Casting Call
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THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is a 70-minute live theatrical production that happens several times per night on a moving train at the N.C. Transportation Museum. In addition to acting talent, we are looking for crew members who are team players, who enjoy working with families, and who will embrace the interaction between themselves and passengers. All team members help create a fun, entertaining, and heartwarming experience. Theater experience is helpful but not required.
Seeking Crew Members for the Following Roles (Download .pdf for Description and Requirements):
- CHEF/KIA | Download PDF
- CONDUCTOR | Download PDF
- HOBO | Download PDF
- STEWARD | Download PDF
- FACILITIES HELP (This position is a non-theatrical position assisting with supplies loading/unloading, stocking, and other event support needs. Must be at least 16 years old to apply.)
Cast Amenities:
These are all paid positions. Cast and crew members receive 4 Standard Coach tickets to preview night on November 7, 2025.
Interviews/Auditions:
Interviews/auditions will be held at the NC Transportation Museum Back Shop, 1 Samuel Spencer Dr. Spencer, NC 28159. Auditions/interviews will be on the following dates:
Friday, October 10, 2025 from 5:30PM until 7:00PM
Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 10:00AM until 2:00PM
To sign up for an audition/interview date and time, click the SIGN UP button below.
If you cannot make any of these dates, please contact Elena Turnbull at elena.turnbull@nctransportationmuseum.org or call 704-510-5674 to schedule an interview time.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Sunday, November 2 from 3:00PM until 5:30PM and Monday – Thursday, November 3-6, 2025, at the N.C. Transportation Museum (Approximately 6-9 PM each evening)
Performance Schedule:
November 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 28-30, December 5-7, 11-23 (afternoon/evening performances
School Group Performances: November 24 & December 8 (morning/afternoon performances)
Call time is 1 hour before the first show time each day. See the schedule for show times. For school group performances, November 24 and December 8, call time will be 9:00AM and fewer cast members will be required.
Click HERE for the full show schedule.