Category Archives: Auditions

April 3, 2025 · 3:31 pm

Auditions Announced for HELLO, DOLLY! at the Covedale Center

Cincinnati Landmark Productions to hold auditions for the Covedale Marquee season opener: HELLO, DOLLY!

  • Sat & Sun, May 3-4 at 1pm to 3:30pm
    Callbacks: Mon, May 5 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

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

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

Performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities and abilities are especially encouraged to audition and will be considered for all roles.

Important Audition Information

Hello, Dolly!
Book by Michael Stewart; Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder

October 9 – November 2, 2025

This Musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder’s hit play, The Matchmaker, bursts with humor, romance, energetic dance and some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history, including “So Long Dearie”, “It Takes a Woman”, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “It Only Takes A Moment” and the exuberant title song “Hello Dolly”. The romantic and comic exploits of Dolly Gallagher Levi, turn-of-the-century matchmaker and “woman who arranges things,” is one of the greatest musicals of all time!

Production Team: Tim Perrino, Director; Joseph Rivers, Music Director; Cassidy Steele Choreographer.

  • Please prepare to read from the script.
  • Please prepare to sing between 16 and 32 measures of a musical theatre song (an accompanist will be provided).
  • You will be taught a dance combination as well.
  • Must be a minimum of 18 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.

Roles available:

  • Mrs. Dolly Gallagher Levi An indefatigable meddling matchmaker; a widow in her middle years (Orig. Range: Eb3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med-Voice Vers: G3-C#5 w/ opt. notes down to F#3)
  • Mrs. Irene Molloy A millineress with a hat shop near 14th Street in New York City (Contralto – Range in both versions: A3-D5, w/ optional notes down to G3 and up to E5)
    Minnie Fay A young girl who works in Irene’s Shop (Comic Soprano – Orig. Range: Eb4-F5 w/ opt. notes down to C4; Med. Voice Vers: Bb3-F5)
  • Ernestina A single woman in need of Mrs. Levi’s services (Range in both versions: F4-D5)
    Ermengarde The 17-year-old niece of Horace Vandergelder (Orig. Range: E4-G5; Med. Voice Vers: A3-C#5)
  • Horace Vandergelder Proprietor of a hay and feed store in Yonkers, NY and a client of Mrs. Levi’s (Baritone – Range in both versions: B2-E4)
  • Cornelius Hackl Vandergelder’s chief clerk, 33 years old (High Baritone – Orig. Range: D#3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med. Voice Vers: C3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to A2)
  • Barnaby Tucker An assistant to Cornelius, 17 years old (Tenor – Orig. Range: E3-G4 w/ opt. notes down to Bb2; Med. Voice Vers: Bb2-G4 w/ opt. notes down to A2)
  • Ambrose Kemper A young artist seeking to marry Ermengarde (Tenor – Orig. Range: E3-G4; Med. Voice Vers: F#3-F#4)
  • Ensemble: medium-sized ensemble of all ethnicities who act, sing, and dance their way throughout the production. All tracks in the ensemble will require varying amounts of elegant dancing as well as exceptional physical acting and singing. Performers interested in auditioning for this ensemble should have some proficiency in musical theatre/dance.

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as ,

April 2, 2025 · 3:35 pm

Auditions Announced for THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Lebanon Theatre Company

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Directed by Rachel Brown

Audition Dates:

  • Sunday, April 13 at 2:00pm and
  • Monday, April 14 at 6:30pm
  • While in-person auditions are strongly encouraged, if you cannot attend on the audition dates please reach out to submit a video audition. All submissions must be received by Monday, April 14 at 6:30 pm.
  • Click here to request video submission information

​Production Dates: July 25 – Aug 3

Audition Details

  • Please bring a 32-bar cut of a song in the style of the show (please do not sing music from the show). An accompanist will be provided.
  • You will be asked to do cold readings from the script
  • Auditions will last between 1-2 hours depending on the number of people auditioning
    You may be asked to read for multiple different characters
  • All people 16+ are encouraged to audition

Synopsis
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.
​
Character Descriptions
Spellers should be able to convincingly play children. People of all races, ethnicities, backgrounds, and body types are encouraged to audition for all roles.

