Black Ensemble Theater | Chicago, IL
Notice: Audition Call Type: Open Call
Monday, January 5, 2026
Black Ensemble Theatre
4450 N. Clark Street
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)
Chicago, IL 60640
To schedule an audition appointment, please contact Jackie Taylor, Writer and Director, or Caren Blackmore, Casting/Assistant to Producing Managing Director. Email:
becasting@blackensemble.org
$718 weekly minimum (Tier 4)
1st Rehearsal: January 27, 2026
Tech: March 3, 2026
Previews: March 7, 8, 13 & 14, 2026
Open: March 15, 2026
Close: April 25, 2026
A story about the life and rise of the legendary Jackie Wilson.
Rehearsals are generally held Tuesday–Friday, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM, and Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 PM–10:00 PM (not including Tech week).
Equity actors for the role of Sam Cooke.
SAM COOKE: Sings (tenor), age 20–40. For references, see
www.blackensemble.org.
Please prepare one contemporary monologue (comedic or dramatic) and a brief selection of any song to be sung a cappella.
An Equity monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Bring your headshot and resume.
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.
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