Kendall Cooper Casting

Open Casting Call: “Wolf Play” – Portland Theater Festival 2024

Project Description:

“Wolf Play” is an evocative and compelling production that will be part of the Portland Theater Festival 2024. We are seeking talented actors for key roles in this thought-provoking play. The story navigates themes of identity, family, and acceptance, requiring performers who can bring depth and authenticity to their characters.

Casting Roles:

1. Ash:

   • Description: Late 20s-30s, BIPOC, assigned female at birth/non-binary. A highly skilled southpaw boxer coming to terms with the sudden adoption of a child by her wife, Robin. Tough exterior but sweet and nurturing on the inside. Strong, direct, no BS.
   • Requirements: Actor should be excellent with movement; boxing experience is a plus.

2. Robin:

   • Description: 30s-40s, female, any ethnicity. Ash’s wife. She adopts a re-homed child from the internet hoping he will fulfill her desire to have a family. Queer. Maternal. Nurturing. Organized. Very emotional.
   • Requirements: Strong emotional range and ability to portray a nurturing, maternal figure.

3. Ryan:

   • Description: 20s-30s, male, any ethnicity. Robin’s younger brother. Straight. Athletic. Very “male.” Charming. Impulsive. Athletic.
   • Requirements: Actor should be comfortable with boxing.

4. Peter:

   • Description: 30s-40s, male, any ethnicity. Straight dude on the conservative spectrum. Hetero energy. A little pathetic but funny. Fears the non-traditional.
   • Requirements: Ability to portray a conservative character with comedic undertones.

Compensation:

• $1,500 stipend or “Special Appearance” AEA rate
• Local hires preferred. Limited housing available for out-of-town actors.

Casting Call: Actor for the Role of Victor in “Dry Land”

Job Details: The Portland Theater Festival is seeking talent for its upcoming production of “Dry Land,” a compelling drama written by Ruby Rae Spiegel. The play will be directed by Taylor Reynolds and is set to be a highlight of the Festival’s 2024 summer season, which features a lineup of live, professional theater.

Role Casting For: Victor: A male character, aged 20. Victor lives somewhat in his own world, characterized by a distinct style that includes skinny pants, old shirts, and sneakers that seem slightly out of sync with the rest of his outfit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and crew to bring the character of Victor to life.
• Attend all rehearsals and perform during all scheduled performances as part of the festival.
• Participate in promotional events and media interviews as required.
• Maintain a high level of performance consistency and professionalism throughout the run.

Requirements:

• Proven acting skills with the ability to embody the character fully.
• Both AEA and non-union actors are encouraged to apply.
• Preference for local hires; however, limited housing options are available for actors residing out of town.
• Must be available for rehearsals starting approximately two months before opening night and for all performance dates.

Compensation:

• A stipend of $1,500 or the equivalent “Special Appearance” rate for AEA members.
• Other benefits include potential housing accommodation for non-local actors.

Casting Call: Actors for the Role of Reba in “DRY LAND”

Job Details:
Portland Theater Festival is excited to announce an open casting call for the role of “Reba” in the upcoming production of “DRY LAND” by Ruby Rae Spiegel, directed by Taylor Reynolds. “DRY LAND” is part of the 2024 Portland Theater Festival season, featuring a summer lineup of three live, professional theater productions. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic cast in a festival celebrated for its commitment to theatrical excellence.

Role Description:

• Reba: Aged 17. Portrays the archetypal perfect camp girl, spirited and sociable, without the extremities of a Valley Girl stereotype. Reba is characterized by her casual meanness, which is more playful than harmful, centered around her self-focused nature rather than any deep-seated cruelty.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively under the direction of Taylor Reynolds to bring the character of Reba to life, maintaining the integrity of the playwright’s vision.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and commit to the performance schedule set by the festival.
• Engage in promotional activities, including media interviews and public appearances, as required by the festival’s marketing team.

Requirements:

• Actors should be 18+ but able to convincingly play a 17-year-old.
• Strong stage presence and the ability to portray nuanced emotions.
• Both AEA and non-union actors are encouraged to apply.
• Local hires are preferred; however, limited housing options are available for actors residing outside the area.
• Must be available for the entire duration of the festival rehearsals and performances.

Compensation:

• Salary: $1,500 stipend or equivalent to the “Special Appearance” AEA rate, depending on union status.
• Additional benefits include exposure in a prominent theater festival and the opportunity to work with acclaimed director Taylor Reynolds.