Great Lakes Center for the Arts
Bay Harbor, MI

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Submission

CONTRACT

Single Engagement Agreement

$769 weekly minimum - pending negotiations

SEEKING

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

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit via the online form at the following link: https://airtable.com/appvILD03...

Deadline: 02/28/2026

SUBMIT TO

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PERSONNEL

Producer/Theatre Company: Great Lakes Center for the Arts

Artistic Director: Matthew Kacergis

Director: Matthew Kacergis

Musical Director: Michael Nutting

Choreographer: TBA (Offer Out)

Casting Director: Matthew Kacergis

Producer: Alex Robinson

OTHER DATES

NYC auditions will be held by appointment only 3/16-18 and we will hold auditions in metro Detroit on a date to be determined.

Rehearsal Date(s): 08/14/2026

Preview Date(s): 09/04/2026

Opening Date(s): 09/05/2026

Closing Date(s): 09/13/2026

OTHER

www.greatlakescfa.org

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

SEEKING:

[CLAUDE & OTHERS] The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Doubles as Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie. Age: 40 to 60

[BONNIE & OTHERS] A no-nonsense mother of three, 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 often lashes out at those around her. Doubles as Martha. Age: 30 to 40

[BEULAH & OTHERS] The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Doubles as Delores. Age: 40 to 60

[OZ & OTHERS] The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Doubles as Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist. Age: 30 to 50

[DIANE & OTHERS] A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Doubles as Crystal and Brenda. Age: 45 to 60

[NICK & OTHERS] An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Doubles as Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson. Age: 45 to 60

[KEVIN T & OTHERS] 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 creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Doubles as Garth and President Bush. Age: 30 to 50

[KEVIN J & OTHERS] Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Doubles as Dwight and Ali. Age: 30 to 50

[BOB & OTHERS] A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Doubles as Muhumuza and Captain Bristol. Age: 20 to 40

[HANNAH & OTHERS] The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Doubles as Margie and Mickey. Age: 40 to 60

[JANICE & OTHERS] 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. Doubles as Britney and Flight Attendant. Age: 20 to 30

[BEVERLEY & OTHERS] (NOTE: This role is CAST. Accepting submissions for understudy and/or future replacements) The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Doubles as Annette and Reporter. Age: 40 to 60

SALARY

Single Engagement Agreement $769 weekly minimum - pending negotiations

UNION

AEA