Written by Herbie Barnes
Produced by Inside Out Theatre
Directed by Josh Languedoc
BENTBOY
CASTING INDIGENOUS ACTORS
Submission deadline:
October 13, 2026
About Bentboy
Bentboy is a TYA show To be presented at Erratics Indie Arts Club and touring to surrounding schools.
Beyond the treeline and deep in the bush, before settlers have arrived. Our story takes place at a time of uncertainty, and it is up to two young boys to save their people:
Bentboy is a disabled boy who is misunderstood by those around him.
Hummingbird is physically fit and well liked by everyone. These mismatched heroes must go on an adventure where they will be tested by all the elements, their wits and each other.
Production Schedule
Rehearsals
March 22 - April 2, 2027
Run Dates
April 4 - April 18, 2027
School Dates
April 19 - April 23, 2027
Schedule
5 weeks total, 25 hours/week
Rate: $900/week
ROLES
Inside Out Theatre is looking for Indigenous actors for the following roles:
Age 20-30
A young boy who is popular and an example of what we think of as the "perfect" child.
Hummingbird
Eagleseye/Tree
Age 40-60
An elder who leads with their wits. Slow-moving, but by choice. The oldest soul in the forest, with wisdom that transcends time.
Deerchild/Greyfowl/Anonamouse
Age 18-30
Children villagers who are friends of hummingbird and look up to him.
Contract Details: Open to Non-Union Performers and CAEA Members. Equity members will be contracted under the D.O.T. Policy.
How to apply
How To Submit:
Please fill out the google form here
https://forms.gle/aLnvjchGDUpBDEEP6
Submit via this form with a Headshot, Resume, and audition availability:
Audition Requirements
One side from the play.
A portion of the audition will be interpretive movement to music to see how you move. We ask that this not be prepared.
Accessibility
Auditions will be held in person at Erratics indie arts club
For accessibility and actors not local to Calgary self-tapes will be accepted.
Important Dates:
October 13: Submission Deadline
October 20: Self-tape Submission
October 21: Audition Date
Audition Location:
The Erratics Indie Arts Club
625 11 Ave SW #150, Calgary, AB T2R 0E1
Present at the auditions will be,
Josh Languedoc
Camille Craig
Dylan Thomas-Bouchier
Question?
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Producer Camille Craig: camille@insideouttheatre.com