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Applications must be submitted by Saturday, 5 September 2026 <\/b><\/p>\n

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Fondazione Teatro Donizetti is looking for four male extras (aged 25\u201340) for L’esule di Roma<\/em>, conducted by Antonino Fogliani and directed by Katharina Thoma, on stage 13, 21 and 29 November, and six extras \u2014 two men over 60 and four women over 45 \u2014 for Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali<\/em>, conducted by Alberto Zanardi and directed by Silvia Paoli, on stage 15, 20 and 28 November.<\/p>\n

Applicants should have theatrical experience and full availability for rehearsals and performances.<\/p>\n

Applications must be sent to selezione@fondazioneteatrodonizetti.org by 4 September for Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali and by 5 September for L’esule di Roma.<\/p>\n

In-person auditions will be held on 16 and 18 September.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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