Death of a Salesman - Audition Request

Please use this form to show your interest in auditioning for one of the available roles for "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller, and directed by Sophia Walcher. Auditions will be held at The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th Street, Toledo. Auditioners should enter the parking lot Stage Door to check in. Casting requirements are 5 women, 8 men.

Audition dates are Nov. 9-10, 2026 (Monday/Tuesday). Callbacks will be arranged only if necessary. No memorized monologues are needed. Auditioners will be asked to read from sides provided.

Tentative rehearsal schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Rehearsals will begin with a read-thru on or about Nov. 16 (exact date TBA). The play runs: February 5-14, 2026.

Please send any questions to mswift@toledorep.org.

SHOW SUMMARY

Death of a Salesman

Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller is a powerful and tragic exploration of the American Dream and its limitations. The play follows Willy Loman, an aging traveling salesman who struggles with declining success, fading relevance, and the gap between his aspirations and reality. As Willy reflects on his life, memories and present-day events blur together, revealing his deep insecurities and strained relationships with his wife Linda and his sons, Biff and Happy.

Through Willy’s unraveling, the play examines themes of identity, self-worth, family expectations, and the cost of chasing unrealistic ideals. It presents a poignant critique of a society that equates success with material wealth and popularity, ultimately portraying the emotional toll of unmet dreams. Both intimate and universal, Death of a Salesman remains a timeless commentary on ambition, illusion, and the human need for dignity.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion-conscious casting are the lifeblood of theatre. As such, we encourage, enable, and celebrate all people auditioning to consider the character that speaks to them, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or attractionality, national origin, adult age, disability, and/or genetic information.

Your Name (this is how your name will appear in the program)

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Preferred Method of Contact

T-shirt size (to be worn for promoting the show)

Pronouns

Other

I am available at the following time (check ALL that apply to help arrange groups for reading). I acknowledge that I will be contacted for a specific audition timeslot after my request has been received.

I am interested in auditioning for the following role(s).

List other roles you are interested in here:

Will you accept any role?

Why does this play interest you?

Prior Theatrical Experience

Other skills and talents

I agree to allow my image to be used for publicity, production and promotional photos representing both the play in which I am cast and The Toledo Repertoire Theatre.

I understand that I give up all rights to compensation or remuneration for any such photos, and all photos and publicity materials become the property of The Toledo Repertoire Theatre or the photographer with whom it contracts.

If cast, I agree to participate in strike (dismantling the set and cleanup of the stage) following the final performance.

I acknowledge that I will be auditioning at The Toledo Rep in person. I will perform a wellness check at home prior to arrival and will contact the Rep to determine an alternative audition format in the event that I am displaying any symptoms of Covid-19. If required I will wear a mask that covers my nose and mouth at all times except when performing my official audition.

I acknowledge that the production will take place in person at The Toledo Repertoire Theatre on February 5-6 and 11-13 at 7:30 pm and February 7, 13 and 14 at 2:00 pm. Additional requirements of the role I am auditioning for will be discussed by the director at the time of my audition.

Rehearsals will begin on or about Nov. 16 - read-through (time TBA). Please list below dates and times of any conflicts you have with weekday evening rehearsals or weekend rehearsals (note, we do not need information on why, simply dates and times that you are unavailable).

How did you hear about this audition?

"Death of a Salesman" Audition Sign-up