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November 3, 2025 · 6:30 pm

MEALS FOR MONOLOGUES at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati on Dec. 8-9 & 11

Casting Society of America Member D. Lynn Meyers to audition Actors
to encourage support of local foodstore

(Cincinnati, OH) Dim the lights, raise the curtain! Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati hosts its 14th annual Meals 4 Monologues auditions. Actors from throughout the nation are invited to a general audition call to perform for ND. Lynn Meyers, a member of the Casting Society of America (CSA), and are encouraged to make a donation to Cincinnati’s Freestore Foodbank.

The event, in an effort to support local food banks while auditioning local talent, will be held in-person on Monday, December 8 from 11 am – 6 pm, Tuesday, December 9 from 9 am – 3 pm, and virtually via Zoom on Thursday, December 11 from 10 am – 2 pm. This is an open casting call to all Equity union and non-union actors for future theatre, film, TV, and/or commercial projects cast by D. Lynn Meyers, CSA. This call is for all interested without regard to previous experience and with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion.

Sign-ups are now available and are and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Audition time slots are 3 minutes each and must be scheduled ONLINE at www.ensemblecincinnati.org/about/auditions.

To audition:

  • ·Upload a current HEADSHOT and RÉSUMÉ (DO NOT email them) during sign-up
  • ·Prepare a short monologue and song (must be performed a cappella), or two prepared monologues
  • ·Make a suggested donation to the Cincinnati Freestore Foodbank: https://bit.ly/M4M_25

The Freestore Foodbank is the largest emergency food and services provider to children and families in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana, distributing 33 million meals annually to low-income individuals and families. The Freestore Foodbank supports 511 community partner agencies serving 20 counties in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. This includes food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, community centers, program sites, senior centers, and daycare facilities. The Freestore Foodbank is a member of Feeding America.

The Casting Society of America (CSA) is the premier organization of theatrical Casting Directors in film, television, and theatre. Although it is not a union, the CSA is a united professional society that consistently sets the level of professionalism in casting upon which the entertainment industry relies. CSA’s more than 490 members are represented not only in the United States, but also in Europe, Canada, Australia, and South Africa. “I am very proud to be a member of the Casting Society of America,” says CSA member D. Lynn Meyers. “The idea of Meals 4 Monologues came from a desire to always see new talent and to aid the community. I am delighted at the opportunity to see new faces and to spread outreach beyond the Greater Cincinnati area through this event.”

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Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is supported, in part, by the generosity of community contributions to the ArtsWave Campaign.

The Ohio Arts Council helps fund Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is a professional theatre dedicated to producing world and regional premieres of works that often explore compelling social issues. We fulfill our mission through our stage productions and educational outreach programs that enlighten, enliven, enrich, and inspire our audiences.

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October 28, 2025 · 5:19 pm

Auditions Announced for THE WIZARD OF OZ at Loveland Stage Company

Loveland Stage Company is thrilled to announce auditions for THE WIZARD OF OZ.

Audition Dates:

  • November 10th & 12th from 7:00-9:30PM

What to Prepare:

  • Verse and chorus of a song in the style/range of your desired character
  • Be ready for cold readings from the script!
  • A short dance routine will be taught, so please wear shoes you can move in!
  • Auditions are open to anyone ages 16 and up.

The full list of principal roles (with vocal ranges) can be found on the signup page below.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this classic journey over the rainbow!

Sign up for your audition slot here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EACAA22A4FBC34-60015934-auditions#/

THE WIZARD OF OZ runs March 13-29, 2026

Director: Carissa Sloan
Producer: Jill Gornet
Music Director: Mark Durbin
Vocal Director: Amy Prestridge
Choreographer: Paula Gerhardt

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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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