FAUST : CALL FOR EXTRAS
As part of the staging of Romeo Castellucci’s Faust – Fait, non dit, fait non dit at the Théâtre de l’Odéon from October 30 to November 27, the production is seeking a group of men and women for ensemble roles.
End of application: October 9, 2026
PLANNING
Before applying, please make sure you are available on the following dates:
From October 27 to November 27, 2026, at Théâtre de l’Odéon, Paris 6e
- October 27, 28, 29: rehearsals
- From October 30 to November 27: 25 performances (availabilites from Tuesday through Saturday from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Sunday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm)
PROFILES
Male Candidates: Selection Criteria
- Height between 174 and 182 cm
- Wears size M clothing
- Age between 25 and 45
- Short hair
Female Candidates: Selection Criteria
- Height between 168 and 176 cm
- Wears size M clothing
- Aged 25 to 45
- Medium-length to long hair
Common Criteria
- No tattoos
- A good understanding of at least one of the following languages is required: Italian, English, or French
- No prior theater experience is required; good physical condition is sufficient
FINANCIAL TERMS
Monthly compensation provided by the Odéon Théâtre de l’Europe as a supporting artist. Any expenses for lodging, transportation, and meals are the responsibility of the artist.
CANDIDATES
Please submit your application using the form above by October 9, 2026, including the following:
- Informations: first name, last name, date of birth, address, phone number, and email address
- A brief cover letter
- A full-body photograph
- A portrait photograph (close-up)
- A short video in which you perform the following actions:
1. Present yourself from the front, back, and both sides in full-body shots
2. Recite a text, a few sentences, or words of your choice for 20 seconds
3. Walk simply, forward and backward, across the room
4. Dance silently while imagining you are listening to your favorite music
5. Set a table
6. Move objects and small pieces of furniture from one side of the room to the other for about 90 seconds
7. Perform a sequence of five poses (of your choice), inspired by Niccolò dell’Arca’s sculpture Compianto sul Cristo morto (see photo below)
More information: auditions.castellucci@theatre-odeon.fr
More information about the show: Faust – Fait, non dit