EPA
Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park | Cincinnati, OH
Monday, April 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (E)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
To schedule an audition appointment please go to:
https://cincyplay.com/about/opportunities/auditions.
LORT Non-Rep
$1144 weekly minimum (LORT B) - Rouse
$839 weekly minimum (LORT D) - Rosenthal Shelterhouse
Equity actors for roles in Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's 2025-26 Season (See breakdown). All types, all ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer.
Please prepare 1-2 contrasting monologue(s) not to exceed 3 minutes OR 1 monologue & 1 song not to exceed 3 minutes. Please provide clearly marked music for the accompanist. Also, bring your headshot and resume stapled together.
Cincinnati Playhouse
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Parking available in the adjacent garage. Enter via main lobby entrance. Schiff Education Studio.
Expected to attend:
Joanie Schultz - Associate Artistic Director
Katie Gifford-Baskerville - Artistic Engagement Manager
See breakdown for production specific personnel.
See breakdown for production specific dates. Our 2025-26 season begins rehearsal in early August with an early September opening. The last show of the season will close in mid-May.
www.cincyplay.com
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. 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.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park 2025-26 Season
Book and Lyrics by Marcus Stevens
Music by Oran Eldor
Directed and Choreographed by Kathleen Marshall
Rehearse: beginning 8/15/25 in NYC, beginning 9/03/25 in Cincinnati, OH
Performs: 9/20 – 10/19/25 in Cincinnati, OH
SYNOPSIS: A new pop-rock, coming of age, musical comedy, Mythic makes its U.S. premiere in Cincinnati. The ancient Greek myth of Persephone is turned on its ear, with the gods as chart-topping pop stars, power-hungry politicians, and attention-seeking influencers. Starstruck by Olympian celebrity, Persephone rebels against her mother Demeter and sneaks into a party at the Acropolis. When she meets brooding bad boy Hades, her life takes an unexpected turn into the Underworld. Mythic is directed and choregraphed by three-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall.
Understudy or Swing assignments are pending. Non-internal understudies or swings roles will be cast from local Cincinnati-area actors.
PERSEPHONE (Female Presenting, 18 - early 20s, Open Ethnicity) The sheltered, earthbound daughter of Demeter. Persephone longs for independence and to find her own place among the world of the gods. She’s strong-willed, feisty, funny, smart, and empathetic — but she’s also a teenager who doesn’t quite know who she is yet. Her vocals and her style/vibe are based on indie folk/pop stars like Sara Bareilles and Olivia Rodrigo. Mezzo with belt (indie pop rock style).
DEMETER (Female Presenting, 40s – 50s, Open Ethnicity) Goddess of the Harvest, mother of Persephone. Demeter spends her days far away from the other Olympian gods, planting crops and caring for mortals. Beneath her earthy-crunchy exterior lies a strength and resolve that is unmatched. Her vocals and her style/vibe are based off of old-school folk rock stars like Carole King and Carly Simon. As she grows in power, it becomes more like Adele. Mezzo with belt (pop rock style).
APHRODITE (Female Presenting, 20s, Open Ethnicity) Goddess of Love. A party girl with serious daddy issues. She's like an ancient Greek Kardashian. She lives for the red carpet but has to settle for always coming in second to her sister Athena. Aphrodite starts off vapid and self-involved, but discovers she is much more than she’s been raised to be. She matures and ends up becoming a strong force for good. Has excellent comic chops and a contemporary pop sound. Her vocals and her style/vibe are based off of many of our contemporary Pop queens and princesses, like Beyonce, Taylor Swift, and Ariana Grande. Mezzo with belt (pop rock style).
HADES (Male Presenting, 20s, Open Ethnicity) God of the Dead. He postures as the brooding bad boy from hell, but truthfully, he has a big heart and is longing for acceptance. In the beginning, he is convinced he’s incapable of change. With Persephone’s help, we see him grow from a self-loathing, awkward, emo rocker to a more confident and kind king of the Underworld. His vocals and his style/vibe are based off of Billy Joe Armstrong from Green Day, as well as Bruno Mars, and John Legend. Tenor (pop rock style).
