Freelance actor / musical performer (m/f/d) for a mobile touring theater

We are a mobile touring theater based in Witten (NRW), which has been developing musical theater plays for children and families since 2011 and performing in cultural and educational institutions nationwide. For our production "Wie Engel fliegen lernen 2.0" we are looking for two freelance actors and a freelance event technician for the 2026 Christmas season.
 
Fixed performance days in 2026: 
30.11. Double performance (Seevetal)
3.12. Single performance (Düsseldorf)
4.12. Double performance (Cologne)
8.12. Double performance (Flörsheim)
14.12. Double performance (Wuppertal)
More performance days to follow. Total order volume: 10-20 performance days with single or double performances in the period 23.11. to 23.12.26. (in consultation with you and your calendar). Single event days with 1-2 performances are the rule, but tours over several days are also possible.
 
Timetable:
by 30.04.26 Application phase
by 05.05.26 Preselection will be made: Short telephone interview to get to know each other 
by 05.05.26 You will either receive a casting invitation (date to be determined in consultation with your calendar) or a friendly rejection
13/25/27.05. Possible casting dates - The casting will take place in Essen.
By 31.05.26 you will receive an acceptance or rejection
19.-30.10.26 expected rehearsal period 
23.11.-23.12. 10-20 performance days in coordination with your calendar
The revival of the play for the Christmas season 2027 and 2028 is already fixed. 

We OFFER

• A great team with a very good working atmosphere

• Flexible assignments in consultation with your calendar

• Rehearsal fee

• 200 euros fee for a single performance / 320 euros Fee for a double performance

• 20 Euro meal allowance for performances with overnight stay

• Single room with breakfast (for performances with overnight stay)

• Long-term cooperation in follow-up assignments, if there is mutual interest, work in revivals and other productions is possible and expressly desired.

MISCELLANEOUS
Want to find out more about us? You can find more information about the work of the Achja! theater at www.achja-theater.de.

If you like what you see, please send us your application documents: Your resume and showreel or videos of theater and singing.). We are particularly interested in your experience in children's theater / touring theater and an insight into your acting and singing skills.

IMPORTANT! We will only consider applications from the Ruhr area or a maximum 60-minute drive radius around 58452 Witten.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Acting roles to be cast in "Wie Engel fliegen lernen 2.0":
1st role (m/f/d) - Engel
2nd role (m/f/d) - Frau Poppelsdorf / Rübe / Rockstar 
(subject to change). 3 roles (m/f/d) - Frau Poppelsdorf / Rübe / Rockstar 
(Subject to change without notice)

REQUIREMENTS
You should bring:

• A completed acting or musical training or as a career changer:in several years of professional experience in acting & singing

• experience in children's and/ or touring theater

• reliability

• optimally a car driver's license (not obligatory)

• a permanent residence in the Ruhr area. (Departure point is Witten, NRW)

• After successful casting and acceptance: An extended certificate of good conduct and proof of existing measles protection (prerequisite)

• Last but not least: We are looking for people who can get stuck in, because setting up and dismantling the scenery is part of touring theater. And we are looking for friendly people who have their heart in the right place. We always treat each other with respect and appreciation, and we would be delighted if you share this attitude.