Northern Stage

Of course we’re always thinking about upcoming shows, but this open round is about sparking new connections without specific projects or roles in mind. We want to meet the bold, brilliant people from across the region – and for you to meet us. 

Since 2021, we’ve held three rounds of open auditions, meeting more than 218 actors. We brought colleagues from across the region –and beyond, together to chat with actors they hadn’t met, and to get a sense of what they can do. 

On the back of our Open Auditions, some actors secured an agent, some were invited to audition for specific shows, some have made their debut at Northern Stage and at venues across England, and others are on lists and on our minds as we wait for the right project for them. 

In addition, creative artists will be able to introduce themselves and their work to us and colleagues from across the region. 

We’re interested in meeting the following creative artists. 

Set Designers 

Costume Designers 

Sound Designers 

Lighting Designers 

Video Designers 

Puppet Designers 

Choreographers 

Movement Directors 

Composers 

Musical Directors 

Dialect Coaches 

Voice Coaches 

Casting Directors 

As with open auditions, this is not a pitch for a specific project, but an opportunity for us to meet new creatives from across the region. Artists will be asked to prepare a presentation to inform the panel of their work and inspirations, in a Pecha Kucha format. This consists of presenting 20 slides, with each slide to be displayed for 20 seconds, resulting in a total presentation time of 6 minutes and 40 seconds. This will allow for a more engaging and concise visual presentation.  

https://northernstage.co.uk/open-auditions-callout-2