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Teen Actors Wanted for Winter/Spring 2026 Shows

Winston-Salem, NC, United States
ID: 592642Exp: 10/24/2025
Description:

Teen actors wanted for winter/spring 2026 shows. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" Broadway's greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written. A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright, Plautus, with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is a nonstop laughfest in which Pseudolus, a crafty slave, struggles to win the hand of a beautiful, but slow-witted, courtesan named Philia for his young master, Hero, in exchange for freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors and a showgirl or two. "Side Show" Based on the lives of the legendary Hilton twins, Daisy and Violet, Side Show follows the sisters’ heartwarming search for love and acceptance amidst the spectacle of fame. This version is the updated book and score from the 2014 revival. "The Spitfire Grill" Based on the hit 1996 film, The Spitfire Grill is a heartwarming and inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance, and family. Set in a small Wisconsin town, the show features a gorgeous, soulful score and several strong roles for women. "Ain’t Misbehavin’" Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Featuring five triple-threat actors and a unit set, Ain't Misbehavin' provides the perfect opportunity to deliver a smash hit while minimizing resources. The intoxicating music of Fats Waller will delight and energize audiences as well as provide great insight into a vibrant time in American history and music. Additional info: If any callbacks are needed or if any auditionees need to be seen further, they will be asked to stay for the third segment of the audition day at 10:30 AM. It is important that you are very clear on your audition form, which shows/roles interest you, if you will accept any role, and if you will accept certain roles only, as this is extremely important in this audition process. It is also of essence that you act/perform your song selection, as well as showcase your personality in your dancing. You are auditioning from the moment you hit the door, whether you realize it or not, so show production team your absolute best during your entire visit. 8-8:45 AM Teach “A Chorus Line” choreography to auditionees for all musicals (“Side Show,” “Spitfire Grill,” “Forum,” and “Ain’t Misbehavin’”) 8:45-9 AM See all auditionees dance 9-10:30 AM Learn songs for all auditionees 10:30 AM Any callbacks needed If you are interested please apply.

52 roles

PrologusMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Introduces the audience to the comedy they are about to see. (Same actor who portrays Pseudolus in Act 1 and Senex in Act 2). Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: A2 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

SenexMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

An old man and father to Hero and husband to Domina. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

DominaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Senex's wife. A shrewish woman who dominates to the point of answering herself the questions she asks of others. Loves her husband deep down, but is outwardly controlling, demanding, and manipulative. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: B3 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

HeroMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The young son of Senex and Domina. He falls in love with Philia and agrees to give Pseudolus his freedom if he can help Hero woo her. Practical, privileged, romantic. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

PseudolusMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A Roman slave, owned by Hero, who seeks to win his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of Philia. Quick-witted, scheming, childlike spirit. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: A2 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

ErroniusMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

An old man, searching for his lost children. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

Miles GloriosusMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The archetype of the braggart soldier. A captain in the Roman army to whom Marcus Lycus has promised Philia. Commanding, boastful, manly and strong. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: B3 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

LycusMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The owner of the house of Courtesans. Always out to make a profit, but also wants to provide good on what his business offers. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: A3 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

PhiliaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A virgin in the House of Lycus whom we also find out is Erronius' daughter. She is promised to Miles and vows to give him bodily what he has paid for, but loves Hero and promises he will always have her heart. Young, pretty, devoted. An archetypal ingénue. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: B3 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

ProteansBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

SoldiersBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

VIOLET HILTONFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

DAISY HILTONMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

TERRY CONNERMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

BUDDY FOSTERMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

JAKEMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

SIRMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

3-LEGGED MANMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

GEEKMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

FORTUNE TELLERMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

VENUS DE MILOMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

DOG BOYMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

HOUDINIMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

FEMALE COSSACKFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

HALF-MAN HALF-WOMANBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

HUMAN PIN CUSHIONMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

JUDGEBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

RAYMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

LIZARD MANMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

SIR'S LAWYERBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

CAMERAMANMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

TOD BROWNINGMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

BEARDED LADYMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

AUNTIEFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

TATTOO GIRLFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

MALE COSSACKMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

DOCTORSBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

SUITORSBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

ROUSTABOUTSBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

ENSEMBLEBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

"Side Show"

PERCY TALBOTTMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Pretty, if a bit rough-edged, her face declares the strength of her youth and a sadness beyond her years. Her accent has a southern Appalachian cadence. Strong folk/country belt to D, some head voice required. "The Spitfire Grill"

HANNAH FERGUSONFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A tough-skinned and flinty old bird with a short, no-nonsense manner bordering on the bitter. Mezzo/alto chest range. "The Spitfire Grill"

SHELBY THORPEMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A plain, soft-faced creature with a shy, almost ethereal manner. Shimmering folk soprano with strong high belt to D. "The Spitfire Grill"

CALEB THORPEMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Out-of-work foreman of the stone quarry. Frustrated working man clinging to the past. Solid folk/rock voice with an edge (Top G). "The Spitfire Grill"

SHERIFF JOE SUTTERMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A young small-town policeman with an appealing intensity and a restless nature. Strong folk tenor to a G (touches an A). "The Spitfire Grill"

EFFY KRAYNECKFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Postmistress and busybody, a woman with narrow eyes and a sour tongue. Solid singer in mezzo/alto chest range. Carries close harmony. "The Spitfire Grill"

THE VISITORBoth genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A mysterious figure who never speaks. An actor with powerful eyes and a very strong sense of his body. "The Spitfire Grill"

AndréMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

An unrepentant party hound. A flirt and a bit of a womanizer. Vocal range top: E6 Vocal range bottom: G2

ArmeliaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A voluptuous and sassy woman. Very strong-willed and not afraid to share her thoughts. Vocal range top: C6 Vocal range bottom: G3

CharlaineFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A sweet, young lady. Very innocent. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3

KenMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Jovial, cheerful, and loud. Larger than life. Vocal range top: C6 Vocal range bottom: D3

NellFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Confident and charming. A knowledgeable woman of the world. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F3