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August 31, 2026 · 6:51 pm

Auditions Announced for IN HARMONY at Cincinnati Music Theatre

IN HARMONY
Conceived & Directed by: Rebecca Wall
Produced by: Dennison Keller & Aubrey E. Wilson
Music Direction by: Michael Spresser

SEEKING:
Cast Size 16:
4 Sopranos, 4 Altos, 4 Tenors, 4 Baritones/Basses

As the title of our show suggests, we believe community theater is at its best when it welcomes diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences. In Harmony seeks to celebrate artistic achievement while thoughtfully considering representation, inclusion, accessibility, and the ways productions connect with their communities and one another.

Each cast member will have at least 1 featured song and will be in 15+ additional numbers. We are looking for cast members who want to invest in this process, be present and supportive of their fellow cast members in their artistry and in their lives. To dig deep and make art together.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Sing a 32 Bar cut (:30-:45 seconds) of a musical theatre song that you love to sing. An accompanist will be provided; please provide sheet music with cuts clearly marked.
  • No A Cappella or Recorded music.
  • Auditionees must be at least 18 years of age.

AUDITIONS:

  • Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 5:00PM to 9:00PM
  • Monday, September 28, 2026 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
    *Invited Callbacks: Wednesday, September 30, 7:00pm-10:00pm

AUDITION LOCATION:
Immanuel United Church of Christ – 210 Jefferson Avenue, Saint Bernard, OH 45217

PERFORMANCE DATES: January 29 – February 7, 2027

PERFORMANCE LOCATION:
Aronoff Center for the Arts, Fifth-Third Theater, Cincinnati, OH

If you are unavailable due to vacation, work travel, or life in general, video auditions will be accepted. Please click here upload your video audition by September 26th.

Fill out the IN HARMONY Audition Form
Sign-up to audition for IN HARMONY

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August 20, 2026 · 7:19 pm

Auditions Announced for AWAY IN THE BASEMENT: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas at Troy Civic Theatre

Directors Steve Dietrich and Jenny Weber will be holding auditions for the TCT holiday musical, AWAY IN THE BASEMENT, on Monday and Tuesday, August 31st and September 1st, from 7-9 pm at The Barn in the Park.

1959: It’s the day of the annual Sunday School Christmas program and the lovable Church Basement Ladies in Minnesota have arrived early to finish up treat bags and make sure costumes and props are ready to go. When things start to go haywire, the charming ladies from the kitchen step in to save the day. This musical comedy is full of good tidings, great humor, and joy.

Roles:

  • The Pastor: Middle aged male, a widower of 2 years that has begun to show interest in the new parish worker. He is a nice man, living a life of service and humility. Baritone B3 – E4
  • Karin: In her late 30’s – early 40’s. She is Beverly’s mother, the most fashionable of the ladies and the best cook. Alto A4 – C5
  • Beverly: Blonde and 15, who can hardly wait to be an adult. She has a great deal of affection for the women in the basement, but is embarrassed by everything her mother says and does. Mezzo Soprano – A4 – D5
  • Mavis: An able-bodied farm wife of middle age. Very good natured and quick with a joke. She believes hard work is good for the soul. Alto A4 – C5
  • Vivian: She is the oldest CBL and a widow of many years. She is the matriarch of the kitchen and holds tightly to tradition. Soprano A4 – G5

Auditions will consist of :

  1. Individual vocal time – range determination and singing of the prepared excerpt for preferred role (link below)
  2. Group cold reading from script
  3. Group vocals of group excerpt- prepare preferred part (link below)

We are looking for strong voices with the ability to confidently carry their own part.

Production dates are Dec. 4-6 and Dec. 11-13. Please bring a list of all known conflicts between Sept 8th and Dec 13th. The show will rehearse 3 days a week with the concentration on music in the early days.

Link to Dropbox – you’ll find scores, played parts, and cast recordings of excerpts

https://www.dropbox.com/…/ABBSj6JxqZXmSUJh6L2LkZs…

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August 18, 2026 · 6:20 pm

Auditions Announced for THE LION IN WINTER at Mariemont Players Inc.

Ready to wear the crown and plot your way to the top? 👑⚔️

Mariemont Players is holding auditions for James Goldman’s sharp, gripping historical drama, THE LION IN WINTER.

