Auditions (Calgary): A Christmas Carol Radio Play Live – Lunchbox Theatre, Theater News

AUDITION NOTICE
Lunchbox Theatre is happy to invite audition submissions for our production of A Christmas Carol Radio Play Live.
Adapted and directed by Bronwyn Steinberg

ABOUT THE PLAY
It’s the Golden Age of Radio, and a local radio station celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the publication of Dickens’ beloved classic A Christmas Carol with a live broadcast. In this brand-new adaptation by Lunchbox Artistic Director Bronwyn Steinberg, three multi-talented actors take on the story’s iconic characters while also creating the foley sound effects live on stage.

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Christmas Eve journey takes him through his past, present and future towards reinventing himself as a better person. Since 1843, this story has brought light, hope and holiday cheer to readers and audiences worldwide. Setting the play’s radio broadcast of this classic tale in 1943 underscores the need for generosity of spirit and light in dark times.

AVAILABLE ROLES

HOST (she/her, any age 30s to 70s) – the host of the radio show. In A Christmas Carol, plays Narrator, Ghost of Christmas Past, Belle, Tiny Tim and others.
ACTOR 1 (any gender & any age 30s to 70s) – an actor & foley performer for the radio station. In A Christmas Carol, plays Ebenezer Scrooge and others.
ACTOR 2 (any gender & age) – an actor & foley performer for the radio station. In A Christmas Carol, plays Bob Cratchit, Fred, Jacob Marley, Ghost of Christmas Present and others.

As all cast members play multiple roles for the radio broadcast, facility with voice acting is essential. All 3 cast members will also create live foley sound effects on stage and possibly sing and/or play musical instrument(s). Musical experience and ability to sing in 3-part harmony is an asset.

The pronouns and ages listed are descriptions of the characters. Actors are welcome to express interest for any roles, regardless of gender or age.

PRODUCTION DATES
Rehearsals begin November 10, 2026

Opens December 3, 2026
Closes December 24, 2026

SUBMISSION INFORMATION
We are currently only considering submissions from Calgary-based actors.
Please submit using this form: https://forms.gle/x3ucLrr6fHL3nu3L7

Agents: please do not send bulk submissions. If submitting for your clients, submit them individually, using the google form.

Selected actors will be sent an audition invitation and asked to prepare material from the script. Please also be prepared to chat a bit with the team in attendance and know that you may or may not be redirected on your audition material.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 22, 2026
AUDITION DATES: May 31 and June 1, 2026

If you have questions regarding auditions, please send us an email to [email protected].

Access and inclusion are important to us. If you have barriers to access to any part of our process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and we will work with you to find the best way for us to get to know you and your work.

Representation matters—to our artists as well as our audiences and the larger community. We are inclusive in the stories that we tell and the people we represent on our stage, so that we can continually engage with new artists, audiences and communities, who are eager to see themselves reflected onstage. Lunchbox Theatre is committed to providing an environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, can contribute fully, and have equal opportunities.

Equity members will be seen first at all open audition calls. Please bring your membership number to the audition.