Marriott Theatre 2027 TYA and Dinner Theatre Season (1st Half) Equity Principal Actors - Marriott Theatre Auditions

MARRIOTT THEATRE 2027 TYA AND DINNER THEATRE SEASON (1ST HALF) - BUFFALO GROVE, IL

EPA/ECC Singers Revised

Marriott Theatre | Lincolnshire, IL

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

REVISED

LOCATION

Updated Personnel. Marriott Theatre Rehearsal Hall, 1342 Barclay Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

AUDITION DATE

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C)

PERSONNEL

Amber Mak - Director/Choreographer - PIPPIN
Katie Spelman - Director/Choreographer - A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
Peter Sullivan (He/Him) - Artistic Director
Katie Johannigman (She/Her) - Associate Artistic Director
Jordan Ratliff (He/They) - Artistic Coordinator

Lunch: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

APPOINTMENTS

To schedule an audition appointment, please go to:
Audition Form.

OTHER DATES

See breakdown for production specific dates.

CONTRACT

Dinner Theatre / TYA
Dinner Theatre: $970 weekly minimum - 2026 rate
TYA: $16 per hour - Rehearsal - 2026 rate
$133 per Performance - 2026 rate

SEEKING

Equity actors for the TYA and 1st Half of Marriott Theatre's 2027 Dinner Theatre Season (See breakdown).

Please reach out to Jordan Ratliff at
Jordan.Ratliff@MarriottTheatre.com or 847-465-1326 ex. 1 if you have any questions or access needs.

PREPARATION

Please prepare to sing 1-minute of a song of your choice in the style of the shows you’re interested in. 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.

BREAKDOWN

MARRIOTT THEATRE 2027 TYA AND DINNER THEATRE SEASON (1ST HALF)

AUDITION

LOCATION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Due to the Equity building being under construction during this particular general call, we will be holding this round of auditions at our warehouse. We acknowledge that this may reduce accessibility to our general auditions but encourage those unable to attend to submit videos for each production's open calls later in the year.

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.

DINNER THEATRE

PIPPIN

First Rehearsal: 1/7/2027
First Preview: 1/27/2027
Press Opening: 2/3/2027
Closing: 3/14/2027

SEEKING:

• LEADING PLAYER: (Any Gender, Any Age) The ultimate 'ring-leader.' Masterfully charming and manipulative, the Leading Player is a chameleon of sorts. Guides Pippin through his own story and tries to intervene at the end. excellent dancer. Obsessed with putting on a great show for the audience. Vocal range: Db3-Ab4
• PIPPIN: (Male/Masc, 20s+) Longing to find his purpose in life. Naive, innocent, and discontent. Eventually finds love, and meaning in life, with Catherine and Theo. Vocal range: G2-Ab4
• CHARLES: (Male/Masc, 50s-60s) Pippin's demanding father. As the King of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne is more comfortable wielding a sword than breaking bread. He wears his years with great pride. Vocal range: G2-E4
• LEWIS: (Male/Masc) Charlemagne and Fastrada’s son. Strong and not bright. Pippin’s half-brother and after Pippin, heir to the throne. Addicted to the physical, Lewis loves weightlifting, Lewis loves wrestling, but most of all, Lewis loves Lewis.
• FASTRADA: (Female/Femme, 30s-40s) Pippin's conniving stepmother. A seductress, who is no stranger to deceit and betrayal, she is both sexy and smart. Skilled at using her sexual appeal to benefit her and her son. Vocal range: A3-F5
• BERTHE: (Female/Femme, 60s) Pippin's saucy grandmother. A brassy broad full of wisdom, grace, and sass. She tries to help Pippin and encourages him to live his life to the fullest. Vocal range: E3-C5
• CATHERINE: (Female/Femme, 20s-30s) A widow and mother. She is a beautiful and a hopeless romantic, who possesses graceful elegance. Encounters Pippin at his lowest point and eventually falls in love with him. Vocal Range: F#3-Db5
• THEO: (Male/Masc, Child) Catherine's son.
• ENSEMBLE: Charlemagne’s Army, Monks, Nobility, Peasants, The Players

A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER

First Rehearsal: 3/25/2027
First Preview: 4/14/2027
Press Opening: 4/21/2027
Closing: 5/30/2027

SEEKING:

