Equity Actors Needed for 'Hansel & Gretel' at Marriott Theatre
About This Casting
Project Overview
Seeking Equity actors for the TYA and first half of Marriott Theatre's 2027 Dinner Theatre Season production of "Hansel & Gretel".
Location
Audition Dates:
- EPA/ECC Singers: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C)
- Lunch Break: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- ECC Dancers: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 10:00 AM (C) and 1:00 PM (C)
- Lunch Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Address: Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Contract
- Type: Dinner Theatre / TYA
- Compensation:
- Dinner Theatre: $970 weekly minimum (2026 rate)
- TYA: $16 per hour for rehearsals (2026 rate)
- $133 per performance (2026 rate)
Preparation
Please prepare a 1-minute song of your choice in the style of the shows you are interested in. An Equity Monitor will not be provided, and the producer will oversee all aspects of the audition.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all employers to engage in equal employment opportunity, promoting a positive model of inclusion. Performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and those with disabilities are encouraged to audition.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Requirements
Categories
Roles
3HANSEL
HANSEL | Male | Any Ethnicity | Age: 10 - 13 (Male/Masc, 10–13), Cautious and thoughtful, but easily influenced by others—especially his bold younger sister. Though hesitant to take risks, Hansel ultimately wants to protect his family and do the right thing.
GRETEL
GRETEL | Female | Any Ethnicity | Age: 8 - 12 (Female/Femme, 8–12), Rebellious, mischievous, and endlessly curious. Gretel charges headfirst into adventure without always thinking through the consequences, often pulling Hansel along for the ride.
MULTI-CHARACTER TRACK
MULTI-CHARACTER TRACK | Male or Female | Any Ethnicity | Age: 10 - 17 (Open Gender, 10–18 or Adult Playing Young), A quirky and slightly awkward neighborhood kid who becomes an unexpected ally in the story. Also doubles as a variety of digital avatars and Pixel Clippy, a trapped chatbot AI hidden deep within the Witch’s basement network. This track has strong comedic timing and versatility for multiple transformations.
Compensation
$970 / Week
Location
Buffalo Grove
Roles
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