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We’ve hit the motherlode in our 13th season of free professional theatre in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This season we explore the theme of motherhood in several different Shakespearean texts and Broadway musicals. Scranton Shakes is seeking actors of all ages, races, backgrounds, orientations, and identities who possess a strong command of heightened text, emotional courage, and range and are dedicated to strengthening their craft whilst providing theatre to a varied audience. Productions include:

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MAINSTAGE

GYPSY
THE WINTER'S TALE

NEXT TO NORMAL

TITUS ANDRONICUS

 

YOUTH ENSEMBLE

THE TEMPEST
INTO THE WOODS

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Rehearsals and performances will take place in Scranton, PA.

Maximum 7 week non-equity contract between June 10th 2023 and July 29th 2024. 

 

We’re still committed to everyone’s safety and wellbeing even as we we edge further away from the wider effects of the pandemic. Subsequently, we are seeking to cast a tight repertory company to perform in multiple productions in a rolling rep. There may also be some performers hired for less shows, or who are contracted as inter-disciplined artists with other responsibilities to keep our company numbers at a minimum. 

 

Stipend varies from $200-$1600 depending on duties. Also Included:

• Round trip transportation to Scranton from NYC or Philadelphia

• Housing; private bedroom with WiFi and central AC

• Gym access

• Swimming pool access 

• Some meals*

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Our auditions are open to everyone. Anyone who submits will be seen and considered by our creative team.

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In regards to the breakdowns below, the character descriptions are taken from their respective scripts and should be considered as a starting point,  they are not carved in stone.  We seek to reflect an accurate representation of the world we live in; we fully intend to cast broadly in regards to race/ethnicity, gender and identity, body type, and ability.

 

While we appreciate characters may be listed and written in a binary format with he/she pronouns, we invite gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors to submit for any roles they most identify with. 

 

All candidates will be required to provide an accurate headshot, an up-to-date resume and will be asked to submit a self taped audition from pre-selected material. You will have the opportunity to highlight roles of interest to you in your application. 

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Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or to let us know how further we can support your application at casting@scrantonshakes.com

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