• THE D’YSQUITH FAMILY: (Multiple Genders, 30s+) Able to play a wide variety of roles. Doubles as all nine of the D’Ysquith family. All D’Ysquith family heirs are farces of British high society in the early 20th century. Has strong physical comedy skills and accent abilities that help differentiate the multiple characters. Has stamina to carry the different characters throughout the show and make quick costume changes. Vocal range: B2-F4
• MONTY NAVARRO: (Male/Masc, 20s-30s) Ever the optimist, Monty nevertheless struggles as he seeks to join the D’Ysquith family whilst watching the woman he loves marries another. He perseveres with panache and strong physical comedy skills. Vocal Range: A2-A4
• SIBELLA HALLWARD: (Female/Femme, 20s-30s) The girl Monty loves. Sibella has true affection for Monty but more so for social status. Sibella is smart, funny and stylish, and as far as relationships are concerned, she wants to have her cake and eat it too. Vocal Range: Gb3-D5
• PHOEBE D’YSQUITH: (Female/Femme, 20s-30s) Monty’s cousin. Phoebe was raised high-class with idealistic fantasies of love. She foils Sibella in her interest in love over status and tries to find the true virtue in people. Though she is smart and earnest, she can also be naive. A true soprano with a legit, possibly operatic sound. Vocal Range: C4-C#6 (sus) [optional Eb6]
• MISS SHINGLE: (Female/Femme, 40s-60s) Monty’s unexpected visitor. Mysterious, Miss Shingle has an obvious sense of justice. She comes to tell Monty the secret of his D’Ysquith lineage with a pivotal song in Act 1 that sets up the story of the show. Vocal Range: G3-A5
• ENSEMBLE: various ages, genders and vocal ranges. Ensemble actors play a variety of roles including featured characters with solos and lines. Must be able to portray a variety of characters with a variety of accents.

TYA

THE LIGHTNING THIEF (TYA Edition)

First Rehearsal: Feb 4th, 2027
First Preview: Feb 19th, 2027
Press Opening: Feb 27th, 2027
Closing: March 27, 2027

SEEKING:

• PERCY JACKSON: (Male/Masc, 15–16) The son of Poseidon and an impulsive but good-hearted teenager who struggles with ADHD, dyslexia, and feeling misunderstood. Percy is unexpectedly thrown into the world of Greek mythology and discovers the hero within himself.
• ANNABETH: (Female/Femme, 15–16) The fiercely intelligent daughter of Athena. Strategic, ambitious, and determined to prove herself, Annabeth is a natural leader with a guarded emotional side.
• GROVER: (Male/Masc, 15–16) A loyal satyr disguised as Percy’s best friend. Nervous, compassionate, and quirky, Grover is tasked with protecting demigods while longing to prove his own bravery.
• LUKE: (Male/Masc, 17–20) The charismatic son of Hermes and senior camper at Camp Half-Blood. Charming and cool-headed, Luke quickly becomes a mentor figure to Percy.
• SALLY JACKSON: (Female/Femme, 30s–40s) Percy’s loving and resilient mother. Warm, selfless, and emotionally strong, Sally has spent years protecting Percy from dangers he does not yet understand.
• MR. BRUNNER / CHIRON: (Male/Masc, Adult) Percy’s Latin teacher who is secretly the wise centaur Chiron. A patient mentor and protector of young heroes.
• CLARISSE: (Female/Femme, 15–17) The aggressive and competitive daughter of Ares. Tough, intimidating, and battle-ready, Clarisse thrives on conflict and competition.
• MR. D / DIONYSUS: (Male/Masc, Adult/Ageless) The sarcastic god of wine and reluctant director of Camp Half-Blood. Bitter, funny, and perpetually annoyed by the campers.
• GABE UGLIANO: (Male/Masc, 30s–40s) Percy’s crude and unpleasant stepfather. Lazy, selfish, and deeply irritating.
• ARES: (Male/Masc, Adult/Ageless) The intimidating god of war, portrayed like a dangerous biker-rock-star. Aggressive, manipulative, and fueled by chaos.
• POSEIDON: (Male/Masc, Adult/Ageless) God of the sea and Percy’s distant father. Calm, mysterious, and emotionally restrained, though he deeply cares for Percy.
• HADES: (Male/Masc, Adult/Ageless) The ruler of the Underworld, portrayed as an aging rock star. Dramatic, bitter, and misunderstood.
• MRS. DODDS: (Female/Femme, Adult/Ageless) A Fury disguised as Percy’s substitute teacher. Menacing, terrifying, and Percy’s first encounter with the monster world.
• THE ORACLE: (Female/Femme, Ageless) A mystical prophet in the form of a mummy who delivers cryptic prophecies to heroes.
• AUNTY EM / MEDUSA: (Female/Femme, Adult/Ageless) A seemingly warm roadside host who is secretly Medusa. Manipulative, lonely, and dangerous.
• THALIA: (Female/Femme, Teenager) The brave daughter of Zeus whose legacy and sacrifice loom large over Camp Half-Blood.
• BIANCA: (Female/Femme, Teenager) A mysterious young girl dressed in 1930s clothing encountered during Percy’s journey.

