The hit Off-Broadway comedy, Drunk Shakespeare is seeking versatile performers for
the attached roles.
Each night, five performers of “The Drunk Shakespeare Society” gather to put on a play.
One of them actually drinks several shots of liquor at the start of the play. This show is a
bit of a ‘play within a play’... an immersive party combining Shakespeare, pop culture,
comedy, and audience connection!
HOW TO SUBMIT
1) Email headshot, resume, and brief cover letter highlighting any special skills/talents
to jobs@brassjar.com with the following in the subject line: DC- “[YOUR NAME], [THE
ROLE(s) YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR]”
2) Please include a video (roughly 2-3 minutes) to showcase both a portion of
Shakespeare's text and any special skills as outlined below.
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS
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.
MATERIAL TO PREPARE
MONOLOGUE - Shakespeare, 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.
SKILLS SHOWCASE - 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.
Deadline for audition submission: 9/16/23 at 10 p.m. Submissions may not be
considered after this date.
BREAKDOWN
We are actively seeking a diverse array of performers that bring their individuality and
artistic gifts to the ensemble. We encourage performers of all backgrounds and
identities to apply for any role(s) that excite them.
As part of this rotating ensemble of players, you will have the opportunity to work with
the director to curate aspects of your character to showcase you as a performer -
celebrating your personality and strengths.
All performers must have excellent comedic chops, commanding stage presence,
special skills, a love for Shakespeare, and a desire to play and work as an ensemble.
Note: With the exception of The Host, all roles will be required to drink alcohol on stage
approximately once a week.
LADY MACBETH
Lady M uses everything at her disposal to influence her husband, entice and impress
the audience, and drive their mutual rise (and ultimate fall) in power. You also get to play
a pretty gnarly witch. Seeking a bold and charismatic actor with a strong command of
Shakespeare’s text.
This role may be required to drink on stage approximately once a week.
MACDUFF
Macduff is the catalyst that drives the final act of the play. Seeking physical and
energetic performers who are compelling movers and must have impressive musical
talent. This track also gets to play a fun witch and do a little puppetry. The track can
include singing and, sometimes, playing guitar.
This role may be required to drink on stage approximately once a week.
“THE DRUNK ACTOR”
The ‘Drunk Actor’ rotates through all of the tracks with the exception of the Host. Having
a different actor/character in this role each show keeps each performance fresh. When
you are the drunk actor, you are the conductor of chaos with the power to issue
challenges to your cast-mates, perform curated “Drunk Challenges” and be the force the
audience roots for. We want you to have fun and let the audience have fun with you.
This is an opportunity to bring an elevated version of yourself outside the boundaries of
Shakespeare’s text.
There is one drunk actor per show and the schedule is organized to ensure no
performer drinks more than twice a week. There are numerous internal systems in place
to ensure the well-being of performers and audiences. The “Drunk Actor” receives free
safe transportation home.
Finally, we acknowledge that everybody has a different relationship to alcohol. We are
seeking to celebrate joy, laughter, and libations as people have done through time but
only you know if this is the right environment for you. Performers begin with an initial
4-week trial period so that both the performer and production can decide if this is a great
fit. Brass Jar Productions DC LLC does not promote irresponsible drinking, and strict
drunk performance guidelines will be adhered to. By submitting for this casting you are
acknowledging that you are over 21 years of age and that you want to drink and perform
Shakespeare on stage approximately once a week. We do not condone alcoholism. If
you believe you may have a problem, please do not apply.
TIME COMMITMENT:
Holiday availability and a flexible schedule are a must! Weekend availability is required.
Initial rehearsals may be held during both day and night.
Actors will begin with an initial 4-week trial contract, followed by an extension with the
opportunity for an open-ended run.
Performance Schedule: Drunk Shakespeare typically runs seven days a week with
10+ performances. Cast members are not guaranteed a minimum number of shifts, but
are guaranteed at least 1 day off per week. There will be a rotating cast to cover all
performances as the schedule expands and there is great potential for learning
additional tracks. Management will do their best to work with you and other cast
members to allow some flexibility with schedule requests.
COMPENSATION: Begins at $80/show, and increases based on a total number of
performances*
$20/hr for rehearsals.
Videos
