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October 27, 2025 · 6:07 pm

Auditions Announced for OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS at Village Players

Village Players of Fort Thomas is holding auditions for OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS by Joe DiPietro.

This show will be directed by Jerry Wiesenhahn and produced by Kristen Vincenty.

Audition Dates:

  • Sunday, November 16  • 7–9pm
  • Monday, November 17 • 7–9 pm

Please sign up for a time slot here.

Location: 8 North Center for the Arts (8 N. Fort Thomas Ave.)
Judith M. Sarakatsannis Gallery (enter through front door)

What to Prepare:
Please bring a headshot and resume, and a list of conflicts for 7-9:30pm Sun-Mon-Wed-Thurs starting March 16.

Audition Details:
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. You may be requested to stay past your audition time to read with other auditionees.

Callbacks are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, November 19th from 7-9:30pm.
More information will be forthcoming following auditions. If you are not called back it does not mean you are not cast.

Each auditionee will be individually contacted by the producer before a cast list is posted.​

Production Dates:

  • Fri, April 24, 2026 at 8:00 pm
  • Sat, April 25, 2026 at 8:00 pm
  • Sun, April 26, 2026 at 2:00 pm
  • Thu, April 30, 2026 at 8:00 pm
  • Fri, May 1, 2026 at 8:00 pm
  • Sat, May 2, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Synopsis:
Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. His parents retired and moved to Florida. That doesn’t mean his family isn’t still in Jersey. In fact, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This is routine until he has to tell them that he’s been offered a dream job. The job he’s been waiting for—marketing executive—would take him away from his beloved, but annoying, grandparents. He tells them. The news doesn’t sit so well. Thus begins a series of schemes to keep Nick around. How could he betray his family’s love to move to Seattle, for a job, wonder his grandparents? Well, Frank, Aida, Nunzio and Emma do their level best, and that includes bringing to dinner the lovely—and single—Caitlin O’Hare as bait…we won’t give the ending away here.​​​

Characters:

  • NICK CRISTANO (30s, Italian American)
  • FRANK GIANELLI (80, Nick’s maternal grandfather, Italian immigrant)
  • AIDA GIANELLI (70s, Nick’s maternal grandmother, Italian American)
  • NUNZIO CRISTANO (70s, Nick’s paternal grandfather, Italian American)
  • EMMA CRISTANO (70s, Nick’s paternal grandmother, Italian American)
  • CAITLIN O’HARE (late 20s, charming, Irish American)​​

Questions:
Please address any questions to Jerry or Kristen at overtheriver@villageplayers.org

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October 27, 2025 · 5:50 pm

Auditions Announced for MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at La Comedia Dinner Theatre

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Local Auditions

LaComedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an open call audition for its upcoming production of Murder on the Orient Express on Saturday, November 8, at 10:00am at 765 W. Central Ave. Springboro, Ohio.

SEEKING (all ethnicities are encouraged to audition)

  • Hercule Poirot
    Gender-Male, Dialect: Belgian.
    A retired Belgian police officer. Poirot is Christie’s most famous detective and is known for his short stature and long, curly moustache. Poirot is very intelligent, extremely aware and instinctual and is a brilliant detective.
  • Monsieur Bouc
    Gender – Male, Dialect: Belgian. The owner of Wagon Lit, Orient Express. Bouc is a middle-aged man with a youthful vigor and attitude. Gregarious, honest and forthright, he puts his friends and customers above profit, although he’s concerned about his company’s image. He is not a match for Poirot in intelligence, however.
  • Mary Debenham
    Gender – Female, Dialect: British. A governess. Anxious, but also cool and determined, Mary has a certain sadness about her, as well as many secrets. She is carrying on a secret affair with Colonel Arburthnot.
  • Colonel Arbuthnot (doubles as Samuel Ratchett)
    Gender – Male, Dialect: Scottish. A military man of the old-fashioned type, possibly old-money, and used to being obeyed without question. He is strong, charismatic, but also problematic in some of his personal views. Has a temper but loves Mary deeply.
  • Hector McQueen
    Gender – Male, Dialect: American. Personal assistant and secretary to Samuel Ratchett, McQueen is a nervous character with a stutter that appears when he is especially anxious. Seems rather new to his profession. Talks a bit too much but wants everyone to get along.
  • Michel (doubles as Head Waiter)
    Gender – Male, Dialect: French (Michel) & Turkish. (Head Waiter) Michel: Competent and organized, he’s the conductor for the first-class carriages of the Orient Express. Handles himself well in a crisis and is very good at his job. Head Waiter of the Hotel: Eager to please.
  • Princess Dragomiroff
    Gender – Female, Dialect: Russian. Displaced Russian nobility. The Princess is a battleship: determined, arrogant, and accustomed to getting her way. She travels a great deal and holds very decided opinions.
  • Greta Ohlsson
    Gender – Female, Dialect: Swedish. A Catholic missionary and baby nurse, currently serving as a companion to Princess Dragomiroff. She would like to help small children in Africa. Deeply devout. This character may be funny but should not be played as a caricature for laughs.
  • Countess Andrenyi
    Gender – Female, Dialect: Hungarian / American. In addition to being married to a count (and thus, nobility), she also is a doctor. Beautiful, educated, charming, and intelligent enough to match wits with Poirot.
  • Helen Hubbard
    Gender – Female, Dialect: American (Midwestern ideally). Not exactly what she seems, Hubbard comes across as a gregarious, loud, American busybody who has been married multiple times. Must be able to sing and maybe do a little dancing. Should also be able to pull off a cooler, more calculated version of this character with a cultured American accent.
  • Samuel Rachett (doubles as Colonel Arbuthnot)
    Gender – Male, Dialect: American (mobster – possibly Brooklyn or Chicago-style). A dangerous and unlikable man, full of entitlement, with a hair trigger temper. A forceful personality and come across as someone not to be trusted or crossed. Thinks he’s more charming than he really is.

