Local in-person Auditions: Friday,  June 12 | 5:00-10:00pm  
1707 Owen Dr. Fayetteville, NC 28304 
by appointment only  

Local in-person Callbacks: Saturday, June 13 | 3:00-10:00pm  
Dance call: 3:30-4:30pm, Appointments: 4:30-10:00pm  
1707 Owen Dr. Fayetteville, NC 28304 
by invitation only  

ABOUT THE SHOW:  Inspired by a true story, BRIGHT STAR is a sweeping, heartfelt musical featuring a Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and 1940s, this deeply emotional tale explores love, loss, and the transformative power of redemption. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. 

Music, Book, and Story by Steve Martin  
Music, Lyrics, and Story by Edie Brickell 
Directed and Choreographed by Antoinette DiPietropolo  
Musical Direction by Sarah Wussow 
Associate Musical Direction by James Clark, Jr. 

Important Dates:  

• Rehearsal Begins:  August 18, 2026  
• Previews:  September 10-11, 2026 
• Opening:  September 12, 2026 
• Closing: September 27, 2026 (with possible extension through October 4, 2026) 

**Note: Student and Public Matinees may be added after casting.  

Rehearsals are from 2:00pm – 10:00pm Tuesday – Friday and various times at the weekends. We may rehearse up to 42 hours a week. Your schedule and hours will vary depending on the size of the role.  

Pay ranges from $400 per week for local, non-union actors; $400 plus per diem for out-of-town, non-union actors (out-of-town is defined as living outside of 150 miles from CFRT). This production is an AEA Single Engagement Agreement Tier C production, and the weekly rate is $769.00 per week, plus per diem, health and pension, and weekly media bump. Housing for out-of-town artists is available. All actors will be paid through CFRT’s payroll system and shall receive a Form W-2 for all wages paid. 

For video submissions: All video auditions should be emailed to auditions@cfrt.org no later than 5pm on Friday, June 6, 2026. Videos should either be submitted via Google Drive, Dropbox, or YouTube link. Please make sure the link is viewable by anyone for easy sharing amongst the team. Include your headshot, resume, audition form, and conflict calendar in the email along with the show-specific material we are requesting. Please only read/sing for ONE ROLE. Reels are not considered a submission. Virtual callbacks will be scheduled for Saturday, June 13, between 10-2pm EST. If we need to schedule you for a callback appointment, you will receive an email by  Thursday, June 11 at 8pm EST. 

To request an in-person appointment, please email: auditions@cfrt.org with your headshot, resume, and a filled-out AUDITION FORM and CONFLICT CALENDAR (Please bring these forms with you to your appointment!)   

What to prepare:  Please prepare all of the materials (song cut & sides) provided below for the role of your choice. If you are interested in more than one track, please only prepare one as time is limited. Click here to access accompaniment/plunk tracks!  

Roles:  

ALICE MURPHY – Plays both 16-17 and 36-37. Alice at age 36-37 is an editor of a southern literary magazine; intelligent, attractive, professional – but with an air of melancholy. Young Alice at age 16-17 is rebellious, high-spirited, adventurous – looking to break out of small-town life and experience the world. She must be very strong singer and comfortable in folk and bluegrass styles. (F3-C5)
Alice Audition Packet

BILLY CANE – A young soldier returning home from WWII; an aspiring young writer; fresh, open, optimistic, charming, and a little naïve. (C3-A4)
Billy Audition Packet

MARGO CRAWFORD – A small-town bookstore owner; a childhood friend of Billy’s who now harbors romantic feelings towards him; a natural beauty with a keen intellect. (B3-F#5)
Margo Audition Packet

DARYL AMES – An assistant at a literary magazine. Funny, with a dry and officious sense of humor. Insecure, and perhaps a bit socially awkward, but endearing and innately likeable. (C3-E4)
Daryl Audition Packet

LUCY GRANT – A junior editor at a literary magazine. An ambitious, professional young “modern” career woman of the 1940’s. Strong, forthright and provocative with a sharp sense of humor. (A3-D5)
Lucy Audition Packet

