Dallas Theater Center 2026-27 Season, Dallas EPA

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July 15, 2026 9:00 AM Dallas Theater Center 2026-27 Season, Dallas EPA Paid Union Musical Play Seeking talent from Dallas, TX About the project

COMPANY DETAILS

Dallas Theater Center Kevin Moriarty, exec. dir.; Jaime Castañeda, artistic dir.; Daryl Eisenberg, CSA, casting dir.; Jonathan Norton, resident playwright-literary mgr. Member since Jul 12, 2013 15821 Jobs posted Qualified Employer

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Seeking Equity actors for roles in Dallas Theatre Center's 2026-27 Season. Season includes "Reyjavik86" (LORT B. Gabe McKinley, playwright; Jaime Castañeda, dir. Rehearsals begin Aug. 18; designer run will be held Sept. 2; tech runs Sept. 5; runs Sept. 11-Sept. 27 at Potter Rose Performance Hall); "The Monsters" (LORT D. Ngzoi Anyanwu, playwright; Delicia Turner Sonnenberg, dir.; Rehearsals begin Sept. 15; designer run will be held Sept. 30; tech runs Oct. 3; runs Oct. 9-Nov. 1 at Wyly Studio Theatre); "A Christmas Carol" (LORT B. Charles Dickens, novel; Kevin Moriarty, adaptation; Alex Organ, dir.; Joel Ferrell, original choreography; Cody Dry, music dir.; youth cast orientation will be held Oct. 31; rehearsals begin Nov. 4 (Wed.-Fri., 2-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; tech, 12-9 p.m.); designer run will be held Nov. 18; tech runs Nov. 21; runs Nov. 27-Dec. 27 at Wyly Theatre Potter Rose Performance Hall); "The Lehman Trilogy (LORT C. Stefano Massini, playwright; Ben Power, adaptation; Lisa Porter, dir.; Rehearsals begin Jan. 8, 2027; designer run will be held Jan. 26; tech runs Jan. 29; runs Feb. 5-21 at Kalita Humphreys Theatre); "Kill Local" (LORT B. Mat Smart, playwright-book; Liza Anne, music-lyrics-music prod.; Kyle Ruan, music prod.; Jaime Castañeda, dir.; Rehearsals begin Feb. 26; designer run will be held March 14; tech runs March 19; runs March 26-April 11 at Wyly Theatre Potter Rose Performance Hall); and "The Making of a Saint" (LORT D. KJ Sanchez, playwright-dir.; Rehearsals begin April 29; designer run will be held May 5; tech begins May 7; runs May 14-June 6 at Wyly Studio Theatre). Roles in this project Expand All Roles

ACTORS & PERFORMERS

Equity Actors Lead. 18+ Dates & Locations Rehearses and runs in Dallas, TX.

Compensation & Contract Additional:

Pays $1,213/wk. (LORT B); $1,114/wk. (LORT C); $889/wk. (LORT D). Equity LORT Non-Rep contracts.

Key Details Auditions:

Dallas, TX Equity Principal Audition Jul 15, 2026 Seeking talent from Dallas, TX Become a Backstage member or log in to view additional details, including key audition and/or submission instructions. Join Now Additional Materials Season Breakdown Mission, vision, and values: Our mission: Dallas Theater Center invests in our community by producing plays with resident artists that reflect and illuminate our diverse experiences, spark collaboration and dialogue, and invite engagement in everything we do.

Our vision:

Dallas Theater Center is a vibrant artistic leader that entertains, engages and connects our diverse community by creating unique experiences. We produce plays in original ways that delight and inspire a broad and loyal fan base.

Our values:

The following values, which support our mission and vision, will guide our programmatic, financial, and other choices and will be at the center of our decisions: Artistic Excellence, Operational Excellence, Financial Health, Collaboration and Inclusion and Effective Utilization of Resources. Equity, diversity and inclusion statement - all are welcome! At Dallas Theater Center, we want to be the best place to work and see theater, and to be a positive and transformational force in Dallas and beyond. We stand-up for equity, diversity, and inclusion across our company and community. As a leading national theater, we recognize that building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment is central to our relevance and sustainability in the community we serve and love. • Equity means recognizing that not everyone starts at the same place, addressing inequities in access and opportunity, and allowing for full and fair participation. • Diversity means acknowledging and respecting human qualities that are different from our own and outside the groups we are a part of or with which we are associated. These qualities include but are not limited to: ethnicity, race, color, country of origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual or relationship orientation, family structure, religion, beliefs, political affiliations, experiences and ability differences. • Inclusion means honoring and accepting the gifts, backgrounds, experiences, and wisdom that every individual brings with them, so that every stakeholder feels valued by Dallas Theater Center. Our stakeholders are staff, artists, board members, donors, audiences, and community members. We commit to providing fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement and to creating space for culturally diverse voices to be heard and power to be shared. Together, we are even better.

Casting note:

Dallas Theater Center maintains a resident acting company. When casting productions, DTC looks first to the Diane and Hal Brierley Resident Acting Company to fill roles. DTC also maintains a relationship with Meadows School of the Arts at SMU. As part of this relationship DTC often casts students from these programs in mainstage productions. Additionally, DTC casts actors from the region and nationally for a variety of roles. Auditions for these roles occur on an as-needed basis throughout the year. All dates are subject to change. "Reykjavik86"

Synopsis:

Reykjavik86 is a gripping Cold War thriller that brings the 1986 nuclear summit between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev to life on stage. With the fate of humanity in the balance, two vastly different leaders search for common ground while wrestling ideology, history and the human cost of power. Reykjavik86 delves into diplomacy in a divisive world, revealing the enduring impact of choices made and not made. All roles cast, seeking future replacements: All characters will double in other roles and be played by an ensemble of nine.

