Midwinter Revels - Cambridge Theatre Casting 7 Roles

Seeking Talent From: MS1

Union Status: AEA/Non-AEA

Pay: $500 - $2, 400 depending on role.

Posted: 6/10/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 9/1/2026

Revels is excited to offer open auditions for our featured acting roles in the 2026 Midwinter Revels Join us to celebrate the unique American story 250 years in the making. Drawing on 19th-century songs and stories from the Great Plains, this production will include cultural touchstones of the American frontier and the diverse communities of Polish, Irish, German, Indigenous, Chinese, and Black families who shaped it. Share in the multi-generational joy and harmony of Revels and the hope that comes each year on the Shortest Day. Seeking local Cambridge, MA or Boston, MA talent.

Casting / Shoot Info

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Casting: By submission
Rehearsal Date: November 30, 2026 - December 5, 2026
Tech Rehearsal Date: December 8, 2026 - December 10, 2026
Performance Dates: December 11, 2026 - December 28, 2026
Location: Cambridge, MA

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John Patrick |Male |Age: 16–25 |Role Type: Leading |Non-Union

The son of Irish immigrants. Thoughtful, earnest, and ambitious. Preparing to leave home to apprentice with a lawyer in the West, he finds himself caught between excitement for the future and the pain of leaving behind the people and place he loves. Possesses an easy charm and a genuine heart. Must be capable of handling both lighthearted and emotionally grounded scenes. Some dancing ability preferred. Open to Non-Union Actors only. Paid a $500 stipend for the production.

Marya |Female |Age: 16–25 |Role Type: Leading |Non-Union

Woman, late teens to early 20s. The daughter of Polish immigrants. Intelligent, spirited, and curious about the wider world beyond her small railroad town. Torn between loyalty to family and a desire to chart her own future. Possesses warmth, humor, and quiet strength. Must be capable of conveying both youthful optimism and emotional maturity. Some dancing ability preferred. Open to Non-Union Actors only. Paid a $500 stipend for the production.

A Chinese immigrant laborer who helped build the railroad and now assists at the station. Though he speaks little English, he is an essential member of the community and an important witness to the events of the story. The role is largely physical and nonverbal in the first act, with a significant monologue and scene work in the second act. Strong physical storytelling skills required. Cantonese language skills are a plus. Actors of Chinese heritage are especially encouraged to audition. Open to Union and Non-Union actors. Paid according to AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier 2. Rate: $604 / week. Total Pay: $2,416 (est. 4 weeks of work)

Magda |Female |Age: 30–65 |Role Type: Leading |AEA/Non-AEA

A Polish immigrant eagerly awaiting news from family in her homeland. Proud, spirited, and deeply rooted in her traditions. A strong maternal presence with warmth, humor, and emotional depth. Must be comfortable balancing comedy and heartfelt moments. Open to Union and Non-Union actors. Paid according to AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier 2. Rate: $604 / week. Total Pay: $2,416 (est. 4 weeks of work).

Catherine |Female |Age: 30–55 |Role Type: Leading |AEA/Non-AEA

An Irish immigrant and mother whose teenage son is preparing to leave home to apprentice with a lawyer in the West. Sharp-witted, resilient, and deeply loving. Possesses both strength and vulnerability, with a quick sense of humor and a fiercely protective nature. Open to Union and Non-Union actors. Paid according to AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier 2. Rate: $604 / week. Total Pay: $2,416 (est. 4 weeks of work).

Johann |Male |Age: 30–80 |AEA/Non-AEA

A German immigrant awaiting the arrival of a shipment on the first train. Practical, dependable, and matter-of-fact, though he carries a secret that weighs upon him. Must be capable of balancing humor, warmth, and emotional complexity. Open to Union and Non-Union actors. Paid according to AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier 2. Rate: $604 / week. Total Pay: $2,416 (est. 4 weeks of work).

The Station Master serves as the show’s principal storyteller and guide, bridging the world of the audience and the community gathered at the station. Warm, engaging, and personable, with a strong sense of humor and emotional depth. A natural host whose wisdom, humanity, and presence anchor the story. Strong acting and storytelling skills required. Open to Union and Non-Union actors. Paid according to AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier 2. Rate: $604 / week. Total Pay: $2,416 (est. 4 weeks of work).