What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drunk Shakespeare DC Seeking Actor Submissions position at Drunk Shakespeare/Brass Jar Productions?
DESCRIPTION
The exciting world of Off-Broadway's hottest sensation, Drunk Shakespeare, is searching for versatile performers who exude charisma and creativity.Every evening, a group of five skilled performers, members of 'The Drunk Shakespeare Society,' gather to put on a mesmerizing play. But here's the thrilling twist: one among them bravely indulges in multiple shots of liquid courage, setting the stage for an unforgettable performance.
Drunk Shakespeare Washington, DC is accepting submissions for MULTIPLE TRACKS
Romeo / Dracula / Scrooge / Long John Silver - Commanding, with charm, swagger, and major leading role presence. This track moves from full-throttle romantic to supernatural seducer, bitter holiday icon, and charming pirate manipulator.
Juliet / Mina / Cindy Lou / Jim - Bright, and emotionally open. Anchors the chaos with truth. This track moves from rebellious young romantic to intelligent gothic heroine, heart-forward holiday optimist, and scrappy young adventurer.
Capulet / Professor Buffy Van Yuengling / Marley / Captain Keira Knightley - Bold, and high-impact, who enters like a force of nature and transforms constantly. This track moves through authority figures, vampireslaying pop culture chaos, ghosts, objects, cameos, and celebrity pirate confidence.
Please send a headshot, resume, and the following materials to [email protected]. In-person auditions will additionally take place by invitation/appointment only on July 13th in Washington, DC.
Two monologues, each no more than 1 minute in length. One from Shakespeare, and the other from a contemporary comedy. We would like to meet you through these texts, so be expressive and celebratory. Feel free to show off any special skills during your monologues.
Since 2014, Drunk Shakespeare has been entertaining audiences from all over the world with productions in NYC, Chicago, DC, Phoenix, and Houston. Drunk Shakespeare is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and the Chicago Tribune said it “may just wind up being one of the most enjoyable ways to experience a tragedy.” Alumni from the cast have gone on to perform on Broadway, in the West End, Blue Man Group, The Deuce, Billions, Sunnyside and on national tours.
DURATION
Jul 13, 2026 -
SALARY
$20.60 – $20.60 per hour
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UNION
AEA