The Henry Ford - 2023 Audition Notice

• Shows run June 19 through September 4, 2023 (Shows at Central Market begin June 10 )
• Rehearsals estimated to begin mid-May
• Average performance day is 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Performers must be at least 18 years old by April 30, 2023.
• Actors and singers are hired as employees of The Henry Ford and will be paid $100 per day for performances, $15 per hour for rehearsals and fittings.
• Performances are outdoors in Greenfield Village, rain or shine.
• All auditions must be submitted online in conjunction with application by Monday, May 19, 2023.
• Callbacks to be held in person by invitation only

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ROLES for the 2023 Season include:
(Specific ages given are ages the actor can realistically play; age ranges given are open and flexible within that range.)

• Benjamin Hockley (Black, male-presenting, late 60s)– Jack-Of-All-Trades at Detroit Central Market
• Elijah McCoy (Black, male-presenting, any age) – Inventor whose innovations helped revolutionize the railroad industry. Age in show ranges throughout from ~10-80 years old.
• Mary McCoy (Black, female-presenting, late 60;s) - Philanthropist and club-woman whose charitable actions helped her improve her community and advocate for the underprivileged.
• Calvin Wood (male-presenting, 40s-50s) Caterer/proprietor of Eagle Tavern (strong improvisational skills recommended)

Audition Requirements

• Résumé and headshot
• Monologue ~ maximum two minutes in length