Set during a ruthless Christmas gathering where King Henry II and Queen Eleanor maneuver for power, this show crackles with intelligence, ambition, and intense dialogue. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, all identities, abilities, and experience levels are warmly welcomed!

The Quick Details:

🗓Audition Dates: Sept 21 & 22, 2026 (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

📍Location: Mariemont Players (4101 Walton Creek Rd, Cincinnati, OH)

📝Rehearsals: Begin January 2027

🎭Show Dates: March 4–21, 2027

Expect “warm” readings from the script—no memorization required! Just bring your theatrical résumé (headshot appreciated, but not mandatory) and a list of any scheduling conflicts for the rehearsal season.

Head over to our website to sign up for your audition slot, grab the script sides, and read the full character breakdowns! 👇

https://www.mariemontplayers.com/auditions/winterauditions

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August 18, 2026 · 6:20 pm

Auditions Announced for ELF JR. at Harmony Arts Theatre

ELF JR. at Harmony Arts Theatre
For students grades 1st-8th

Sept. 4 from 6-8pm
Sept. 5 from 5-8pm

New Hope Community Church – 3707 Edgewood Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45211

  • Please select ONE audition time slot when signing up. Each 10-minute time slot will include up to 5 students. Audition slot signups.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled audition time to check in and complete a short pre-audition form.
  • If your child has a resume and headshot, please bring a printed copy of each to auditions. These are encouraged if available, but are not required! No need to create or purchase a professional headshot or resume specifically for this audition.

What Will Auditions Look Like?

We want auditions to be fun, simple, and as stress-free as possible!

During their audition, each student will:

  • Slate — State their name and which song they will be singing.
  • Sing — Perform their selected song cut using the provided backing track.
  • Read — Perform one or more of the provided acting sides.

And then they’re finished!

Elf Jr. is a NO-CUT production! Every student who auditions will receive a role. Auditions simply help our production team determine the best role for each performer.

What to Prepare

Please prepare ONE of the provided song selections and the designated cut:

  • World’s Greatest Dad
  • Never Fall in Love with an Elf
  • There Is a Santa Claus
  • A Christmas Song (title of the song, not just any Christmas song LOL!)

We will provide and play the backing tracks during auditions. Students are welcome to use lyrics while singing if needed.

Students should also familiarize themselves with the provided acting sides. Sides do NOT need to be memorized. Copies will be provided in the audition room.

AUDITION MATERIALS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UBtOthrpRzTcda2thqdz90eZifBQb_s1?usp=drive_link

Conflicts

  • Please come prepared to provide ALL known conflicts from September through December on your pre-audition form.
  • Because we rehearse only once a week, knowing conflicts ahead of time is extremely helpful when planning rehearsals and casting.

Rehearsal Schedule

  • Our first rehearsal will be Friday, September 11!
  • Regular rehearsals will be held: Fridays | 6:00–8:00 PM
    As we get closer to performances, rehearsals will extend to 6:00–9:00 PM in lieu of a traditional tech week.

Most rehearsals and all performances will take place at:

New Vision Church – 220 Sunset Ave., Harrison, OH 45030

Some rehearsals may take place at New Hope Community Church. If this is necessary, families will be notified in advance.

Performance Dates

We will have THREE performances:

  • Friday, December 18 | 7:30 PM
  • Saturday, December 19 | 3:00 PM
  • Saturday, December 19 | 7:00 PM

Please make sure your child is available for all three performances before signing up.

Cast List
The cast list will be announced Sunday, September 6 at approximately 10:00 AM!
Remember: everyone who auditions will be cast! 🎉

Participation Fee
There is a $65 participation fee per student, due on the day of auditions.

Participation fees allow Harmony Arts Theater to continue creating affordable and accessible productions for our young performers. These funds go directly back into the production and help us provide:

  • Costumes
  • Scripts as needed
  • Sets and props
  • Technical equipment and upgrades
  • Production materials
  • And so much more!

If paying the full participation fee on audition day is not possible for your family, please reach out. We are happy to work with you to create a payment plan.

Financial circumstances should never prevent a child from participating in theater with us.

Costumes
We try to provide as much of each student’s costume as possible.

There may be some basic pieces families are asked to provide that your child may already own, such as winter coats, basic everyday clothing, shoes, or other simple wardrobe basics.

Any items families are asked to provide will be clearly communicated once costumes are finalized.