Please provide a current headshot and resume. Prepare 60-second (or less) monologue and be prepared to do cold reads from the show.
Rehearsals: Mon. Dec 29 – Jan. 10 (Mon-Sat 9am-6pm) (excluding Jan. 1)
Tech: Jan. 12 – 14.

Performances: Jan. 15 – Feb. 15, 2026, Thurs-Sun matinees and evenings.
Rehearsal and performance conflicts will not be accepted.
Performers are paid biweekly. Meal each performance, gym membership, workman’s comp provided.

If you have questions, or for more information email artisticdirector@lacomedia.com
Non-Equity.

Although it is highly beneficial to attend the in-person audition, if you are unable to be present, you may send resume, headshot, and 60-second monologue video reel before that day to submissions@lacomedia.com.

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October 21, 2025 · 5:15 pm

Auditions Announced for GUYS AND DOLLS at Footlighers, Inc.

Footlighters, Inc. is proud to announce auditions for GUYS AND DOLLS.

Directed by Jennifer Day
Produced by Evan Blanton & Megan Horton
Music & Vocal Directed by Joseph Rivers
Choreographed by Rachael Petranek
Stage Managed by Janet Wisner

Auditions:
December 7 & 8 – 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Invited Callbacks:
December 9 – 7 PM

Location:
Stained Glass Theatre – 802 York Street, Newport, KY 41071

Audition Materials:

  • Please sign up for an audition time through this SignUpGenius link. Walk-ins are welcomed and will be assigned to the first available audition slot.
  • Please prepare 32 bars of a Golden Age song that is not from Guys and Dolls and demonstrates your vocal range. Make sure your sheet music is printed out, in the proper key, and has cuts clearly marked for the accompanist. No recordings will be accepted.
  • Bring shoes and clothing appropriate for a dance audition, as you will be asked to participate in a dance combination after your vocal audition. A video of the combination will be sent out prior to the audition. Auditionees only auditioning for Arvide or General Cartwright will not need to attend the dance call.
    • Ladies: please wear character shoes or heels for the dance call.
  • Please provide a copy of your theatrical resume and headshot.
  • Please bring a list of conflicts between February and April 2026.
  • Note: Auditionees must be 18+.

Virtual: Please email headshot, resume, and a vocal/dance reel to the director Jennifer Day at jenniferann4097@gmail.com

Questions:
For any questions, please email producer Evan Blanton at evan.blanton0921@gmail.com or Megan Horton at megan.hudson1988@yahoo.com.

Performances:
April 16-May 3, 2026

Character Breakdown:

