The Unknown Variable

Momentary Theatre is seeking an actor of color (Middle Eastern identity preferred) for the role of Bābā; an Iranian father who ages from his 40s to 60s over the course of the play. A mathematician and professor, he is a source of warmth and joy; a nature lover, fun, down-to-Earth, and eternally optimistic.

In Nahal Navidar’s The Unknown Variable; a determined young girl contacts the President, Santa Claus, and God to determine the unknown variable – when her bābā will be granted a visa from the United States so they can be reunited. The play is written from lived experience and the production will highlight historical context to build community and conversation around the state of immigration today.

Some Farsi is spoken. Pronunciation support will be provided by the production team for performers who are not native or learned speakers of the language.

Time commitment (subject to artist availability):

• Rehearsals begin November 30
• Tech week starts December 29th
• Performances run from January 8 though February 1 (19 total)

While rehearsals run through the holiday season and actors will be expected to remain in Chicago, key holiday dates will be dark.

We’re accepting video submissions to fill the role as soon as possible. To request audition materials, please email your headshot and resume to contact@thisismomentary.com.