RENT Equity Principal Actors - Capital City Theatre Auditions

RENT - Chicago EPA

Capital City Theatre | Middleton, WI

AUDITION DATE

LOCATION

Date: Monday, February 9, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C) — Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Location: Actors' Equity Association - Chicago Member Center, 557 W Randolph St, 1st Fl, Chicago, IL 60661

CONTRACT

PERSONNEL

• $761 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)
• Director – Tavia Rivée Jefferson
• Musical Director – Evan Lange
• Choreographer – Alvon Reed
• Artistic Director – Andrew Abrams
• Managing Director – Gail Becker

OTHER DATES

First rehearsal: Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

All principal roles will be understudied. The show runs June 5–7, 2026.

PREPARATION

Prepare a one-minute cut in the style of Rent. An accompanist will be provided. If you need the required Equity audition cuts, they may be found here:
Equity audition cuts (Dropbox).

If you are unable to attend the in-person auditions, video submissions will be accepted at any time until February 1, 2026. See submission instructions here:
Video submission instructions.

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

Equity actors for roles in RENT (see breakdown). Actors of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, body types, ages, as well as performers with disabilities are encouraged to audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

Mark Cohen (Age: 20–30) Male Presenting — Range: A2–G4 (sometimes A4 in optional lines)
A struggling documentary filmmaker and the musical’s narrator; quirky, anxious, witty. Possesses strong storytelling ability and emotional clarity. Some movement.

Roger Davis (Age: 20–30) Male Presenting — Rock Tenor, Range: B2–A4
A recovering addict and ex-rock musician searching for purpose and healing. Has a strong rock sound and emotional intensity. Guitar proficiency is helpful.

Mimi Marquez (Age: 20–30) Female Presenting — Mezzo with strong belt, Range: G3–E5 (F5 Belt)
A dancer at the Cat Scratch Club. Sexy, vulnerable, and strong-willed; struggles with addiction. Is a confident mover.

Maureen Johnson (Age: 20–30) Female Presenting — Mezzo with belt, Range: A3–F5
Performance artist, dramatic, comedic, flirtatious, unpredictable. Possesses comedic timing and strong belt for “Over the Moon.”

Joanne Jefferson (Age: 22–35) Female Presenting — Alto/Mezzo with belt, Range: G3–E5
Lawyer, intelligent, grounded, and organized. Maureen’s partner. Strong harmonies and duet capability for “Tango: Maureen.”

Tom Collins (Age: 20s–30s) Male Presenting — Lyric Rich Baritone, Range: F2–A4
A philosophy professor; warm, big-hearted, gently humorous. Has a rich lower register and soulful tone (“I’ll Cover You”).

Angel Dumott Schunard (Age: 20s–30s) Any Gender — Tenor (strong falsetto ideal), Range: C3–A4
A drag queen, percussionist, and the emotional heart of the show. Needs charisma, vulnerability, and excellent movement/dance.

Benjamin “Benny” Coffin III (Age: 20s–30s) Male Presenting — Baritone, Range: B2–F4
Former roommate turned property manager; ambitious, polished, and pragmatic. Possesses a strong vocal presence.

The Homeless Woman (Age: 25–45) Female Presenting — Range: G3–D5
Strong character actor with vocal grit.

Alexi Darling (Age: 25–45) Female Presenting — Mezzo/Alto, Range: B3–D5
Fast-talking TV executive with strong comedic timing (voicemail solos).