  • Chip Tolentino – An athletic, social, boy scout and champion of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, he returns to defend his title, but he finds puberty hitting at an inopportune moment. C4 – B5
  • Logainne Schwartzandgrunenierre (Schwartzy) – Logainne is the youngest and most politically aware speller, often making comments about current political figures. She is driven by internal and external pressure, but above all by a desire to win to make her two fathers proud. She is somewhat of a neat freak, speaks with a lisp, and will be back next year. A3 – F5
  • Leaf Coneybear – The second runner-up in his district, Leaf gets into the competition on a lark and finds everything about the bee incredibly amusing. He is home-schooled and comes from a large family of former hippies. He has severe Attention Deficit Disorder and spells words correctly while in a trance. A3 – A5
  • William Barfee – A Putnam County Spelling Bee finalist last year, he was eliminated because of an allergic reaction to peanuts and is back for vindication. His famous “Magic Foot” method of spelling has boosted him to spelling glory, even though he only has one working nostril and a touchy, bullying personality. He develops a crush on Olive. E4 – B5
  • Marcy Park – A recent transfer from Virginia, Marcy placed ninth in last year’s nationals. She speaks six languages, is a member of all-American hockey, a championship rugby player, plays Chopin and Mozart on multiple instruments, sleeps only three hours a night, hides in the bathroom cabinet, and is getting very tired of always winning. She is the poster child for the Over-Achieving Asian, and attends a Catholic school called “Our Lady of Intermittent Sorrows.” She is also not allowed to cry. C4 – E5
  • Olive Ostrovsky – A young newcomer to competitive spelling. Her mother is in an ashram in India, and her father is working late, as usual, but he is trying to come sometime during the bee. Having found comfort in its words and vastness, Olive made friends with her dictionary at a very young age, helping her to make it to the competition. She starts enormously shy, and shyly blossoms. B3 – F5
  • Rona Lisa Peretti – The number-one realtor in Putnam County, a former Putnam County Spelling Bee Champion herself, and the returning moderator. She is a sweet woman who loves children, but she can be very stern when it comes to dealing with Vice Principal Panch and his feelings for her. Her interest in the competition is unflagging and drives it forward. B3 – F5
  • Douglas Panch – This actor should have strong comedic improv skills. The Vice Principal. Frustrated with his life, he finds the drive of the young spellers alien to him. After five years’ absence from the Bee, Panch returns as judge. There was an “incident” at the Twentieth Annual Bee, but he claims to be in “a better place” now, thanks to a high-fiber diet and Jungian analysis. He is infatuated with Rona Lisa Peretti, but she does not return his affections. This is a non-singing role.
  • Mitch Mahoney – The Official Comfort Counselor. An ex-convict, Mitch is performing his community service with the Bee, and hands out juice boxes to losing students. He has no idea how to offer comfort, but does find himself wishing he could find a way to make the kids feel better. E4 – A5

Official page |

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as

March 31, 2025 · 5:51 pm

Auditions Announced for HONKY TONK ANGELS at Kincaid Regional Theatre

Kincaid Regional Theatre is proud to announce auditions for HONKY TONK ANGELS, running from July 10-25, 2025.

Synopsis: When three gutsy gals from different backgrounds take charge of their lives, they decide to follow their honky tonk dreams to the city of Nashville.  Combining 30 classic country tunes (including “Stand By Your Man,” “9 to 5,” “Harper Valley PTA” and more!)  HONKY TONK ANGELS is a hilarious, foot-stomping good time from the creator of ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE.

All roles are paid positions.

Kincaid Regional Theatre is a semi-professional theatre that performs in Falmouth, KY.  Some rehearsals may take place in NKY.

Auditions:

Virtual submissions will be accepted and can be sent to kincaidstage@gmail.com. Virtual submissions must be submitted by Saturday, April 19.

In Person:

Sign up for a timeslot below (walk ins are also welcome!):

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CAFA729A7FBC61-55976727-kincaid#/

  • Sunday April 13, 1:00-3:30 PM
    Location: Footlighters Theatre, 802 York Street, Newport KY 41071
  • Tuesday April 15, 6:30-8:30 PM
    Location: Kincaid Regional Theatre, 208 Memory Drive Falmouth, KY 41040

Audition Requirements:

Please prepare 16-32 bars of a country song (a ‘musical theatre’ country song will also be accepted).

Please bring a resume/headshot and any conflicts from June 2-July 3. Note: Tech week will be July 6-9.

Performances (Thursdays-Sundays)

Evenings at 7PM:  July 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, and 25

Matinees at 2:30PM: July 13, 19, 20

Character Descriptions:

Angela (Female – Mid 30s-Late 40s): A Texas housewife. She has a great sense of humor and a fiercely independent streak. She identifies with “Roseanne,” an earth-mother comedienne.

