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].
Check out the script in advance!
Note: Asheville Community Theatre policy prohibits participation by anyone on any sex offender or sexual abuse registry to any activity sponsored by Asheville Community Theatre.
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Mainstage Auditions
Auditions are held over two nights, and you may choose either night to audition. Please fill out the Audition Form (per show) to secure an audition time. Walk-ups will be asked to fill out the audition form on site and will need to wait until the next available time slot.
For musical auditions: In general, come dressed to dance and prepared to sing 16 bars (30-45 seconds) of a musical theatre song, in the style of the musical. Depending on the show, you may be asked to bring sheet music to be played by an accompanist or you may be asked to bring a backing track (like a karaoke track on your phone) to play on a provided speaker. Please read each show’s audition requirements.
For non-musical auditions: Generally, you will be asked to memorize and prepare a monologue or to read pages from the script in front of the director, the stage manager, and another reader. Please read each show’s audition requirements.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Performance Dates: June 13-July 6, 2025
Audition Dates:
- Audition Workshop: Monday, March 17, 2025
- Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, March 24 & 25, 2025
- Callbacks: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Directed by: Zoe Zelonky
About Disney’s The Little Mermaid: Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.”
Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.
Audition Workshop: Monday, March 17, 2025 from 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Learn the audition dance in advance, get feedback on your audition selection, and learn some great audition tips!
Auditions: Monday & Tuesday, March 24 & 25, 2025
Show-specific audition requirements coming soon!
Audition Registration Coming Soon!
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.
- TO BE REVEALED – May 16-18, 2025
- First Cast, Crew, & Parent Meeting: Tuesday, March 18, 4:30-6:30 PM
- Auditions: Thursday, March 20, 4:30-6:30 PM
- Rehearsals: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 PM and Saturday & Sunday, 12:00-4:00 PM, March 22-May 4. Monday-Thursday, May 5-8, 4:30-7:30 PM. Monday-Thursday, May 12-15, 4:30-8:00 PM
- Performances: Friday, May 16 at 7:30 PM, Saturday & Sunday, May 17 & 18 at 2:30 PM
- Ages: 14-19
- We look forward to announcing the title of this production on March 15, 2025!
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.
Summer 2025 information coming soon.
Tanglewood Summer Musicals
Tanglewood Teens
Tanglewood Teens is an exciting year-long program catering exclusively to high school students with a passion for the performing arts. This is 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. This inclusive program is designed to develop artistic abilities as well as foster teamwork, discipline, and confidence. With opportunities to showcase their skills on the stages at Asheville Community Theatre and community events, Tanglewood Teens promises to be a transformative journey of artistic growth, camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences.
Auditions for the 2025-26 Tanglewood Teens will take place in August 2025.
Tanglewood Teens
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. Prepare for your audition by reading the script beforehand.
AUDITION DATES
- Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike – January 31-February 2, 2025
- Auditions: Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Rehearsals: January 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 & 30, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Murder In The Studio – February 28-March 2, 2025
- Auditions: February 4, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Rehearsals: February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Character Descriptions
- =Personal Call Men (two) 1. James Brent (a widower who is plagued by phone calls from his dead wife), Train Porter 1 2. Evan (a friend of the family), Mr. Enderby (lawyer), Scotland Yard Inspector, Announcer, Train Porter 2 Women (three)
Fay (James’ dead wife, calling from…)
Pam Brent (James’ current wife)
Operator, Mary (friend of the family)
Butter in a Lordly Dish
Men (two)
Sir Luke (a shrewd egocentric, haughty lawyer)
Butler, Voice 2, Train Porter
Women (three)
Julia (Sweet, smart, Sir Luke’s mistress)
Florrie (Mrs. Petter’s daughter, up-beat, sassy, cockney)
Susan (quick-witted friend), Mrs. Petter (owner of the rooming house), Marion (Sir Luke’s current wife), Voice 1
- =Personal Call Men (two) 1. James Brent (a widower who is plagued by phone calls from his dead wife), Train Porter 1 2. Evan (a friend of the family), Mr. Enderby (lawyer), Scotland Yard Inspector, Announcer, Train Porter 2 Women (three)
- Bridge Narrows – March 28-30, 2025
- Auditions: March 4, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Rehearsals: Mar 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- My Three Angels – May 2-4, 2025
- Auditions: April 8, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
- Rehearsals: April 15, 17, 22, 24 & 29, May 1, 2025 from 10:00 AM-2:30 PM
Asheville Community Talent Showcase
Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 7:00 PM -10:00 PM
ACT is excited to present the 2025 Asheville Community Talent Showcase, a vibrant celebration of the rich talent from communities across Western North Carolina. Auditions are open to our Asheville community to showcase your special talents and skills. Join us as we spotlight the diverse and extraordinary skills of our community members, showcasing the best of our region’s performers on stage.