Village Players Theatre

How We Do Auditions

Our musical auditions are a combination of prepared song pieces by you, the auditioner, and "cold reads".  For plays, auditions are generally limited to “cold reads,” meaning that no preparation is necessary. Each director may handle auditions slightly differently, so we encourage you to read the audition notice for the show you are interested in auditioning for. If you feel inclined to get a jump on the competition, many scripts are available at The Toledo Lucas County Public Library. Headshots and résumés are not required, however, they are always appreciated. We provide a brief information sheet that you will need to complete in order to audition. So what are you waiting for?!

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Audition Dates and Times

The Wedding Singer

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for The Wedding Singer at The Village Players.

Your audition panel will consist of the Director, Music Director, and Choreographer. Some Stage Managers and Assistants may also appear on the panel in an advisory capacity. All auditionees will attend a group vocal audition, as well as a group dance call. All auditionees must be at least 18 years of age on or before the first rehearsal. This is a community theatre production and no performers are paid.

Please take time to look at the audition packet provided for more details. Sign Up Here

 

Saturday March 14th

6:00 - 6:30 pm - Group A Vocal Audition

6:30- 7:00 pm- Group A and B Dance Audition

7:00-7:30 pm- Group B Vocal Audition

7:30-8 pm- Group C Vocal Audition

8-8:30 pm - Group C and D Dance Audition

8:30-9 pm- Group D Vocal Audition

 

Sunday March 15th

6:00 - 6:30 pm - Group E Vocal Audition

6:30- 7:00 pm- Group E and F Dance Audition

7:00-7:30 pm- Group F Vocal Audition

7:30-8 pm- Group G Vocal Audition

8-8:30 pm - Group G and H Dance Audition

8:30-9 pm- Group H Vocal Audition

Auditions are by appointment only; you’ll sign up for a group vocal audition, and will be assigned a dance call either before or after. (a detailed breakdown of the audition schedule is in the packet https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13uEFkuaEZkMaziAhj0U4IB4iCBvurz5Y?usp=drive_link )

• Please prepare a 32 bar cut, in the style of the show. Singing from the show IS permitted.

• You may choose to use a karaoke track (we will provide a bluetooth speaker). Or bring sheet music in the proper key and piano accompaniment will be provided.

•Also please prepare one of the monologues included in the audition packet.

• Ensure you have completed your audition form, (either ahead of time, or at time of audition) and list ALL clashes with the provided planned rehearsal dates

Show Dates:

June 12th, 13th, 18th, 19th, 20th @ 7:00 pm

June 14th, 21st @2 pm

Rehearsal Schedule: Monday- Thursdays starting April 6-9 pm (Likely M-W for the first few weeks then add Thursday as we get closer)

 

 

‘Night Mother by Marsha Norman

Directed by Stephanie Dennehy

Auditions are April 10th 7:00-9:00 pm and April 11th 2:00-4:00 pm

Location: 2740 Upton Ave, Toledo, OH 43606

Rehearsals: 7-9/9:30pm 2-3 times a week depending on who is cast (weekends again depend on cast choice)

Calendar will be made available for any conflicts

Show dates are July 10-12, 2026 (NO intermission)

Casting will be non-traditional. People of all ethnicities strongly encouraged to audition. Only ages must be appropriate for each generation spoken about in the text. Would love a 1-minute monologue but not required. Please be familiar with the show before auditions. Sides will be provided and available prior to auditions, see link below.

JESSE- late 30’s/early 40’s – solitary person but didn’t used to be. Quirky sense of humor. Familiarity between her and her mom as they have lived together for a long time. Has son in late teens/early 20’s.

THELMA – Jesse’s mother- late 50’s/early 60’s – has begun to feel her age and takes it easy when she can or when it serves her purposes to LET someone help her. She likes talking. Believes things ARE the way she says they are. She’s chatty, nosy, and this is HER house.

Link to Google Drive - https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_ogiRsaAnp4onJuvWAAMqK9a_4yXuKMe