Equity actors for roles in PRETTY WOMAN (See breakdown).
VIVIAN WARD · Understudy
Playing age: 20s – 30s
Character is female, 20s – 30s, any ethnicity. A quirky girl who reluctantly works on Hollywood Boulevard as a prostitute but harbors Cinderella dreams of a better life. A star-crossed meeting with a lost billionaire propels her into a fish-out-of-water adventure among the rich and powerful of Beverly Hills. Along the way she learns that confidence and staying true to oneself are even more important than material wealth.
Strong comedic chops
Movement ability
Excellent pop/rock singer
Strong belt and mix
EDWARD LEWIS · Understudy
Playing age: late 30s – 40s
Voice: Tenor
Character is male, late 30s – 40s, any ethnicity. A smart, successful, well-educated business mogul who takes over troubled companies and liquidates their assets. His tough, workaholic exterior conceals a sensitive artistic side, including a love of music and the arts. After meeting Vivian he realizes he will have to change if he wants to hold onto the things that matter most to him.
Excellent pop/rock singer
Has to confidently be able to sing an A.
HAPPY MAN/BARNARD THOMPSON · Understudy
Playing age: 30s – 50s
Voice: Tenor
Character is male, 30s – 50s, any ethnicity. The magical Hollywood Boulevard fairy godfather to Vivian’s street Cinderella. Later he transforms into Mr. Thompson, the efficient, tactful manager of the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. He teaches Vivian to believe in herself.
Excellent pop/rock singer
Strong movement ability
KIT DE LUCA · Understudy
Playing age: 20s – 40s
Voice: Powerhouse high belter
Character is female, 20s – 40s, any ethnicity. A professional prostitute and party girl who took Vivian under her wing to teach her how to survive on the streets. Tough but funny, she comes to realize she has a lot to learn from Vivian about not giving up and settling for less.
Excellent pop/rock singer
PHILLIP STUCKEY · Understudy
Playing age: 30 to 45 years old
Voice: Tenor
Character is male, 30 to 45 years old, any ethnicity. A shameless yes-man who is ambitious and insincere. While he promotes himself as Edward's closest friend and confidant, he is an opportunistic, manipulative, and cutthroat attorney.
Strong Singer
Playing age, Equity, understudy… what do these mean?
Playing age is how old a character appears, which may differ from your own age. Equity is the actors’ union; check each theatre’s eligibility rules. An understudy learns a role to perform when the main actor is unavailable.
The commitment
What does it pay?
$830 weekly minimum
Contract: Dinner Theatre
Dates & location
Auditions
Oct 22, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C); Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Access and accommodations: Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
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Get ready
What to prepare
Help with headshots, résumés, and self-tapes
A headshot is a clear photo of you. An acting résumé lists your performance experience and training. A self-tape is a recorded audition video. Sides are the short script excerpts the theatre asks you to perform. Follow this theatre’s specific instructions.
Your next step
How to apply
Please prepare a brief song in the style of the show (contemporary musical theater/pop). Bring your headshot and resume stapled together. EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
The notice seeks Equity actors for roles in PRETTY WOMAN (See breakdown), but the page also labels it NON-UNION.
Full posting and updates
Fireside Theatre seeks Equity actors for PRETTY WOMAN at a Chicago EPA. All roles will be understudied. Prepare a brief song in the contemporary musical theater/pop style, bring a headshot and resume stapled together, and bring an Equity Membership card. Casting Director: Lara Hayhurst.