Asolo Repertory Theatre 2026-27 Season Equity Principal Actors - Asolo Repertory Theatre Auditions

ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE 2026-27 SEASON - NYC EPA REVISED

Asolo Repertory Theatre | Sarasota, FL

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

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LOCATION

3/23: Audition location updated. 4/07: Audition times updated.

Actors' Equity New York Audition Center

165 W 46th St

16th Fl

AUDITION DATE

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (E)

PERSONNEL

See breakdown for production-specific personnel.

Expected to attend:

• Cat Brindisi: Associate Artistic Director, Asolo Rep
• Paul Hardt: Casting Director

CONTRACT

LORT Non-Rep

$1213 weekly minimum (LORT B)

$889 weekly minimum (LORT D)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in Asolo Repertory Theatre's
2026-27 Season (See breakdown).

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

Asolo Repertory Theatre is committed to an inclusive, anti-racist casting policy. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Asolo Rep is also seeking actors to fill understudy roles throughout the 2026-2027 season. Most roles except bit parts are understudied. 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 attend every audition.

PREPARATION

For Plays: Prepare two monologues, no more than two minutes total.

For Musicals: Prepare either a brief song or 16 bars of a song and a one-minute contemporary monologue. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a hard copy of your headshot and résumé, stapled together. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE 2026-27 SEASON

SEEKING:

MERTZ THEATRE (LORT B):

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN

Songs by Arthur Freed and Nacio Herb Brown
Screenplay by Betty Comden and Adolph Green
Directed and Choreographed by Josh Rhodes
Music Director: TBD
First Rehearsal: October 13th, 2026
Opening: November 21st, 2026
Closing: January 2nd, 2027

SYNOPSIS

The Greatest Movie Musical of All Time is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay in Singin' in the Rain. Each unforgettable scene, song and dance is accounted for, including the show-stopping title number, complete with an onstage rainstorm! Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue, and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make Singin' in the Rain the perfect entertainment for any fan of the golden age of movie musicals. Filled with every memorable moment from the film and a downpour of unforgettable songs, Singin' in the Rain is a guaranteed hit for any theatre.

SEEKING:

• [ZELDA ZANDERS] Female-presenting. 30-40. Open race/ethnicity.
• [R.F SIMPSON] Male-presenting. 50-65. Open race/ethnicity.
• [ROSCOE DEXTER] Male-presenting. 30-50. Open race/ethnicity.
• [COSMO BROWN] Male-presenting. 35-45. Open race/ethnicity.
• [LINA LAMONT] Female-presenting. 30-35. Open race/ethnicity.
• [DON LOCKWOOD] Male-presenting. 35-45. Open race/ethnicity.
• [ROD] Male-presenting. 35-45. Open race/ethnicity.
• [KATHY SELDEN] Female-presenting. 25-30. Open race/ethnicity.
• [PRODUCTION SINGER] Male-presenting. 25-40. Open race/ethnicity.
• [MISS DINSMORE] Female-presenting. 45-55. Open race/ethnicity.
• [ENSEMBLE] Movie Star, Film Crew, Actors. Open age. Open race/ethnicity.

MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM

By August Wilson
Directed by: Chuck Smith in partnership with The Goodman Theatre
First Rehearsal: December 21st, 2026
Opening: January 15th, 2026
Closing: February 4th, 2026

SYNOPSIS

It's 1927 and Ma Rainey, the Mother of the Blues, is recording new sides of old favorites in a rundown studio in Chicago. Fiery and determined, Ma Rainey fights to retain control over her music, while her cocky trumpet player Levee dreams of making his own name in the business. More than music goes down in August Wilson's riveting portrayal of rage, racism, self-hatred, and exploitation.

SEEKING:

• [STURDYVENT]: Male-presenting, 40s-50s, White.
• [IRVIN]: Male-presenting, 40s-50s, White.
• [CUTLER]: Male-presenting, 50s, Black.
• [TOLEDO]: Male-presenting, 60s-70s, Black.
• [SLOW DRAG]: Male-presenting, 50s, Black.
• [LEVEE]: Male-presenting, 30s, Black.
• [MA RAINEY]: Female-presenting, 50s–60s, Black.
• [POLICEMAN]: Male-presenting, 20s-40s, White.
• [DUSSIE MAE]: Female-presenting, 20s-30s, Black.
• [SYLVESTER]: Male-presenting, early 20s, Black.

ROYAL FAMILY

By Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman
Directed by: Peter Amster
First rehearsal: January 19th, 2026
Opening: February 12th, 2026
Closing: March 4th, 2026

SYNOPSIS

Brought to life by beloved Asolo Rep director Peter Amster, The Royal Family premiered on Broadway in 1927. This period comedy satirizes the lives of a famous theatrical dynasty. The Royal Family is a comedic and heartfelt look at the eccentricities of a family with greasepaint in their veins.

SEEKING:

• [DELLA]: The family’s loyal maid.
• [JO]: The family’s loyal butler.
• [MCDERMOTT]: Part of the long-suffering staff in the Cavendish household.
• [HERBERT DEAN]: Fanny’s brother, an actor who is in decline.
• [KITTY DEAN]: Herbert’s wife and a mediocre actress.
• [GWEN CAVENDISH]: Julie’s daughter.
• [PERRY STEWART]: A conventional stockbroker who becomes Gwen’s fiancé.
• [FANNY CAVENDISH]: The matriarch of the family.
• [OSCAR WOLFE]: The Cavendish family’s long-time agent.
• [JULIE CAVENDISH]: The leading lady daughter of matriarch Fanny.
• [ANTHONY CAVENDISH]: Fanny’s son.
• [GILBERT MARSHALL]: A wealthy businessman interested in marrying Julie.
• [CHAUFFEUR/ANOTHER HALLBOY/HALLBOY]: Part of the Cavendish household.
• [MISS PEAKE]: Part of the staff in the Cavendish household.

THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN

WORLD PREMIERE
A new musical created by Peter Rothstein and Carla Noack
Music and Lyrics by David Darrow
Directed by Peter Rothstein
First Rehearsal: February 12th, 2026
Opening: March 27th, 2026
Closing: April 24th, 2026

SYNOPSIS

Asolo Rep commemorates the 100th anniversary of John Ringling moving his circus to Sarasota with a world premiere docu-musical. Featuring a cast of actors, acrobats, aerialists, and a singing Ringmaster accompanied by the Circus Band, this love letter to Sarasota will have you feeling like a kid again.

SEEKING:

• [RINGMASTER]: (CAST -

  SEEKING

  UNDERSTUDIES) Male-presenting, open race/ethnicity.
• [SINGER]: Female-presenting, open race/ethnicity.
• [YOUNG MAN]: Male-presenting, open race/ethnicity.
• [YOUNG WOMAN]: Female-presenting, open race/ethnicity.
• [ELVIN BAILE/DIETER T./KEITH G.]: Male presenting, any age, open race/ethnicity.
• [DOLLY]: Female-presenting, 50s-70s, open race/ethnicity.
• [CLOWN]: Male-presenting, 50s-70s, open race/ethnicity.
• [PEGGY]: Female-presenting, any age, open race/ethnicity.
• [BOY]: 5-10 years old, open race/ethnicity.

KEN LUDWIG’S BASKERVILLE A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY

Written by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Chari Arespacochaga
First Rehearsal: April 13th, 2026
Opening: May 7th, 2026
Closing: May 30th, 2026

SYNOPSIS

A wild adventure featuring Sherlock Holmes tackling his most notorious case. Expect a whirlwind of theatrical ingenuity as our intrepid investigators navigate a labyrinth of clues, disguises, and delightfully dubious accents.

SEEKING:

• [SHERLOCK HOLMES]: Male-presenting, 30s-40s, any ethnicity.
• [JOHN WATSON]: Male-presenting, 30s-50s, any ethnicity.
• [TRACK 1]: Male-presenting, 20s – 50s, any ethnicity. Doubles multiple roles.
• [TRACK 2]: Male-presenting, 20s - 50s, any ethnicity. Doubles multiple roles.
• [TRACK 3]: Female-presenting, 20s-50s, any ethnicity. Doubles multiple roles.

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY

By Joe Landry
Directed by Scott Keys
First Rehearsal: November 13th, 2026
Opening: December 5th, 2026
Closing: January 3rd, 2027

SYNOPSIS

The beloved American film is reimagined as a 1940s radio-play where you are the live studio audience. A heartwarming play with music that is sure to put you in the holiday spirit.

SEEKING:

• [TRACK 1]: Announcer, Gower, Potter, Billy, Joseph, Peter Bailey, Ernie, Old Man Collins, Ed, Pete, Man, Nick, Bridge Keeper, Binky, Cop
• [TRACK 2]: George Bailey and Young George
• [TRACK 3]: Marty Hatch and Young Mary
• [TRACK 4]: Violet, Young Violet, Rose Bailey, Matilda, Ruth, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Thompson, Schultz, Zuzu, Janie, Sadie Vance
• [TRACK 5]: Harry, Young Harry, Bert, Clarence Oddbody, Sam Wainwright, Martini, Dr. Campbell, Charlie, Horace, The Teller, Mr. Welch, Tommy, Sheriff

PROVENANCE

By Jennifer Maisel
Directed by: Casey Stangyl
First Rehearsal: Apr 14th, 2026
Opening: May 8th, 2026
Closing: May 31st, 2026

SYNOPSIS

Asolo Rep is thrilled to produce the world premiere of Jennifer Maisel’s compelling new drama about the epic life of a single painting and its impact through history.

SEEKING:

• [TRACK 1]: Female presenting. Plays: ANNA (29), ELOISE (33), MIRANDA WHITLEY (45), YVETTE NACTNEBEL (29).
• [TRACK 2]: Male presenting. Plays: LEON TACHARD (44), HEINRICH HOERTER (31 and then 70).
• [TRACK 3]: Female presenting. Plays: BEATRICE MENDELSOHN (18), AMELIA (34), CHARLOTTE STAHL LIEBOWITZ (32)
• [TRACK 4]: Male presenting. Plays: FREDERICH MENDELSOHN (27), JONAH STERN (34), WALTER NACHTNEBEL (50 and then 65).

BOOTLEG: AMERICA SINGS 1927

Curated by Cat Brindisi, Terrance Jackson, James Monaghan, and Peter Rothstein
Directed by Peter Rothstein
First Rehearsal: March 30th, 2027
Opening: April 24th, 2027
Closing: May 16th, 2027

SYNOPSIS

Step into the Four Fives Club — a speakeasy, a wild party, a jump back in time, celebrating a remarkable year in American literature and popular music.

SEEKING:

ENSEMBLE: 4-6 Singers. Any age, any ethnicity, any gender.