AUDITION INFORMATION - PLEASE READ TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE
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Audition/Rehearsal Location
The Laurel Grange #161
QTC Theatre
21 Garden Street
West Newbury, MA.
QTC embraces inclusive casting: casting actors of color, actors with disabilities, non-binary, etc.
Casting Notice For:
Charles Dickens'
A Christmas Carol
An original immersive adaptation by Marc Ciaraldi
PRODUCTION DATES
1st Rehearsal: T.B.A.
Tech Week: November 30th - December 4th, 2025
Performances: December 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th, 2025
Strike: Monday, December 15th
DISCLAIMER : If cast in A Christmas Carol, you are committing yourself to this show, first and foremost as well as fellow cast and crew members. Involvement with additional productions prior to or after being cast in A Christmas Carol may alter your chance of being cast. Thank you for your understanding.
SYNOPSIS:
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly and cold-hearted man who hates Christmas. On Christmas Eve, he's visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of a dire fate if he doesn't change his ways. Scrooge is then visited by three spirits: the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, who show him visions of his past, present, and potential future, revealing the consequences of his selfishness and the joy of generosity. These visions lead to Scrooge's profound transformation, ultimately embracing the spirit of Christmas and becoming a kind and generous man.
GENERAL CALL:
Open casting for the following roles in our upcoming production of A Christmas Carol.
T.B.A.
WHEN:
Monday and Tuesday,
Callbacks (if needed) will be held on
**For an appointment please see our sign up link or email: queertheatrecompany@gmail.com with preferred time frame(s).
WHERE:
The Laurel Grange
21 Garden Street
West Newbury, MA.
Parking on the street is residential and not permitted.
AUDITION PREPARATION:
Please prepare a Christmas Carol in the style of the show, no longer than a minute. We would like to see strong grounded choices with a clear sense of storytelling. Please bring a copy of your head shot, resume, and your own backing accompaniment in case you’re asked to sing something else. Please bring a list of conflicts. You must be available for Tech Week, Strike and Performances to be considered for a role.
CASTING BREAKDOWN:
Queer Theatre Company, Inc. commits to be inclusive and seeks to cast a diverse group of actors within the needs of each production. We encourage performers of all ethnicity, race, gender identities, ages, and body types, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition.
A Christmas Carol is presented by special arrangement with the author and Queer Theatre Company, Inc.
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If cast, there is a PRODUCTION FEE of $150, payable at the First Cast Meeting. Payment arrangements may be available upon request. Please do not let the production tuition prevent you from auditioning. QTC, Inc. will never turn anyone away for their inability to pay.
We graciously accept cash, checks (payable to: Queer Theatre Company, Inc.) and VEMNO: queertheatrecompany (please include $5 fee; not associated with QTC, Inc.)
All monies go directly back into the production/organization. We are an all-volunteer theater company.
We kindly request that each cast member assists with the promotion of the show through ticket sales, hanging show posters and through social media. As a new nonprofit, we are navigating the waters of how best to spread the word about QTC, Inc. Word of mouth is an extremely effective tool in accomplishing this goal.
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