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Urgent Casting:

We are urgently seeking a talented, mature male actor of European heritage with a valid passort for the lead role of:

Jacob “Jake” McCray
Playing Age: 20s to 30s

This is an exciting international performance opportunity with travel to Lagos, Nigeria, as part of the International Theatre Festival.

Production: Under the Mango Tree
Writer/Producer: Lennette Randall
Location: Toronto/ Stratford Region,
International Travel Required: Lagos, Nigeria

Project Details :https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hQWjz-0MoSPj_V3PVGrpptOpwOtIFu2t/edit?usp=drivesdk&ouid=118434045313402173954&rtpof=true&sd=true

Requirements:

Mature male actor
European heritage
Valid passport required
Available for rehearsals and international travel
Travel & Accommodation covered including

Airfare
Accommodation
Meals/per diem
Visa costs
Schedule:

Rehearsals (paid):
October 27 to November 6, 2026
(Flexible and adjustable based on availability)

Location:
Toronto / Stratford region

Travel Dates:
November 8 to November 16, 2026

How to Apply

Please submit:

Current résumé
Professional headshot

Dates

Rehearsals (paid):
October 27 to November 6, 2026
(Flexible and adjustable based on availability)

Location:
Toronto / Stratford region

Travel Dates:
November 8 to November 16, 2026

Roles

Roles Details

Title

Jacob "Jake: McCray

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Jacob “Jake” McCray
Playing Age: 20s to 30s
Jacob is a gifted digital technology student specializing in animation engineering and design and the son of legendary animation executive Duke McCray. Brilliant, driven, and ambitious, he lives under enormous pressure from his father's expectations and his future role in the family business.
Initially analytical, impatient, and socially awkward, Jacob uses a secluded tree to escape technology, corporate responsibility, and personal anxiety. Through his friendship with Twyla-Angel, he discovers storytelling, creativity, and emotional vulnerability. His journey explores artistic ownership, cultural respect, mental health, identity, integrity, and the search for validation.
The actor must convincingly portray:
High-level technical confidence.
Recurring anxiety and panic attacks.
Comedy and playful banter.
Growing romantic chemistry with Twyla.
Moral blind spots regarding cultural awareness, intellectual property and creative ownership.
Genuine remorse and personal transformation by the end of the play.

Salary

International Travel Covered including return flights, accommodation, visas, meals/per diems etc. Rehearsal compensation: A guaranteed minimum of $1,250 will be provided for rehearsals, with a possible increase pending final funding and fundraising outcomes. $50 towards your travel insurance is included. This is a unique arrangement, so if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to message or call me. We look forward to hearing from you and appreciate your interest in this exciting opportunity. I know time is of the essence; however, it will add creative energy as we shape this version of the show.

Ethnicities

White

Gender

Male Only

Age

20 - 28