  • SKY MASTERSON – Lead, Male, Stage Age: 25-40, Vocal range: E5 – B3.
    A high-stakes gambler whose luck never seems to run out, and a wild card who surprises himself when he falls in love with the unlikeliest of women. Suave, smart, handsome.
  • SARAH BROWN – Lead, Female, Stage Age: 25-40, Soprano, Vocal range G5 – B3.
    Bright woman, the Sergeant of the local Mission. Fully believes in her worthy cause; wishes to convert the gambling sinners to saints. Falls unexpectedly in love with Sky along the way. She is prudish and uptight, but eventually lets go.
  • NATHAN DETROIT – Lead, Male, Stage Age: 35 to 45, Baritone, Vocal range: F5 – D4.
    Organizer of the floating crap game; a slightly neurotic, lovable rogue who is always struggling to stay one step ahead of the pack — and looking for the big break he never seems to get; his heart is torn between the camaraderie of his gambling circle and Adelaide, to whom he has been engaged for 14 years; excellent actor with strong comedic timing.
  • MISS ADELAIDE – Lead, Female, Stage Age 35 – 45; , Alto E5 – A3.
    Perky nightclub singer/dancer at the “Hot Box” and Nathan’s long-suffering fiancée, this role requires a strong belter with dancing ability and excellent comedic skills; she adores Nathan but is driven so crazy by his gambling antics.
  • NICELY-NICELY JOHNSON – Supporting Role, Male, Stage Age 30 – 60, Tenor to high B flat.
    Nathan Detroit’s best pal, whose enthusiasm knows no bounds; comic, cheerful, and likable as he delivers funny one-liners and several of the show’s most well known numbers with equal aplomb, including “Fugue for Tinhorns” and the show stopping “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat.”
  • BENNY SOUTHSTREET – Supporting Role, Male, Stage Age: 30 to 50, Vocal range G5 – D4.
    Nathan’s right-hand man, a gambler, smart, slick, always moving and shaking, but with what he thinks are Nathan’s best interest at heart.
  • ARVIDE ABERNATHY – Supporting Role, Gender: Open, Stage Age: 50+, Vocal range F5 – D4.
    Bass drum and cymbal player in the Mission band, Sarah's loving grandparent. Wise and sweet, wants only the best for her.
  • HARRY THE HORSE – Supporting Role, Male, Stage Age: 30 to 55, Vocal range G5 – F3.
    Quintessential tough guy gambler; has come into money by collecting the reward on his father; sidekick to Big Jule, but is more on the ball and is able to stand his ground when necessary; sings with ensemble only.
  • LT. BRANNIGAN – Supporting Role, Gender: Male, Stage Age: 40+
    New York police officer who is on to Nathan's illegal craps games and is dead-set on catching him. A tough, no-nonsense character.
  • BIG JULE – Supporting Role, Male, Stage Age: 30 to 60, Vocal range: G5 – F3.
    A big- time craps player from Chicago who uses a gun and his own pair of rigged dice to bully his way into never losing. Tough looking. A bit of an oaf.
  • RUSTY CHARLIE – Supporting Role, Male, Stage Age: 30-50, Vocal range: F4-G4
    Another of Nathan’s sidekicks, he is part of the “Fugue for Tinhorns” trio.
  • GENERAL MATILDA CARTWRIGHT – Featured Role, Female, Stage Age 40+, Mezzo.
    The regional representative of Save-a-Soul Mission is a highly anticipated and talked-about presence known for her intimidating demeanor, strong leadership, and surprising sense of humor. (Will double in other areas of the ensemble, to be determined.)
  • HOT BOX GIRLS – Performers who back up Adelaide in her night club act. Strong dancers and singers. Will double into other areas of the ensemble as City Dwellers, Mission Band Members, and Havana Dancers.
  • MALE ENSEMBLE – Liver Lips Louie, Angie The Ox, Rusty Charlie, City Dwellers, Waiters, Havana Dancers.

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October 20, 2025 · 5:25 pm

Auditions Announced for THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Cincinnati Music Theatre

CMT invites you to audition for the 2025- 2026 Studio Series production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. This is a musical comedy with music and lyrics by William Finn, with a book written by Rachel Sheinkin, created by Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss. .

The show centers on a fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School, some students being from various elementary schools. These six quirky adolescents compete in the Bee, run by three equally quirky grown-ups. Originally produced in 2005, it has enjoyed success in touring and international productions, and is currently being mounted Off-Broadway.

This production staff is committed to bringing together a diverse group of people. We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, body types, and ages (18+) to audition.

Seeking (4-5) Male Presenting and (4-5) Female Presenting actors who sing well with comedic improvisational skills and can move well.
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

  • Director: JOEY SCHNELL
  • Music & Vocal Director: DARIN ART
  • Choreographer: KAREN HENDERSHOT
  • Producer: JOHN MICHAEL DURNIL

AUDITIONS

  • Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM
    *Invited Callbacks: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:00PM

AUDITION LOCATION:
Clifton United Methodist Church – 3416 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220

PERFORMANCE DATES: March 20-28, 2026

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

Click here for SPELLING BEE Audition Information & Sign-Ups

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October 15, 2025 · 5:02 pm

Auditions Announced for LEGALLY BLONDE: The Musical at Covedale Center

  • Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 6:30pm to 9:30pm
    Callbacks: Saturday, November 15th at 1:00pm

The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts – 4990 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238

If you’d like the audition forms sent to you in advance, email Jennifer Perrino @ Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org.

