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Casting Tool FAQs

Here, you'll find answers to common questions about the Casting Tool.

1. Does the Operabase Casting Tool support casting for opera, ballet, classical, musicals, theatre, concerts?

Yes, the Casting Tool is designed for opera, ballet, classical, musicals, theatre, and concerts. It offers advanced search filters, enabling efficient artist evaluation for various roles and productions across genres.

2. Can the Casting Tool help me find talent for cast, crew, instrumentalists and more?

Yes, the Casting Tool is designed for extensive searching. It offers comprehensive data across the performing arts. Casting professionals/artistic administrators can explore a wide range of options, regularly updated with new performers and casting information.

3. What professions does the Casting Tool allow me to search for? 

You can search for numerous professions on the Casting Tool such as:

  • On-stage artists like singers and actors.
  • Off-stage artists and crew members including composers and stage directors.
  • Instrumentalists such as pianists and violinists.

There are over 20,000 work roles available on the Casting Tool for you to explore.

4. How does the Casting Tool help with season planning? 

The Casting Tool streamlines casting with a user-friendly interface and advanced search filters, making talent search efficient for finding ideal artists quickly.

5. How does the Casting Tool help with last minute replacements?

Operabase Casting Tool lets you customise searches for suitable talent. Use advanced filters like language proficiency and performance experience to quickly find artists matching your specific needs. Efficiently narrow down results for timely replacements. Advanced features include:

  • Availability & travel filters to pinpoint jump-in-ready artists based on their schedules
  • Casting Assistant: match artists to your own repertoire and schedule, house style, and past casting decisions
  • Jump-in & Last-minute replacements: Calendar grids show only artists who are available on your selected dates (including travel time), along with where and when they’re performing and their past role history, for faster, more accurate casting decisions.
  • Role Debut Finder to support casting firsts and make informed decisions
  • Graph-based career and repertoire insights for deeper talent analysis
  • Expanded profession filters including instrumentalists, off-stage crew members, and more

See more here.