Frequently asked questions

General Information

  • A: QETS (Quebec English Theatre Showcase) is the Quebec Drama Federation's biggest public event of the year. It provides PACT/CAEA companies an opportunity to conduct joint general auditions and allows actors and designers to showcase their talents.

  • A: Actors (both CAEA and non-CAEA) and designers can register for QETS, provided they meet specific eligibility criteria.

  • A: All actors must have at least two acting credits on their CV. Registration is divided into categories with unique requirements for each.

Registration Categories

  • A: This year, participants can register in the following categories:

    1. Designers

    2. CAEA Actors (Emerging and Mid/Late Career)

    3. Non-CAEA Actors: Discovery Series

    4. Non-CAEA Actors: Indie Day

designers

  • A: Designers can present their portfolio or respond to a provided design prompt to producers, artistic directors, and directors from PACT and CAEA professional companies. Presentations will include a brief Q&A session.

CAEA Actors

    • Emerging Artists:

      • For actors who have recently moved to Quebec (within the last 5 years) or achieved CAEA status.

      • Participants perform a 2-minute monologue and a secondary 2-minute artistic piece, followed by an interview.

    • Mid to Late Career Artists:

      • For actors with 5+ years in Quebec and at least two professional contracts with PACT companies.

      • Participants can opt for an interview to discuss their goals or audition if they wish.

non-CAEA Actors

  • A: A category highlighting equity-seeking and emerging artists. 10 non-CAEA actors are selected to audition alongside CAEA actors after submitting a 2-minute monologue self-tape for review by the Discovery Series committee.

  • A: All submitted self-tapes will still be shared with directors for potential opportunities. The first 30 Non-CAEA registrants who are not selected for Discovery Series can participate in Inide Day.

  • A: A chance for non-CAEA actors to audition for indie theatre member companies. Registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not require a self-tape. Participants perform a 2-minute monologue and a secondary 2-minute artistic piece followed by an interview.

Eligibility

  • A: Yes, all actors must have at least two acting credits on their CV to participate in QETS.

  • A: Only 10 Non-CAEA actors will be selected by our Discovery Committee panel from their self tape submissions to audition for PACT/CAEA companies.

Audition Details

  • A:

    • CAEA Actors: A 2-minute max monologue and a 2-minute max secondary artistic piece.

    • Non-CAEA Actors: Similar requirements apply, depending on the category.

  • A: Any performance style showcasing your talents, such as singing, dancing, a second contrasting monologue, clown piece etc. Please keep this offering 2-minutes or under.

Other Questions

  • A: Register for this event through your category’s corresponding registration form . Ensure your materials meet the specific requirements for your category.

  • A: November 25th is the deadline for all registration and self tape submissions.

  • A: Panels include producers, artistic directors, and directors from PACT/CAEA companies or independent theatre companies.

    If you have further questions, feel free to contact QDF directly!