ONCE AND LES MISERABLES — Principal Actors Auditions

ONCE AND LES MISERABLES - NYC EPA

STAGES St. Louis | Chesterfield, MO

AUDITION NOTICE

Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE:

Monday, November 16, 2026
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (E)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTRACT

LOA
$708 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST) - 2026 rates
Plus housing & travel

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in ONCE and LES MISERABLES (See

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Stages St. Louis encourages and actively seeks actors of all ethnicities, nationalities and genders. STAGES St. Louis strives to cultivate an inclusive environment which welcomes differences of ethnicity, religion, sexuality, income, or any other divisions with generosity and openness among its artists, audiences, leaders, and community. Through support and understanding of our differences, we can recognize our commonalities.

STAGES encourages performers of all ethnicities, races, gender identities, ages, body types, and abilities to audition. When a gender is included in a character description, it refers only to the gender identity and/or presentation of that character as scripted by the playwright and not that of the performer.

PREPARATION

Please prepare a song of your choice in the style of the shows. Have your full book of music on hand. For LES MISERABLES, we welcome songs from the contemporary pop opera musical theatre canon (Boublil/Schonberg, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Maury Yeston, Frank Wildhorn, etc.) For ONCE, we welcome intimate acoustic indie folk-rock or Irish folk-rock. Please bring and play your instrument, if it is convenient for you. Please bring a photo and resume.

LOCATION

Actors' Equity New York Audition Center
165 W 46th St
16th Fl
New York, NY 10036

PERSONNEL

Producing Artistic Director: Gayle Holsman Seay
Executive Producer: Andrew Kuhlman
Artistic General Manager: Alicia Scott-Aune
Casting: Holly Buczek, HDB Casting

Expected to attend:

• Gayle Holsman Seay: Producing Artistic Director
• Holly Buczek: Casting Director
• Nolan Bonvouloir: Music Supervisor
• Paige Price: Director of LES MISERABLES

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

Equity's

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Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

ONCE

Director: Keith Andrews
Musical Director: Eric Scott Anthony
Musical Supervisor: Nolan Bonvouloir

Rehearsals begin in St. Louis: May 4, 2027
Performances: May 28 – June 27, 2027

SEEKING:

GIRL: (20s; woman) A practical, intelligent Czech immigrant whose warmth, resilience, and quiet optimism inspire those around her. Direct, witty, and deeply compassionate, she never seeks pity despite life's challenges. Must sing exceptionally well, play piano proficiently, and perform with an authentic Czech (Eastern European) accent. ADVANCED PIANO

GUY: (20s to early 30s; man) An Irish musician and songwriter at a crossroads in his life. Thoughtful, reserved, and quietly charismatic, he struggles to move forward after heartbreak while working in his father's vacuum repair shop. Must sing exceptionally well, play guitar proficiently, and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED GUITAR

BILLY: (30s to 40s; man) The warmhearted owner of a Dublin music store where Girl plays piano. Outgoing, humorous, and fiercely loyal, he serves as both friend and protector. Must sing well, play guitar proficiently, and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT GUITAR

REZA: (Late 20s; woman) A spirited, confident Czech musician with a vibrant personality and quick wit. Bold, expressive, and full of life, she brings energy and humor wherever she goes. Must sing exceptionally well, play violin/fiddle proficiently, and perform with an authentic Czech (Eastern European) accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT FIDDLE/VIOLIN

BARUSKA: (50s+; woman) Girl's mother. A generous, welcoming Czech matriarch whose home is always open to family and friends. Warm, practical, and full of humor, she embraces life with enthusiasm. Must sing well, play accordion and/or piano proficiently, and perform with an authentic Czech (Eastern European) accent. PROFICIENT ACCORDION AND/OR PIANO (INSTRUMENTS A PLUS FOR THIS TRACK, BUT NOT REQUIRED)

BANK MANAGER: (30s to 40s; man or woman) A polished and reserved bank manager whose professional exterior hides a genuine love of music and performance. Must sing well, play guitar and cello proficiently, and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT CELLO AND/OR GUITAR

DA: (50s+; man) Guy's father. A hardworking, quiet man whose love and support are expressed more through actions than words. Must play guitar and ukulele and/or mandolin proficiently and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT GUITAR, UKULELE & MANDOLIN (INSTRUMENTS A PLUS FOR THIS TRACK, BUT NOT REQUIRED)

SVEC: (20s to 30s; man) An eccentric but lovable Czech musician with an offbeat sense of humor and enthusiasm for life's simple pleasures. Must play guitar and drum kit exceptionally well and perform with an authentic Czech (Eastern European) accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT DRUM KIT – GUITAR A PLUS

EAMON: (30s to 40s; man) A recording studio manager who is pragmatic, guarded, and business-minded, but ultimately recognizes genuine artistry and talent. Must sing well, play guitar and piano proficiently, and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT GUITAR & PIANO

EMCEE: (20s to 30s; man) The charismatic host of a Dublin pub open mic. Quick-witted, personable, and playful, with an easy rapport with both performers and patrons. Must sing exceptionally well, play guitar proficiently, and perform with an authentic Irish accent. PROFICIENT GUITAR