ZEUS (Male Presenting, 40s – 50s, Open Ethnicity) King of the Gods. An aging celebrity and narcissist; a terrible father and a slick politician desperately trying to hold on to his throne. A guy you love to hate. His vocals and his style/vibe is based off of O.G. rockers like Billy Joel and Elton John. Baritone or Tenor (pop rock style).
ENSEMBLE: Strong Singer/Dancer/Actors to be in the Ensemble and Play the Following Featured Roles Greek Chorus (8 Chorus Members):
BARBARA (Female Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. A nymph and confidante to Demeter.
ALECTO (Any Gender, 20s-40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. Hades’ number two. Authoritative and cynical. Their job is to keep Hades on track and the Underworld running smoothly.
JANELLE (Female Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. An underworld Henchman. Really loves torture.
HELIOS (Male Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. Sun God. A total frat-boy “bro.”
CYCLOPS (Any Gender, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. A cyclops.
CHARON (Male Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. Hell’s ferryman. Starts off curmudgeonly, ends up seeing things in an enthusiastic new light.
ASCALAPHUS (Male Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. Gardener of the Underworld. Neurotic and strange until shown a new way of living.
MINOS (Male Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. Judge of the Dead. A severe evil gatekeeper on the surface - but actually a sweet teddy bear underneath.
NIKE (Any Gender, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Member of the Greek Chorus. A customer service representative at the gates of Mount Olympus. Totally over it.
APHRODETTES (Female Presenting, 20s – 40s, Open Ethnicity) Members of the Greek Chorus. Aphrodite’s entourage/back-up girls. Think Destiny’s Child.
By Charles Dickens
Adapted and Originally Directed by Blake Robison (CPIP’s Osborn Family Producing Artistic Director)
Directed by Bridget Leak
Rehearse: 11/1/2025
Performs: 11/21 - 12/28/25
Revival of CPIP’s 2024 production of the classic Dickens novella.
No Roles available at this time.
Adapted by Lauren M. Gunderson
From the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Directed by Joanie Schultz
TBA Theatre:
Rehearse: 10/21/25
Performs: 11/16 – 12/21/25
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park:
Rehearse: 1/13/26
Performs: 1/17 – 2/15/26
SYNOPSIS: Experience the classic novel you adore as it’s being written in this playful and theatrical new adaptation that puts the author in the spotlight. Louisa May Alcott plays Jo March as she recounts how she wrote her famous novel for her real-life sisters who play the characters inspired by them. Captivating readers for generations, this beloved story shines anew onstage with an energetic and novelistic approach using dialogue, description and interior thoughts just as Alcott wrote them. Relive this timeless tale of family, resilience and a determined young writer finding her way in the world.
NOTE: This production is slated to be a co-production with a partner to be announced. The production will originate with that partner and be cast by that partner. There will be no Understudies.
LOUISA/JO: Female, 18+ to play teen. Independent, ambitious, and fiercely determined to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. Jo is tomboyish, outspoken, and adventurous, with a strong sense of justice and loyalty, but also self-critical and quick-tempered.
MEG: Female, 20. The eldest March sister, responsible, nurturing, and traditional but vibrant and full of romantic dreams. Meg is thoughtful, compassionate, and devoted but also sometimes vain and longing for the ease of wealth that she never had.
BETH: Female, 18+ to play teen. Quiet, gentle, and musical. She is shy, selfless, and deeply empathetic. She does not dream of a life outside of her home and family, an inward girl, never a woman.
AMY: Female, 18+ to play teen. The youngest sister who is impatient, artistic, vivacious, charming. Often self-centered and vengeful, but also spirited, creative, determined and loving.
MARMEE/AUNT MARCH: Female, 50s. Marmee is the mother of the March sisters is wise, nurturing, and compassionate, resilient, and patient. She guides her daughters toward selflessness and level-headedness, but also shares their verve, delight for life, family and independence. Aunt March is fussy, rich, and judgmental.