MAYOR JOSIAH DOBBS – The Mayor of Zebulon; a political and financial powerbroker – distinguished, an imposing and controlling presence; has a genuine interest in protecting his son’s future and his family name, but in doing so, is ultimately pushed to a point of extreme and irrevocable cruelty. (A2-G4) 
Mayor Audition Packet

JIMMY RAY DOBBS – plays both age 18-20 and 38-40. Jimmy Ray in his early 20s in flashbacks is Mayor Dobbs’ son and young Alice’s beau; handsome, boyishly charming, well-built and intelligent; from a family of wealth and power and is being groomed by his father for a similar future in the family business; an independent thinker who is not afraid to stand up to his father for what he believes in; he has a sense of personal responsibility and morality as well as a deep reserve of passion and emotion. The same actor will also play an adult Jimmy Ray at age 38-40. (C3-A4) 
Jimmy Ray Audition Packet

DADDY CANE – Billy’s father. A widower. Spry, good looking. Kind-hearted, if a bit lonely. (C3-A4) 
Daddy Cane Audition Packet

MAMA MURPHY – Alice’s mother. A caretaker to her family and her rural community. A warm, loving, sensible woman. Hardworking, with great inner strength and compassion. (G3-C5) 
Mama Murphy Audition Packet

DADDY MURPHY – Alice’s father; an authoritative and a stern disciplinarian; devoutly religious, hard-working, a poor but proud farmer. (A2-G4)
Daddy Murphy Audition Packet

DR. NORQUIST – The local family doctor in Zebulon (Speaking role)
Dr. Norquist

MAX – A customer at Margo’s bookstore, at first, he has a crush on Margo, but later becomes Edna’s beau. (Speaking role)
Male Ensemble

FLORENCE – An employee at Margo’s bookstore and a childhood friend of both Billy and Margo. (A3-G4)
Female Ensemble

EDNA – An employee at Margo’s bookstore. (C4-C5)
Female Ensemble

STANFORD – Loyal assistant to Mayor Josiah Dobbs (E3-D4)
Male Ensemble

GOVERNMENT CLERK – A clerk at the Office of Records in Raleigh (Speaking role)
Male Ensemble
Female Ensemble

WELL-DRESSED WOMAN – A woman (38-40) living in Raleigh. (Speaking role)
Female Ensemble

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Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is driven in the belief that there is power behind simple acts of kindness. Throughout our work, staff, patrons, and community, we strive to spread kindness wherever we can and to encourage children to act kindly toward others. We are proud to be an organization where a dynamic mix of talented, committed, and enthusiastic people come together to do their best work. As we inspire generations to explore the wonder of our world, we desire to see the unique, amazing, expanding tapestry of this world and community reflected in all our programming, behind the scenes, and in our team members, board and volunteers.

What We Do…
CTC has grown to become a national leader in Theatre for Young Audiences. We serve nearly 250,000 young people and families throughout North and South Carolina and are dedicated to creating vibrant and engaging theatre experiences, both on the stage and in the classroom. Our education programs serve children ages 2-18 in creative drama, acting and musical theatre focused tuition-based classes, as well as in schools, and with community partners across the Charlotte region. With a focus on process, our goal is to teach life skills through theatre skills and help those who wish to pursue the craft of theatre to hone their skills and find their artistic voice.

What You Will Do…
Our Director of Education is equal parts strategic visionary and detail-oriented project manager. This is the perfect opportunity for a team-oriented strategic leader and collaborator, active and compassionate listener, bridge builder and champion for theatre education. This position plays a critical role in developing, driving, and leading our education initiatives through hands-on oversight of operational, marketing, development, and fiscal aspects of the education programs. As an ambassador and advocate for CTC, our Director often serves as CTC’s representative and spokesperson, developing key community, state, and national relationships in the theatre education arena.

