2023-2024 General Auditions

About the project and the company

Village Theatre operates under a Special Agreement Contract (VTSpAg) with Actor’s Equity Association (AEA) and offers both Equity and Non-Equity contracts.

Our rates are included below and are consistent throughout the season and are non-negotiable. Not included below are the specialty rates for one-person plays which are negotiated per show.

AEA – Lead Principal Role in a Musical: $1000 (These are such roles as Dolly, in Hello, Dolly!)

AEA – Principal & Supporting Role in a Play or Musical: $900

AEA – Chorus in a Musical: $839

NON – Principal or Supporting Role in a Play or Musical: $850

NON – Chorus in a Musical: $800

AEA – External Understudy Breakdown

• Fulltime in rehearsal: $839
• On call weeks: $450

NON – External Understudy Breakdown

• Fulltime in rehearsal: $800
• On call weeks: $375

All roles and ensemble tracks are understudied.

Village Theatre is located outside Seattle in Issaquah, WA. All productions rehearse in Issaquah, the first part of the run takes place in Issaquah, at the Francis J. Gaudette Theater followed by a run in Everett, WA at the Everett Performing Arts Center.

For more info on Village Theatre feel free to visit our website at www.villagetheatre.org

Village Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities to apply. We value diversity, including the diversity of thoughts, perspectives, and life experiences. We are committed to building a community that brings an open and inclusive culture. We celebrate, support, and thrive on our diversity and are on an endeavor to create an equitable workplace for all.

Village Theatre requires a COVID-19 vaccination for in-person business in the United States. Therefore, all employees are required to present proof of vaccination status upon hire unless they qualify for a medical or religious exemption.

Location of Audition

See above for each day and location

Other details

How to reserve an audition appointment:
To reserve a spot please complete the following registration form: https://airtable.com/shrCnJ0xadnmvPQMu If you have additional questions or issues with the form please email castingasst@villagetheatre.org

Audition requirements

VILLAGE THEATRE GENERAL AUDITION SUBMISSIONS THE 2023-2024 SEASON / AEA AND NON-UNION PERFORMERS Village Theatre will be scheduling general audition appointments for actors, singers, and dancers, in their 2023-2024 Mainstage Season. These auditions are for principal and ensemble actors, singers, and dancers who are at least 18 years or older. Village Theatre’s 2023-2024 Season will be announced in late March. Audition Dates and Locations: Village Theatre will also be attending the TPS Auditions, you do not need to attend both auditions. Please review all the details below, we have designated days to audition for the play, the musicals, and open dance calls. General Auditions for the PLAY: In attendance: Adam Immerwahr (Artistic Director), Jes Spencer (Casting Director) Wednesday March 8th from 9:30am – 5:30pm (lunch from 1-2pm) Location: Taproot Theatre, Isaac Studio 204 N 85th St Seattle, WA 98103 What to prepare: Please bring a physical copy of your headshot and resume and prepare one short monologue of your choice. General Auditions for the MUSICALS: In attendance: Jes Spencer (Casting Director) Thursday, March 9th from 9:30am – 5:30pm (lunch from 1-2pm) Location: Taproot Theatre, Isaac Studio 204 N 85th St Seattle, WA 98103 Tuesday, March 28th: from 10am – 6pm (lunch from 1-2pm) Location: Village Theatre, Rehearsal Hall 303 Front St N Issaquah, WA 98027 Thursday, March 30th: from 10am – 6pm (lunch from 1-2pm) Location: Village Theatre, Rehearsal Hall 303 Front St N Issaquah, WA 98027 What to prepare: Please bring a physical copy of your headshot and resume and please prepare two short song selections that demonstrate your vocal and storytelling abilities. The song selections should be no longer than one verse and one chorus each. A pianist will be provided, please bring sheet music in the proper key. Open Dance Call for DANCERS: In attendance: Jes Spencer (Casting Director), Sunday, March 12th 10-11:30am: Dance Call #1 12:30-2pm: Dance Call #2 Location: Village Theatre, Rehearsal Hall 303 Front St N Issaquah, WA 98027 Monday, March 20th: 10 – 11:30am: Dance Call #1 12:30-2pm: Dance Call #2 Location: Village Theatre, Rehearsal Hall 303 Front St N Issaquah, WA 98027 What to prepare: Please bring a physical copy of your headshot and resume and come prepared to dance. Please wear clothes that you can move in and dance shoes of your choice that allow for uncompromised movement, including turning. How to reserve an audition appointment: To reserve a spot please complete the following registration form: https://airtable.com/shrCnJ0xadnmvPQMu If you have additional questions or issues with the form please email castingasst@villagetheatre.org ADDITIONAL NOTES If you have worked at Village Theatre in the past, would like to be considered for the 22-23 season AND have updated your headshot/resume since last we saw you, please upload your new information to the Airtable link below to include those updated items for our records. https://airtable.com/shrCnJ0xadnmvPQMu You must be at least 18 years old (as of March 1st, 2023) to audition. If you do not meet this age requirement, we encourage you to check out our KIDSTAGE program!