The Lady Aoi - NYU Student Rehearsal Scene Casting Actors

Seeking Talent From: New York

Union Status: Non-Union

Pay: No pay

Posted: 10/9/2026 Updated: 10/9/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 10/25/2026

Assignment for class of re-contextualized short scene from "The Lady Aoi" by Yukio Mishima. Performance will be live in front of the class.

Casting / Shoot Info

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Casting: By submission
Rehearsal Date: Two in-class rehearsals for upper level directing class at NYU on October 29 and December 11. There will be 1-2 meetups prior to first rehearsal.
Dates: TBD
Location: New York University

Attached Media: Script Reference

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MRS. ROKUJO |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 30–60 |Role Type: Principal

The ghost spirit of Mrs. Rokujo torments Hikaru and his wife out of jealousy and obsession.

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HIKARU |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 30–60 |Role Type: Principal

A stern political spy against the Japanese Imperial government awaiting execution, ratted out by former mistress Mrs. Rokujo.

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