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Auditions Announced for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Footlighters, Inc.

Footlighters is proud to announce auditions for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY

Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown
Book by Marsha Norman

Director/Choreographer: Jerry Wiesenhahn
Producers: Mary Stone and Megan Horton
Music/Vocal Director: Greg Dastillung

Audition dates:
Sunday, July 12, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Monday, July 13, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Invited callbacks, if needed:
Wednesday, July 15

Performance Dates:
November 5 – 22, 2026 (Thursdays – Sundays)

The human heart has a way of making itself large again, even after it’s been broken into a million pieces.
Francesca Johnson, a beautiful Italian woman who married an American soldier to flee war-ravaged Italy, looks forward to a rare four days alone on her Iowa farm when her family heads to the 1965 State Fair. When ruggedly handsome National Geographic photographer Robert Kincaid pulls into her driveway seeking directions, though, what happens in those four days may very well alter the course of Francesca’s life. This musical is based on the best-selling novel and was developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (The Last Five YearsParadeSongs for a New World) and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman (‘night, MotherThe Secret GardenThe Color Purple). The Bridges of Madison County captures the lyrical expanse of America’s heartland along with the yearning entangled in the eternal question, “What if…?” Winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Score and Orchestrations, this sweeping romance about the roads we travel, the doors we open, and the bridges we dare to cross will leave audiences breathless.

No roles have been precast. All auditionees must be 18+ to audition for this show.

For more information and to sign up for your audition time, visit our website
 

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Auditions Announced for BIRTHDAY CANDLES at Dayton Theatre Guild

Open audition notice for BIRTHDAY CANDLES by Noah Haidle

We are looking for six actors for this upcoming production

Auditions will be held Mon & Tue, Jul 6 & 7, 2026, starting at 7:00 pm both nights.
Production dates: Aug 21-Sep 6, 2026

The Dayton Theatre Guild at the Caryl D. Philip TheatreScape
430 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH, 45410
937-278-5993 — www.daytontheatreguild.org

Directed by Jared Mola
Produced by Rick Flynn

Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her insignificance in the universe. Soon enough, it’s her 18th birthday. Even sooner, her 41st. Her 70th. Her 101st. Five generations, an infinity of dreams, and one cake baked over a century. This sweet, poignant, and funny play takes you through the extraordinary moments that make up one woman’s ordinary life.

BIRTHDAY CANDLES is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Casting Requirements:

  • Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
  • A résumé and headshot are not required but are appreciated.
  • Please provide a list of all known conflicts between Jul 8 & Sep 7, 2026

A note on ages: The actors in this production will portray either multiple characters of various ages or one character across an entire lifetime. As such, the apparent age of the actor is less important than their ability to play the age of the characters truthfully — not realistically and not ridiculously.

-) Ernestine Ashworth:
Travels from Age 17-107

-) Alice/Madeline/Ernie:
Alice – 40. Ernestine’s Mother
Madeline – 21-30. Ernestine and Matt’s daughter
Ernie- 15. Alex’s Daughter, Ernestine’s great-granddaughter

-) Kenneth:
18-90s. Ernestine’s neighbor and admirer

-) Matt/William:
Matt – 18-72. Ernestine’s boyfriend, then Husband
William – 13. Alex’s Son, Ernestine’s great-grandson

-) Billy/John:
Billy – 17-70s. Ernestine and Matt’s son
John – A man woken up in the middle of the night. Beth’s partner

-) Joan/Alex/Beth:
Joan – Billy’s wife
Alex – 17-43. Billy and Joan’s daughter, Ernestine’s granddaughter
Beth – John’s partner

For more information please contact Jared Mola at jared.mola@daytontheatreguild.org

Dayton Theatre Guild is a community theatre that values community representation, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion on and off stage. People of all ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities are welcome and encouraged to participate and will be given full consideration in casting and all volunteer opportunities. Unless explicitly specified by the playwright in the text of the play, all roles will be open to all performers.

The show runs weekends Aug 21-Sep 6, 2026
First Weekend: Friday 8pm, Saturday 8pm, Sunday 3pm
Second & Third Weekend: Friday 8pm, Saturday 5pm, Sunday 3pm

*Children under seven will not be admitted

Individual tickets on sale now
Adult: $25
Senior (60 or older): $23
Student: $18

To purchase:
– https://daytontheatreguild.thundertix.com/
– or call 937-278-5993
– or at the box office day of the show

* All individual tickets purchased in advance via our on-line ticket system or by telephone will also include a $1 convenience fee.

for more information, including auditions, see http://www.daytontheatreguild.org/ 

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Auditions Announced for SHREK the Musical at Springboro Community Theatre

Springboro Community Theater is looking for performers of all ages* to bring “Shrek the Musical” to life at North Park Amphitheater! Join us for a hilarious, heartwarming adventure filled with unforgettable characters, big laughs, and the message that what makes us different makes us special. This high-energy musical features a fast-moving story, crowd-favorite songs, and a large ensemble cast. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the beloved movie or discovering the story for the first time, this fun, inspiring musical has something for everyone!

Once upon a time in a faraway swamp, an unlikely hero finds his quiet life turned upside down when a group of fairy tale misfits are suddenly banished to his land. Alongside a wisecracking donkey and a feisty princess with a few secrets of her own, Shrek sets off on an unforgettable journey to save the day—and maybe discover that true beauty comes from within.

Auditions will be June 8th and 9th starting at 7pm with potential callbacks on June 10th.