If providing a requested costume piece is not possible, please let us know! We will happily work with your family to find another option.

Questions?

If you have any questions about auditions, rehearsals, participation fees, costumes, or anything else, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Harmony Arts Theater
harmonyartstheater@gmail.com
We can’t wait to see everyone at auditions and get started on Elf Jr.!

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August 18, 2026 · 6:18 pm

Auditions Announced for SWEENEY TODD at Springboro Community Theatre

Open Auditions for SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by Hugh Wheeler

Presented by Springboro Community Theatre
Directed by David Shough
Music Director – Sarah Lingg
Stage Manager – Carmen Martinez
Intimacy and Fight Coordinator – Kayla Graham
Producer – Carrie Robbins

Tuesday and Wednesday, September 8 & 9, 7-9pm. Callbacks Sept 10, 7-9pm
NOTE: Auditions will NOT be at the theatre.
Auditions will be at Pontecorvo Ballet Studios
20 Commercial Way, Springboro, 45066, near exit 38 off I-75

You need only attend one night. If you cannot attend either audition date, contact the director at davids@pbstudios.com, and we will make time or permit a video audition. Performance dates: November 6-15, 2026, Friday – Sunday. Rehearsals will generally be Monday through Thursday evenings, subject to cast schedules.

For the audition, please prepare 32 measures of a song appropriate to the role(s) you’re seeking or that best shows your voice, or both; do not sing from the show. Bring sheet music or an electronic track; a pianist and a Bluetooth speaker will both be available. Acapella singing is not favored.

When you sing, we’re interested not just in your voice, but also how well you can create a character expressing the song. Be fearless.

You may be asked to read from the script as well, though there is little non-singing dialogue in the show.

Please bring a resume, if you have one, and a list of all conflicts through November 15.

Callbacks are likely for some or all of the principal roles and will include singing from the score, so those seeking principal roles are urged to learn their character’s songs from cast recordings (but NOT the movie) or published scores before auditions. Sheet music will be provided in advance of call backs. Callback location is TBA.

Seeking:

9 principals (6 men and 3 women characters, listed below) and at least 8 ensemble (minimum 4 and 4, with an SATB mix). Race is not relevant to any role; all races & ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Character age does not necessarily limit actor age. Cross-gender casting is possible for some roles. The play is set in London around 1850. All characters speak with a British accent appropriate to their social status. Sondheim’s music can be challenging, so we are seeking strong voices, ideally with ensemble singing experience.

  • Sweeney Todd – 40s plus, Baritone. Angry, wronged, escaped convict, and excellent barber, mourning the loss of his wife and daughter, and seeking revenge on those responsible: the judge and his Beadle.
  • Mrs. Lovett – 40s – 50s, Mezzo. A not very good purveyor of meat pies. Somewhat addled, but not without a meaty idea here and there, and in love with Todd.
  • Tobias – Plays 16-20, Tenor. A young boy, not fully matured, nor very smart. Abused by his master Pirelli, then devoted to Mrs. Lovett who takes him under her wing.
  • Anthony – 20s, strong Tenor. A good-hearted sailor, who falls deeply in love with Joanna.
  • Johanna – Plays 16, Soprano. Beautiful young ward of, unfortunately, the judge, and, it is later revealed, Todd’s daughter. In love with Anthony.
  • Judge Turpin – 40s – 70s, Bass-Baritone. A lecherous, sadistic judge who imprisoned Todd in order to have Todd’s wife, and now plans to marry Johanna, Todd’s daughter. He is the focus of Todd’s desire for revenge.
  • Beadle Bamford – 30s plus, high tenor, preferably with falsetto. An obsequious city official, and close aide to Judge Turpin. He is another target of Todd’s obsession.
  • Beggar Woman – 30s-40s, Mezzo. Mysterious, mentally ill street beggar, later revealed to be Todd’s wife.
  • Pirelli – 30s – 40s, Tenor. Barber, showman, and fraud, who attempts to blackmail Todd. Needs a bad Italian accent and a believable Irish accent. The actor will join the ensemble in Act II.
  • Ensemble – Variety of ages, SATB mix. The ensemble plays a number of group character scenes as well as breaking the fourth wall with the many iterations of The Ballad of Sweeney Todd (“Attend the tale..”). Members will also play several incidental roles – Bird Seller, Mr. Fogg, Todd’s wife Lucy, policeman, etc.

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