INSTITUTIONAL OFF-BROADWAY GROUP AUDITIONS 2026 Equity Principal Actors - Various Producers Auditions

INSTITUTIONAL OFF-BROADWAY GROUP AUDITIONS 2026 - NYC EPA

Various Producers

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, July 13, 2026

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

Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTRACT

Off Broadway
See each theatre's

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for salary.

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in the following Off-Broadway theatre's 2026-27 Seasons:

• MCC Theater
• Primary Stages
• Signature Theatre Company
• The Public Theater
• WP Theater

PREPARATION

Please prepare a brief monologue and/or a brief song. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring three (3) copies of your headshot and resume stapled together.

LOCATION

Sunlight Studios
321 W 44th St, Ste #202
New York, NY 10036
Holding room - Studio A

PERSONNEL

See each theatre's

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for production-specific

PERSONNEL

, as well as those who are expected to attend.

OTHER DATES

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for production dates.

OTHER

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Equity's

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s 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.

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Primary Stages

PERSONNEL:

Artistic Director: Erin Daley
General Manager: Dean Carpenter
Expected to attend:
Artistic Associate: Zuhdi Boueri
Company Manager: Claudia McCoy
Both Productions:
$948 weekly minimum (Cat. 3) Plus - Pension & Health

FANTASMA

Directed by: Laurie Woolery
Written by: Benjamin Benne
First Rehearsal: October 13th, 2026
Performances: November 7th - December 20th, 2026

SYNOPSIS: On Christmas Eve in Southern California, three generations of women gather in Rosie’s newly renovated kitchen to make chuchitos – a traditional Guatemalan recipe passed down by heart, touch, and intuition. While her granddaughters attempt to document the dish step-by-step, they discover that what’s being preserved isn’t just food, and that recording and remembering are entirely different things. Spanning nearly two decades, Fantasma is a bittersweet exploration of what we keep, what we lose, and the impossibility of ever capturing it exactly right.

SEEKING:

• RAMONA “MONCHA”: 57-58: Eldest sister, the diplomat of the group
• CARMELINA “CARMEN”: 47-54+: middle sister, she's living a 1950's Stepford wife fantasy
• PATRICIA “PATTY”: 45-48: youngest sister, the clown of the group: she'd be annoying if she wasn't so fun
• CELESTE: 23-38: Ramona's daughter, ambitious, serious, and driven, a hard worker
• ELIZABETH “LIZZY”: 17-32: Carmelina's daughter, with a lightness, sheltered but draws strength from her cousin
• ROSENDA “ROSIE”: 75: mother (and grandmother), the dominant matriarch with hard walls and a tender interior

BABY SHOWER KATIE

Written by: Beth Hyland
First Rehearsal: February 2nd - February 21st, 2027
Performances: February 27th - April 11th, 2027

SYNOPSIS: Best friends Rebecca and Hannah navigate their divergent dreams across four baby showers thrown for three different women named Katie. This irreverent new comedy explores motherhood, expectations, and the comedy of life transitions.

SEEKING:

• REBECCA: 30s, upbeat, bright, warm, slightly rigid, high achiever with a desire to be a mother
• HANNAH: 30s, charismatic, chaotic, rebellious, doesn't want children
• DR. ALMOND: 60s, a high-status and terrifying mother with a mix of control and underlying affection
• THE KATIES: 30s, multiple roles played by the same actor, representing various aspects of motherhood and social expectations

Signature Theatre Company 2026-27 Season

PERSONNEL:

Artistic Director: Emily Shooltz
Executive Director: Tim McClimon
General Manager: Kenneth Naanep
Expected to attend:
Artistic Producer: Jeremy Ehlinger
Artistic Assistant: Emily Chackerian
Artistic Intern: Sakura Grashow
All Productions:
$1290 weekly minimum (Cat. CC)

EDIA Statement: Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages performers of all ethnicities, genders, abilities, and ages to audition.

KING OF THE YEES

Written by Lauren Yee
Directed by Joshua Kahan Brody
First Rehearsal: September 8, 2026
Previews begin: October 6, 2026
Opening: October 19, 2026
End of announced run: November 22, 2026
Possible extension through: December 6, 2026

SYNOPSIS: Larry Yee has been the heart of the Yee Fung Toy Family Association. When he disappears, his daughter Lauren sets off to find him, leading to a magical exploration of heritage and family legacy.

SEEKING:

• LARRY: CAST.
• LAUREN: CAST.
• ACTOR 1: CAST.
• ACTOR 2: OFFER OUT.
• ACTOR 3: OFFER OUT.

MILES FOR MARY

Written by The Mad Ones
Directed by Lila Neugebauer
First Rehearsal: January 12, 2027
Previews begin: February 9, 2026
Opening: February 22, 2027
End of announced run: March 21, 2027
Possible extension through: April 11, 2027

SYNOPSIS: A comedic look at the chaotic planning for a high school telethon, examining professionalism and absurdity.