LAURIE: Male, 18+ to play teen. Wealthy, charming neighbor and close friend of the March sisters. He is adventurous, mischievous, and impulsive, with a playful spirit and a love for music and literature. Despite his privileged upbringing, Laurie is kind-hearted, loyal, and deeply devoted to the March family, especially Jo.
JOHN/MR. LAURENCE/MR. MARCH/FREDRICH: Male, 40s. John is Laurie's tutor and later Meg's husband. He is earnest, hardworking, and respectful, with a strong sense of duty and integrity. John's love for Meg is unwavering, and he proves to be a devoted and supportive partner, despite their financial struggles. He embodies traditional values of honor, loyalty, and selflessness. Mr. Laurence: Laurie’s prickly grandfather. Mr. March: Jo’s father. Friedrich: Professor Friedrich Bhaer is a German immigrant and intellectual. He is cultured, and kind-hearted, with a love for literature and philosophy. He embodies principles of intellect, integrity, and genuine affection. Speaks with a German accent.
By Heidi Armbruster
Directed by Joanie Schultz
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park:
Rehearse: 2/3/26
Performs: 2/28 – 3/29/26
Milwaukee Repertory Theater:
Rehearse: 2/3/26
Performs: 2/28 – 3/29/26
SYNOPSIS: A mystery about Agatha Christie! The curious, real-life disappearance of Agatha Christie sets the stage for this charming and poignant comedy. In 1926, 37-year-old Agatha Christie vanished for 11 days, then reappeared without explanation. The reasons behind her disappearance remain unknown. A century later, devoted superfan Lucy follows the clues left by Agatha and might finally crack the case. As we follow their parallel timelines and journeys of self-discovery, we experience the thrill of good old-fashioned mystery.
NOTE: This production is slated to be a co-production with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre which will originate at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (CPIP) and be cast by CPIP. There will be no Understudies.
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Female, 37. Wife and mother who dabbles in detective fiction.
LUCY: Female, 37. Agatha Christie fan. American.
COLONEL ARCHIE: Male, 40s. WWI Fighter pilot.
CHARLOTTE/MARY: Female, 30s. Charlotte is Agatha’s secretary and dogsbody. Mary is a very helpful staff member at a hotel.
NANCY/CHLOE: Female, 20s. Nancy is Archie’s mistress. Chloe is the great granddaughter of Agatha’s sister, Nan.
JANE: Female, 65-80. An elderly, enigmatic spinster Agatha Christie fan.
LE DETECTIVE: Male, Ageless. The world’s best Detective. Speaks with a Belgian accent.
WILLIAM/COLLINS: Male 20s-30s. William is a charming Agatha Christie scholar. Collins is Agatha’s agent.
By August Wilson
Directed by Lou Bellamy
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park:
Rehearse: 1/27/26
Performs: 2/24 – 3/22/26
Milwaukee Repertory Theater:
Rehearse: 4/8/26
Performs: 4/11 – 5/3/26
SYNOPSIS: August Wilson’s explosive, award-winning play is a gripping story of family, legacy and the choices that define us. During the Great Depression, Berniece and her brother Boy Willie clash over the fate of the family’s cherished, heirloom piano. The ghosts of the past collide with the promise of the future in this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterpiece from August Wilson’s epic American Century Cycle.
NOTE: This production is slated to be a co-production with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre (MRT) which will originate at MRT and is being cast by MRT. There will be no Understudies from CPIP.
Doaker: Male, 40 – 60s. Berniece and Boy Willie’s uncle. Wise and grounded, Doaker has spent his life working for the railroad. Like Wining Boy, he is a member of the family’s oldest living generation.
Berniece: Female, 30s. Sister of Boy Willie. Strong-willed and emotionally complex. She blames her brother for her husband’s death, remaining skeptical of his bravado and chiding him for his rebellious ways.
Boy Willie: Male, 30s. Berniece’s brash, impulsive, and fast-talking brother. Coming from Mississippi, Boy Willie plans to sell the family piano and buy the land where his ancestors once worked as slaves.
Lymon: Male, 30s. Boy Willie’s longtime friend. Lymon is more taciturn than his partner, speaking with a disarming “straightforwardness.” Fleeing the law, he plans to stay in the North and begin life anew.
