SEEKING: Equity actors for roles in North Carolina Stage Company production of THE SHARK IS BROKEN by Ian Shaw & Joseph Nixon (see breakdown).
These are Actors’ Equity Association required show auditions and Equity members are given priority. North Carolina Stage Company operates on a SPT-4 Contract (pending approval). Non-union actors are welcome to audition.
Performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and body types, as well as performers with disabilities, are encouraged to submit audition materials.
Dates for rehearsals and productions are listed in Character Breakdowns below.
IN-PERSON AUDITIONS – PREPARATION & APPOINTMENTS:
Please bring your headshot and resume and prepare sides from the script. Sides will be provided when appointment is confirmed.
For appointments, please email [email protected] or call 828-239-0263 between 12noon – 5pm, Wednesday – Friday. Email preferred.
In-Person Audition Day/Times:
Friday, August 8, 2025
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)
BREAK: 12:00PM – 1:00PM
In-Person Audition Location:
North Carolina Stage Company
15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC 28801
VIDEO AUDITIONS – PREPARATION & SUBMISSIONS:
If you are unable to attend the in-person auditions video submissions will be accepted. For video submissions submit headshot, resume, and private or password protected links of audition videos via the online audition form linked below. Please state your name and the role being auditioned for at the beginning of the submission. Please email [email protected] for specific sides. Video submission deadline is 8/7/25, 7PM
Click here to submit a video audition.
IN-PERSON REHEARSALS & PERFORMANCE LOCATION: North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC 28801
For questions, please email [email protected] or call 828-239-0263.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
THE SHARK IS BROKEN
by IAN SHAW & JOSEPH NIXON
Director: Charlie Flynn-McIver
Production Dates: 6 Week Contract – Rehearses 9/2/25, Previews 9/24/25, Opens 9/27/25, Closes
10/12/25
ROBERT SHAW
he/him, 40s–50s
British. Charismatic, articulate, commanding, with a biting wit and a simmering edge. A seasoned
actor and writer, Shaw is both brilliant and self-destructive—struggling with alcoholism, insecurity, and
his complex identity as an artist. A convincing impression of Robert Shaw’s voice and physicality,
particularly his Quint character from Jaws. Speaks with a British dialect.
RICHARD DREYFUSS
he/him, 20s–30s
American. Neurotic, passionate, and energetic. The youngest of the trio and eager to prove himself,
Dreyfuss is a rising star full of insecurities masked by bravado. He’s quick-witted, impulsive, and prone
to outbursts, but also deeply sensitive. Captures the essence of a young Richard Dreyfuss, including
vocal cadence and mannerisms.
ROY SCHEIDER
he/him, 30s–40s
American. Cool, reserved, and grounded. The most emotionally stable of the trio. Scheider is the
peacekeeper—laid-back and pragmatic, with a dry wit and a quiet confidence. He’s a man of few
words but deep presence. Subtly reflects the pressures of fame and inner conflict. Evokes Scheider’s
natural charm and stoicism.