SEEKING:

• SANDRA BULKMAN: CAST.
• DAVID EAGAN: CAST.
• ROD DIETRICH: CAST.
• KEN WYCKOFF: CAST.
• JULIE WYCKOFF-BARNES: CAST.
• BRENDA ZADAKIAN: CAST.

ANGELA'S MIXTAPE

Written by Eisa Davis
First Rehearsal: April 13, 2027
Previews begin: May 11, 2027
Opening: May 24, 2027
End of announced run: June 20, 2027
Possible extension through: July 4, 2027

SYNOPSIS: A vivid exploration of growing up among activists, capturing the beat of childhood through music and memories.

SEEKING:

• EISA: Femme presenting, Black, 20s-30s.
• ANGELA: Femme presenting, Black, 30s-50s.
• CES/VARIOUS: Femme presenting, Black, 20s-30s.
• MOMMY: Femme presenting, Black, 30s-50s.
• GRANDMA/VARIOUS: Femme presenting, Black, 50s-60s.

MCC Theater 2026-27 Season

PERSONNEL:

Co-Artistic Directors: Bernie Telsey & Will Cantler
Executive Director: Blake West
General Manager: Beth Dembrow
Expected to attend:
Director of Artistic Planning & Production: Scott Galina
All Equity stage managerial positions have been filled.

ANON

Written by Anne Washburn
Directed by Anne Kauffman
First Rehearsal (on or around) – August 24th, 2026
First Preview (on or around) – September 25th, 2026
Possible Extensions Through – November 29th, 2026

Newman Mills Theater
$1,609 weekly minimum - Category DD

SEEKING:

• JEANIE: CAST.
• DELIA: CAST.
• MICHAEL: CAST.
• WILL: CAST.
• ADAM: CAST.
• TALK SHOW HOST: CAST.
• PODCAST INTERVIEWER: CAST.
• PETER WALLIS: CAST.
• OTHER PODCAST VOICE: CAST.

THE HEART SELLERS

Written by Lloyd Suh
Directed by May Adrales
First Rehearsal (on or around) – December 7th, 2026
First Preview (on or around) – January 8th, 2027
Possible Extensions Through – March 14th, 2027

Frankel Theater
$1,129 weekly minimum - Category BB

SEEKING:

• LUNA: CAST.
• JANE: CAST.

WHAT'S EATING GILBERT GRAPE

Book by Peter Hedges
Music and Lyrics by Adrian Enscoe, Christopher Sears, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn
Directed by Anne Kauffman
First Rehearsal (on or around) – May 10th, 2027
First Preview (on or around) – June 12th, 2027
Possible Extensions Through – August 25th, 2027

Newman Mills Theater
$1,609 weekly minimum - Category DD

SEEKING:

• AMY GRAPE: CAST.
• ELLEN GRAPE: CAST.
• MRS. BETTY CARVER: CAST.
• ARNIE GRAPE: CAST.
• GILBERT GRAPE: CAST.
• BONNIE “MOMMA” GRAPE: CAST.
• BECKY BURNS: CAST.
• TUCKER VAN DYKE: CAST.
• JANICE GRAPE: CAST.
• MR. LAMSON: CAST.
• ALBERT GRAPE: CAST.

The Public Theater 2026-27 Season

PERSONNEL:

Artistic Director: Oskar Eustis
Executive Director: Patrick Willingham
Expected to attend:
Directors of Casting: Jordan Thaler/Heidi Griffiths
Casting Director: Kate Murray
Casting Associate: Chalin Tulyathan

Except where otherwise noted, understudy coverage needs are TBD at this time.

EQUITY STAGE MANAGERS, please drop off your resume with the monitor for consideration.

GOOD TIME CHARLIE

Written by Ryan J. Haddad
Directed by Danny Sharron
1st Rehearsal: 8/17
1st Preview: 9/24
Close: 10/25
Furthest Possible Close: 11/15
Rate: $1,290 weekly minimum - Cat. CC

SYNOPSIS: Charlie dreamt of the stage, but his family had other plans. His passion ignites in Ryan’s journey to make his own mark.

THE FOLLOWING ROLES ARE CAST:

• RYAN: CAST.
• CHARLIE: CAST.
• LOU: CAST.
• JANICE: CAST.
• SHELDON: CAST.
• BOB/CHARLIE SR.: CAST.
• JOAN/JUDY: CAST.

SEEKING:

Understudies for all or some of the roles listed above, specific tracks TBD.

THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON

A Musical
Book and Lyrics by Jethro Compton
Music and Lyrics by Darren Clark
Based on the Short Story by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Choreographed by Chi-San Howard
Directed by Jethro Compton
1st Rehearsal: 8/19
1st Preview: 10/8
Closing: 11/22
Furthest Possible Close: 12/13
Rate: $1,929 weekly minimum - Cat. EE

SYNOPSIS: A love story that defies odds unfolds across the life of Benjamin Button, told through a unique musical lens.

SEEKING:

• AVORYOW: CAST.
• EBRON: CAST.
• GWYNS: CAST.
• LANOW: CAST.
• MORLAN: CAST.
• REVERTHI: CAST.
• STERENOW: CAST.
• TEWES: CAST.
• TIR: CAST.
• TONNOW: CAST.
• TRETH: CAST.
• SWING 1: CAST.
• SWING 2: CAST.
• SWING 3: CAST.
• SWING 4: CAST.

WE'LL SEE

Written and Directed by Richard Nelson
1st Rehearsal: 9/22
1st Performance: 10/25
Close: 11/29
Furthest Possible Ext Close: 12/13
Rate: $1,129 weekly minimum - Cat. BB

SYNOPSIS: The Apple family navigates midterm election day in the latest of Richard Nelson’s acclaimed series.

6 ACTORS, ALL CAST. NO UNDERSTUDIES. We do not have

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information on these roles.

WELCOME TABLE

By James Ijames
Directed by Rachel Chavkin
1st Rehearsal: 1/12/27
1st Performance: 2/18/27
Closing: 3/21/27
Furthest Possible Extension Closing: 4/4/27
Rate: $1,929 weekly minimum - Cat. EE

SYNOPSIS: A bold reimagining of a pivotal meeting with figures such as James Baldwin, examining legacy and justice in America.

THE FOLLOWING ROLES ARE CAST/ON OFFER:

• JIMMY: ON OFFER.
• LORRAINE: ON OFFER.
• JEROME: CAST.
• HARRY: ON OFFER.
• EDWIN: CAST.
• BOBBY: ON OFFER.
• MINNY: CAST.

SEEKING:

• LENA:

  SEEKING

  for the role of Lena Horne.
• BURKE:

  SEEKING

  for the role of Burke Marshall.
• Understudies: For roles listed above, specific tracks TBD.

MOBILE UNIT SPRING 2027

Production/Dates/Creative Team TBD.
The Mobile Unit is a modern reimagining of Joseph Papp’s Mobile Theater, staging free professional theater productions in communities.

9 ACTORS, TBC: Casting needs are not yet known. Historically a play by Shakespeare.

WP Theater

PERSONNEL:

Producing Artistic Director: Lisa McNulty
Managing Director: Michael Sag
Expected to attend:
Associate Artistic Director: Rebecca Martinez
Bold New Work Development Associate: Hannah Sgambellone
All Productions:
$859 weekly minimum (Cat. 1)

wptheater.org

FISH

Director: Tatiana Pandiani
Playwright: Melis Aker
First Rehearsal: September 1, 2026
First Preview: September 26, 2026
Opening: October 11, 2026
Announced Closing: October 25, 2026
Extension 1 Closing: November 1, 2026
Extension 2 Closing: November 8, 2026

SYNOPSIS: A darkly comedic story about a girl navigating grief while confronting the unresolved mystery of her brother's disappearance.

SEEKING:

• KARYA: OFFER OUT F. 17. British-Turkish.
• LIBBY: CAST. F. 17.
• CEYDA: CAST. F. Early 40s. Turkish.
• ISHA: F. 23-25. British-Syrian.
• JON: OFFER OUT M. 35-39.

THE STAND-IN

Director: Emily Young
Playwright: Crystal Finn
First Rehearsal: January 5, 2027
First Preview: January 30, 2027
Opening: February 16, 2027
Announced Closing: February 28, 2027
Extension 1 Closing: March 7, 2027
Extension 2 Closing: March 14, 2027

SYNOPSIS: A satirical examination of friendship and ambition in the film industry.

SEEKING:

• CLAUDIA: an actress.
• WRITER: a writer, later CLAIRE.
• ANTONIO, ANTHONY, ANSEL, ANTON, ANDRE: all played by the same actor.
• KLARA, CINDY, MOTHER, MAID, SALLY: all played by the same actress.
• LEO: A film director.

YOU SEEM SAD

Director: May Adrales
Playwright: Leah Nanako Winkler
First Rehearsal: March 9, 2027
First Preview: April 3, 2027
Opening: April 18, 2027
Announced Closing: May 2, 2027
Extension 1 Closing: May 9, 2027
Extension 2 Closing: May 16, 2027

SYNOPSIS: The intersection of post-WWII Japan and modern America through the stories of two women.

SEEKING:

• KEIKO: 20s. Japanese (f).
• SADAKICHI: 20s. Japanese (m).
• STUDENT 1: hafu (mixed race, f).
• STUDENT 2: Korean American (F).
• STUDENT 3: any race (m).