Website Campfire Repertory Theatre
The Gradient
by Steph Del Rosso
Directed by Gina Cioffi
Produced by Campfire Repertory Theatre
In this sharp satire set in the not-so-distant future, a new facility promises to take men accused of sexual misconduct and rehabilitate them into responsible citizens. Steph Del Rosso’s bold new play asks: Can we mass-produce forgiveness? – Concord Theatricals
Join us for our Night Out in the Parks 2026 production! We will be taking this show to four locations in partnership with the Chicago Park District in an effort to make impactful theatre accessible. Tickets will be sold on a pay-what-you-can basis, and the show will perform at four different park locations (as listed below).
Multi-hyphenate artists encouraged to submit.
Material to Prepare:
Please submit the following to this Google Form: https://forms.gle/ExT9EWMRZ1Nfg6oY6
1. Headshot and resume
2. Full-body slate with name, height, and role(s) you are interested in being considered for
3. A contemporary 1-2 minute monologue showcasing what you do best! This show is quick, unapologetic, and real. Sink in.
Time Commitment:
Rehearsal: October 13-31, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings, Saturday mornings/afternoons (varies based on location)
Tech: November 3-7, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings, Saturday afternoon
Opening: November 11 @ 5pm
Run: November 11-21, Wednesday-Friday evenings, Saturday matinees (8 total performances)
*Please note that rehearsals and performances will take place at all four Night Out in the Park Locations listed below:
- Lincoln Park Cultural Center: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yoP6SysxrSuaoKNx8
- Austin Town Hall: https://maps.app.goo.gl/v32TfrLBmfvc8xE29
- Mandrake Fieldhouse: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DftMgJ5PAmEB3UMz9
- Hamilton Park Cultural Center: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VR8mruvyzhX9guoi6
Character Type/Restrictions:
*A note on intimacy: The characters Tess and Louis participate in a non-consensual kiss.
*A note on gender/race: The characters in this piece are complex and do not fit neatly into boxes. Actors across the spectrum of race, gender, gender identity, sexuality, sexual orientation, creed/religion, age, and disability encouraged to submit.
TESS (femme, any age, any race) – New to the job.
NATALIA (femme, any age, any race) – Old hat at the job.
JACKSON (masc, any age, any race) – A client.
LOUIS (masc, any age, any race) – A potential ally.
CLIENTS 1-8 (masc, any age, any race) – A montage of men. Must be skilled in physicality and vocal distinction.
A VERY SOOTHING VOICE – Voiced by the actor playing Natalia.
*A note from the playwright: The men in this play are real. Do not turn them into caricatures.
To apply for this job email your details to campfirerepertorytheatre@gmail.com