Venardos Circus - The Magical, Musical traveling Circus of your Dreams
Producer: The Little Circus That Could LLC
Original Music Composed and Orchestrated by: Larry Lees
Director: Thomas Dougherty
Choreography/Musical Staging: Danielle España
Casting: Jamibeth Margolis Casting
Auditions: Virtual – For initial rounds of auditions
Salary: Starting at $1,500/wk + Airfare to first touring engagement city, return fare to home city from final engagement provided + Housing provided for duration of tour.
Callbacks Will Be Virtual in September and October 2025
Rehearsal begins February 2026, exact dates TBA
Rehearsal Pay, airfare and hotel included if called back for a test run for a final callback only
U.S. TOUR Locations across the United States. See website for specifics.
VenardosCircus.com
Performance Dates for “Andi” Unit: Beginning February 14 of 2026 for one year with possibility of extension
Performance Dates for “Billie” Unit: Beginning February 21 of 2026 for one year with possibility of extension
About The Show The Venardos Circus, a unique Broadway-Style Circus performance, has been touring the U.S. since its debut at the L.A. County Fair in 2014. It is reinventing the American Circus tradition for a new generation with Broadway-style flair, bringing joy to people across the U.S. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience. Venardos Circus performs under its own big top, and has expanded as of 2025 to include a second complete touring unit. The units are affectionately named after Venardos’ beloved daughters, “Andi” and “Billie”.
NOTE: ALL performers and crew are actively involved in the highly physical work of load in, daily operations, and load out as we navigate a 45 city/two-year route across the continental U.S.
Qualified candidates are physically fit and agile, capable of lifting at least 50lbs easily, and possess deep reserves of energy and stamina. Every cast member and crew hand is essential and an important part of a team. Everyone is responsible for the safety and success of everyone else. We work together and do whatever it takes to safely overcome the unique challenges of each venue, local weather, and logistics of living in and traveling down the road with the circus. U.S. Based performers preferred ideally, but able to consider sponsoring a VISA if required.
SEEKING:
PERFORMING ARTISTS
RINGMASTER 1 - Male identifying performer. Age Range: 21 - 40. The ringmaster’s duties include performing/singing onstage in production numbers, announcing the various acts, interacting with the audience as a welcoming host offstage, promoting/ representing the show on tv, radio, social channels, and at live PR events, as well as assisting the team as required when loading in/out the show. Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor. Exceptionally skilled at fast patter MUST BE AN EXCELLENT ARTICULATOR. Capable of singing a wide range of music from showtunes to rock music. Should have good comic timing. Must be able to connect authentically to audiences of all ages with sincerity and emotional vulnerability. Should be a strong mover/dancer.
RINGMASTER 2 - Female identifying performer. Age Range: 21 - 40. The ringmaster’s duties include performing/singing onstage in production numbers, announcing the various acts, interacting with the audience as a welcoming host offstage, promoting/ representing the show on tv, radio, social channels, and at live PR events, as well as assisting the team as required when loading in/out the show. Vocal Range: Belt with soprano. Experienced singers are needed. Should have good comic timing. Must be able to connect authentically to audiences of all ages with sincerity and emotional vulnerability. Should be a strong mover/dancer.
PRESHOW HOST - Male or female identifying. The pre-show host will perform three distinct 5–7 minute segments, starting 20 minutes after doors open. The first segment is a silent, visual trick sequence without audience participation, focusing on promoting concessions, merchandise, and face painting. After a 5-minute break, the second segment will feature a more energetic, mic'd routine with audience interaction, repeating the promotional announcements. Following another 5-minute break, the final segment will showcase the host's best and most impactful routine, ending no later than 10 minutes before the main show and delivering final promotional plugs to excite the audience. Additionally, the host must prepare a 20–45 minute adaptable, family-friendly outreach show for various external venues.
To Be considered for an audition, please send as follows:
RINGMASTERS:
Please send videos of two contrasting songs, one should be pop rock, one American songbook.
PRESHOW HOST
Provide video of your complete acts without edits.
For consideration, please send your videos as instructed above as unlisted You Tube Links along with your headshot and resume to: venardoscircuscasting@gmail.com
Venardos Circus is committed to diversity and encourages performers of all ethnicities to audition.
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