The ideal candidate is a leader with a passion for our mission and for our purpose and place in the arts sector and in the fabric of the Charlotte region. The Director is motivated by CTC’s commitment to develop culturally rich and dynamic programs on our stages, in our classes and within our community.

Lead, Direct and Manage our Theatre Education Programs and Strategy

• Overall responsibility for maintaining the integrity and quality of all CTC’s education programs including School of Theatre Training (SOTT), Summer Camp, Residencies, OnStage, and community programs
• Build, manage, track, and report the education department budget. The 2026-27 fiscal year revenue is anticipated to be $928,000, with expenses around $852,000. Must be expert in utilizing spreadsheet applications to construct the budget, analyze data and present information.
• Oversee, and drive all Education Department curriculum development and delivery.
• Recruit, hire, lead, manage, supervise, assess, and reward the regular, full-time education department staff. Final approval of teaching artists’ hires. May observe teaching artists in class and provide feedback.
• Oversee development of educational materials, student/program evaluations and teaching artist assessment tools. Oversee the development of show resource guides and other educational supplementary materials as needed.
• Serve as lead and point person for OnStage, including selecting scripts, selecting directors and show staff, scheduling auditions, rehearsals and shows.
• Develop theatre education professional contacts locally, regionally, and nationally. Foster relationships with community organizations and regional public and private schools.
• Serve as the Education Department representative when collaborating with CTC’s artistic team.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support CTC.

Senior Leadership Team Member

• Take an organizational view of key challenges and opportunities from a strategic planning standpoint, adding insight and ideas.
• Work in tandem with other senior leaders in support of the mission of the Theatre.
• Create a positive and collaborative relationship between the Education Department and all other departments.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access throughout the organization with policies and practices that foster transformative change.
• Supports the Mission Statement and Core Values of Children’s Theatre of Charlotte.

Shared Programming Team Member

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is in partnership with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library (CML). We share a building called ImaginOn that houses both CML’s children’s library and the Theatre. There are two shared staff members who facilitate programming at ImaginOn and serve both organizations. The Director of Education represents the Education Department on the Shared Programming Team and supports shared activities.

Reporting Relationship

The Director reports directly to the Artistic Director, serves on the Senior Leadership Team and supervises five regular, full-time staff members. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has a dual management structure with the Artistic Director and Managing Director serving as our executive leaders, with both reporting to the Board of Directors.

What We are Looking For…

• A genuine passion for the mission and vision of Children’s Theatre of Charlotte and a strong desire to be actively engaged in the Charlotte and Mecklenburg County community.
• Preferably at least 2 years professional experience as an associate director or director of education in a theatre or school theatre administration position.
• A collaborative and people-centered leadership style grounded in transparency, consistency, confidence, and empowerment. You value teamwork, make others feel like meaningful contributors, and treat colleagues with respect, kindness, and dignity while remaining attentive to individual needs and motivations.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to manage complex projects, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets is required, along with a willingness to learn new systems and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, including sound judgment, thoughtful decision-making, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional experience directing, mentoring, inspiring, and motivating teams toward shared goals and organizational success.
• Strong financial stewardship skills, including the ability to manage within approved budgets, identify opportunities for efficiency, and responsibly maximize organizational resources.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse personalities, teams, educational partners, and young people of all ages.
• Ability to lead through a lens of cultural awareness, empathy, and belonging.

Other Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Education, Arts Management or related field or commensurate professional experience.
• Experience in Arts Education, Arts Outreach or related fields is a plus.
• Supervisory and team leadership experience is a plus.
• Willing to maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the position. The work schedule includes occasional nights and weekends.
• Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this position is $70,000 along with a benefits package. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits package.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Employer Match.
• Generous paid time off benefit with built-in, guaranteed company closures and holidays and flexible personal time off.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Education class tuition waiver.
• Complimentary tickets.

Application Process

Please submit your résumé and a cover letter (ideally in one document and in PDF format) through our recruiting portal. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the Director of Education is selected.