Solo songs: ‘Stand By Your Man’, ‘Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’, ‘Harper Valley PTA’, ‘Almost Persuaded’.

Darlene (Female – 20s): A young woman from the deep South. She is sweet and simple. A young woman who grew up in a coal mining town in West Virginia and the Mississippi Delta.  Basic guitar skills are a plus, but not necessary.

Solo songs: ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’, ‘Ballad to Billie Joe’, ‘Fancy’, ‘Angels Among Us’.

Sue Ellen (Female – 30s): A Los Angeles career woman. She is a “citified” country girl.  Smart, but frustrated at her current job.  Must be able to roller skate (basic skills).

Solo songs: ‘9 to 5’, ‘These Boots Are Made for Walking’, ‘Cleopatra Queen of Denial’, ‘Cornell Crawford’.

Please contact producer Brett Price at kincaidstage@gmail.com or director Megan Horton at megan.hudson1988@yahoo.com for any questions.

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as

March 26, 2025 · 3:22 pm

Auditions Announced for BEANS! at Village Players

Village Players of Fort Thomas is pleased to announce auditions for its New Works production, BEANS! – Six New Caffeinated Plays.

  • Monday, April 14 at 7 pm
  • Wednesday, April 16 at 7 pm

Directed by Sean Mize​​

8 North Center for the Arts (in the street-level Judith M. Sarakatsannis Gallery), 8 North Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas, KY, 41075.​

Audition details:

  • Cold readings from the scripts. (Sides will be available to review before reading.)
  • Resume and headshot appreciated, but not required.
  • Be prepared to list all conflicts between May 5 and June 30.

Roles available for all ages, ethnicities, and genders. Dual casting is possible.

Show dates are June 27, 28, and 29.  

Questions? seanwalkermize@gmail.com

List of plays and cast requirements (F = female presenting; M = male presenting)

NO QUESTION ABOUT IT by Teri Foltz
Two strangers meet at a dating event and decide to get to know each other without asking questions. 
Robin — F; a young barista
Zack — M; 30s
Rebecca — F; 30s

COFFEE TEA OR CONSPIRACY by A.K. Forbes
A customer wanting to learn more about their DNA instead discovers a world of alternative facts.
Danny — a customer, any age/gender/ethnicity
Jess — a barista, any age/gender/ethnicity
Jeanie — F; a genealogist; a Sasquatch

THE BARISTA by William Lindsey
Patrons come to the rescue of a busy barista dealing with an out-of-control customer.
Barista — F; professional and detail-oriented
Customer 1* — M; an average guy
Customer 2 — F; exuberant newlywed
Customer 3 — M; exuberant newlywed
Customer 4* — M; macho; a protector
Doctor — M; world-famous neurosurgeon; a narcissist
*Customer 1 and 4 to be played by the same actor

HEARTSTRINGS CAFE by Fred Tacon
Girl meets boy. The boy is late. Is that guitar player singing about her?
Paul — M; singer/songwriter; plays chords on guitar
Lauren — F; an introvert
Chris — a young barista; any age/gender/ethnicity

SUNSHINE COFFEE by Keith Vanden Eynden
A demonic fiend kidnaps a patron in an attempt to reform his atrocious sense of taste.
Hostage/Dana — M; any age/ethnicity
Fiend/Sam — F; any age/ethnicity

OUT OF THE BAG by Ryan Vaughan
A barista meets a childhood idol and gets the opportunity of a lifetime.
Mack — a children’s television writer; any age/gender/ethnicity
Tay — a young barista; any gender/ethnicity
Thought 1 — M; any age/ethnicity
Thought 2 — F; any age/ethnicity

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as

March 24, 2025 · 3:36 pm

Auditions Announced for CHILDREN OF EDEN at Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre

CHILDREN OF EDEN
Book by JOHN CAIRD
Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ
Based on a concept by Charles Lisanby

From Stephen Schwartz, creator of WICKED, GODSPELL and PIPPIN, comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith… not to mention centuries of unresolved family business! Adam, Eve, Noah and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet. but inspiring. message: that “the hardest part of love… is letting go.”

Genevieve Perrino, Director/Choreographer; Michael Kennedy, Music Director; Clare Hingsbergen, Stage Manager, Jerrod Gruber Asst. Director and Tim Perrino, Program Director

To Audition in Person, please email Jennifer Perrino Business Manager at jenniferperrino@clpshows.org. She’ll get you signed up and send you a packet to fill out and bring to the audition. When requesting an audition appointment, please provide: what day and time you’d like, Your Name, Age, Email and Phone.

