Work With Us

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At Wisconsin Classic Stage, we are dedicated to fostering an audition and casting process that is welcoming, inclusive, and artistically enriching. We continually evaluate and refine our approach to ensure all artists feel valued, respected, and inspired to collaborate with us.

We hire both AEA and non-AEA actors, and we encourage all performers to submit. Our productions celebrate bold storytelling, and we believe in assembling dynamic ensembles that bring new vitality to the classics. 

We believe that Wisconsin theater should reflect the cultural dynamics and broad diversity of the state we live in. DEI is not a bad word in our culture. Diversity of thought and creative background cultivates a more fertile creative playground. Therefore, we commit to:

✔️ Inclusive Casting – We approach every script with the assumption that roles can be played by actors of any age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, or physical ability, except when these factors are essential to the story.
✔️ Reimagining the Classics – We honor the playwright’s intent while embracing innovative casting choices that challenge tradition and enrich interpretation.
✔️ Equitable Opportunities – We are committed to fair compensation and ensuring that actors have access to meaningful, paid work. We are transparent about hiring practices. 

We participate annually in the Milwaukee Generals and Milwaukee Diversity Generals, where both equity and non-equity actors can be seen for our upcoming season.

🔹 Headshot & Resume Submissions: We welcome materials year-round. Every submission is thoughtfully reviewed, and select actors will be invited to audition. For some productions, we hold local open calls, which will be announced on our website and social media.

🔹 Want to submit for a particular show? Complete our headshot and resume form below . If your materials are updated, you may re-submit, but please do so no more than once a year to: wisconsinclassicstage [at] gmail.com 

📬 Prefer to mail your materials? Send them to:
Attn: Casting
Wisconsin Classic Stage
935 W. Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI 53233

📧 Questions and submissions? Email us at wisconsinclassicstage [at] gmail.com 

At Wisconsin Classic Stage, we are dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the voices of Wisconsin storytellers. Our mission is to bring bold, resonant, and locally rooted narratives to life, ensuring that the stories of our region take center stage, however we are solely devoted to only adaptation of classics plays, preferably in a Wiscnisn setting and theme.

🎭 For Playwrights: At this time, we are only able to consider scripts from playwrights based in Wisconsin as part of our commitment to uplifting our state’s artistic community.

🎭 For Directors & Theater Professionals: We welcome submissions and  ideas for classic theatrical eventsworks. Please send inquiries and preferably pitchdecks to wisconsinclassicstage [at] gmail.com for consideration.

Thank you for your understanding and support in shaping a vibrant, homegrown theatrical landscape!

Are you in an upcoming production? We love seeing local talent in action! If you’d like to invite us to a performance, send details to wisconsinclassicstage [at] gmail.com While we are a small team, we do our best to support and attend.