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Project Type
Play
Compensation
$150 Stipend (Rehearsal); $25/performance (Run)
Seeking
Any: 20s-60s
Contract Dates
May 30 - October 4, 2026
Shane
Last Updated: April 3, 2026
Audition Type
In-Person
Submission Type
On-Location Audition
Deadline
April 18 - 19, 2026
Project Type
Play
Compensation
$1000 Stipend
Seeking
Any: 18+
Contract Dates
August 10 - October 17, 2026
Black Bear Island
Last Updated: April 3, 2026
Audition Type
Virtual
Submission Type
Email Prescreen
Deadline
Deadline: April 11, 2026
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