Wednesday, December 3, 2025
2:00 PM (C)
Dinner Theatre
$970 weekly minimum
Equity chorus singers for the 2nd half of Marriott Theatre's 2026 Dinner Theatre Season (See breakdown). Marriott Theatre will take video submissions for all shows announced at a later date.
Pursuant to the terms of a concession made to this employer's agreement, the employer has agreed that any Equity member who attends this audition will have an opportunity to be seen.
Please prepare a short song cut (equivalent to 1 minute) and bring your book in case the team needs to hear more. An accompanist will be provided. Also, please bring your headshot and resume stapled together.
Actors' Equity Association - Chicago Member Center
557 W Randolph St
1st Fl
Chicago, IL 60661
COME FROM AWAY
Jessica Fisch - Director
Katie Spelman - Choreographer
Disney’s FROZEN
Ashley Rodbro - Director
Katie Spelman - Choreographer
Expected to Attend:
Peter Sullivan (He/Him) - Artistic Director
Katie Johannigman (She/Her) - Associate Artistic Director/Choreographer
Kavin Moore, CSA (He/They) - Artistic Coordinator
COME FROM AWAY
First Rehearsal: August 6th, 2026
First Preview: August 26th, 2026
Press Opening: September 2nd, 2026
Closing: October 18th, 2026
Disney's FROZEN
First Rehearsal: October 15th, 2026
First Preview: November 4th, 2026
Press Opening: November 11th, 2026
Closing: January 3rd, 2027
https://www.marriotttheatre.com/
Please reach out to Kavin Moore at
Kavin.Moore@MarriottTheatre.com or 847-465-1326 ex. 1 if you have any questions or access needs.
ECC Procedures are in effect for this audition.
Notice: Audition Call Type: ECC
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.
Marriott Theatre 2026 Dinner Theatre Season (1st Half)
Casting Note: Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming casting process. The team strives to lead with respect, kindness, and generosity. In regard to the character descriptions – they outline the characters as described in the script and in consultation with the creative team. They do not aim to be all-encompassing representations of who might fill these roles. We aim for an expansive and deliberate casting process. We acknowledge that the characters in the script are traditionally presented as either male or female (using he/him or she/her pronouns). We warmly welcome submissions from individuals who identify as gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, or non-binary for the roles that resonate most with their identity.
BEVERLEY & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 40s-50s, Any Ethnicity) An American Airlines pilot, Beverley has always loved flying, but her world is changed when she hears about coworkers who were killed in the attacks, and when she is confronted by passengers who refuse to fly again. Others: ANNETTE, a local teacher at the Gander Academy who assists Beulah and often lapses into fantasies about the newcomers.
BEULAH & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 40s – 60s, Any Ethnicity). Head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, she befriends Hannah, walking to church and praying with her, while overcoming her suspicions of Ali. Quick-witted and open hearted, Beulah loves to share a joke.
BONNIE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 30s – 50s, Any Ethnicity) A no-nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety – but in frustration, she sometimes lashes out at her husband, Doug.
DIANE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 40s-60s, Any Ethnicity) Diane is a traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out he is safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself.
HANNAH & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 30s – 50s, Black) The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.
JANICE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 20s, Any Ethnicity). An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her.
BOB & OTHERS (Male/Masc, late 20s-30s, Black) A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that someone will take advantage of him – but instead he ends up losing his New York jadedness.
CLAUDE & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 40s – 60s, Any Ethnicity). The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he’s never before had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude. Others: DERM, mayor of the nearby town of Appleton.
KEVIN J & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s-40s, MENASA) Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave and get back to the U.S. as soon as possible. Others: ALI a Muslim from Egypt, is profiled and body searched by the police at the airport.
KEVIN T & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s-50s, Any Ethnicity) The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin searches for greater meaning and ways to give back. Others: GARTH, head of the local union representing the bus drivers.
NICK & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 40s – 60s, Any Ethnicity) An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for another passenger, Diane. Others: DOUG, an air traffic controller and husband to Bonnie.
OZ & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s – 50s, Any Ethnicity) The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Others: JOEY, a rambunctious passenger on one of the planes who enjoys a good drink.
ELSA (Female/Femme, 20s, Any Ethnicity) Reserved and hesitant, yet inherently regal. Elsa becomes anxious and withdrawn as she grows older, before eventually learning to take control of, and become confident in, her powers.
ANNA (Female/Femme, Early 20s, Any Ethnicity) Optimistic, enthusiastic, and slightly disheveled, naturally funny and courageously fearless, her greatest flaw – and her greatest strength – is her faith in love.
HANS (Male/Masc, 20s, Any Ethnicity) The ambitious Prince of the Southern Isles and overlooked thirteenth son of a king. He boasts an exceedingly charming facade that fools everyone - including Anna and, ideally, the audience! - into believing he's Prince Charming, when really, he's just a jerk.
OLAF (Male/Masc, 20s-30s, Any Ethnicity) A big-voiced snowman created by Elsa’s magic, Olaf is pure innocence, completely content to be anywhere, doing anything. Strong Puppeteering Skills.
KRISTOFF (Male/Masc, 20s, Any Ethnicity) A human orphan raised by Hidden Folk in the forest, Kristoff is a self-reliant ice-seller & Mountain Man whose best friend is a reindeer, for whom he provides a voice so they can have conversations. Kristoff is naturally warm with a good heart.
WESELTON (Male/Masc, 50s, Any Ethnicity) A chauvinistic, intolerant diplomat, the Duke of Weselton seeks any opportunity to get ahead. Possesses a huge inferiority complex.
SVEN (All Gender Identities, 18+, Any Ethnicity) The lovable reindeer & sidekick to Kristoff. Funny, inquisitive and intuitive. Strong Puppeteering Skills.
YOUNG ELSA (Female/Femme, 11-14 years old, Any Ethnicity) Bright, poised, elder princess of Arendelle who adores her younger sister. Wrestles with a dangerous talent.
YOUNG ANNA (Female/Femme, 8 - 11 years old, Any Ethnicity) Energetic, free-spirited younger princess of Arendelle who dotes on every word and movement of Elsa. She is heartbroken when she is isolated from Elsa by their parents.
PABBIE (Male/Masc, 20s+, Any Ethnicity) One of the mystical leaders of the Hidden Folk who has a soft spot for strays.
BULDA (Female/Femme, 20s+, Any Ethnicity) One of the mystical leaders of the Hidden Folk who has a soft spot for strays.
KING AGNARR (Male/Masc, 30s+, Any Ethnicity) The warm-hearted ruler of Arendelle who is committed to protecting both his family and the Townspeople from his eldest daughter's powers.
QUEEN IDUNA (Female/Femme, 30s+, Any Ethnicity) The queen who possesses a sense of rightness and kindness that guides her in her protection of her two young girls.
OAKEN (Male/Masc, 20s+, Any Ethnicity) An exceedingly cheerful and convivial wandering salesperson and ardent devotee to all things cozy and comfortable.
ENSEMBLE (All Gender Identities, 20s+, Any Ethnicity) Seeking strong singers and dancers to play townspeople, Hidden Folk, snow dancers, and other various roles.
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