Submit to Vaudezilla | Performer Auditions Chicago
If you’re looking for performer auditions Chicago talent depends on, Vaudezilla is now accepting submissions for burlesque, cabaret, drag, and variety performers.
Vaudezilla invites burlesque artists, dancers, cabaret performers, specialty acts, variety talent, drag artists, immersive theatre performers, and vaudeville entertainers to submit for future shows, corporate events, and special projects.
We are not a drop-in burlesque troupe — we are a Chicago entertainment company with casting needs that shift based on corporate bookings, Midnight Confession productions, and custom event requests.
Submitting here ensures we see your work first when building new casts.
⭐ Who Should Submit
We welcome submissions from performers who are:
- Chicago-based or frequently working in Chicago
- Professional, reliable, and easy to communicate with
- Skilled in one or more disciplines:
burlesque, dance, drag, circus, cabaret, clown, magic, hosting, immersive acting, variety, vaudeville, fire, pole, aerial, specialty skills - Available for corporate event bookings, cabaret shows, and Midnight Confession
- Comfortable with punctuality, professionalism, and collaboration
This is not a beginner program — this is a space for working performers ready to be considered for paid opportunities.
⭐ What We Are Casting For
We regularly review submissions for:
Corporate Events & Galas
(High-end, polished, punctual entertainers)
Burlesque & Cabaret Shows
(Midnight Confession, guest slots, specialty appearances)
Private & VIP Events
(Bachelorettes, birthdays, custom themes)
Workshops & Classes
(If you teach dance, burlesque, flexibility, mindset, or movement)
Film-Noir Productions & Concept Shoots
(For branded content, trailers, character roles)
⭐ What to Submit
Please include:
Required
- Your full name & stage name
- Email + phone
- Act type(s) you want to be considered for
- Links to videos (unlisted YouTube/Vimeo accepted)
- A short bio or performance background
- Up to 3 photos that represent your current look
Optional but helpful
- Website or social links
- Tech requirements
- Availability ranges
- Genres/themes you excel in (classic, neo, comedy, noir, high glam, specialty acts)
⭐ How Casting Works
We do not hold open cattle-call auditions.
We cast from this submission pool first and reach out when:
- A corporate client needs a specific skill/style
- A Vaudezilla show slot opens
- Midnight Confession adds new roles
- A special project or collab comes up
- We need a variety, drag, or specialty act
If you’re a fit for a project, you’ll be contacted directly.
Submission does not guarantee booking — but it does guarantee you’re on our radar.
⭐ Submit Your Materials
Use the form below to send your materials.
We review submissions monthly and reach out as needs arise.
Thank you for sharing your work — we look forward to seeing what you do!