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CASTING CALL FOR 'STORIES BY DAN'

This is a paid, non-union position. 

Seeking multiple energetic actors, any gender, to play multiple comedic roles ages 18 - 45 in interactive plays for children in Toronto and surrounding areas. 

Must have strong comedic sense, very high energy, ability to portray multiple zany characters, and comfort with wacky props and costumes. 

Also, MUST be comfortable improvising and interacting with children (ages 3 - 12). Experience working with or performing for children is strongly preferred. Please include any such experience on your resume. 

Other desirable qualifications include the following. These are not requirements but please indicate on your resume if they apply to you: 

• Puppeteering

• Juggling

• Singing

• Ability to play an instrument

• Improv

• Ability to perform in French (with perfect native accent)

• Interest in workshopping new shows

Required Availability for 2025: 

• Rehearsal period in July in Toronto (dates and times TBD based on cast availability)

• - August 4-17 for tech rehearsal and daytime performances (9 shows) between 9AM and 2PM in Barrie, Ontario (accommodations and/or daily transport to/from Toronto will be provided at no cost). 

• September onward: occasional daytime availability on weekdays for school shows in Toronto (up to 5-10 weekdays per month, to be scheduled based on cast and school availability) and additional rehearsal times for new show development

To apply, please send a headshot, resume, and if possible a link to an acting reel or any other demo of your acting work (optional but strongly preferred). Send submissions to dan@storiesbydan.com with the subject line “CASTING”. First-round auditions will be held on Zoom followed by in-person callbacks in Toronto. 

DEADLINE: Submissions received before Monday, July 7, 2025 are strongly preferred. Submissions received later may be reviewed as needed on a rolling basis. 

IMPORTANT: Before joining the company, actors will need to successfully pass an annual police background check/vulnerable persons check, since we work in schools and directly with kids. The company will cover the cost of the background checks. 

Stories by Dan is an award-winning critically-acclaimed theatre company. Based in Toronto, the company produces innovative and interactive shows for children and teenagers with educational themes like self-confidence, consent, and cooperation. Recent hit shows at public festivals include “The Camp Campy Campfire Show” and “Dungee the Dragon and the Just-Okay Juggler”. The company is growing, offering performances at festivals, events and of course in schools. Stories by Dan is an Accepted Educational partner of the Toronto District School Board.