ALTERNATE LOCATION: NOTE: Due to an ongoing production, auditions will NOT be held in the Theatre. They will be held at The Gabriel House, next to United Church of Christ (15 West Mill Street, Springboro, OH 45066).

Please prepare a 32-bar (<1 minute) cut of a song in the style of the show that showcases your performing talents! A pianist and Bluetooth speaker will be available—no a cappella auditions, please! All auditions will include a dance call, so have comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes ready!

*Children under 14 are invited to audition with the participation of a sibling, parent, and/or guardian 16+ in the cast, crew, or production team. Children interested in an ensemble-only role do not need to prepare a solo audition piece and may instead participate in a group vocal activity at the start of auditions.

Video auditions will be considered, but in-person auditions are strongly preferred. Videos must be submitted by June 8th at 5pm. Please reach out to Director Emily Kallenberg(Emily.kallenberg@gmail.com) for more information.

Breakdown

Shrek
Our story’s title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on a swamp. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: A2

Princess Fiona
The beautiful princess of Far Far Away, she transforms into an ogre every night when the sun sets. Rescued by Shrek and eventually falls in love with him. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she is not an ordinary princess.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G6
Vocal range bottom: F3

Donkey
A talking donkey who joins Shrek on the run from Farquaad’s guards. Quite the chatterbox, he is not deterred by Shrek’s looks and practically forces himself into his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: C3

Lord Farquaad
The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes to marry so that he can become king. Has an intensely unfair bias against fairytale creatures that stems from a resentment of his father. Self-absorbed, lonely, and cruel. Doubles as GUARD in swamp and KNIGHT in “Forever”.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: B2

Dragon
A dragon that has been charged with guarding Princess Fiona in her isolated castle. She eventually falls in love with Donkey and attempts to keep him there forever. Imposing and flirtatious, but tired of her job as the glorified baby-sitter. Doubles as MAMA BEAR and DULOC PERFORMER
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: F3

Gingy
A gingerbread man initially kidnapped by Lord Farquaad. His wit and resolution help him both avoid trouble and inspire the rest of the fairytale creatures. Puppet. Doubles as WICKED WITCH and BLUEBIRD.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 40
Vocal range top: C#5
Vocal range bottom: B3

Pinocchio
The leader of the fairytale creatures. He is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying. Doubles as DULOC PERFORMER and KNIGHT in “Forever”.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: E3

Wolf
Famous adversary of Little Red Riding Hood. Doubles as THELONIUS, DULOC PERFORMER, KNIGHT in “Forever”, BISHOP, GRUMPY DWARF.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: E3

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Auditions Announced for THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Cincinnati Music Theatre

Cincinnati Music Theatre is excited to announce auditions for our Mainstage Production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL.

“When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!”

We encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, body types, and physical capabilities to audition.

Auditionees must be at least 18 years of age.

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
Director & Choreographer: MIKE FIELDER
Music Director: ALAN MASTERS
Producers: AMANDA EMMONS SHUMATE, BETHANY BROWN, and NATHAN HESS

AUDITIONS

  • Monday, June 22, 2026 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
  • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
    *Invited Callbacks: Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00PM

AUDITION LOCATION:
Friendship United Methodist Church – 1025 Springfield Pike, Wyoming, OH 45215

PERFORMANCE DATES: November 13-21, 2026

PERFORMANCE LOCATION: Aronoff Center for the Arts, Jarson-Kaplan Theatre, Cincinnati, OH

Click here for the SPONGEBOB Audition Notice

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Auditions Announced for PETER PAN JR at Harmony Arts

PETER PAN JR. Auditions

Come fly away with us to Neverland! We are so excited to begin our production of Peter Pan Jr. and cannot wait to see everyone at auditions! We understand this is a quick turnaround from our previous audition, please reach out if you’d like to send in a virtual audition!

Open to grades 1st-8th (incoming 9th graders too)

Audition Date: May 30th, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: New Hope Community Church 3707 Edgewood drive, Cincinnati 45211

To sign up for an audition slot visit www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AFAB2EA3FEC07-64181028-peter#/

What to Bring

  • A device or way to scan the QR code for the audition form
  • A list of all conflicts from June–August
  • A positive attitude and readiness to sing, act, and have fun!
  • A headshot/resume if able

Rehearsal Information

Rehearsals will be held EVERY Friday (unless stated otherwise), and everyone will be called to EVERY rehearsal. Because this production is being put together in a shorter amount of time, it is imperative that performers rehearse at home using provided tracks, choreography videos, scripts, and any other rehearsal materials. Consistent practice outside of rehearsal will be extremely important to the success of the production!

Participation Fee: $65 per participant
This fee is due the day of auditions and helps cover production costs for the show.

Audition Requirements

Please prepare:
A verse and chorus of a song of your choice (songs from Peter Pan Jr. are welcome!)

Please become familiar with the audition sides here: https://www.mtishows.com/script/18318509
 

Performance Information

Tentative Show Date: August 22nd, 2026
Show Times: 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

At Harmony Arts, we truly believe there are no small roles. Every character is an important piece of the story, and every performer contributes something valuable to the production. Casting decisions are based on many different factors including vocal fit, acting ability, chemistry, ensemble balance, rehearsal availability, and overall production needs. Receiving a certain role is never a reflection of a child’s worth or talent. We work very hard to ensure every performer has meaningful stage time and opportunities to shine throughout the show. Please help prepare and encourage your child to be excited and open to any role they may receive, because every role in Neverland matters!

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