Ronald Reagan:

Already cast. President of the United States, 69.

Nancy Reagan:

Already cast. First Lady, 65. George P.

Shultz:

Already cast. US Secretary of State, 56.

Don Regan:

Already cast. W.H. Chief of Staff, 68.

Admiral Poindexter:

Already cast. NSA, 50.

Paul Nitze:

Already cast. Negotiator, 79.

Casper Weinberger:

Already cast. US Secretary of Defense, 69.

Mikhail Gorbachev:

Already cast. General Secretary of

USSR, 55.

Raisa Gorbacheva:

Already cast. First Lady, 54.

Eduard Shevardadze:

Already cast. USSR Foreign Minister, 58.

Sergey Akhromeyev:

Already cast. Negotiator, 63.

Victor Karpov:

Already cast. Diplomat, 63.

Alexander Yakovlev:

Already cast. Diplomat, 58.

Victro Chebrikov:

Already cast. KGB Chief, 63. Lt.

Colonel Petrov:

Already cast.

Russian Soldier:

Already cast.

Technician:

Already cast.

Magnus Oskarsoon Hofdi:

Already cast. House caretaker, 50s.

Peter Jennings:

Already cast. Journalist, 48.

Sam Donaldson:

Already cast. Journalist, 53 V.A.

Pash:

Already cast. Aide to President, 30s.

Petra Morozov:

Already cast. Aide to Gorbachev, 20s. "The Monsters"

Synopsis:

Lil is a scrappy young fighter ready to enter the ring. After 16 years, she reconnects with her brother Big, an accomplished fighter in the local MMA scene. To earn her brother's respect, Lil must master her stance, her strikes, and her stubborn streak. But can these two siblings mend their thorny past and find common ground in the ring they both love? The Monsters is a play with heart, humor and the fierce love only a sibling can give. All roles cast, seeking understudies and future replacements:

Lil:

Already cast. African American Female. 20s.

Big:

Already cast. African American Male. 30-40. "A Christmas Carol"

Synopsis:

Three spirits have come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, and to take him on a fantastic journey through Christmases past, present, and future. Brimming with joyful songs, magical spirits, and holiday cheer, this holiday classic embodies a story of joy, redemption, and the spirit of Christmas. All roles cast, seeking future replacements:

Scrooge:

Already cast. Character is Male, 50+.

Lucy/Belle:

Already cast. Character is Female, 20s. Mrs.

Cratchit:

Already cast. Character is Female, 30+.

Bob Cratchit:

Already cast. Character is Male, 30+.

Marley/Old Joe:

Already cast. Character is Female, 35-50.

Young Marley/Laundress:

Already cast. Character is Female, 20s.

Ghost of Christmas Past/Sister:

Already cast. Character is Female, 30-50. Mrs.

Fezziwig and others:

Already cast. Character is Female, 40+. Mr.

Fezziwig and others:

Already cast. Character is Male, 40+.

Fred:

Already cast. Character is Male, 20s.

Young Scrooge:

Already cast. Character is Male, 20s.

Undertakers Man and others:

Already cast. Character is Male, 40+. Plays multiple instruments including guitar, keys, and drums.

Topper and others:

Already cast. Character is Male, 20-40. Plays multiple instruments including Guitar, Bass, Keys, Euphonium, and Ukulele. Mrs.

Dilber and others:

Offer out. Character is Female, 40+. "The Lehman Trilogy"

Synopsis:

The Lehman Trilogy charts the extraordinary rise and fall of a financial empire that shaped modern American capitalism. Beginning with three immigrant brothers and a small Alabama shop, the story spans generations, tracing their ascent to Wall Street. Told by just three performers playing over 70 roles, the play explores ambition, legacy, and the human cost of relentless growth. The Lehman Trilogy culminates in a powerful reflection on risk, trust, and the forces behind a global financial collapse. All roles cast, seeking understudies and future replacements:

Henry Lehman:

Already cast. The eldest brother. German Jewish immigrant from Bavaria. 50s. doubles as Philip Lehman, Pete Peterson, and others.

Emmanuel Lehman:

Already cast. The middle brother, German Jewish immigrant from Bavaria. 30-40. Doubles as Herbert Lehman, Lewis Glucksman, and others.

Mayer Lehman:

Already cast. The younger brother, German Jewish immigrant from Bavaria. 20-30. Doubles as Bobby Lehman and others. "Kill Local"

Synopsis:

Sheila and her sister, Abigail, work for their mother's small family business. Sheila used to love her job. Lately, she's not so sure. But when you're an assassin, being uninspired means getting sloppy, and getting sloppy means getting killed. Kill Local is a dark comedy with music about blood ties, revenge, and how hard it is to get unstuck - especially when your life is dedicated to ending others. With a score by indie rock singer-songwriter Liza Anne, this world premiere musical blends dark humor with killer songs. Seeking roles, understudies and future replacements:

Todd:

Early 30s.

Sheila:

Early 30s.

Abi:

Already cast. Late 20s, Sheila's sister.

Gloria:

Already cast. 50s or older, Sheila and Abi's mother.

Ami:

Already cast. 17 years old. "The Making of a Saint"

Synopsis:

KJ is searching for something to believe in. Her brother is very spiritual. In fact, he is the official Petitioner of the Cause for the canonization of a Catholic saint— Sister Blandina Segale, who lived in the time we call the "Wild West." Searching for a model for how to live a good life, investigative documentary writer/performer KJ Sanchez sets out to understand Sister Blandina's extraordinary story. In this solo investigative performance based on interviews and research in Rome, KJ invites the audience into her search-exploring what it means to help others, and how a brother and sister might bridge the distance between faith and doubt. All roles cast, seeking understudies:

KJ:

Already cast. Latina. 30s and older.