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We are so excited that you are interested in auditioning for one of our productions.

Our audition information is regularly updated and ranges from musical productions to dramatic plays as well as unique performance opportunities that will stretch and showcase your unique talents and abilities.

Actors should come to auditions prepared with:

A Current Headshot
Resume
Musical Number 30 seconds to 1 minute (Sheet Music Please)
Monologue (not to exceed 2 minutes in length)
Choreography Audition depending on the show and role

Auditions for Season 10 are as follows:

Show 1: Due by April 4 (video submissions only)
Matilda: May 17; Callbacks – May 18
Something Rotten: August 9; Callbacks – August 10
Be More Chill: November 8; Callbacks October TBA
Footloose: October 11; Callbacks – TBA
Alice By Heart: January 10; Callbacks – January 11
Tuck Everlasting: March 8; Callbacks – March 9

Actors understand they may be cast in any role and agree to this when auditioning.

Audition slots for Matilda open in April! Please click this link to secure your audition slot. Auditions will be held at Rise Above located next to Cinebistro at 3501 S. Tamiami Trail Suite 1105 Sarasota, FL 34239.

– June 5-9 & 12-14, 2025
Tickets go on sale TBD
Auditions: Video Audition due by April 4

SYNOPSIS:

This show has a Family Rating of PG-13

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

Matilda – August 14-17 & 21-24, 2025
Tickets go on sale June 5 @ 9:00am
Auditions: May 17 (Signups begin in April)
Callbacks: May 18

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.

Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!

This show has a Family Rating of PG

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

Matilda Wormwood
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched.

Miss Agatha Trunchbull
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children.

Miss Honey
Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull.

Mr. Wormwood
Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman.

Mrs. Wormwood
Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.

Michael Wormwood
Matilda’s older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents.

Bruce
Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull.

Lavender
Matilda’s classmate and friend.

Mrs. Phelps
A nice librarian.

The Escapologist
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.

The Acrobat
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.

Rudolpho
Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner.

Doctor
Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda.

Children’s Entertainer
A party entertainer at the start of the show.

Ensemble
Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchman 3, Kids (Amanda, Nigel, Eric, Alice, Hortensia, Tommy), Parents.

Something Rotten – October 16-19 & 23-26, 2025
Tickets go on sale August 14 @ 9:00am
Auditions: August 9 (Signups begin in July)
Callbacks: August 10

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Created by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick, and successful screenwriters Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, Something Rotten was lauded by audience members and critics alike, receiving several Best Musical nominations and hailed by Time Out New York as “the funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years”.

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

This show has a Family Rating of PG-13

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

Shakespeare
The Bard. Over the top with a huge ego.

Nick Bottom
A struggling writer who cannot stand Shakespeare. Nigel’s older brother.

Nigel Bottom
Nick’s sweet younger brother. A struggling writer who falls in love with Portia, a Puritan.

Bea
Nick’s wife. She loves Nick despite his past lack of success. She dresses up like a man to prove she can be an actor.

Portia
A Puritan woman who loves poetry, theater, and ultimately Nigel.

Nostradamus
A soothsayer

Brother Jeremiah
Portia’s father. A Puritan who thinks Nick and Nigel’s plays are sinful.

Lord Clapham
A posh patron of the theater.

Shylock
An investor to whom Nick and Nigel are in debt.

Ensemble
Roles include: Minstrel, Townspeople, Troupe, Lord Clapham, Shylock, Man Servants, Crowd, Chorus, and more

Be More Chill – January 2-4, 2026
Tickets go on sale October 16 @ 9:00am
Auditions: November 8 (Signups begin in October)
Callbacks: TBD

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, until he finds out about “The Squip,” a tiny supercomputer that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the raddest party of the year and a chance to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk? A hit on Broadway and in the West End, Be More Chill is based on the novel by Ned Vizzini.

This show has a Family Rating of PG-13

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

Jeremy Heere – awkward high school junior

Christine Canigula – passionate high school theater girl

Michael Mell – Jeremy’s retro-obsessed best friend

Jake Dillinger – high school awesomeness personified

Rich Goranski – five feet four inches of teenage bully

Chloe Valentine – the more popular girl in school, crass and confident

Brooke Lohst – the second most popular girl in school, insecure

Jenna Rolan – that girl who knows everyone’s business

Mr. Heere – Jeremy’s dad, never wears pants. Also plays: Mr. Reyes, Scary Stockboy

The Squip – the supercomputer in Jeremy’s head

Footloose – January 15-18 & 22-25, 2026
Tickets go on sale @ 9:00am
Auditions: October 11 (Signups begin in September)
Callbacks: TBD

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.
To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

This show has a Family Rating of PG-13

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

REN MCCORMACK – teenage boy from Chicago

ETHEL MCCORMACK – his mother

REVEREND SHAW MOORE – the minister of Bomont

VI MOORE – his wife

ARIEL MOORE – their teenage daughter

LULU WARNICKER – Ren’s aunt

WES WARNICKER – her husband

COACH ROGER DUNBAR – the high school gym teacher

ELEANOR DUNBAR – his wife

RUSTY – Ariel’s best friend

URLEEN – Ariel’s friend

WENDY JO – Ariel’s friend

CHUCK CRANSTON – Ariel’s boyfriend

LYLE – Chuck’s buddy

TRAVIS – Chuck’s buddy

A COP

BETTY BLAST – the owner of The Burger Blast

WILLARD HEWITT – Ren’s friend, a country boy

PRINCIPAL HARRY CLARK

JETER – Ren’s friend

BICKLE – Ren’s friend

GARVIN – Ren’s friend

COWBOY BOB – the lead vocalist at the Bar-B-Que

COWBOY BOB’S BAND

ENSEMBLE – Singing-dancing ensemble consisting of Townspeople and High School Students

Alice By Heart– February 26-March 1 & March 5-8, 2026
Tickets go on sale January 15 @ 9:00am
Auditions: January 10 (Signups begin in December)
Callbacks: January 11

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

From the Tony® and Grammy® award-winning creators of Spring Awakening, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik, and co-written by Jessie Nelson (Waitress), Alice by Heart is a touching musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.

In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.

As they travel through the tale, Alice by Heart explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times.

This show has a Family Rating of PG-13

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

Alice Spencer / Alice
A young woman full of questions and wonder. Very driven for what she wants.

Alfred Hallam / White Rabbit / March Hare
Alice’s close friend. Also appears in the show as White Rabbit and March Hare.

Red Cross Nurse / Queen of Hearts
Also appears in the show as Queen of Hearts

Harold Pudding / Mad Hatter

Tabatha/Cheshire Cat:
Also appears in the show as Cheshire Cat

Dodgy / Duchess

Clarissa / Mock Mock Mock Turtle

Nigel / Dormouse

Angus / Caterpillar 1
Also appears in the show as Caterpillar and Knave of Hearts

Dr. Butridge / King Of Hearts / Jabberwocky

Caterpillar 2
The role of Caterpillar 2 can be cast according to the needs of each production. An additional actor can be cast or perhaps the actor playing Tabatha or Clarissa (or another role) can play the part.

Young Alice

Young Alfred

Ensemble

Tuck Everlasting– May 7-9 & 14-17, 2026
Tickets go on sale February 26 @ 9:00am
Auditions: March 8 (Signups begin in February)
Callbacks: March 9

Please read the information posted on the signupgenius CAREFULLY!

SYNOPSIS:

What would you do if you had all eternity? Eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck Family does she get more than she could have imagined. When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tuck’s unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. As her adventure unfolds, Winnie faces an extraordinary choice: return to her life, or continue with the Tucks on their infinite journey.

This show has a Family Rating of PG