In your cover letter, we ask you to include the following:

• How will your gifts, talents, life experiences, and abilities contribute to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s mission as well as the responsibilities and qualifications stated in this position announcement.
• Please include 3-5 core values you hold that are most important to you and how they might impact your work at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte.

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Raleigh Little Theatre is seeking youth and adult performers for its upcoming production of Hairspray, based on the New Line Cinema film, written and directed by John Waters, book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan, music by Marc Shaiman, and lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman. This show will be presented in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre.

About the show
It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.

Directed by Lisa Jolley
Music Directed by Micaela Bundy
Choreographed by Liz Sanford

Important dates
Audition Information Session: June 1, 2026 (Monday) 7-8pm [Register on Zoom here]

This information session will include an overview of the audition process, forms, and guidance on how to prepare. This is a great session to attend if you have never auditioned for a show before, never volunteered at RLT, or if you would like to hear more from the creative team about the process and show.

Auditions: June 8, 2026 (Monday) 7-10pm and June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) 7-10pm

Callback List: posted on RLT’s website by June 10, 2026 (Wednesday) at 12pm

Callbacks: June 10, 2026 (Wednesday) 7-10pm

Cast List: June 22, 2026 (Monday) by 5pm

Rehearsals: July 6 – August 20, 2026; Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 7-10pm, with some possible rehearsals on weekends.

Tech rehearsals: August 22, 2026 (Saturday) and August 23, 2026 (Sunday), typically 10:00am-6:00pm, exact times TBD

Tech dress rehearsals: August 24-26, 2026 (Monday through Wednesday)

Preview: August 27, 2026 (Thursday) 7:30pm

Performances: 7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 3:00pm Sundays; August 28 – September 20, 2026; and 7:30pm Thursday, September 3, 2026

Strike: Immediately following the last performance on September 20. All cast members are expected to stay for strike.

A conflict calendar is available at this link for reference.

About the auditions
Please prepare 32 bars of a song from the time period of the show (1960s) and in the style of the character you are auditioning for (Pop, Motown, Gospel, etc. – songs do not have to be from a show), and bring the appropriate sheet music to the audition. An accompanist will be provided for you.

Don’t know your vocal range? That’s ok. Prepare the song that best shows off your voice and the Music Director may ask you to sing some scales too.

All auditionees should arrive ten minutes before the time they are signed up to help with check in. There are TWO general audition days. You need only attend ONE.

A callback list will be posted by 12pm on June 10.

Please sign up for an audition slot using the form linked here.

All performance roles are volunteer.

Questions about auditions? Contact Info@RaleighLittleTheatre.org

If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Info@RaleighLittleTheatre.org to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, and volunteers to help fill out forms.

Volunteer Access Fund
If you face financial barriers related to transportation to the theatre, please check out our Volunteer Access Fund program!

About the roles
Raleigh Little Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, ability, etc. to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the character description.

TRACY TURNBLAD – Our story’s unsuspecting protagonist, she is large and in charge. Confident, talented, and incredibly determined. A romantic with a good heart and desire to cut up the dance floor. Always on top of the latest trends. Understanding of comic timing is important to the role. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: female
Age: 15-19
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
1960’s bright pop belt
This role requires significant stamina

EDNA TURNBLAD – Tracy’s big and blonde mother. She is a working housewife who has lost her confidence and dream to be a plus-size clothing designer. Boisterous and commanding. Often played in drag (a theatrical art form involving stylized performance, costuming, and makeup with heightened performance of gender). Understanding of comic timing is important to the role. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: male
Age: 40+
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3

WILBUR TURNBLAD – Tracy’s simpleminded and kind father. He owns a joke shop and supports his daughter in spite of everything else. He also loves his wife, Edna, very much. Comic timing is a plus. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: male
Age: 50+
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: A3

PENNY PINGLETON – Tracy’s best friend and dorky sidekick. Not the brightest girl, but she has good intentions. Bursting to get free of her mother’s dominating control, she falls for Seaweed with childlike curiosity. Understanding of comic timing is important to the role. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: female
Age: 15-19
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Bright 1960’s pop belt

