Actors' Equity New York Audition Center
165 W 46th St, 16th Fl
New York, NY 10036
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 — 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (E)
Artistic Director: Aaron Jodoin
Executive Producer: Sarah Wilson
Casting: Holly Buczek, HDB Casting
Independent Theatre Contract — $480 weekly minimum, plus housing and travel
Aaron Jodoin — Artistic Director / Music Director
Equity actors for roles in Depot Theatre's 2026 season. See individual show breakdowns below.
Please prepare a song of your choice in the style of the show or a one-minute monologue. If you are interested in RING OF FIRE and play an applicable instrument, please feel free to bring your instrument and self-accompany for your song. Have your full book of music on hand.
EPA procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided.
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.
Director: Shawn Churchman
Musical Director: Aaron Jodoin
Rehearsals begin: June 15, 2026
Performances: June 25, 2026 - July 12, 2026
Synopsis: Tick, Tick… Boom! follows Jonathan Larson, a young, fiercely driven composer racing against the clock as he approaches 30 and desperately tries to break into the New York theatre world before time—and his chances—run out. While juggling his diner job, a make-or-break workshop for his sci-fi musical, and the unraveling relationships with his girlfriend and best friend, Jonathan feels the pressure mounting from every direction. But when life delivers an emotional wake-up call, he discovers that the real ticking isn’t about career deadlines—it’s about love, loss, and the fire that pushes an artist to create against all odds.
Jonathan (Male, 25 - early 30s): Dynamic, charismatic leading man. Struggling East Village composer turning 30; smart and likeable, extremely passionate and determined; edgily ironic and irreverent and a little self-involved. Strong rock voice. Tenor. Vocal range (middle C = C4): A2 – A4 (two octaves).
Michael (Male, 25 - early 30s): Jonathan's roommate and best friend. A gay business professional with an artist's soul. Career-minded and image-conscious but also supportive of and caring toward Jonathan. Soulful and devoted, but secretive. Doubles several additional character roles. Strong rock voice. Tenor. Vocal range (middle C = C4): Bb2 – G4.
Susan (Female, 25 - early 30s): Jonathan's girlfriend. A compelling personality in her own right; nurturing, loving and supportive but also growing increasingly frustrated with Jonathan's pre-occupation and lack of commitment. This track doubles several additional character roles. A dancer. Mezzo-soprano. Vocal range (middle C = C4): strong belt Ab3 to D5.
Director: Ginna Hoben
Rehearsals begin: July 13, 2026
Performances: July 23, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Synopsis: Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a fast-paced, heartwarming comedic play that follows 19-year-old Linda O’Shea as she narrates the hilariously disastrous day when her attempt to give her younger sister “the talk” spirals completely out of control. Set in a tight-knit 1970s Irish Catholic community, the family’s private conversation is overheard by the parish’s most fearsome gossip, sending rumors flying and putting the O’Sheas’ reputation—and their sanity—on the line. As Linda tries to retell and reclaim the events of the day, with her family chiming in to correct her version of the story, the play becomes a joyful, chaotic celebration of family, faith, and the fine art of surviving small-town scandal.
Linda O’Shea (Female, 19): Linda is highly intelligent, caring, and curious. She alternates between thinking she knows everything and thinking she knows nothing. Responsible and rarely impetuous.
Josephine ‘Jo’ O’Shea (Female, late 40s–early 50s): Jo juggles more plates than Cirque de Soleil. A great mom who defines multi-tasking. She's also a little more emotional and prone to outbursts than usual.
Becky O’Shea (Female, 13): Becky is an unusual child. Bright and verbal. Full of energy and a huge imagination. She speaks quickly, not unlike characters in movies she loves, like His Girl Friday.
Theresa ‘Terri’ Charmichael (Female, late 50s): Terri is going through a rough patch but is not depressive or phlegmatic. Think Thelma Ritter or Eve Arden, with a touch of Dorothy Parker. Fast talker.
Track 1 (Any gender identity, 50s): This track will double as three roles — Mike O’Shea (50s) / Father Lovett (50s) / Betty Heckenbach (50s). Mike: loud, loyal, and single-task oriented; father as breadwinner and disciplinarian; lousy listener. Father Lovett: old-school Catholic priest; egotistical and imperious. Betty Heckenbach: a homely, judgmental, middle-aged woman sticking her nose into other people's business. (If played by a man, the role is played straight — no winking or flamboyance.)
Director: Michael Santora
Music Director: TBD
Rehearsals begin: August 10, 2026
Performances: August 20, 2026 - September 6, 2026
Synopsis: Ring of Fire is a spirited, toe-tapping musical that celebrates the life, legacy, and music of Johnny Cash by threading together his greatest hits to tell a sweeping American story. Rather than following a traditional plot with one main character, the show uses a cast of performers to trace the arc of Cash’s journey—from humble beginnings in the Arkansas cotton fields, through love, struggle, faith, rebellion, heartbreak, and redemption—while capturing the grit, humor, and soul that defined him. Through iconic songs like “I Walk the Line,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and “Ring of Fire,” the musical becomes a vibrant portrait of resilience and the power of music to carry us through every season of life.
Trenna (Female, 20s–40s): Primary female voice of the ensemble — warm, intuitive, and grounded. Often embodies the perspective of June Carter Cash (not a literal portrayal). Capable of tender vulnerability and playful charm. Vocal range: flexible alto to mezzo; strong lead and harmony skills. Instruments: acoustic guitar (preferred), basic percussion.
Jason (Male, 20s–40s): Carries central narrative threads tied to young Johnny Cash’s spirit — hopeful, yearning, searching. Functions as a musical anchor and often leads transitions. Vocal range: tenor/baritone with strong lead capability. Instruments: acoustic guitar, hand percussion, auxiliary percussion.
Eddie (Male, 20s–40s): Embodies raw drive and rock-leaning edge of Cash’s influence. Dynamic presence fueling the show’s rhythmic engine and leading energetic guitar-driven numbers. Vocal range: tenor/baritone with commanding lead voice. Instruments: acoustic guitar, electric guitar, various percussion.
David (Male, 20s–40s): Ensemble’s multi-instrumental backbone — brings texture, color, and authenticity. Calm, warm, and subtly humorous presence who ties the ensemble together musically and emotionally. Vocal range: flexible tenor/baritone with strong harmonies. Instruments: electric guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle.
Mark (Male, 20s–40s): Provides the musical foundation — steady, grounded, resonant. Often embodies a storyteller or observer role offering reflective warmth. Vocal range: baritone/bass-baritone; strong blend and occasional solos. Instruments: bass (upright preferred; electric acceptable).
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