Safe & Sound The Musical
Manhattan , NY
US

CONTACT NAME

Holly Block

DESCRIPTION

Casting Notice — SAFE & SOUND THE MUSICAL

New York Theater Festival Production

Production: Safe & Sound: The Musical
Festival: New York Theater Festival
Performance Dates: June 16, June 19, & June 20, 2026
Location: New York City

Safe & Sound The Musical is a bold new contemporary musical exploring connection, identity, trauma, and healing through emotionally charged storytelling and contemporary music. Presented as part of the New York Theater Festival, this original work offers performers the opportunity to help develop an innovative new musical while performing for New York City audiences and industry professionals.

Breaking new ground theatrically, Safe & Sound is the first musical to integrate sound healing and Reiki practices directly into its score, creating an immersive experience that blends live performance with intentional sonic and energetic storytelling.

We are seeking fearless, dynamic performers with strong personalities, powerful voices, and commanding stage presence who are excited to collaborate on a deeply human and creatively ambitious new work.

Casting Breakdown

FEATURED ENSEMBLE — Female-Identifying Performers
Seeking strong personality performers with powerful contemporary musical theatre voices and confident stage presence. Ensemble members will be featured throughout the production and must be emotionally grounded storytellers with strong acting instincts. Age range: 18–30.

All ethnicities encouraged to submit. Diversity is highly encouraged and celebrated.

COOPER — Supporting Role (Queer Male-Identifying Performer)
Cooper is confident, vibrant, and deeply lovable, bringing warmth, humor, and emotional openness to the story. Seeking a queer-identifying performer with strong vocal ability and expressive acting skills who can embody bold personality and authentic heart (think Angel in Rent energy). All ethnicities encouraged to submit; diversity is highly encouraged and celebrated. Age range: 18–30.

OWEN — Supporting Role (Male-Identifying Performer)
Owen is a young Southern military character who is blunt, immature, and not the brightest, yet ultimately sincere and lovable. Requires strong comedic instincts and grounded acting, as the performer will also double as Andrew. Caucasian. Age range: 18–30.

ANDREW — Supporting Role (Doubled with Owen)
Appearing in several key scenes, Andrew initially presents as attentive and charming before quickly revealing a manipulative, narcissistic nature. This role requires a dynamic actor capable of portraying two distinctly different characters and navigating a pivotal moment in which the lead character is sexually assaulted. Caucasian. Age range: 18–30.

CHILD MICHAEL — Supporting Role (Child Performer)
Male-identifying, age 6–10. The younger version of Michael, serving as the “eyes” of the story — observant, imaginative, and deeply curious about the world around him. Seeking a highly expressive young performer who can convey playfulness, wonder, and emotional awareness. Caucasian; brown or blonde hair and light eyes preferred.

CHILD ROSIE — Supporting Role (Child Performer)
Female-identifying, age 6–10. The younger version of Rosie, outspoken, confident, and impossible not to love, with a bold personality and strong sense of self. Looking for a naturally charismatic young performer with charm, strong presence, and great comedic timing. Caucasian; dark hair and dark eyes preferred.

CHILD JAMES — Supporting Role (Child Performer)
Male-identifying, age 6–10. The younger version of James, a sincere and sweet child completely devoted to Child Rosie, carrying an “old soul” quality and genuine emotional warmth. Seeking a young actor who can portray innocence, sincerity, and heartfelt emotion. Caucasian/Latinx (Spanish), European, or Asian descent; dark hair and brown eyes preferred.

Compensation
Stipend: $150–$175
Equity and Non-Equity performers welcome

Eligibility

• Performers must reside within 30 miles of Manhattan.

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  Audition Information

  Location: Ripley-Grier Studios
  520 8th Ave., New York, NY

  Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  Appointment Only

  To request an audition appointment, submit: Headshot, Résumé , Performance Reel

  📧 [email protected]

  Please also bring a printed headshot and résumé to the audition.

  Prepare:

• -16 bars of contemporary musical theatre and Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.

• Audition timeslots will not be assigned until all slots are filled.

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  Rehearsal Schedule

  Cast Rehearsals Begin May 17, 2026

  May:
  Sun 17, Mon 18, Sun 24, Mon 25, Tue 26, Thu 28, Fri 29, Sun 31

  June:
  Mon 1, Tue 2, Thu 4, Fri 5, Sun 7, Mon 8, Tue 9, Thu 11, Fri 12, Sun 14, Mon 15

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  Performance Dates : Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Friday, June 19, 2026, Saturday, June 20, 2026

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DURATION

May 17, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026

SALARY

$150.00 – $175.00 per gig

UNION

UNION or NON-UNION

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