Brass Jar LLC | Las Vegas, NV
Special Agreement: $900 weekly minimum + health contributions.
Core/Part-Time Contract: $120/performance, $25/hour (rehearsals) + health contributions.
Equity actor for roles in DRUNK SHAKESPEARE NEW YORK (See breakdown).
Please see breakdown for Equity video submission instructions. Prepare a Shakespeare monologue, 1 minute in length. We would like to meet YOU through this text, so approach it in a contemporary way that allows your personality to shine while honoring Shakespeare's intention. Equity video submission deadline is April 14, 2025, at 11:59pm ET. Submissions may not be considered after this date.
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Equity 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.
DRUNK SHAKESPEARE NEW YORK
Equity Video Submission Instructions: Please email your headshot, resume, and a link to your audition video highlighting any special skills/talents to
jobs@brassjar.com with the following in the subject line: CITY NAME - “[YOUR NAME], [THE ROLE(s) YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR].” Please include a video (roughly 2-3 minutes) to showcase both a portion of Shakespeare text, and any special skills as outlined below.
Note: Please DO NOT drink as a component of your audition.
MONOLOGUE: Prepare a Shakespeare monologue, 1 minute in length. We would like to meet YOU through this text, so approach it in a contemporary way that allows your personality to shine while honoring Shakespeare's intention.
Prepare a 1-2 minute video showcasing your special skills. Examples could include: dialects, impressions, dance, acrobatics, musical abilities, speaking multiple languages, etc. Let your imagination run wild! You can incorporate your skills into a speech or use a more freestyle approach.
Videos should be sent via shareable link (Youtube, Vimeo, Google Drive etc.) but please ensure no password or account is needed and no download is required. Do not attach a video file to your email. The Equity video submission deadline is April 14, 2025, at 11:59pm ET. Submissions may not be considered after this date.
Every evening, a group of five skilled performers, members of 'The Drunk Shakespeare Society,' gather to put on a mesmerizing play. But here's the thrilling twist: one among them bravely indulges in multiple shots of liquid courage, setting the stage for an unforgettable performance. Since 2014, Drunk Shakespeare has been entertaining audiences from all over the world with productions in NYC, Chicago, DC, Phoenix, and Houston. Drunk Shakespeare is a New York Times Critics’ Pick, and the Chicago Tribune said it “may just wind up being one of the most enjoyable ways to experience a tragedy.” Alumni from the cast have gone on to perform on Broadway, in the West End, Blue Man Group, The Deuce, Billions, Sunnyside, and on national tours.
While nudity is not required, performers may choose to include elements of full or partial nudity in their onstage performances. Additionally, performers may witness or participate in scenes that involve various states of undress. Performers may be involved in or observe comedic representations of sexual poses, the use of sexual props, and scenes that include explicit language. Nudity is not allowed as part of the audition process.
Note: Cast members are required to drink onstage approximately once per week. Strict drinking guidelines will be adhered to.
Juliet, a luminous spark of youthful passion, transforming from wide-eyed innocence to fierce determination in the span of a heartbeat. While her family longs for her to be very demure and very mindful, her FYP may be full out Fifty Shades. Fiery presence, rich emotional depth, and an unwavering commitment to the thin line between comedy and tragedy.
A hopeless romantic with a flair for the dramatic and zero chill. He falls in love faster than you can say “star-crossed,” and he means every word, every time. His FYP is an emotional rollercoaster: sad boy poetry, shirtless sword tutorials, and POVs where he stares longingly into the camera. Emotional range, comedic instincts, and the ability to commit 100%—whether kissing, killing, or spiraling in a monologue about fate. Charisma, charm, and sex appeal are a must, and should leave the audience wondering if they’re watching Shakespeare...or just catching feelings.
One minute, you're Juliet’s ride-or-die, over-sharing, sex-positive confidante. The next, you're the Prince(ss) of Cats—furious, flashy, and ready to throw hands. Delicious split between bawdy comic relief and hot-blooded rage, demanding precision timing, physical comedy chops, and the ability to fight with both swords and sex toys. A dream role for a fearless performer who can serve up raunchy one-liners, then turn around and start a vendetta. Must be bold, dynamic, and ready to swing—emotionally and literally.
The chaotic philosopher and the wild card poet—two sides of the same coin. Slings high-minded wisdom with stoner energy and drops filthy verse with the confidence of someone who’s definitely tried absinthe. The Friar dreams of peace but might be microdosing. Mercutio? A brilliant, sex-crazed agent of chaos who lives to provoke, seduce, and stir the pot. With swagger, sharp comedic timing, and a gift for flipping the tone on a dime.
The ultimate authority figure meets the ultimate hype person. As Prince, you lay down the law with gravitas and theatrical flair. As Host, you're the connective tissue of the show—welcoming the audience, steering the chaos, and making it all feel like a wild party with Shakespeare at its core. Standup comedian with hosting chops a plus, a slew of high-quality impressions in their back pocket, and the ability to hold an audience in the palm of their hand.
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