range: G3-G5.

TRACK #3 – Female-presenting, 25-45 years old, and traditionally referred to as Armelia. Bold and strong-willed, she is not afraid to share her thoughts. Featured songs include: “Squeeze Me”, “Find Out What They Like”, and “Two Sleepy People”. Vocal Range: G3-C6.

TRACK #4 – Male-presenting, 25-45 years old, and traditionally referred to as Andre. An unrepentant party hound, he is flirt and seducer. Featured songs include: “T Ain’t Nobody’s Biz-ness If I Do”