VELMA VON TUSSLE – Amber’s mother and the director of Corny Collins’ show. She is a devious taskmaster, snobby, and close-minded. The former Miss Baltimore Crabs will go to any length to ensure her daughter is the next big thing. Comic timing is a plus. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: female
Age: 40+
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Character belt

AMBER VON TUSSLE – Link’s girlfriend and Tracy’s nemesis. She is pretty, thin, shallow, snobby, and close-minded. Can’t dance but is expected to win Miss Baltimore Hairspray. Always feels the need to be the center of attention. Comic timing is a plus. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: female
Age: 15-19
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
1960’s pop belt

LINK LARKIN – The star heartthrob on Corny Collins’ show. He is extremely attractive and talented. Hoping to get his big break with a recording contract, he unexpectedly falls for Tracy. Confident singer with good comic timing. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: male
Age: 15-19
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: G3
1960’s pop – baritenor w/falsetto

SEAWEED J. STUBBS – Tracy’s classmate and friend, who is discriminated against due to his skin color. He is cocky but surprisingly lovable. He falls for Penny. Strong singer/dancer. Comic timing is a plus. This role should be played by a Black actor.

Gender: male
Age: 15-19
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Soulful pop/R&B with a strong belt

CORNY COLLINS – The charismatic host of the Corny Collins Show. Good-looking and smooth talking, he is a genuinely nice guy both on and off camera. Comic timing is a plus. Corny should be played by a white actor.

Gender: male
Age: 25-40
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3
1960’s pop style; polished with a little edge

LITTLE INEZ – Seaweed’s little sister. Little Inez should be played by a Black actor. Comic timing is a plus.

Gender: female
Age: 13-15
Vocal Range: C4–E5 or F#5
Soulful, energetic, and contemporary, similar to R&B styles of the 1960s

MOTORMOUTH MAYBELLE – Seaweed and Little Inez’s mother, she also appears as the Guest DJ on the Corny Collins Negro Day show. Big, blonde, beautiful and proud of it. She is sassy and confident. This role should be played by a Black actor.

Gender: female
Age: 40+
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Powerful, soulful belt, Gospel chops a plus

PRUDY PINGLETON/FEMALE AUTHORITY FIGURE – Penny’s strict mother. Very conservative, controlling, and closed minded. Also plays the sadistic gym teacher and prison matron. Excellent comic timing essential; improv experience a plus. This role should be played by a white actor.

Gender: female
Age: 40+
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: D4

MALE AUTHORITY FIGURE – plays Harriman F. Spritzer (President of Ultra-Clutch Cosmetics, Corny Collins’ sponsor), the stressed-out high school principal, and Mr. Pinky (owner of Mr. Pinky’s Hefty Hideaway). Understanding of comic timing is important to the role.

Age: 40+
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: B2

THE DYNAMITES – A dynamic musical trio, iconic of the Motown era and the 1960s. Think the Supremes. Three singers and dancers who complement each other. They don’t need to look alike, but can be synchronous in their music and dance. The ability to sing tight harmonies is important. These three roles should be played by Black actors.

Gender: female
Age: 20-25
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E4

MALE ENSEMBLE Male, Ages 15 – 19, white and black. To play dancers on The Corny Collins Show (Brad, Fender, Sketch, IQ) as well as The Motormouth Kids. May play other featured roles in the show. Proficient dancers who sing and act. Vocal Ranges: ALL

FEMALE ENSEMBLE Female, Ages 15 – 19, white and black. To play dancers on The Corny Collins Show (Tammy, Brenda, Shelley, Lou-Ann) as well as The Motormouth Kids. May play other featured roles as well. Proficient dancers who sing and act. Vocal Ranges: ALL

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WHEN: Saturday May 30, Noon-2pm

WHERE: Cain Center for the Arts / 21348 Catawba Ave, Cornelius

WHAT TO PREPARE: Auditions will consist of readings from the script. You can find these scenes HERE. Please familiarize yourself with all sides. No memorization needed. Printed copies will be made available.

