Cincinnati Opera hosts open casting call for supernumerary roles for 2026 Summer Festival
The company seeks adult volunteers to fill non-singing roles
CINCINNATI (March 9, 2026)—Have you ever dreamed of appearing on the Cincinnati Music Hall stage? Cincinnati Opera is ready to give you your moment in the spotlight. No singing skills are required!
Cincinnati Opera will hold two open casting calls for supernumerary roles for the company’s 2026 Summer Festival. The information and casting sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the Corbett Opera Center at Music Hall (1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202).
Supernumerary—or “super”—roles are non-singing, non-speaking roles, much like extras in film and television. Supers will share the stage with internationally renowned artists and work with celebrated directors and conductors. No experience is necessary and all super positions are filled on a voluntary basis. Individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Cincinnati Opera seeks applicants for the following roles:
Salome
Commitment period: June 4–20, 2026
Performances: June 18 and 20, 2026
Supers needs: Four (4) adults to portray men
- Three (3) guards
- One (1) executioner with bodybuilder physique
Lalovavi
Commitment period: June 8–July 11, 2026
Performances: July 9 and 11, 2026
Supers needed: Eight (8) adults
- Four (4) adults to portray women
- Four (4) adults to portray men
Lalovavi is an original Afrofuturist opera that draws deeply from Black culture, history, and imagination. We are seeking individuals who can authentically and respectfully represent the lived experiences and cultural perspectives of the characters in this work.
Carmen
Commitment period: June 29–August 2, 2026
Performances: July 25, 29, 31, and August 2, 2026
Supers needed: Eight (8) adults
- Three (3) adults to portray women
- Five (5) adults to portray men
Cincinnati Opera’s productions of Salome, Lalovavi, and Carmen will be presented in Springer Auditorium at Cincinnati Music Hall. Supers are required to attend approximately 10–15 rehearsals. Daytime rehearsals may be scheduled.
Attending a casting call does not obligate a person to participate. Interested individuals may attend simply to learn more about supernumerary opportunities. For more information, please visit cincinnatiopera.org or email supers@cincinnatiopera.org.
Event Details
What:
Cincinnati Opera’s 2026 Supernumerary Open Casting Calls and Information Sessions
When:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Where:
Corbett Opera Center, Cincinnati Music Hall, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Entrance is at the corner of Elm and 14th Streets.
For information:
supers@cincinnatiopera.org
About Cincinnati Opera
Cincinnati Opera’s mission is to enrich and connect our community through diverse opera experiences. Founded in 1920 and the second-oldest opera company in the U.S., Cincinnati Opera presents a thrilling season of grand opera every summer and engaging programs throughout the year. The company’s repertoire includes beloved classics and contemporary masterworks brought to life by some of the world’s most dynamic performers and creative artists.
Cincinnati Opera is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. Our programming is made possible in part by an investment of public funds from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC), a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically. Cincinnati Opera also receives support from The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, the Harry T. Wilks Family Foundation, and the H.B., E.W. & F.R. Luther Charitable Foundation, along with many other generous individuals, corporations, and foundations. Cincinnati Opera is a member of OPERA America. Learn more: cincinnatiopera.org.
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