Avery: Male, 30s. Fervently religious, he is a preacher who is trying to build his congregation. Avery moved north to court Berniece after her husband died. He is honest and ambitious and has found opportunities unavailable to him in the rural South.
Wining Boy: Male, 40 – 60s. A charming, former musician who drifts in and out of his brother Doaker’s house whenever he finds himself broke. He recounts anecdotes from his travels and, along with Doaker, provides a connection to the family’s history.
Grace: Female, 20-30s. A vibrant young woman whom both Boy Willie and Lymon try to pick up.
Maretha: Female, 11 years old. Daughter of Berniece.
Written by Jeff Augustin
Music by The Bengsons
Directed by Timothy Douglas
Rehearse: 8/8/25
Performs: 8/30 – 9/28/25
SYNOPSIS: A poignant, beautiful story of parallel journeys. After he learns of his estranged father’s death, Jonah recreates the cross-country trip his Haitian immigrant parents took before he was born. Lyrical storytelling and live folk music weave an emotional and evocative tale of rediscovering love and the everlasting bond of a father and son.
There will be no Understudies.
No Roles available at this time.
By Lloyd Suh
Directed by Desdemona Chiang
Rehearse: 9/30/25
Performs: 10/25 – 11/23/25
SYNOPSIS: In this funny and moving new comedy, Luna and Jane meet at the supermarket on Thanksgiving Day in 1973 and discover they have much in common. They are both Asian immigrants new to America and are spending the day alone while their medical resident husbands’ work. As Luna and Jane attempt to cook a frozen turkey and drink a little too much wine, they share their hopes and fears for making a new home in a new land.
There will be no Understudies.
LUNA: Female, 23. Filipina. Luningning Ignacia Mangahas de la Rosario Bustos. She is amiable and extroverted. Speaks with a Philippine accent.
JANE: Female, 23, Korean. Hong Jae Ha. She is reserved, but intelligent and wise. Jane is an artist with dreams of becoming a famous painter. Speaks with a Korean accent.
Created by Matt Cusack and Allison Kelly
This is a book-in production. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is not casting any roles.
By Stephen Massicotte
Directed by Blake Robison, CPIP’s Osborn Family Producing Artistic Director
Rehearse: 1/13/25
Performs: 2/7 – 3/8/26
SYNOPSIS: In this poetic romantic drama, Mary and Charlie discover the thrill of first love at the eve of World War I. Their story is told with dream-like interweaving of scenes from their budding relationship in rural Canada, Charlie’s time in the trenches of France, and Mary's present anticipation of her upcoming wedding. Both tender and suspenseful, Mary’s Wedding is a beautiful and unforgettable story of love, loss, hope and the resilience of the human spirit.
There will be no Understudies.
MARY: Female, 20s. A young dreamer and a romantic, Mary is also strong and intellectual. She has recently arrived in Canada from England. In a dream, doubles as Gordon Flowers - Charlie's superior officer and companion.
CHARLIE: Male, 20s. Brave and determined, but also vulnerable. Works on his father's farm. Becomes a soldier with a Horse Regiment in WWI.
Based on the Life of Rosemary Clooney
By Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman
Directed by Michael Marotta
Rehearse: 2/24/26
Performs: 3/21 – 5/17/26
SYNOPSIS: One of the most beloved entertainers of all time comes home in this exhilarating and inspiring musical biography. With her signature songs woven throughout, Rosemary Clooney’s journey starts in Maysville, Kentucky, and Cincinnati and follows her rise to Hollywood stardom, personal struggles, and triumphant comeback. A sold-out hit around the country and at the Playhouse. Tenderly offers a remarkably personal portrait of the woman whose unparalleled talent and unbridled personality made her a legend.
There will be no Understudies.
ROSEMARY CLOONEY: Singer, Film Actress, Wife, Mother, age 40.
THE DOCTOR: Psychiatrist, Rosie’s Therapist (Will double as a variety of important characters in Rosemary’s life including Rosemary’s family members, Jose Ferrer, Merv Griffin, and Frank Sinatra among others).
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