Jeffrey Coon and Ensemble of
Casting
Walnut Street Theatre is first and foremost dedicated to the casting and employment of local Philadelphia-based actors. Each of our Mainstage and Studio productions begin with local auditions, which are by appointment only. In addition to holding local auditions for each production, we also participate in Theatre Alliance of Greater Philadelphia's Annual Auditions each year.
The Walnut also casts a number of non-local performers in our Mainstage productions. Actors who live outside of the Philadelphia area can be seen during New York auditions, which take place throughout the year. Please see the Actor's Equity website or Backstage for EPA and Chorus Call announcements. All other New York auditions are by agent appointment only.
If you would like to have your photo and résumé on file for consideration, please forward to: Kate Galvin, Casting Director, Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. When submitting your photo and résumé, please assist us in considering you by indicating which show and role you are interested in. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT VIA E-MAIL. NO CALLS TO THE THEATRE PLEASE.
We are currently accepting submissions from local actors for the following shows:
Non-Union Actors Who Sing and Move Well
Walnut Street Theatre seeks Character Type, non-union male actors, who sing and move well for our Kids Series Production of Miss Nelson is Missing. Some pay.
Missing Nelson is Missing is produced on the main-stage for school and family audiences. Day-time availability is required for rehearsals and performances (March 15th – April 14th). To be considered, send headshot and resume to Thomas Quinn, Director of Education, Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. No phone calls please.
2011-2012 Mainstage Season
THE MOUSETRAP
Malcolm Black, Director
1st Rehearsal: December 26, 2011
Show runs January 17 - March 4, 2012
All roles have been cast. Seeking local, Non-Equity actors to understudy Mrs. Boyle (50+ character woman), Major Metcalf (50+ character man), Mr. Paravicini (40+ character man), Detective Trotter (late 20's, quirky leading man).
Also seeking local, Non-Equity actors to understudy all roles.
GOD OF CARNAGE
Bernard Havard, Director
Co-production with The Fulton Theatre
All roles have been cast. Seeking Local, Non-Equity actors to Understudy the Philadelphia run,
March 13 - April 29, 2012.
BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
Director TBA
1st Rehearsal: April 24, 2012
Show runs May 15 - July 22, 2012
Some roles still available including Joe Mauldin (Bass), Jerry Allison (Drums), Norman Petty,
Vi Petty (Piano), Ritchie Valens (Guitar) and Big Bopper. Seeking Ensemble actor/musicians who
sing and move well. Some Ensemble roles available for African American men who play Trombone,
Trumpet or Sax. Also seeking Latina actress, age 40+ for a small featured role.
2011-2012 Independence Studio Season
NOËL AND GERTIE
Will Stutts, Director
1st Rehearsal: Nov. 1, 2011
Show runs Nov. 22 - Dec. 31, 2011
All roles have been cast.
PROOF
Kate Galvin, Director
All roles have been cast. Seeking Local, Non-Equity performers to cover all roles for the Philadelphia run and touring dates (January 17-March 4).
ETHEL!
Kenneth Roberson, Director
All roles have been cast.
DOUBT
John Peakes, Director
All roles have been cast.
A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
Bruce Lumpkin, Director
Michelle Gaudette, Choreographer
1st Rehearsal: April 10, 2012
Show runs May 1 - June 24, 2012
Seeking excellent singers for this Rodgers and Hammerstein revue. 2M, 2F.
