LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
Rehearse: July 20—August 13
Perform: August 14—23, 2026
Rachel Stevens, Director
Josh Walden, Choreographer
Jacob Priddy, Music Director
These auditions are for non-union actors for select roles in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. All roles in DEAR EVAN HANSEN and MURDER FOR TWO have been cast.
Actors who auditioned by video or in-person during our Fall 2025 casting process do not need to resubmit to be considered. These actors will be invited to callbacks as needed.
Actors in principal roles will receive $350/week minimum. Actors in ensemble roles will receive $250/week minimum.
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
Submissions are due by 11:59 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026
Prepare one 16-32 bar cut.
Audition videos will only be accepted as links. Files requiring download will not be accepted.
Please ensure that privacy settings are such that we are enabled to view by the link only, with no need for password or additional access request. Please film your material in a horizontal/landscape frame on a solid background or plain wall. A ¾ shot is preferred.
Please submit your headshot and résumé.
Your headshot must be an image file and your resume must be in PDF format. Both should be labeled with your name (i.e. Gabbard_Tyler.pdf)
An optional dance reel may be included with your submission as a separate video.
Actors called back for select roles will be asked to submit a dance combo in advance of their acting/vocal callback.
CALLBACKS
Callbacks will be a mix of live and digital based on availability of the auditionee and production staff. In-person callbacks will take place on Sunday, March 8 from 6-10 PM at The Carnegie.
QUESTIONS?
Email Tyler Gabbard, Director of Theatre at tgabbard@thecarnegie.com.
AVAILABLE ROLES
The Carnegie is committed to inclusive casting. All races, ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and mobilities are encouraged to apply. Pronouns listed in the character breakdown refer to the genders of the characters only. Actors should submit for any roles they feel comfortable playing.
JEAN-MICHEL: He/Him, 20s, Baritone
Charming; well-mannered, educated; desperately in love with his fiancée, Anne.
JACOB: He/Him, 20s-30s, Baritone
Sometimes the butler, sometimes the maid; brilliant comedian who sings and moves well.
ANNE: She/Her, 20s, Range Flexible
Jean-Michel’s fiancée; spunky, witty, good-natured; a strong dancer.
LES CAGELLES: Ranges Flexible
These are the 6 showgirls at La Cage aux Folles. They are the most accomplished female impersonators in France. They have different talents, distinct personalities, and all must sing and dance in heels. Unique and specialty tricks are welcome. Cagelles will double as other ensemble characters outside of the club.
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