Creede Repertory Theatre seeks Actors for 2026 Season
CATEGORY: Performer
Creede Repertory Theatre
Creede, CO
US
Job Details
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CREEDE REPERTORY THEATRE SEEKS ACTORS FOR ITS 2026 SEASON.
All available tracks in the 2026 season will appear in two productions in rotating repertory. Please note that Tracks 6 and 11 are already cast. Strong ensemble sensibility, versatility, and comfort with quick tonal and stylistic shifts are required across the season.
In reference to the character descriptions, most characters we currently encounter are on the binary and are written with he/him or she/her pronouns. However limiting the descriptions are, our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with. We also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character but are otherwise seeking actors of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Please note that actors will be cast in two or three productions as is the nature of repertory theater.
COMPENSATION:
AEA: No less than $661.00 per week (2025 Minimum)
Health + Pension
Non-AEA: $625.00 per week
HOUSING:
Provided at no cost
TRAVEL:
AEA: Provided
Non-AEA: Not Provided
CONTRACT DATES:
May 2026 to September 2026
PRODUCTION DATES
subject to change
FULLY COMMITTED by Becky Mode
First Rehearsal: May 5, 2026
Opens: May 23, 2026
Closes: September 19, 2026
THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Music & Lyrics by William Finn, Book by Rachel Sheinkin
First Rehearsal: May 5, 2026
Opens: May 30, 2026
Closes: September 6, 2026
WORKING: A MUSICAL Adapted by Nina Faso & Stephen Schwartz, from the book by Studs Terkel; localized version conceived by Daniel C. Levine
First Rehearsal: June 2, 2026
Opens: June 20, 2026
Closes: September 5, 2026
KEN LUDWIG’S MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE
First Rehearsal: June 2, 2026
Opens: June 27, 2026
Closes: September 13, 2026
DALE! DALE! DALE! By Alebrije Writers Collective, Music by Deborah Wicks la Puma
Creede Rep’s Young Audience Outreach Tour (Non-AEA tour)
First Rehearsal: August 4, 2026
Opens: August 28, 2026
Closes: November 20, 2026
ACTING TRACKS
Track 1
Roles: Sam (FULLY COMMITTED), Actor 1 / Sherlock Holmes (MORIARTY)
Specs: Male-identifying, 30s–40s. Exceptional comic timing, physical precision, and emotional grounding. Must transition from high-energy solo comedy to cerebral drama. Fully Committed requires rapid-fire multi-character voices; Moriarty demands gravitas and intellect.
Vocal: Speaking role
Track 2
Roles: Vice Principal Douglas Panch (SPELLING BEE), Actor 3 / Moriarty, Lestrade, Mycroft, and others (MORIARTY)
Specs: Male-identifying, 40s–60s. Strong improvisational instincts and character versatility. Comedic deadpan essential for Spelling Bee; must handle multiple dialects and shifts of tone in Moriarty.
Vocal: Baritone / non-singing role in Bee
Track 3
Roles: Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre (SPELLING BEE), Actor 4 / Irene Adler, Mrs. Hudson, and others (MORIARTY)
Specs: Female-identifying, 30s. Strong comedic instincts and vocal precision, able to balance youthful earnestness with mature intelligence. Plays an outspoken, big-hearted child with impeccable timing in Spelling Bee and transitions into layered adult roles requiring versatility and British dialects in Moriarty.
Vocal: Mezzo / Alto (C4–D5)
Track 4
Roles: Mitch Mahoney (SPELLING BEE), Man 3 (WORKING)
Specs: Male-identifying, 40s-60s. Soulful contemporary singer with depth and honesty. Brings grounded compassion to Bee and authenticity to Working.
Vocal: Baritone / Tenor (A2–G4)
Track 5
Roles: Marcy Park (SPELLING BEE), Woman 2 (WORKING)
Specs: Female-identifying, 20s–30s. Dynamic with precision, drive, and comedic nuance. Physically adept; must play overachiever energy with heart.
Vocal: Mezzo with belt (C4–E5)
Track 6
Roles: Actor 5 (MORIARTY) (CAST)
Track 7
Roles: Olive Ostrovsky (SPELLING BEE), Woman 1 (WORKING)
Specs: Female-identifying, 20s–30s. Warm, open, and emotionally intelligent with strong contemporary storytelling ability. Excellent pop/theatre mix.
Vocal: Mezzo / Mix (B3–F5).
Track 8
Roles: Rona Lisa Peretti (SPELLING BEE), Woman 3 (WORKING)
Specs: Female-identifying, 30s–50s. Confident, expressive with strong comedic presence and genuine warmth. Anchors Spelling Bee with poise and emotional intelligence, then reveals grounded authenticity and vocal power in Working.
