The Horrifying Tale Of The Brothers Grimm

Theatre Metro Vancouver Non-Union Job Apply by 1st September 2026, 17:00
Content
Casting actors for central lead roles. "The Horrifying Tale of The Brothers Grimm" is an original historical mystery play blending history, suspense, dark humour, romance, and lively musical moments presented as an immersive dinner theatre experience in Gastown. From Vancouver Dinner Theatre, the production seeks strong performers with stage presence, emotional range, and a love of scripted storytelling

Additional: $100 CAD paid in cash on arrival for each performance. $600 total for 6 performances. Note: you will be paid twice on Oct. 31 for two showings.
Dates
Rehearses Sept. 23, Sept. 30, and Oct. 7 (5-10 p.m.) at Carousel Theatre for Young People; shoots Oct. 14, 21, 28, and 30 (5-8:45 p.m.), and Oct. 31 (3:30-10:00 p.m., two showings) in Gastown, Vancouver, BC.

Roles

Mr. McGuiness
Male Only 25 - 40
Henrietta
Female Only 18 - 40
Dorothea
Female Only 18 - 40
Jacob Grimm
Male Only 18 - 50
Wilhelm Grimm
Male Only 18 - 50

Roles Details

Title
Jacob Grimm
Content
A paranoid man who has delusions that the king is watching his every move and that it’s only a matter of time before he is abducted and exiled. He is a quiet, shy man who lives in a constant bundle of nerves as a result of his fears. He sees evidence of an elaborate plot against him wherever he looks, and he is constantly walking on eggshells to avoid being noticed. He fears his brother's involvement in politics has made him a target, but he does believe in his brother's cause. Central character with substantial dialogue and stage time.
Salary
Rate: CA$600 flat rate Total Pay: CA$600 (est. 6 days of work)
Gender
Male Only
Age
18 - 50

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