Irene is a wonderful asset
for discovering new talent.
~ Tony Award winner, Joe DiPietro
I understand actors because I was one.
I'm most passionate about working with
exceptionally gifted unknowns.
~ Irene Stockton
testimonials
"Irene cast the original productions of I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, and OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS. She found incredibly talented actors, many of whom appeared in subsequent productions. I really appreciate the care she had for the shows, the actors, and the whole casting process. Irene is a wonderful asset for discovering new talent."
Joe DiPietro – Tony Award winner – Nice Work If You Can Get It, Memphis
"I'm delighted to be able to recommend Irene for anything regarding casting actors. Over the years, I have enjoyed her ardent and widespread explorations of newcomers, as well as her vigilance in following up on surprising performances in the field. Irene's understanding of the actor's process, plus her kindness and consideration have won her a following over many years. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with Irene is always not only satisfied, but a participant who enjoys the process."
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Robert Kalfin - Tony Award winner, Legend of Off-Broadway Award
"Irene was an integral part of the casting team for WEEDS, PRANCER, and A PIECE OF EDEN. She has a sharp eye for talent and is lovely to work with. Too many casting directors develop a bossy, hurried coldness I find unpleasant and artistically counter-productive. That's not Irene. She's warm, and supportive of talent."
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John D. Hancock, Director - Weeds, Bang the Drum Slowly, Prancer
"Irene is the best casting director I have ever worked with. Casting is so critical. When my play EDITH STEIN opened in New York, the stakes were very high. Irene had a deep understanding of my characters, and found me recognizable talents such as Irene Dailey, Laura Esterman and young Katie Finneran before her Tony recognition. I trust Irene. She's a true theater and film person: knowledgeable, a great collaborator, and ever gracious."
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Arthur Giron - internationally produced playwright
"It is with great pleasure that I highly recommend Ms. Irene Stockton as an excellent casting director. Irene has cast many shows that I have produced, directed or choreographed which include the hit musical “THAT'S LIFE! and for the last 12 years, MY PLATE! The Nutrition Musical which has been implemented 113+ times in NYC, LA, MA, CT and the USVI. Irene is unique - incredibly innovative in finding talent, intelligent and resourceful, a complete pleasure to work with and can work under any challenging casting situations with ease and a great sense of humor. Her style is completely professional but she adds a passion to her work- she goes the extra mile. She truly cares not only for doing an excellent job as casting director for the producer/director- but also is respectful, polite and caring of the people she submits. She also is not afraid to think “out of the box” to find the right people for a show and also attends theater on a regular basis to find new talent- and does! I truly recommend Irene as an extraordinary casting director. She is the best."
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Helen Butleroff - Producer/Director/Choreographer - That's Life, Pets, Mack and Mable
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