More information can be found http://cincyshakes.com/auditions/
CINCINNATI, December 23, 2014— The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is excited to announce its auditions for the 2015-2016 season. The auditions will be held at our theatre, located at 719 Race St in downtown Cincinnati on the following dates:
- Thursday, January 22nd 12:00pm – 5:00pm
- Friday January 23rd 12:00pm – 5:00pm
- Saturday January 24th 12:00pm – 5:00pm
- Sunday January 25th 10:00am – 2:00pm
AVAILABLE POSITIONS:
Touring Company– This is the entry level position to the ensemble. It’s a group of 6 actors that tour to schools, colleges, community centers, etc., within a two-hour radius of the city (these tours are almost never overnight). They perform a variety of programming, including 3 full length Shakespeare plays. They are also called on to go into schools and lead workshops on particular plays or performance techniques. In addition, they play a variety of supporting roles in our larger mainstage productions. It is a ten month contract running from July to May. The weekly salary is $200 and housing is provided. Must be Non-Equity.
Guest Artist- This is an artist brought in for a specific production. While generally shows are cast from the Resident Ensemble and Touring Company, occasionally due to cast size, availability or specific casting requirements we bring in additional artists. Contract and pay scale varies dependent on union status, size of role, etc. May be Equity or Non-Equity.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
Please prepare two contrasting classical pieces, at least one of them Shakespeare. The combined pieces should not exceed 4 minutes; and if you have any additional classical pieces in your repertoire, it couldn’t hurt to dust them off, as you may be given an opportunity to perform them. Those auditioning for a Touring Company position may also have a very brief interview with the Education Director.
MATERIALS TO SUBMIT:
Please submit a current Headshot/Resume, as well as a cover letter. Please specify in the cover letter whether you are interested primarily in a Touring Company or Guest Artist position. For those interested in a Touring Company position, the cover letter should also include the following:
- Why you are interested in CSC
- Your interest in/experience with education
- 3 references with contact information
We are endeavoring to go entirely electronic this year, so please upload all materials to Jotform via the following link: http://cincyshakes.com/auditions/
We ask that all materials be submitted by Saturday, January 10th. If there are any issues, or you need to submit your materials via snail mail, contact Artistic Associate Jeremy Dubin at jeremy.dubin@cincyshakes.com.
TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION:
You can sign-up for an audition slot via the website: http://cincyshakes.com/auditions/
We ask that, if at all possible, you schedule your audition by Saturday, January 10th. If you sign-up for a slot, but later find you will be unable to attend, please remove your name from the list. This is a new system for us, so if there are any issues or questions, please contact Jeremy Dubin at jeremy.dubin@cincyshakes.com.
AN EXCITING BONUS!
Since you are being kind enough to share your work with us, we’d like to do the same and offer you a complimentary ticket to see WAITING FOR GODOT, which will be running during the time of the auditions. Once you’ve scheduled your audition, simply contact the box office (513-381-BARD). Mention your name and that you’re an auditioner, and we’ll be happy to set you up with a ticket to see the show.
FAQs
I’m interested in becoming a part of the Resident Ensemble. What’s the process?
Members of the Resident Ensemble usually either graduate up from the Touring Company, or are Guest Artists that we have worked with a number of times. This gives both parties a chance to get to know each other before committing to a more long-term arrangement- in other words, go on few dates before getting hitched.
Are EMC points available?
Yes.
I can’t make it to any of the allotted audition dates. Can I still audition?
If you absolutely can’t make it on any of the days listed, let us know and we can try to arrange an audition at a different time. It’s best to try to audition before the dates listed, as the casting process will begin very shortly after those dates. If you are from out-of-town, and are going to be in the area prior to the official auditions, we’re happy to try to set up an audition while you’re here to save you some travel costs.
Do you accept video auditions?
We’re happy to take a look at video submissions, though we will almost always want to see an actor in person before casting them.
IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS PLEASE E-MAIL THEM TO: jeremy.dubin@cincyshakes.com
Thanks so much, and we’ll hope to see you in January!
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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About Cincinnati Shakespeare Company:
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a professional theatre company dedicated to bringing Shakespeare and the classics to life for audiences of all ages. Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, CSC produces a dozen mainstage productions each season. The repertoire is made up of the works of William Shakespeare, literary adaptations and contemporary classics. CSC performs on a Small Professional Theatre contract with Actors’ Equity Association. Cincinnati Shakespeare is a member of the Theater Communications Group and the Shakespeare Theater Association. Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s Education and Outreach Programs reached nearly 30,000 young people and underserved community members last season by taking Shakespeare into schools, parks, community centers and by hosting educational matinees of mainstage productions at its home on Race Street. Last season, CSC was proud to become one of the first five theaters in the United States to “Complete the Canon” by producing all 38 plays by William Shakespeare. CSC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible. Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is proud to be Cincinnati’s stage for the classics!
About the 2014-2015 Season:
This season is generously sponsored by The Otto M. Budig Family Foundation. Cincinnati Shakespeare Company receives operating support from The Ohio Arts Council, the Shubert Foundation and is supported, in part, by the generosity of thousands of individuals and businesses that give annually to ArtsWave. Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s production of “Henry V” is part of Shakespeare in American Communities, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. The season design sponsor is Mark & Sue Ann Painter. The Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program/organization with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Production dates and information on the season are available online at www.cincyshakes.com.
