Lunchbox Theatre

Lunchbox Theatre is happy to invite audition submissions for our production of A Christmas Carol Radio Play Live.

Adapted and directed by Bronwyn Steinberg

ABOUT THE PLAY

It’s the Golden Age of Radio, and a local radio station celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the publication of Dickens’ beloved classic A Christmas Carol with a live broadcast. In this brand-new adaptation by Lunchbox Artistic Director Bronwyn Steinberg, three multi-talented actors take on the story’s iconic characters while also creating the foley sound effects live on stage.

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Christmas Eve journey takes him through his past, present and future towards reinventing himself as a better person. Since 1843, this story has brought light, hope and holiday cheer to readers and audiences worldwide. Setting the play’s radio broadcast of this classic tale in 1943 underscores the need for generosity of spirit and light in dark times.

AVAILABLE ROLES 

HOST (she/her, any age 30s to 70s) - the host of the radio show. In A Christmas Carol, plays Narrator, Ghost of Christmas Past, Belle, Tiny Tim and others.

ACTOR 1 (any gender & any age 30s to 70s) - an actor & foley performer for the radio station. In A Christmas Carol, plays Ebenezer Scrooge and others.

ACTOR 2 (any gender & age) - an actor & foley performer for the radio station. In A Christmas Carol, plays Bob Cratchit, Fred, Jacob Marley, Ghost of Christmas Present and others.

As all cast members play multiple roles for the radio broadcast, facility with voice acting is essential. All 3 cast members will also create live foley sound effects on stage and possibly sing and/or play musical instrument(s). Musical experience and ability to sing in 3-part harmony is an asset. 

The pronouns and ages listed are descriptions of the characters. Actors are welcome to express interest for any roles, regardless of gender or age.

PRODUCTION DATES

Rehearsals begin November 10, 2026

Opens December 3, 2026

Closes December 24, 2026

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

We are currently only considering submissions from Calgary-based actors.

Please submit using this form: https://forms.gle/x3ucLrr6fHL3nu3L7 

Agents: please do not send bulk submissions. If submitting for your clients, submit them individually, using the google form.

Selected actors will be sent an audition invitation and asked to prepare material from the script. Please also be prepared to chat a bit with the team in attendance and know that you may or may not be redirected on your audition material.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 22, 2026

AUDITION DATES: May 31 and June 1, 2026
If you have questions regarding auditions, please send us an email to ad@... [ad AT lunchboxtheatre DOT com].

Access and inclusion are important to us. If you have barriers to access to any part of our process, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will work with you to find the best way for us to get to know you and your work.

Representation matters—to our artists as well as our audiences and the larger community. We are inclusive in the stories that we tell and the people we represent on our stage, so that we can continually engage with new artists, audiences and communities, who are eager to see themselves reflected onstage. Lunchbox Theatre is committed to providing an environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, can contribute fully, and have equal opportunities.

Equity members will be seen first at all open audition calls. Please bring your membership number to the audition.

Lunchbox Theatre is happy to invite audition submissions for our production of Marv ‘n’ Ev by Jason Long

Directed by Jamie Konchak

ABOUT THE PLAY

70 year old best friends and lifelong fishing pals wrestle with mortality, stubborn fish, and a mysterious Norwegian sage who holds the key to unlocking their true desire/fear.

Developed as part of the 2025 Stage One Festival of New Canadian Work.

AVAILABLE ROLES 

MARV, 70s (he/him)

EV, 70s (she/her)

EINAR, Norwegian (any gender)

The pronouns and ages listed are descriptions of the characters. Actors are welcome to express interest for any roles, regardless of gender or age.

PRODUCTION DATES

Rehearsals begin April 6, 2027

Opens April 29, 2027

Closes May 15, 2027

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

We are currently only considering submissions from Calgary-based actors.

Please submit using this form: https://forms.gle/H3WjRUQw5xg4dS4YA 

Agents: please do not send bulk submissions. If submitting for your clients, submit them individually, using the google form.

Selected actors will be sent an audition invitation and asked to prepare material from the script. Please also be prepared to chat a bit with the team in attendance and know that you may or may not be redirected on your audition material.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 15, 2026

AUDITION DATES: May 26, 2026

If you have questions regarding auditions, please send us an email to ad@... [ad AT lunchboxtheatre DOT com].

Access and inclusion are important to us. If you have barriers to access to any part of our process, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will work with you to find the best way for us to get to know you and your work.

