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Fiona McIntyre Sucher, CSA
Casting Director and Educator
I am a casting director and educator based in New York City, originally from Vancouver, British Columbia. I hold an MFA in Theatre Arts from the University of Idaho, where I also earned a certificate in Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Universal Design for Learning. I received my BFA in Musical Theatre from Montclair State University and am a proud member of the Casting Society of America (CSA).
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My casting work has included national and international tours, Off-Broadway and regional theatre, casting for cruise line entertainment, and several feature films and television series. I have also cast commercials, industrials, print, and social media campaigns for major brands.
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Alongside my casting work, I teach audition technique, scene study, casting, and the business of acting at colleges and training programs in New York City and across the country, including serving as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Idaho.
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My work is driven by a commitment to fostering authentic representation in media and creating pathways that empower diverse voices to be heard and celebrated on stage and screen. My graduate research focused on disability representation in casting and designing more equitable and accessible college audition processes.
Casting Philosophy
I believe that at its best, casting has the power to reveal truths, challenge assumptions, and create space for audiences to see themselves and others more fully. I am committed to building casting processes that invite collaboration, curiosity, and trust — where artists can engage in meaningful dialogue and bold, thoughtful choices can emerge, creating lasting impact for our audiences and communities.
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My work is grounded in a commitment to equity, accessibility, and authentic representation. I actively seek to create pathways for performers of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, especially those historically excluded from traditional casting structures. This means engaging in creative, expansive outreach, building relationships with artists and communities rooted in trust and mutual respect, and designing audition and submission processes that reduce barriers rather than reinforce them. I approach casting with a “no stone left unturned” mindset — if we haven’t found the right person, it is an invitation to look deeper, broader, and more intentionally.
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I see casting as both a creative and ethical practice. My goal is not only to support the vision of writers and directors, but to help realize it in ways that are truthful and specific. I am drawn to artists whose individuality, vulnerability, and perspective bring depth and authenticity to storytelling, and I strive to create environments where actors feel respected, informed, and empowered.
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At its core, my work is rooted in care — for the story, the artists, and the process itself. Through intentional collaboration, continued learning, and a sustained commitment to equity and access, I am committed to helping shape a creative culture where the work reflects the full complexity of our shared human experience.
Casting
I have cast projects across theatre, film, television, print, commercials, and voiceover.
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My on-camera casting work includes HBO’s THE JINX, MGM+'s LET THE DEVIL IN, the feature films THERE SHE GOES, RENNER, and THE MOVERS, as well as several short films, commercials, industrials, and a 60-episode branded narrative series for TikTok.
For theatre, I have cast national and international tours, workshops and readings, and productions at regional theatres including The Guthrie, Barrington Stage Company, Goodspeed Opera House, Bucks County Playhouse, George Street Playhouse, Contemporary American Theater Festival, New Jersey Repertory Company, and others. I have also cast projects for Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, Iberostar Resorts, Margaritaville at Sea, and Princess Cruises.
Education
As a theatre educator, I aim to inspire students to lead with individuality, take ownership of their career decisions, and craft thoughtful, compelling performances. I strive to create learning environments where emerging artists feel empowered to explore their unique voices and artistic identities with confidence.
I currently serve as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Idaho, where I teach Casting for Theatre and Film and The Business of Acting. I frequently teach workshops at undergraduate theatre programs across the country.
Contact
Drop a message below or email fiona@fiona-mcintyre.com for inquiries about casting and teaching. To submit for a specific project, please follow submission instructions on the audition notice.