Production Team: Tim Perrino, Director; Greg Dastillung, Music Director; Cassidy Steele, Choreographer/Co-Director, Holly McGowan, Production Stage Manager

  • Please prepare a song to sing for 16 – to 32 measures in musical theatre style.
    An accompanist will be provided.
  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Readings from the script will happen at the callback.
  • Must be a minimum of 17 years of age to audition.
  • MUST HAVE A RESUME listing theatrical experience in order to audition.

A headshot/picture is appreciated. Please bring a headshot and resume
No more than 2 conflicts will be accepted during the rehearsal process.
All roles are paid positions. No roles have been precast.

Cast members do not have to be the actual ages of the characters in any of the productions, but must be able to look age appropriate and act accordingly.

March 12 – April 5, 2026
Legally Blonde follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

For more information on auditions, contact us at (513) 241 – 6550. Check us out on the web at www.CLPShows.org

  • Elle Woods – (Gb2-G5 Soprano Belt) – bubbly college-age girl who follows her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School and realizes that she has more than just a pretty face and a bubbly personality to offer the world, lovable, determined, vulnerable, energetic and outgoing, tap dance skills are a plus. Must be comfortable with dogs and willing to be/become blonde!
  • Emmett Forrest – (B2-A4 Tenor) – a smart, quirky, sensitive and personable law student. He ends up taking Elle under his wing and believes in her when it seems that no one else does. Must be comfortable with dogs.
  • Paulette Buonofuonte – (A3-A5 Soprano Belt) – funny owner of Hair Affair, a local salon. She becomes friends with Elle and longs to marry a man from Ireland. Must be comfortable with dogs. A Bostonian accent is a plus.
  • Warner Huntington III – (Eb3-Ab4 Tenor) – attractive and charming but very self-absorbed. He will do whatever it takes to achieve his dream of becoming a senator, including breaking Elle’s heart.
  • Professor Callahan – (A2-F#4 Baritone) – a pompous and manipulative law professor at Harvard, able to turn instantly into a conniving shark at the turn of a hat
  • Vivienne Kensington – (A3-F5 HUGE Soprano Belt) – overachieving, stuck-up, wealthy, smart and savvy law student who is intellectually driven, feels very threatened by Elle’s presence at Harvard. Must be willing become a brunette.
  • Brooke Wyndham – (A3-G5 Alto or Soprano) – an exercise video star and former Delta Nu sorority girl who was accused of murder. Being physically fit is a must for this role, to properly do high level aerobics with enough stamina to continue singing.
  • Pilar, Margot, Serena – (G#3-F5 Belt) – Elle’s entourage who follow her through the story acting as her “Greek Chorus”. Pilar is the sassy and sensible sorority sister. Margot is the seemingly dim-witted, boy-crazy sorority sister. Serena is the energetic cheerleader sorority sister.
  • Kyle B. O’Boyle – (no vocal requirement) – a physically fit, attractive UPS deliveryman, Paulette’s dream guy. Must be comfortable with dogs. Irish dancing skills are a plus!
  • Enid Hoops – (G3-G5 Soprano Belt) – a strong, opinionated, feminist law student at Harvard.
  • Elle’s Mom – (C4 – E5 Alto) – High society socialite from Malibu.
  • Elle’s Dad – (D3 – E#4 Baritone) – High society golfer from Malibu.
  • Kate – (Bb3 – Eb5 Alto) – Delta Nu scholastic chair, the bookworm!
  • Leilani – (B3 – Eb5 Alto) – Delta Nu sorority sister with vocal solo.
  • Cashier at Hair Affair – Strong Dancer, Colorist at Hair Affair – Strong Dancer
  • Sundeep Padamadan – A foreign Harvard law student. Former leader of his country.
  • Aaron Schultz – A smug and arrogant Harvard law student.
  • Dewey – Paulette’s rude, mean, dog-stealing, trailer-trash ex-boyfriend.
  • Nikos Argitakos – Brooke Wyndham’s pool boy.
  • Carlos – Nikos’ “best friend”.
  • Grand Master Chad – UCSD frat boy.
  • Winthrop – Harvard Law admissions officer.
  • Pforzheimer – Harvard Law admissions officer. Lowell – Harvard Law admissions officer.
  • Whitney – Vivienne’s best friend at Harvard law. Her father is next in line to be the Speaker of the House and Vivienne brags about it.
  • Chutney Wyndham – Brooke Wyndham’s jealous step-daughter. Featured in the courtroom as a witness.
  • Judge – Featured characters in the courtroom trial.
  • Court stenographer – Featured characters in the courtroom trial.
  • ENSEMBLE: UCSD students, Prisoners/Dancers at Boston’s Women’s Correctional Facility, Harvard Law students, Courtroom spectators and trial personnel, Sales personnel, Parade Dancers

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