Marriott Theatre
Lincolnshire, IL

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Submission

CONTRACT

Dinner Theatre

$970 weekly minimum

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in COME FROM AWAY (see breakdown).

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the material for the character you would like to submit for. Videos must be received as an UNLISTED Youtube link or Vimeo link. Audition material and additional audition information can be found at

https://www.marriotttheatre.co...

Deadline: 01/30/2026

SUBMIT TO

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PERSONNEL

Come From Away Creative Team/ Who Will View Submissions

Jessica Fisch(She/Her) - Director

Katie Spelman (She/Her) - Choreographer

Ryan T. Nelson (She/Her) - Music Director

Peter Blair (He/Him) - Executive Producer

Peter Sullivan (He/Him) - Artistic Director

Katie Johannigman (She/Her) - Associate Artistic Director

Kavin Moore, CSA (He/They) - Artistic Coordinator

OTHER DATES

First Rehearsal: August 6th, 2026

First Preview: August 26th, 2026

Press Opening: September 2nd, 2026

Closing: October 18th, 2026

OTHER

Video submissions are viewed through the platform AIRTABLE. Please note that viewing submissions through Airtable does not always register as a "view" on services like YouTube and Vimeo. However, all submissions are viewed by the artistic team.

Please reach out to Kavin Moore at [email protected] or 847-465-1326 ex. 1 if you have any questions or access needs.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.

BREAKDOWN

COME FROM AWAY

NOTE: Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming casting process. The team strives to lead with respect, kindness, and generosity. In regard to the character descriptions – they outline the characters as described in the script and in consultation with the creative team. They do not aim to be all-encompassing representations of who might fill these roles. We aim for an expansive and deliberate casting process. We acknowledge that the characters in the script are traditionally presented as either male or female (using he/him or she/her pronouns). We warmly welcome submissions from individuals who identify as gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, or non-binary for the roles that resonate most with their identity.

SEEKING:

BEVERLEY & OTHERS (Female/Femme, late 30s-50s, Any Ethnicity) An American Airlines pilot, Beverley has always loved flying, but her world is changed when she hears about coworkers who were killed in the attacks, and when she is confronted by passengers who refuse to fly again. Others: ANNETTE, a local teacher at the Gander Academy who assists Beulah and often lapses into fantasies about the newcomers.

BEULAH & OTHERS (Female/Femme, late 30’s – 60s, Any Ethnicity). Head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, she befriends Hannah, walking to church and praying with her, while overcoming her suspicions of Ali. Quick-witted and open hearted, Beulah loves to share a joke/ Others: Delores.

BONNIE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 30s–40s, Any Ethnicity) A no–nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety – but in frustration, she sometimes lashes out at her husband, Doug. Others: Martha.

DIANE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 50s-60s, Any Ethnicity) Diane is a divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out he is safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Others: Crystal, Brenda.

HANNAH & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 30s–50s, Black) The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Others: Magie, Mickey

JANICE & OTHERS (Female/Femme, 20s-30s, Any Ethnicity). An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Others: Britney, Flight Attendant

BOB & OTHERS (Male/Masc, late 30s-40s, Black) A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that someone will take advantage of him – but instead he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Others: Muhumuza, Captain Bristol.

CLAUDE & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 40s–50s, Any Ethnicity). The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he’s never before had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude. Others: DERM, mayor of the nearby town of Appleton. Brenda’s Bother. Eddie

KEVIN J & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s-50s, MENASA) Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave and get back to the U.S. as soon as possible. Others: ALI, a Muslim from Egypt, is profiled and body searched by the police at the airport. Dwight

KEVIN T & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s-50s, Any Ethnicity)The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin searches for greater meaning and ways to give back. Others: GARTH, head of the local union representing the bus drivers. President Bush.

NICK & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 50s–60s, Any Ethnicity) An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for another passenger, Diane. Others: DOUG, an air traffic controller and husband to Bonnie. Officer Stephenson. Male Townsperson.

OZ & OTHERS (Male/Masc, 30s–50s, Any Ethnicity) The quirky constable in the two–person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Others: JOEY, a rambunctious passenger on one of the planes who enjoys a good drink. Customs Officer. Mr. Michaels. Terry. Matty, Rabbi. Head Cardiologist.

SALARY

Dinner Theatre $970 weekly minimum

UNION

AEA