St. Louis Black Repertory Company: In Person Auditions for Gem of the Ocean - 5 Roles in Missouri

Seeking Talent From: Missouri

Union Status: AEA

Pay: $582 weekly minimum (SPT 5)

Posted: 10/6/2026 Updated: 10/6/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 10/23/2026

GEM OF THE OCEAN- Written by August Wilson is looking for Equity actors for roles in The St. Louis Black Repertory Company 2026-27 Season 2nd Half. An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Casting / Shoot Info

Please prepare two contrasting monologues and bring a copy of your headshot and resume.

Expected to attend:
Ron Himes - Producing Director
Geovonday Jones - Artistic Associate
Ellie Schwetye - Associate Producer
Jacqueline Thompson - Director
Brian McKinley - Director of Education & Community Engagement

NOTE: Submit your resume to casting notices within the initial 24-hour window. Promptness often translates to increased visibility.

Casting: In Person, Saturday, October 24, 2026
First Rehearsal Date: 4/13/2027
Performance Dates: 5/12/2027 - 5/30/2027
Location: St Louis Black Repertory Company, 813 N Skinker Blvd, St Louis, MO 63130 (Parking and entrance is located on the Vernon side of the building.)

To schedule an audition appointment please contact Brian McKinley at EITHER: 314-534-3807 OR BrianM@theblackrep.org . Monday-Friday, 10:00am- 4:00pm

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CITIZEN BARLOW |Male |African-American |Age: 20–40 |Role Type: Principal

A young man seeking redemption; earnest and haunted.

BLACK MARY: |Female |African-American |Age: 30–50 |Role Type: Principal

Aunt Ester’s housekeeper and protégé; strong-willed and compassionate.

RUTHERFORD SELIG |Male |Caucasian |Age: 40–70 |Role Type: Principal

A traveling peddler; observant and affable.

AUNT ESTER |Female |African-American |Age: 60–90 |Role Type: Principal

A spiritual matriarch; commanding and wise.

SOLLY TWO KINGS |Male |African-American |Age: 60–80 |Role Type: Principal

A former conductor on the Underground Railroad; fiery and proud.