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The company seeks adult and child volunteers to fill non-singing roles

CINCINNATI (February 18, 2025)—For anyone who’s 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 2025 Summer Festival. The information and casting sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 29, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 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:

Rigoletto
Commitment period: May 19–June 14, 2025
Performances: June 12 and 14, 2025
Supers needed: Male- and female-presenting adults

Tosca
Commitment period: June 2–June 28, 2025
Performances: June 26 and 28, 2025
Supers needed:

• Male- and female-presenting adults
• One (1) child

Fiddler on the Roof
Commitment period: June 25–July 27, 2025
Performances: July 23, 25, 26, 27, 2025
Supers needed:

• Male- and female-presenting adults
• Eight (8) children

Cincinnati Opera’s productions of Rigoletto, Tosca, and Fiddler on the Roof 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 2025 Supernumerary Open Casting Calls and Information Sessions

When:

• Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, March 29, 2025, 10 a.m.–12 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 nation, 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. This project was supported in part by the Ohio Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Ohio and the National Endowment for the Arts. Cincinnati Opera also receives general season support from The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, Patricia A. Corbett Estate and Trust, and the Harry T. Wilks Family Foundation, along with general season and project support from many other generous
individuals, corporations, and foundations. Cincinnati Opera is a member of OPERA America. Learn more at cincinnatiopera.org.

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