EX-GIRLFRIEND: (20s; woman) Guy's former partner, now living in New York. Warm, genuine, and compassionate, she remains an important part of his past. Must play violin proficiently and perform with an authentic Irish accent. ADVANCED TO PROFICIENT VIOLIN

ANDREJ: (20s; man) A kindhearted Czech musician with a hopeful spirit and big dreams. Though he works a day job at a fast-food chain, he remains committed to his passion for music and a better future. Earnest, optimistic, and genuine. Must play guitar and bass guitar exceptionally well, and perform with an authentic Czech (Eastern European) accent. ADVANCED-PROFICIENT BASS GUITAR & GUITAR

IVANKA: (5-9; girl) The sweet-natured, shy, and lovable young daughter of Girl. She is a comforting, gentle presence in her mother's busy, multi-generational Czech household. She represents the deep-rooted love, maternal motivation, and complex past that Girl carries with her through her journey in Dublin. CONFIDENT SINGER WITH WARM STAGE PRESENCE.

LES MISERABLES

Director: Paige Price
Music Director: Michael Kaish
Musical Supervisor: Nolan Bonvouloir

Rehearsals begin in St. Louis: June 29, 2027
Performances: July 23 – August 22, 2027

SEEKING:

JEAN VALJEAN: (30s to 50s; any ethnicity; man) Tenor, Low A to High B. Ages from his mid-thirties to early fifties over the course of the play. A man transformed by redemption, whose intelligence, compassion, and extraordinary strength are matched by his unwavering belief in mercy and forgiveness. Comfortable Mover.

JAVERT: (35 to 50s; any ethnicity; man) Baritone, Low F to F♯. Ages approximately 17 years over the course of the play. A relentless inspector driven by duty, discipline, and an uncompromising belief in justice. Humble and haughty, like all fanatics...a dreamer of stern dreams. Must be comfortable flying at heights. Comfortable Mover.

COSETTE: (18 to 25 years old; any ethnicity; woman) Soprano, B♭ (below Middle C) to High C with belt. Must be able to float a B♭ with a contemporary musical theatre sound, not operatic. Gentle, optimistic, and full of quiet strength. Raised with love after a difficult childhood, she embodies hope, innocence, and kindness. Comfortable Mover.

FANTINE: (25 to 35 years old; any ethnicity; woman) Mezzo-Soprano, G♭ to E♭. A devoted mother whose fierce love for her daughter drives every sacrifice. Once radiant and hopeful, life's hardships have left her determined, vulnerable, and resilient. Comfortable Mover.

MARIUS: (20 to 30 years old; any ethnicity; man) Tenor or High Lyric Baritone, Low A to A♭. An earnest young idealist and romantic hero. Intelligent, compassionate, and courageous, he is driven by both love and his convictions. Comfortable Mover.

EPONINE: (20 to 28 years old; any ethnicity; woman) Mezzo Belt, F♯ to E. A streetwise young woman shaped by hardship but defined by resilience. Beneath her rough exterior lies a loyal heart capable of deep, selfless love. Amid the grime and shame, she preserves traces of pride, a spark of love. Comfortable Mover.

THENARDIER: (30 to 45 years old; any ethnicity; man) Baritone, C to High G♭. A cunning opportunist with broad comedic instincts and a dangerous edge. A charming con artist who can shift effortlessly from entertaining host to ruthless manipulator. Knows how to do a little of everything, all of it badly. Comfortable Mover.

MADAME THENARDIER: (30 to 45 years old; any ethnicity; woman) Alto/Mezzo Belt, G♯ to D. A formidable survivor with a sharp wit and dark sense of humor. Loves nothing but her children, fears nothing but her husband. Tough, resourceful, and unapologetically self-serving. Comfortable Mover.

YOUNG COSETTE: (8 to 12 years old; any ethnicity; girl) Child Soprano, A♭ (below Middle C) to E♭. A frightened but gentle child who has endured neglect and hardship with remarkable resilience. Beneath her timid exterior is a hopeful spirit longing for love, safety, and belonging. Must have a clear, expressive singing voice and strong emotional honesty.

GAVROCHE: (9 to 12 years old; any ethnicity; boy) Child Voice (Unchanged), B♭ to G. A fearless, quick-witted street urchin with boundless energy, humor, and heart. Independent, resourceful, and fiercely optimistic despite a life of poverty, he becomes an unlikely hero through his courage and unwavering loyalty. Strong comic timing and confident stage presence required.

YOUNG ÉPONINE: (8 to 12 years old; any ethnicity; girl) Child Soprano, A♭ (below Middle C) to E♭. A spirited but vulnerable child growing up in a world of poverty, neglect, and emotional hardship. Beneath her tough, streetwise exterior is a lonely, sensitive girl who longs for love, acceptance, and connection. Must have a clear, expressive singing voice, strong character instincts, and the ability to convey both resilience and emotional vulnerability.