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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Final Cast Call for Renaissance Festival Season

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 17, 2025

Final Cast Call for the 2025 Kansas City Renaissance Festival Season!

BONNER SPRINGS, KS — Missed the first round of casting? You’re in luck—the Kansas City Renaissance Festival is still filling roles for its 2025 Village Cast! Final casting is open through Saturday, July 12, and there’s still time to join the fun.

Whether you reached out earlier, started an application but didn’t finish, or are just now hearing about it—this is your chance to become part of the Festival magic.

We’re currently seeking Villagers and Specialty Performers, including:

·        Stilt walkers

·        Poi/hoop artists

·        Living statues

·        Sleight-of-hand magicians

·        And more!

No formal audition is required—just bring your energy, creativity, and commitment. This is a character-driven performance experience, and we’ll train you on everything you need to know.

If you previously contacted us but didn’t hear back—or if life got in the way—consider this your invitation to rejoin the process. We’ll do our best to honor your original character request if it’s still available.

To learn more and sign up, visit: https://kcrenfest.com/join-the-cast/





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