If you cannot audition in person, see details below for video audition requirements.

Please note: In-person auditions are always a better way to assess talent. 😊

Must be 13 – 19 years of age at the time of the audition.

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, May 27th Performances: July 24 – August 3, 2025

Two audition options: In Person or via Video Link.

IN PERSON AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD at The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts,
4990 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238:

When:

  • Saturday, April 26, 2024 Noon, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
  • Sunday, April 27 2024 Noon, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
  • Monday, April 28, 2024 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30pm

IN-PERSON AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

SIGN UP FOR YOUR AUDITION SLOT TODAY: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/508084CACAA2EA2F94…

  1. To Audition in Person, please email Jennifer Perrino Business Manager at jenniferperrino@clpshows.org. She’ll get you signed up and send you a packet to fill out and bring to the audition
  2. Bring your completed audition packet to your audition appointment.
  3. Important: Arrive 15-20 minutes BEFORE the scheduled audition time to fill out paperwork.
  4. Please prepare a song from a musical theater show tune that best represents your singing voice (please bring sheet music for our accompanist). Please note: Do not expect to sing a cappella or with pre-recorded music.
  5. Dress appropriately as you will be required to complete a dance audition/assessment.

All auditionees must complete all parts of the audition.

VIDEO LINK AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Get your Audition packet as described above.
  2. Send back the following in one email:
    1. The completed audition packet.
    2. A headshot and resume.
    3. Link(s) to your audition video (Should feature you singing and dancing).
    4. Deadline to submit video link audition: Friday, April 25, 2025.
    5. Send email to Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org

You do not have to be an expert dancer. The video just needs to give a sense of how you move/dance. The video links will not be judged on technical quality, but only on your appropriateness to the roles available in the show as demonstrated in the recording.

TECHNICAL POSITIONS INTERVIEWS: Interviews will be set up for those interested in working tech for this production. To set up your tech interview, email Jenniferperrino@clpshows.org with your name, age, phone and what tech position(s) your interested in.

Interviews slots include: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Noon, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
Sunday, April 27, 2025 Noon, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.

Participation Fee: All participants (on stage and off) are required to pay a participation fee for this summer program. Fee will be due at the first rehearsal: $200.00 for performers (includes costume and show t-shirt); $50.00 for Techies (includes show t-shirt).

Please Note: A limited amount of funds are in place to assist with the participation fee. Funds are distributed on a confidential basis. Everyone is encouraged to audition, regardless of ability to pay! Choosing the cast of the show is based upon talent, enthusiasm and availability only. Ability to pay the participation fee is never a factor in casting decisions.
What is CYPT? Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre provides a summer of great experience for performers and techies alike. Many alumni are professional actors, singers, dancers, technicians and musicians. Others are Drama, Opera, Music Theatre, Voice, Music and Broadcasting majors at colleges all over the country. To date, over 3,100 teens have been a part of CYPT!

CYPT has produced 39 years of exciting shows, including: Legally Blonde, Footloose, Hello Dolly, Anything Goes, The Pajama Game, Godspell, Les Misérables, Crazy For You, The Wedding Singer, Grease, Hairspray, West Side Story, Beauty and the Beast, The Music Man, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar and many more!

CYPT is the recipient of the Post-Corbett Award for Outstanding Arts Organization, plus, the National Recreation and Parks Arts and Humanities Award, and the Ohio State Award for Best Student Program.

CYPT brings together scores of teens each summer, on stage and off. In 2024, participants came from 36 different schools, from all over the Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana region.

CYPT is for you! The teenage performer/techie interested in three things: 1) Theatrical Experience; 2) A Summer project with a difference; 3) A lot of new friends with the same interests.

Show Dates:
Thursday, July 24, 7:30pm
Friday, July 25, 8:00pm
Saturday, July 26, 8:00pm
Sunday, July 27, 2:00pm

Thursday, July 31, 7:30pm
Friday, Aug. 1, 8:00pm
Saturday, Aug. 2, 8:00pm
Sunday, Aug. 3, 2:00pm

Strike & End of Summer cast/crew meeting – Monday, August 4, 2025

Tickets on sale now!
Adult $24; Senior, College Students, High School and Younger $22.00;
Tickets may be purchased via the web: www.CLPShows.org or at 513-241-6550 with a credit card.

Leave a comment

Filed under Auditions

Tagged as ,