Now Casting: The Capulets

CHICAGO REPERTORY BALLET

CALL FOR DANCERS — THE CAPULETS

Chicago Repertory Ballet (CRB) is seeking experienced professional dancers for a 7-week contract for the return of Wade Schaaf’s critically acclaimed production of The Capulets.

This contemporary ballet reimagines the world of Romeo & Juliet from the point of view of the Capulet family and the family’s private inner lives.'

CONTRACT DETAILS

Contract: 7 weeks
Start Date: Monday, October 21
Rehearsals: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Company Class: Offered as part of the rehearsal schedule
Weekly Pay: Provided
Physical Therapy: Access to physical therapy available through the company

PERFORMANCE & TECHNICAL SCHEDULE

Technical Rehearsals — The Ruth Page Center for the Arts
November 3 & 4

Performances — The Ruth Page Center for the Arts
November 5, 6, 7 & 8

All technical rehearsals and performances are mandatory.

ROLES

LORD CAPULET

Late 30s–Mid 40s | Tall | Regal

A commanding and powerful man who appears to have built the perfect life: respected, successful, married to Lady Capulet, and head of his family. Beneath that polished exterior, Lord Capulet is living a carefully constructed double life. He is secretly involved in a passionate affair with Lord Paris—the very man he considers as a potential suitor for his daughter, Juliet.

This role requires a performer capable of communicating authority, vulnerability, and internal conflict through both movement and character work.

Requirements: Strong classical ballet technique, Accomplished contemporary dance capabilities, and advanced pas de deux skills. Strong acting skills required.

LORD PARIS

5'8"–6' Handsome | Charismatic

A handsome, ambitious, and calculating man who understands exactly how to get what he wants. Lord Paris is a social climber and opportunist in the mold of Tom Ripley. He is willing to manipulate relationships, exploit circumstances, and cross boundaries if it means advancing his position.

Paris should possess undeniable charisma—a person audiences are drawn to.

Requirements: Strong classical ballet technique, Accomplished contemporary dance capabilities, and advanced pas de deux skills. Strong acting skills required.

MERCUTIO

Early/Mid 20s | 5'7"–5'11" | Magnetic Performer

Romeo's closest friend and the sparkplug of his social circle. Mercutio is a jokester, provocateur, and spitfire—quick-witted, irreverent, fearless, and always ready to push a situation just a little further.

Mercutio should have a magnetic stage presence. The role offers an opportunity for a dancer with a strong personality and a willingness to embrace both comedy and dramatic moments.

Requirements: Strong ballet technique, particularly “men’s technique”, including double tours and saut de basques. Strong contemporary dance skills and dynamic physicality required. Strong acting and comedic instincts essential.

TO APPLY

Dancers interested in being considered for The Capulets should submit a resume, headshot, dance photo, and video/reel demonstrating both classical ballet and contemporary work.

Please include the role(s) for which you would like to be considered.

Send materials to info <at> chicagorepertoryballet <dot> com

Materials submission deadline: September 1st.

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