Vocal: Soprano or Mezzo (G3–E5)
Track 9
Roles: Leaf Coneybear (SPELLING BEE), Man 1 (WORKING)
Specs: Male-identifying, 20s–30s. Quirky and endearing with offbeat charm; physical comedy and musical expressiveness essential. Sincere and open-hearted.
Vocal: Tenor (A2–A4)
Track 10
Roles: Chip Tolentino (SPELLING BEE), Actor 2 / Dr. John Watson (MORIARTY)
Specs: Male-identifying, 20s–30s. Charismatic, athletic with strong comedic timing and emotional depth. Brings youthful confidence and vulnerability to Spelling Bee’s former champion while embodying loyalty, intelligence, and heart as the steadfast Dr. Watson in Moriarty.
Vocal: Tenor (B2–A4)
Track 11
Roles: William Barfée (SPELLING BEE), Man 2 (WORKING) (CAST)
YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR
DALE! DALE! DALE!
Seeking performers (20s-30s, Latine, Male Presenting) for the two casts of our Young Audience Outreach Tour; an original, bilingual musical performed across the rural southwest for students in grades K-6. Must be strong singers and bilingual in Spanish. This tour is non-equity.
CHICAGO EQUITY PRINCIPALE AUDITIONS
DATE & TIME:
Thursday, December 4, 2025 and Friday, December 5, 2025
9:00am to 5:00pm with lunch from 12:30-1:30pm
LOCATION:
Actors Equity Association
557 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
IN ATTENDANCE:
Emily Van Fleet, Creede Rep Artistic Director
Director for THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Jenni Harbour, Creede Rep Direction of Education & Engagement
Director for WORKING: A MUSICAL
Michael McBride, Accompanist
To schedule an audition, please register online through the AEA Membership Portal.
Creede Rep will see non-AEA actors as space allows. A monitor will be provided.
DENVER EQUITY PRINCIPALE AUDITIONS
DATE & TIME:
Monday, December 15, 2025
9:00am to 1:00pm
LOCATION:
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Robert & Judi Newman Center for Theatre Education
1101 13th St.
Denver, CO 80204
IN ATTENDANCE:
Emily Van Fleet, Creede Rep Artistic Director
Director for THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Alec Steinhorn
Music Director for THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE and WORKING: A MUSICAL
Accompanist TBD
To schedule an audition, please email [email protected]
Creede Rep will see non-AEA actors as space allows. A monitor will be provided.
WHAT TO PREPARE
If auditioning for Tracks 1 or 2, please prepare two contrasting monologues no more than 3 minutes total. Please bring a copy of your headshot and resume.
If auditioning for Tracks 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, or 10, please prepare one song and one monologue no more than 3 minutes total. Actors are welcome to sing from the shows. Please bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided. Please bring a copy of your headshot and resume.
ONLINE SUBMISSIONS
Submissions will be accepted from November 21, 2025 at 9:00am (Mountain Time) to December 5, 2025 at 5:00pm (Mountain Time). Submission link will be available on https://creederep.org/work-with-us/ beginning November 21, 2025.
WHAT TO PREPARE
If auditioning for Tracks 1 or 2, please prepare two contrasting monologues no more than 3 minutes total.
If auditioning for Tracks 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, or 10, please prepare one song and one monologue no more than 3 minutes total. Actors are welcome to sing from the shows.
Please slate, this will not count towards the audition time limit. Reels are not accepted.
ABOUT CREEDE REPERTORY THEATRE
Founded in 1966, Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) is a professional theatre company located at 9,000 feet of elevation in the historic town of Creede, CO, which offers beautiful mountain views, hiking trails and stunning campsites in a county comprised of 97 percent public land. From its Rocky Mountain roots, CRT serves as an artistic home to our rural community and beyond, through the creation of repertory seasons, dynamic educational programs and compelling new works. With deeply rooted values in equity, diversity and inclusion, CRT is committed to being a haven for artistic excellence, belonging, and intrinsic joy. To learn more, visit www.creederep.org.
CRT’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, AND ACCESS
We want all people to thrive in our Creede theatre community. When they do, we can create theatre of exceptional quality. Over the past several years, we’ve brought a wider variety of perspectives to CRT’s stages. Although there are many forces that profit from dividing us, this extraordinary mountain town gives us an opportunity to come together. CRT is committed to creating a Culture of Belonging for everyone. Whoever you are, wherever you come from, whoever you love, however you look on the outside, whatever abilities or disabilities you hold in your body, we are committed to CRT being a place you call home.
CRT offers childcare support for company members during work hours. Please inquire about how we can support you and your family needs.
DURATION
May 5, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
SALARY
$600.00 – $661.00 per week