Black Ensemble Theater | Chicago, IL
Monday, December 1, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (C)
To schedule an audition appointment please email:
becasting@blackensemble.org.
CAT
$718 weekly minimum (Tier 4)
Equity actors for roles in THE JACKIE WILSON STORY.
A story about the life and rise of the Legendary Jackie Wilson.
Please prepare a brief selection of any Soul song (Gospel, Blues, R&B, Pop, Motown). Also prepare a 1-minute contemporary monologue.
Black Ensemble Theatre
4450 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640
Expected to attend:
Jackie Taylor: Writer and Director
Caren Blackmore: Casting/Assistant to Producing Managing Director
1st Rehearsal: JAN 27
Tech: MAR 3
Previews: MAR 7, 8, 13 & 14
Open: MAR 15
Close: APR 25, 2026
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.
Audition Call Type: Open Call
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