Classical Actors Ensemble is accepting actor and stage manager/asm submissions for our 2026 Shakespeare In Our Parks production:

Since 2014, CAE has toured free, outdoor summer Shakespeare productions to parks across the Twin Cities, playing to a total of over 31,000 patrons in that time. 

The Tempest
by William Shakespeare
directed by Joseph Papke
performing at Twin Cities parks
June 12 – July 12, 2026
rehearsals begin late April (three or four evenings a week and Saturday afternoons)

Stipends paid to principal performers: ~$600 – $800, varying by role/responsibilities.
Actors participating in set-up/tear-down crew receive an additional fee.
The stage manager stipend is $1,100.

We are seeking adult, non-union performers of all ages. Strong musical instrument ability is a plus.

For the role of Ariel we are seeking performers with skills in dance/gymnastics/tumbling.

Teens 16+ are welcome as interns and ensemble members.

The roles of Prospero and Caliban are cast.

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Please only submit materials if you have housing in the Twin Cities.

Interested performers should please fill out this form and submit their materials here

Stage Managers should please fill out this form and submit their materials here

 

We will contact you if we would like to invite you to audition/interview.
We are looking to schedule auditions in early-to-mid January.
Thank you for your interest!