Representation matters—to our artists as well as our audiences and the larger community. We are inclusive in the stories that we tell and the people we represent on our stage, so that we can continually engage with new artists, audiences and communities, who are eager to see themselves reflected onstage. Lunchbox Theatre is committed to providing an environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, can contribute fully, and have equal opportunities.

Equity members will be seen first at all open audition calls. Please bring your membership number to the audition.

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Job Type: Canada Summer Jobs – Temporary (8 weeks)

Start Date: July 6, 2026

Hours: 35 hours per week

Wage: $15.00 per hour

Language Requirement: English

Position Overview

Lunchbox Theatre is seeking a Data Entry Supervisor to support an archival and community engagement project celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary.

This Canada Summer Jobs position provides an opportunity for youth to gain meaningful employment experience while contributing to a creative, community-driven initiative.

The project will result in a unique publication: part archival collection, part storytelling project, and part lunchbox-themed cookbook. The successful candidate will assist in collecting, organizing, and digitizing stories, photographs, and recipes that reflect the rich history and impact of Lunchbox Theatre.

Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Project Goals

• Preserve and celebrate 50 years of Lunchbox Theatre history

• Engage artists, audiences, and community members in sharing their experiences

• Curate archival photos, playbills, and memorabilia

• Collect recipes connected to stories, performances, and community memories

• Contribute to a creative, community-based publication

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and organize submitted stories, recipes, and archival materials

• Scan and digitize physical photos, programs, and memorabilia

• Maintain documentation and permissions for all collected materials

• Archive story submissions received via email and online platforms

• Review past plays and select excerpts appropriate for publication

• Analyze and categorize collected content

• Develop and maintain a structured filing system organized by theatre season

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of all archived dataSkills Development

This placement supports the development of:

• Collaboration and teamwork

• Professional communication skills

• Creativity and innovation

• Digital and technical skills (scanning, archiving, data organization)

• Problem-solving and critical thinking

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

• Interested in theatre, storytelling, or archival work

• Comfortable working with digital tools and data systems

• Able to manage multiple tasks and maintain accuracy

• Interested in engaging with community-driven content

To apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter explaining your interest in this position by email in a single PDF under 4MB to community@lunchboxtheatre.com by May 15, 2026 at 4pm MST.

Thank you for your interest in our work at Lunchbox Theatre! Each season at Lunchbox, we produce a season of four or five one-act plays. Please first take a look at our vision, mission and values here https://www.lunchboxtheatre.com/our-story (note the emphasis on meaningful and uplifting entertainment), and familiarize yourself with our latest programming before submitting any scripts for our consideration.

Eligibility

• One-act plays must be 45-60 minutes in length.

• Small cast (4 or fewer performers, including musicians for musicals).

• We prioritize stories by playwrights living in Canada, but we occasionally produce non-Canadians if the material feels relevant to Calgarian audiences.

• Note that certain complex technical requirements and excessive use of foul language or nudity may limit a project’s viability at Lunchbox.

Many of our productions are developed through our Stage One Festival of New Canadian Work. If you have a script in development that you would like to propose for Stage One, please look out for our call for submissions in the fall.

Submission Guidelines

If after familiarizing yourself with our work, you feel your script is a perfect fit and ready for production at Lunchbox now, then please email Artistic Director Bronwyn Steinberg at ad@lunchboxtheatre.com with the subject as "SCRIPT SUBMISSION - play title", and include the following in your message:

• A short synopsis

• Cast breakdown

• Development or production history

• Why you think this piece is a great fit for Lunchbox

• Please note if you live in Calgary or have a connection that enables you to work here as a local

After we receive your submission, we will send you an email letting you know that we got it. If your proposal sounds like what we're looking for, then you'll be invited to send along the script and your CV. 

Please understand that we are a tiny staff with very limited reading time, so...

• We do not know how soon we will be able to read your script after submission.

• Playwrights will only be contacted again if we are interested in moving forward with your script.

• We do not provide dramaturgical feedback unless the script is accepted for further development or production. 

• We thank you for your understanding and patience!

Lunchbox Theatre is committed to being a caregiver conscious working environment. We are proud to be a Balancing Act Partner.

We are eager to engage in open conversations surrounding caregiver needs; we strive to create a flexible working environment whenever possible, to acknowledge the costs and other considerations required by caregivers working in theatre, and to always remember the vital importance of asking artists what we at Lunchbox can do to support them in doing their best work.