CASTING ROLE FOR EDINBURGH FRINGE FEST 2026

SCRANTON, PA (March 2026) – Scranton Fringe, in collaboration with New Vintage Ensemble, is seeking a replacement actor to join an established ensemble of four other performers for our production Ulysses of Scranton at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 (Scotland, UK). 

This is a specific opportunity for an actor who is already committed to being in Edinburgh for Fringe 2026 and has their own housing secured for the run. The ideal candidate is a strong, nimble performer who is already performing in another show at Fringe and can confidently manage multiple shows in a day.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Ulysses of Scranton is a fast-moving, ensemble-driven adaptation inspired by James Joyce’s Ulysses, reimagined through a Scranton lens—part literary love letter, part behind-the-scenes theatrical engine. The show premiered at the 2025 Scranton Fringe Festival and then toured to Ballina, Ireland, for a successful run, building momentum toward its 2026 Edinburgh presentation.

Scranton Fringe is Northeastern Pennsylvania’s home for adventurous performance—producing year-round theatre, events, and community programs, and presenting the annual Scranton Fringe Festival (citywide, multi-venue) each fall. We champion new work, bold collaborations, and “radical hospitality” for artists and audiences alike. This Edinburgh run is co-produced with New Vintage Ensemble. 

Ulysses of Scranton (left to right: Simone Daniel, Colin Holmes, Mandy Pennington, and Kimmie Leff)

ROLE

We are casting one replacement actor for the ensemble track:

“Leo Bloom, and others”
This role includes a featured character track plus additional roles, requiring:

• strong character work and comedic timing
  
• quick transitions and ensemble precision
  
• comfort jumping into an established rehearsal process

• Light singing/dancing
  

DATES + LOGISTICS

Scranton, PA (housing + travel provided by the production)

• Rehearsal period: July 12–23, 2026
  
• Preview performances (Scranton): July 24 & 25, 2026
  

Edinburgh Fringe (actor must provide own housing)

• Venue: Bedlam Theatre
  
• Run: August 7–29, 2026 (tech TBD – likely August 6)
  
• Performance time: 11:00 AM (all performances)
  
• No performances: August 17, 24, and 25
  

Stipend: $800–$1,000 total 

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, you must:

• Be fully available for the Scranton dates listed above (including previews)
  
• Be available for the full Edinburgh run (with listed dark dates)
  
• Have your own Edinburgh housing secured and have proof of a valid passport
  
• Be able to manage a Fringe schedule responsibly (this is an 11:00 AM show)

Because many candidates will be in another Fringe production, we also need:

• The name of your Edinburgh show, and where/when it performs (venue + performance time, and if possible, run dates), so we can avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure you can realistically do both.
  

HOW TO SUBMIT

Email submissions to: [email protected]
Subject line: Ulysses of Scranton – Leo Bloom Replacement

Please include:

• Headshot + resume (PDF preferred)
  
• Reel/footage links of recent work (if available)
  
• A short note confirming:
  
  • availability for July 12–26 in Scranton
    
  • availability for Aug 6–29 in Edinburgh
    
  • Edinburgh housing is secured
    
• Your Edinburgh show details (required): title, venue, performance time, and run dates (or link to listing)

PLEASE NOTE: Actors of all ages, backgrounds, gender identities, etc. are encouraged to apply! We will consider applications on a rolling basis, with May 1, 2026, as our ideal deadline!

QUESTIONS

Email [email protected] with any questions about the role, schedule, or production details.