NYC Theater Auditions: Equity Actors Wanted for The Aves and 49 Days

🎭 National Asian American Theatre Company (NAATCO) is holding Equity Principal Auditions (EPA) in New York City for two upcoming Off-Broadway productions, The Aves and 49 Days, scheduled for summer 2027.

🎬 Available Roles:

THE AVES

• Young Woman – Black, 20s–30s

• Young Man – Male, 20s–30s

• Old Man – White male, 60s–70s

• Little Girl – Ages 8–12

• Bird 1 & Bird 2 – Observant, matter-of-fact characters

49 DAYS

• Mari – African American and Japanese woman, portraying ages 17 and 36; basic Japanese skills required

• Bāba (Masako) – Japanese woman, 70+, fluent Japanese required

📅 Audition Details:

• Date: Monday, November 23, 2026

• Time: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM (Lunch: 1–2 PM)

• Location: Actors' Equity New York Audition Center, 165 W 46th St, 16th Floor, New York, NY

• Contract: Off-Broadway (AEA)

• Pay: $859 weekly minimum

🎭 Preparation:

Actors should prepare a 60-second contemporary monologue and bring their Equity Membership card.

Production Dates:

• The Aves: May 17–July 11, 2027

• 49 Days: June 1–July 25, 2027

📩 More Information: www.*****.org

Equity audition procedures apply. Performers from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to attend.