Casting for Local School Tour

Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean follows a young whale calf as he journeys through the ocean to reunite with Mommy Whale, who has become tangled up in a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. With the help of his ocean community, along with his new human friends, Baby Whale helps make the ocean safer for all sea creatures. Featuring colorful puppets and interactive storytelling, Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean is a 45-minute play full of fun and imagination. 

SEEKING:

3-4 Non-Equity adult performers to play multiple roles, including:

Jett Jellyfish aka “JJ” - A very small, very cute, very cautious jellyfish. A good friend.

Octavian - An octopus. A fashion icon. A connoisseur of upcycling. The older kid. 

Dolly - A bright and curious bottlenose dolphin. Lots of energy, easily distracted. 

The Anglerfish - A master of hypnosis. She wants to eat you!

Mommy Whale - A humpback whale. Serene, kind, and supportive. A great mom.

(Please note the role of Baby Whale has already been cast.)

• Performers of all races and genders are encouraged to audition. 
• Experience with puppetry is helpful, but not required. 
• All performers cast in this production must provide PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Criminal History Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Clearances by November 1. We will provide more information if cast. 

SCHEDULE:

Rehearsals (in Center City):

Sat, Dec 13, 12-4:30

Wed, Dec 17, 5:30-9:30

Fri, Dec 19, 5:30-9:30

Sat, Jan 3, 12-4:30

Sat, Jan 10, 12-4:30

Sat, Jan 17, 12-4:30

Daytime preview between 1/20 and 1/23 (3 hours)

Sat, Jan 24, 12-4:00

Performances:

• We are in the process of booking approximately 8-10 performances to occur between January 27 and May 5, 2026 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays only.
• All performances will take place during the school day. Each call will last 3-5 hours. 
• Performers will travel up to 25 miles outside of city limits for some tour dates. In these cases, a travel stipend will be included in the performance fee. Please let us know at the audition if you will need to join a carpool.
• Tour dates will be established at least 1 month prior to the performance, and are most likely to be finalized by January. 

AUDITION:

Our audition will take place on Saturday, September 27 in Center City Philadelphia. Auditioners will attend a 45-minute slot with a group of 2 or more other auditioners. We will read cuts and play! More information provided at time of sign-up. Audition slots will be scheduled as follows:

• 6:30-7:15
• 7:15-8:00
• 8:00-8:45
• 8:45-9:30

Philadelphia Children’s Theater creates theatrical adventures for young people and their grown-ups. Through education and artistry, we uplift children and their communities.

For more information about us, please visit pachildrenstheater.org and follow us on Instagram: @pachildrenstheater and Facebook: Philadelphia Children’s Theater. 

To Submit

Adult performers interested in auditioning, please send the following information to [email protected]:

• Headshot
• Resume
• Please indicate if you have any puppetry experience if it is not evident on your resume.
• Which slots you are available for on September 27.

We will respond within 3 business days. Deadline to submit is September 19.

Have questions? Not sure? We are happy to help. Please reach out!