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2025 SEASON CASTING CALL
Now accepting non-union performer submissions for the 2025 Repertory Season. SitW’s 5th year of programming will include RICHARD II and LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST in repertory. The 2025 Season will be one of Power and Influence - examining themes of loyalty, language, masculinity, divine right, and love. Seeking non-union actors (18+) of all genders, ethnicities, races, sizes, and abilities, with a strong handle of Shakespeare's language and verse to build a dynamic company of 9 performers for the season.
Visit Playbill and/or Backstage to view full breakdown and instructions on how to apply.
Please read entire listing and instructions carefully before submitting, we're unable to consider incomplete submissions. We look forward to hearing from you!
Note on casting practices: SitW is a company that disrupts the traditional gendered and binary casting in the canon. We believe there is a richness of opportunity in intentionally and mindfully looking at Shakespeare’s work through a gender expansive and queer lens in the here and now. We heavily encourage trans, non-binary, and gender expansive folks to submit for any and all desired roles. We will specify any criteria for a character relating to gender, race and/or ethnicity, ability, age, or physicality. Any gender specificity stated in the breakdown reflects the gender expression of the character, not the actor. We invite and encourage actors to bring the fullness of their lived experiences and identities into the shaping of the plays’ worlds. We approach casting conscious of the real world systemic dynamics affected and reflected in our storytelling when deciding to put specific actors in specific roles.
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For general submissions (*separate from specific job listings or casting calls*): We keep these on file and welcome them at anytime. Please send the following to shakespeareinthewoodsvt@gmail.com:
Directors- cover letter, current resume
Actors- cover letter, headshot, and current resume
Production Team (SM, Sound, Lighting, Set Design, Costume)- cover letter, current resume
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: If you are based in the Manchester area, and would like to lend a hand with front of house, usher, or stage hand duties, please drop us a line at shakespeareinthewoodsvt@gmail.com
A word on SitW's creative culture:
At the start of a season, the company comes together to establish a living Community Agreements document to agree upon shared language and practices for the creative work we are about to embark on.
Shakespeare in the Woods is committed to creating and maintaining a brave space that seeks to disrupt traditional patterns and institutional patterns of racism, sexism, transphobia, anti-Indigeneity, antisemitism, ableism, xenophobia, homophobia, islamophobia, fatphobia, ageism, and physical intimidation or harm of any form. We are committed to accountability, even and especially in discomfort, knowing that it's unrealistic to state everyone will get it right 100% of the time.
In the event that a transgression occurs during production (that does not require immediate legal intervention), SitW reserves the right to remove the offender(s) from employment, regardless of position/power dynamic. If there is an individual(s) subject of the transgression, and they would like to attempt restoration versus removal of the offender(s), SitW will facilitate the opportunity for resolution with impartial, outside help. The outcome/decision will ultimately rest with the individual(s) subject to transgression and if they feel accountability and resolution has occurred.
When in SitW's employment, you are entering into the mutual agreement of creating and maintaining an open, thriving work environment for yourself and your fellow artists; You are committing to upholding the Community Agreements established by the company and a brave space; You understand that in the event of misconduct, there are actionable steps for accountability and restoration, and failing to reach resolution can result in unemployment.
We each must commit to creating a communal space that welcomes the uncompromising fullness of all individuals and their artistry, and be willing to hold ourselves to a standard that enables trust and vulnerability with one another.