Three spirits have come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, and to take him on a fantastic journey through Christmases past, present, and future. Brimming with joyful songs, magical spirits, and holiday cheer, this holiday classic embodies a story of joy, redemption, and the spirit of Christmas.

When: July 25 - 26, 2024

Where: E-mail submissions

Based on the novel by Charles Dickens
Adapted by Kevin Moriarty

Director Alex Organ (Diane and Hal Brierley Resident Acting Company member)
Associate Director Sasha Maya Ada
Original Choreography by Joel Ferrell

• To submit for understudies: Email picture/resume to dtc@ebcastingco.com.

  Subject Line: DTC ACC Non-Union Understudy

• To submit for youth: Please send a recent photo of your child, their DOB, height, confirm you are a local hire to Dallas, and a resume or relevant performing experience to dtc@ebcastingco.com.

  Subject Line: A CHRISTMAS CAROL - DFW YOUTH

Rehearsals

• First rehearsal: Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024
• Rehearsals Wed – Fri 2 – 8 pm, Sat AND Sun 10 am – 4 pm. Tech 12 – 9 pm
• Designer Run: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
• Tech begins: Friday, November 22, 2024
• 1st Preview: Friday, November 29, 2024

Performances

• Opening Night: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
• Closing: Saturday, December 28, 2024

Available Roles

• Seeking non-union youth and male actors and musicians.
• We are seeking a highly diverse cast, all ethnicities strongly encouraged to submit!
• For Youth - We will make every effort to rehearse after school hours.
• Tech, Previews, and Performances may occur during school hours.

Off-stage male understudy for Cratchit / Fred / Young Scrooge

• Characters are Male, 20s-40.
• Should sing and be strong with language.
• Must be Dallas local and non-union.
• Rate: $600/week

Off-stage male understudy for instrumental tracks/ensemble

• Characters are Male, 20-50.
• Should sing and play multiple instruments including guitar, keys, and drums.
• Strong with language.
• Must be Dallas local and non-union.
• Rate: $600/week

Youth cast

• Children Performers age 6-13.
• Bright, curious, takes direction well.
• To play various roles: Martha Cratchit, Belinda Cratchit, Boy Scrooge, Peter, Fan, Tiny Tim.
• Must be local to DFW. Must be non-union.
• Rate: $1000 stipend.

Equity, Diversity And Inclusion Statement

All are welcome! At Dallas Theater Center, we want to be the best place to work and see theater, and to be a positive and transformational force in Dallas and beyond. We stand up for equity, diversity and inclusion across our company and community. As a leading national theater, we recognize that building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment is central to our relevance and sustainability in the community we serve and love.

Diversity is acknowledging and respecting human qualities that are different from our own and outside the groups we are a part of or associated with, yet are present in other individuals and groups. These qualities include but are not limited to: ethnicity, race, color, country of origin, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, beliefs, political affiliations, socioeconomic status, experiences and any form of disability.

An inclusive work environment is one where all employees are engaged and supported by the leadership of the institution, beginning at the highest level. Dallas Theater Center strives to create a culture of inclusion where employees of diverse human qualities can thrive and succeed and are able to participate in, and contribute to, the progress and success of the institution, while growing both professionally and personally.