Black Ensemble Theater | Chicago, IL
Friday, January 24, 2025
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (C)
Interviews will be conducted in 15-minute appointments.
CAT
$836.50 weekly minimum (Tier 4) - Stage manager
$766.80 weekly minimum (Tier 4) - Assistant stage manager
Equity stage managers for Black Ensemble Theater's 2025-26 Season. Specifically seeking Assistant stage managers.
Please come prepared for your interview with your resume.
Black Ensemble Theatre
4450 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640
Jackie Taylor - Founder/CEO
Expected to attend:
Daryl Brooks - Producing Managing Director
See breakdown for production specific dates.
OTHER
EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. 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 attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
ELVIS PRESLEY WAS A BLACK MAN
Preview: March 1, 2, 7, 8
Open: March 9
Close: April 20
SYNOPSIS: “Elvis Presley was a Black Man” is a story about family, love and the innocence of childhood. What did Elvis Presley mean to a little Black girl and boy from the projects growing up in the 60’s? He was their world! This is a story of Janet and Joe, two little kids from the projects – who loved Elvis Presley.
THE JOURNEY
Preview: May 31, June 1, 6, 7
Open: June 8
Close: W/O Ext July 20
SYNOPSIS: From Bessie Smith to Elton John, The LGBTQIA+ community has been an integral part of the music industry. Join us as we go on a journey learning just how these artists had to struggle for acceptance of their sexuality in an industry that claims to be all inclusive.
DIONNE, GLADYS AND PATTIE: THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR
Preview: Sept. 6, 7, 12, 13
Open: Sept. 14
Close: Oct 19
SYNOPSIS: Sisterhood. What does that really mean? There is no better example than the relationship of these 3 musical icons, making music and supporting each other in times when the world tried to pull them apart. This powerful story proves that nothing or no one can destroy true friendship.
TBA
Preview: Nov. 29, 30, Dec. 5, 6
Open: Dec. 7
Close: Jan 18, 2026
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