CHARON

(Male/Masc, Adult) The sarcastic ferryman of the Underworld who transports souls across the River Styx.

ENSEMBLE: (All Genders, Various Ages) Campers, gods, monsters, spirits, museum patrons, Underworld creatures, drivers, and mythological beings who help create the imaginative world of Percy’s adventure. Featured ensemble roles may include the Minotaur, Chimera, Cyclops, Bus Driver, Uber Driver, and various campers and spirits.

LYLE LYLE CROCODILE

First Rehearsal: June 24th, 2027
First Preview: July 9th, 2027
Press Opening: July 17th, 2027
Closing: August 8th, 2027

SEEKING:

• JOSH PRIMM: (Male/Masc, 10–12) A shy and anxious boy struggling to adjust to life in New York City. His friendship with Lyle helps him gain confidence and a sense of belonging.
• LYLE: (Open Gender/Non-Speaking, Ageless/Youthful) A warm-hearted singing crocodile with extraordinary musical talent. Gentle, expressive, and deeply emotional despite never speaking words.
• HECTOR P. VALENTI: (Male/Masc, 40s–50s) A flamboyant performer and failed magician desperate for a comeback. Theatrical, eccentric, and deeply caring beneath the showmanship.
• KATIE PRIMM: (Female/Femme, 30s–40s) Josh’s mother and a cookbook author searching for creative inspiration and stability for her family.
• JOSEPH PRIMM: (Male/Masc, 30s–40s) Josh’s optimistic father and playground designer. Practical, supportive, and excited by the family’s new beginning in New York.
• MR. GRUMPS: (Male/Masc, 50s–70s) The Primms’ grumpy and suspicious neighbor. Protective of his beloved cat and resistant to change.
• LORETTA THE CAT: (Female/Femme, Adult Cat) Mr. Grumps’ pampered Persian cat, often portrayed through puppetry. Elegant, dramatic, and hilariously temperamental.
• EDDIE THE PET SHOP OWNER: (Male/Masc, Adult) The kindhearted owner of an exotic pet shop who introduces Hector to Lyle.
• JIMMY SCHUBERTLANDER: (Male/Masc, 40s–60s) A loud and skeptical Broadway producer who reluctantly agrees to produce Hector and Lyle’s act.
• FRIDA FRYHOUSE: (Female/Femme, Adult) The enthusiastic real estate representative who welcomes the Primms to New York City.
• TRUDY: (Female/Femme, Teenager) One of Josh’s classmates and part of the growing community he begins to connect with.
• MAYOR MYRNA GERSHON: (Female/Femme, Adult) The energetic mayor of New York City who becomes swept up in the excitement surrounding Lyle.

SERGEANT SAMSEL

(Male/Masc, Adult) A police sergeant involved in managing the city’s response to the chaos surrounding Lyle.

ENSEMBLE: (All Genders, Various Ages) New Yorkers, movers, schoolchildren, police officers, drama club members, pizza rats, theater performers, crocodiles, and colorful members of the city who bring the bustling world of New York to life.

HANSEL & GRETEL

First Rehearsal: Nov 15th, 2027
First Preview: Nov 27th, 2027
Press Opening: Dec 4th, 2027
Closing: January 9th, 2028

SEEKING:

• HANSEL: (Male/Masc, 10–13) Cautious and thoughtful, but easily influenced by others—especially his bold younger sister. Though hesitant to take risks, Hansel ultimately wants to protect his family and do the right thing.
• GRETEL: (Female/Femme, 8–12) Rebellious, mischievous, and endlessly curious. Gretel charges headfirst into adventure without always thinking through the consequences, often pulling Hansel along for the ride.
• THE WITCH: (Female/Femme, 30s–60s) The charismatic and dangerous owner of a mysterious digital empire who uses children’s addiction to games to power her underground data center. Able to switch instantly from warm and inviting to manipulative and terrifying.
• MOM: (Female/Femme, 30s–40s) A hardworking single mother doing everything she can to create a stable life for her children. Grounded, practical, and deeply loving, she struggles to balance survival with being present for her kids.
• MULTI-CHARACTER TRACK: (Open Gender, 10–18 or Adult Playing Young) A quirky and slightly awkward neighborhood kid who becomes an unexpected ally in the story. Also doubles as a variety of digital avatars and Pixel Clippy, a trapped chatbot AI hidden deep within the Witch’s basement network. This track has strong comedic timing and versatility for multiple transformations.
• ENSEMBLE: Various ages, genders and vocal ranges. Ensemble actors play a variety of roles.