Children'S Performer
Children'S Performers - New York City
About the Job
Casting: Interactive Children’s Theater Performers — Manhattan — Sat, Sept 13 (2 hours)
Project: Live, family-friendly event with interactive walk-around and short improv bits for kids and parents.
Location: Manhattan, NY (exact address provided upon booking)
Time/Duration: 2-hour performance window (call/wrap details provided after casting)
Performers (18+) with children’s theater experience. All genders/ethnicities.
Strong improvisational skills and the ability to interact warmly with audiences, especially children.
Comfortable staying in character, guiding gentle crowd participation, and adapting on the fly.
Nice-to-Haves: Basic puppetry, clowning, or musical ability (not required).
Experience with family events, museums, theme parks, or birthday entertainment.
Responsibilities: Lead light interactive bits, character greetings, and photo moments.
Collaborate with fellow performers and onsite coordinator to keep energy high and lines moving.