Character Interpreter - Summer Street Theatre Program
Heritage Park Historical Village
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Heritage Park is looking for Character Interpreters to play a wide range of roles for the 2023
spring/summer street theatre program. Become a member of the acting troupe presenting
historically based vignettes through a variety of theatrical forms portraying pre-1914 Western
Canada. Dressed in authentic turn-of-the-century costumes, the Character Interpreters will
perform a variety of different scripts that focus on stories of communication in the heart of the
historical village. In particular, street scenes will focus on the Chinese Immigrant experience and
communicative inventions; such as the Telegraph and Photophone. There will be a Musical
presented in the Opera House about a Magician. The living history environment facilitates the
opportunity for improvised interactions which completes the Park’s immersive guest
experience.
Job Requirements:
• Post-secondary drama training and some previous acting experience (equivalences will
be considered)
• Proven performance skills in acting, excellent verbal communication and public and the
ability to imaginatively develop and physically project a character
• Familiarity with historical interpretation is considered an asset
Audition Details:
• Auditions will be held on February 27th and 28th 2023. Selected candidates will have to
perform a prepared monologue, a short song and complete a cold read
• Full details will be sent to candidates selected to audition
Spring/Summer Schedule:
• Rehearsals are mandatory for all Character Interpreters from April 12, 2023 to May 19,
2023
• Performances run from May 20, 2023 to September 4, 2023 (9:30am to 5:00pm)
• The work week is 35 hours with two consecutive days off. Park time positions are
available.
• There is an option for performers to continue performing weekends from September 4
to October 9, 2023
Candidates meeting the above criteria who wish to apply for this exciting opportunity should
email their cover letter, resume, and headshot in confidence, to: hr@heritagepark.ca Deadline to
apply is February 24th, 2023.
Heritage Park is committed to diverse, inclusive casting. There will be a focus on casting a few
roles of Asian decent . We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those considered
for an audition will be contacted directly. No phone calls, please.
For more information about the Park, visit www.HeritagePark.ca
