SMILEY

CASTING NOTICE – OPEN SPACE ARTS
Chicago production of SMILEY by GUILLEM CLUA
Presented by Open Space Arts, Chicago

Directed by Jack Dugan Carpenter

Pay: Stipend $300

Performances: June 5 – June 21, 2026
Possible Extension: Into July
Rehearsals: May 2026
Location: Uptown Chicago

Open Space Arts is seeking actors for SMILEY, the  internationally acclaimed romantic comedy by Guillem Clua. Smart, funny,  and heartfelt, the play follows two men whose unexpected connection  begins with a misplaced text message and grows into something neither  anticipated.

We are seeking strong actors with comedic instincts, emotional depth, and comfort working in an intimate storefront setting.

ROLES
ALEX – 30–35. Bartender. Confident, attractive, and  socially fluent. A regular in Barcelona’s Circuit bars and clubs.  Outgoing, quick-witted, and used to navigating the fast pace of  nightlife.

BRUNO – 30–35. Architect. Thoughtful, intelligent,  and somewhat reserved. Prefers the more relaxed and mixed Penúltima Bar  in the Raval. Grounded, sincere, and less interested in surface  impressions. The actor cast as Bruno will also portray several  additional characters in brief cameo roles throughout the play.

TO SUBMIT
Please email by April 30:

Headshot
Resume
A one-minute comedic monologue of your choice
Brief note of interest
Send audition materials to:

osaauditions@gmail.com

Use subject line:

SMILEY AUDITION

ABOUT OPEN SPACE ARTS
Open Space Arts is a Chicago storefront theater producing bold,  intimate LGBTQ+ work with a focus on actor-driven storytelling and  contemporary voices.