Call for Actor Submissions
Shakespeare in High Park 2025: Romeo & Juliet
By William Shakespeare, directed by Marie Farsi
Please submit using the methods below by 5 p.m. on November 12, 2024. Early submissions are encouraged.
Shakespeare in High Park rehearsals begin June 17, 2025, previews begin July 13, and closing is August 31. All dates are subject to change.
As part of our commitment to inclusive casting, we are intentionally seeking actors of all ethnicities, people of all gender identities, and those of all ages (18+). You are encouraged to apply for the role that resonates most with you.
If you have any access needs for your audition, please contact Emily Johnston at casting@canadianstage.com.
Shakespeare in High Park is an exclusive 11 week contract and the pay scale for this venue is a CTA “E” house. It should be noted that these productions rehearse and perform outdoors in all safe weather conditions. Actors may be required to change their hair. Actors may be required to cover visible tattoos for the production.
Submission Notes:
- All actors must be 18+ and based in Toronto.
- We are accepting submissions via Casting Workbook, as well as directly using the online form found at this link.
- Please do not submit for more than one role.
The character descriptions below outline the major role(s) that we are currently searching for; due to the ensemble nature of this project, some performers will also be engaged in roles defined as “Cast by Consent”. These roles will evolve over the course of the rehearsals and in consultation/communication with the director and creative team.
We are currently accepting submissions for the following four (4) roles:
- Tybalt – character is male, 30s. Fiery, violent, proud
- Paris – character is male, 20s-30s. Noble, persistent, privileged
- Prince (Benvolio performing understudy) – character is female, 30s-40s. Regal, impartial, commanding, matriarchal figure
- Friar John / Singer (Mercutio performing understudy) – character is male, 30s-50s. Well-meaning, trustworthy. Strong vocal skills required, particularly in classical music.
We thank everyone for their interest; however, only those selected for an audition will be contacted. Auditions take place in person in November 2024. Due to the volume of submissions, we are not able to respond to inquiries about the status of your application.
Please submit online via www.castingworkbook.com, or using this link.
Deadline: November 12, 2024, 5 p.m.
No late submissions will be considered.
No phone calls or hard copy submissions please.