Audition Policy
The Old Globe is a LORT B Theatre and hires actors who are members of Actors’ Equity Association. Occasionally local non-union actors are hired in large cast shows in supporting roles. However, most of our non-union actors and understudies are drawn from our M.F.A. program in association with the University of San Diego. Actors are hired on a show-by-show basis during the season and auditions for individual shows are by invitation only. If you are a member of Actors’ Equity Association and would like to submit your headshot and resume to be kept on file, please submit to:
- CASTING- Self-Submissions
- The Old Globe
- P.O. Box 122171
- San Diego, CA 92112-2171
Twice a year The Old Globe holds general auditions through the Actors’ Equity Association. Non-union actors may audition if time allows. Information regarding these auditions is available through the Actors’ Equity Association and Backstage West. Please do not contact the theatre directly regarding open calls.
Children's Casting Notice for
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Old Globe is looking for San Diego-based boys and girls (ages 6-15)
for its 2013 production!
ALL ETHNICITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO AUDITION
| Play |
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! |
| Authors |
Timothy Mason and Mel Marvin |
| Director |
James Vásquez |
| Venue |
The Old Globe |
| Audition Dates |
By appointment only, on Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28 |
| Callbacks |
By appointment only, on Sunday, August 4 |
| Roles |
*Girls ages 6-10 for the role of Cindy Lou Who
*Boys and girls ages 6-12 for the Who Family and Child Ensemble roles
*Boys and girls ages 13-15 for the Teen Ensemble |
| First Rehearsal |
Cindy Lous - Week of October 25
Who Family and Child/Teen Ensemble- Week of October 28 |
| First Preview |
November 16 |
| Opening Night |
November 21 |
| Closing Night |
December 29 |
PERFORMANCES:
All children are double cast and will perform approximately five to six times per week, including several weekday morning matinees.
SALARY:
All children will be paid $8 per hour, regardless of role.
SUBMISSISONS:
Please include ONE picture of your child, one page resume (inc. height, weight & date of birth) parent/guardian contact info. (inc. e-mail address) to:
GRINCH KIDS
The Old Globe
PO Box 122171
San Diego, CA 92112-2171
—OR—
If you would like to submit via e-mail, please send ONE picture and a one page resume (inc. height, weight & date of birth) parent/guardian contact info. (inc. e-mail address) in JPEG format to: casting@theoldglobe.org. NO FOLLOW-UP PHONE CALLS PLEASE
ELIGIBILITY:
Children cannot be members of Actors’ Equity. Girls auditioning for Cindy Lou must be ages 6-10 and no taller than 50”. Children auditioning for the Who Family and Child Ensemble roles must be ages 6-12 and no taller than 60”. Those auditioning for the Teen Ensemble must be ages 13-15 and no taller than 65”. All auditioning must be residents of San Diego County. These terms are non-negotiable.
AUDITION INFO:
Once we’ve determined that your child meets the criteria, and there is still space available, you will be contacted via e-mail (starting early July) with audition details, so please remember to include a valid e-mail address with your submission.
*NOTE TO PARENTS:
The rehearsal and performance schedule requires that your child miss time from school (amount of time varies according to the role), however, most rehearsals do not interfere with class schedules. We will have a studio teacher present to help children keep up with class work, but please only submit your child for an audition if you and your child’s school are amenable to absences during this time.
To download a PDF version of The Grinch casting notice click here.
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Assistant Directors
The Old Globe uses Assistant Directors for shows on a case-by-case basis. For more information please send letters of inquiry and a resume to:
- Assistant Director Submissions
- The Old Globe
- P.O. Box 122171
- San Diego, CA 92112-2171
For additional information, contact ArtAssist@TheOldGlobe.org. No phone calls, please.
