Upcoming Auditions
All roles at ACT are open to anyone in the community! No experience is necessary to audition. Questions? Email MJ Gamelin at [email protected].
Want to be notified about upcoming auditions? Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form and sign up for ‘Audition Information’ emails!
2026-27 Mainstage Auditions
ACT Mainstage productions are held over two days. Sign up for an audition time by filling out the audition form linked under each show’s information. Walk-ups are always welcome! Walk-ups will be asked to wait until the next available time slot.
Audition Workshop
ACT’s Audition Workshops are designed to give you a head start on your next Mainstage audition. These workshops are an open and inclusive environment, aiming to empower and excite everyone who participates. We focus on boosting your confidence and helping you feel prepared and enthusiastic about auditioning. Workshop participation is not required to audition.
Audition Materials
ACT provides audition song options for each Mainstage season show. We choose a number of songs from the show. From this list, please select the song that best showcases your voice and talent. The tracks will be linked under each show’s information. Until we post the list of songs, feel free to listen to the whole show and get familiar with the music!
Please read each show’s specific audition requirements and dates.
Little Shop Of Horrors
Performance Dates: September 18-October 11, 2026
Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 PM
Ghost Shows (we will add the performance if needed) at 7:30PM on September 19 and 26 and October 3, 8 and 10.
- Audition Workshop: Monday, June 15, 2026
- Auditions: Sunday & Monday, June 21 & 22, 2026
- Callbacks: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 (by invitation only)
- Rehearsals: Monday, July 6 through Thursday, September 17, 2026
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings
About The Show
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey Two” – after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it human blood. Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!
Content Awareness: Contains depictions of violence and murder, substance use, and domestic violence.
Directed by Dwight Chiles
Character Insights
Not sure which role is right for you? Here is a brief description, vocal range, and age range for each character to help you find the best fit for your voice and strengths. We encourage you to audition for any role you feel is right for you! Casting is open to all, and we welcome performers of all genders, ethnicities, ages (16+) and body types.
Actors must be at least 16 years old to audition for Little Shop Of Horrors.
Auditions for Little Shop Of Horrors have closed.
Disney’s Frozen
Performance Dates: December 3-20, 2026
- Audition Workshop: Monday, August 31, 2026
- Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, September 7 & 8, 2026
About The Show
Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.
More information coming soon!
Come From Away
Performance Dates: February 5-21, 2027
- Audition Workshop: Monday, October 26, 2026
- Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, November 2 & 3, 2026
About The Show
Come From Away is based on the true story of when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001.
More information coming soon!
Once On This Island
Performance Dates: April 9-25, 2027
- Audition Workshop: Monday, January 11, 2027
- Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, January 18 & 19, 2027
About The Show
Once on a golden and verdant Caribbean island, a little girl is rescued from a disastrous storm by four gods—Asaka, Mother of the Earth; Agwé, god of Water; Erzulie, goddess of Love; and Papa Ge, demon of Death. So starts the myth told in this breathtaking story of Black joy and sorrow, the aftermath of colonization and isolation, and the triumph of love against all forces.
More information coming soon!
Dear Evan Hansen
Performance Dates: June 11-27, 2027
- Audition Workshop: Monday, March 15, 2027
- Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, March 22 & 23, 2027
About The Show
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a change to finally fit in. Dear Evan Hansen is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it.
More information coming soon!
Summer Play Series
Auditions for the 2026 Summer Play Series have ended. Check out the performance info here, and keep an eye out for future Summer Play Series auditions!
ACT Late Night
Auditions for our 2025-26 Late Night season have closed. Stay tuned for info on other upcoming auditions!
The Autumn Players – Readers Theatre Showcase
For Readers Theatre Showcase auditions, there’s no need to make an appointment – we will get you signed in when you arrive! Expect to read from the script. Auditions, rehearsals and performances all typically take place during the afternoon.
Auditioning for a play? You can check out the script in advance!
2026-27 season information will be posted soon!
Asheville Community Talent Showcase (ACTS)
Performance Date: April 22, 2026, 7:30 PM
The Asheville Community Talent Showcase is a diverse showcase of the talent we have here in Asheville. Bring your best skills – plate-spinning, singing, acrobatics, dancing, juggling, baton twirling – the possibilities are endless & very exciting!
Proceeds from ACTS support the Tanglewood Teens & Tech Crew senior scholarship fund. Tanglewood Teens is an audition-based performance troupe that provides a unique platform for young performers to receive top-level training in acting, singing, dancing, and the performing arts. Tanglewood Tech Crew is an application-based tech crew that provides an opportunity for young artists to receive training in all areas of technical theatre. This inclusive program is designed to develop artistic abilities as well as foster teamwork, discipline, and confidence.
Auditions for the 2026 ACTS are closed. Audition sign-ups for the 2027 ACTS will open in Spring 2027.
Student Matinees
Seeking an energetic and diverse cast of adults for Asheville Community Theatre’s 2025-2026 Student Matinee Season – performances for school groups and younger audiences. These are paid performance opportunities.
Audition sign-ups for our 2025-26 Student Matinees have closed. 2026-27 Student Matinee information will be posted Summer 2026.
Youth Auditions
Youth Productions
This an immersive performance workshop that is specially tailored for young artists who aspire to learn and grow in the performing arts. At the First Cast Meeting, students will be taught a dance combination and song to take home and practice for auditions and parents will receive comprehensive information about the entire Youth Production process.
These auditions are not open to the general public. Students must be signed up in advance.
Learn More about ACT Youth Productions
Tanglewood Summer Musicals
Best described as Summer Stock for Youth, Summer Musicals are fast-paced, energetic rehearsal days that culminate in six public performances on the last two days of camp! With songs, dances, and hilarious material great for performers of all ages, the Summer Musical is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
These auditions are not open to the general public. Students must be signed up in advance.
Tanglewood Troupes
ACT is excited to offer three year-long programs for middle and high school students to receive top-level training in the performing arts.
- Performance Troupes
- Tanglewood Teens – High School
- Tanglewood Youth – Middle School
- Technical Troupe
- Tanglewood Tech – High School
Auditions sign-ups and applications for the 2026-27 Tanglewood Teens, Tanglewood Youth and Tanglewood Tech programs will open Summer 2026.
Script Check-Out Policy
Asheville Community Theatre makes play scripts available prior to auditions. In order to ensure that scripts are returned in good condition and in a timely manner, we ask everyone to follow the following policies:
- Each person checking out a script must leave a $10 refundable deposit or a credit card number. We will keep the cash deposit or charge your card if the script is not returned by the due date or is damaged.
- Scripts are typically available to check out for a 7-day period. One week before auditions, scripts are only available to be checked out for a 24-hour period.
- We are not able to lend scripts or music for musicals.
- Scripts are available for check out at the Box Office. Please call us at 828-254-1320 for hours or to check on the availability of your script.
Asheville Community Theatre will not cast a minor and an adult to portray an on-stage relationship.
Asheville Community Theatre policy prohibits participation by anyone on any sex offender or sexual abuse registry in any activity sponsored by Asheville Community Theatre.