Obsidian Theatre will be holding auditions for the 25/26 Young, Gifted, and Black Showcase.

We are seeking submissions from Toronto-based performers for the following two (2) roles:

ADAMA (19 – Mid 20s)
A young Sudanese-Canadian woman of Nubian descent living in Toronto facing an unexpected pregnancy.

GRANDMA RANIA (40s-70s)
A Nubian-Sudanese grandmother living in conflict-torn Khartoum.

Performers submitting for ADAMA are asked to prepare the sides at this link. Performers submitting for GRANDMA RANIA are asked to prepare the sides at this link. 

AUDITION DATES:
Auditions will be held in-person in Toronto April 9-10, 2026

PRODUCTION DATES:
Rehearsals, including tech: May 4 – 28, 2026
Presentations: May 29 – 30, 2026

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
March 30, 2026

NO EMAIL SUBMISSIONS PLEASE.

We thank everyone for their interest, however, only those selected for an audition will be contacted. Due to the volume of submissions, we are not able to respond to inquiries about the status of your application.

If you have any questions or require accessibility accommodations with your submission, please contact danjelani ellis at op@obsidiantheatre.com