ACTOR
(ANY GENDER, ANY RACE/ETHNICITY)
MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.
PROJECT
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio middle and high schools. This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.
** Rehearsals and performances will be predominantly during the day time Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings may be used for alternative performance times. Performances will be up to 5 days a week.**
TIMELINE
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
This contract lasts up to 3 weeks.
Rehearsals begin: July 20th, 2026; 9:00am
First Bookable Performance Date: July 27th, 2026
Current Ending Contract Date: August 9th, 2026
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece (and 45 minute talkback.)
Note: Additional tours of this show will take place in Fall 2026 (late Sept through mid Nov) and Winter-Spring 2027 (early Jan through mid March). While availability for Fall and Winter tours is not required, artists who are available for summer AND these additional touring windows will receive priority consideration.
To submit a video audition, use the appropriate side(s) provided HERE. You may provide sides for up to two (2) characters. Please send a link to video to: info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “SMHM Audition – (Character(s) Auditioning For- Actor Last Name).”
In your submission, please note which legs of the tour you are available for: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter-Spring 2027.
Please note that pronouns listed side-by-side in the script are relative to the role you are portraying and to whom you are speaking.
EXPECTATIONS
The Actor (any gender) will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality acting process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic vision, and heightens audience engagement with the piece. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances, as well as being off-book is a given.
Additional expectations: Actors will actively participate with install and strike at each school location. Actors will hold themselves accountable on all matters, and will report to the stage manager and company manager, respectively, when appropriate. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that actor will participate in.
ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.
COMPENSATION
This is a three-week contract at $600/week.
Actors from outside of Cincinnati will be considered. Actors will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati.
Actors will be provided predetermined accommodations when on the road by ALT. Actors should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others.
A successful background and driving check will be required for this position.
For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.
TRAVEL
On the road, the two vehicles will be driven by the Stage Manager and Company Manager who will coordinate the logistics of when travel times between locations will take place.
Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.
ROLES – ALL ROLES CAN BE PLAYED BY ANY GENDER, ANY RACE/ETHNICITY.
Taylor – Teen (16-passing, must be 18+) who is being cyber bullied and believes no one cares about them. Body issues. Lashing out.
Blake – Peer support specialist (18-30). Previously a dealer. Blake calls it like it is while being empathetic, trustworthy, and quotes old movies.
Jordan – Taylor’s parent who is quick to judge and slow to listen. Loves Taylor but struggles to connect.
Morgan – Therapist and counselor. Pragmatic, yet passionate about what they do.
SUBMISSION
Video Auditions: NOW. Submit by Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.
This contract lasts up to 3 weeks.
Rehearsals begin:July 20th, 2026; 9:00am
First Bookable Performance Date: July 27th, 2026
Current Ending Contract Date: August 9th, 2026
Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece (and 45 minute talkback.)
Note: Additional tours of this show will take place in Fall 2026 (late Sept through mid Nov) and Winter-Spring 2027 (early Jan through mid March). While availability for Fall and Winter tours is not required, artists who are available for summer AND these additional touring windows will receive priority consideration.
To submit a video audition, use the appropriate side(s) provided HERE. You may provide sides for up to two (2) characters. Please send a link to video to: info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “SMHM Audition – (Character(s) Auditioning For- Actor Last Name).”
In your submission, please note which legs of the tour you are available for: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter-Spring 2027.
Please note that pronouns listed side-by-side in the script are relative to the role you are portraying and to whom you are speaking.
Additionally note that because of the requirements of shared overnight accommodations, ALT cannot hire under the age of eighteen (18).
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