If you have accessibility needs, please note how we can best accommodate you on the registration form.

Registration is required for auditions. Please review the following production details and register by May 25th.

Production Details:
Performances will be September 10-27 at the Armour Street Theatre, located at 307 Armour St, Davidson.

This production will be directed by Hanley Smith. Hanley is a Davidson College graduate who was in the premier cast of THE COTTAGE by Astoria Performing Arts Center in 2013!

Rehearsals will take place at the Cain Center for the Arts in Cornelius.

Rehearsals will be weeknights and weekends beginning August 4, with the exception of some potential scheduled dialect coaching via zoom the prior week.

A tentative rehearsal and performance schedule will be available on the registration form.

Having the time and resources to participate in community theatre can be straining and we want to make this art as accessible as we possibly can. Once cast, there is an opportunity to apply for a stipend through DCP’s Actor Support Fund. Otherwise, all performance roles are volunteer.

Got more questions? Contact Production Manager Carrie Cranford at carrie@davidsoncommunityplayers.org.

REGISTER AND VIEW AVAILABLE ROLES

About the show:
Sylvia and Beau find themselves in an English countryside cottage for their yearly rendezvous, and Sylvia knows this time it will be the beginning of their new life together. But when Beau demurs on a shared future, and their spouses arrive at the cottage, she realizes that this home-away-from-home is a refuge for determining a new path forward. With a tip of the hat to Noël Coward and sex comedies of the past, THE COTTAGE offers a perfect showcase for six actors with endless laughs, hilarious twists, daring physical comedy, and a happy ending for lovers everywhere. This show has a recommended viewing age of 13+.

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The Department of Dramatic Art at UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking a Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company (KTC).

Salary range: $53,000 – $55,000 
Full time 
Closing Date 5/22/26 

Apply here: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/315012

This position is located in the Dramatic Art department within the College of Arts and Sciences. This position will serve as the Technical Director for the Kenan Theatre Company (KTC), the undergraduate production arm of the Department of Dramatic Art.

Under the supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Production, the Technical Director (TD) will supervise, mentor, and train students with a variety of skill levels. Primary responsibilities, during the academic year, include the planning and construction of all KTC productions, leading all builds for sets, lights, sound, and props; design analysis and drafting (VectorWorks); budget management and reporting, scheduling, supervision of scenery construction, equipping and maintaining all shop areas, purchasing materials, and coordinating prop rentals with PlayMakers Repertory Company. The Technical Director will also hire, train, and supervise work-study students working with the Technical Shop.

Additionally, this position will assist the Facilities Director, primarily during the summer months, in creating an inventory system for the Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company and maintaining the Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art. These duties include, but are not limited to, performing minor repairs; coordinating with university facilities management; coordinating facilities upgrades; and coordinating facilities rentals. 

Minimum Requirements: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree preferably in the Theatre Arts, and some experience that provides the employee with the functional work experiences needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preference for relevant theatre experience beyond the undergraduate degree, experience working in an academic environment, supervisory experience, and xperience working with Qlab, ETC, digital mixers and Photoshop.

Established in 1936, Dramatic Art is the second oldest theatre department in the country. Our faculty members are both scholars and artists, teachers and practitioners, constantly moving back and forth between the classroom and the theatre. PlayMakers Repertory Company (LORT D theatre) is embedded within the Department and the symbiotic relationship, between the Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company, builds upon a more than one-hundred-year legacy. The Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art is the crucible where students transform learning into practice every day. Our mission is to educate students to think critically and write cogently about the creative and artistic processes of theatre, its literature, and its history.

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PlayMakers Repertory Company (LORT D), in residence at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, seeks a highly motivated & experienced Production Assistant for their 26-27 season. PRC produces a 7-show main stage season in the Paul Green Theatre, thrust stage, and a 3 show Second Stage series in the Kenan Theater, a flexible space, on the campus of the University of North Carolina.

Applicants should possess a BA/BFA in Theatre or commensurate experience, and two or more years of professional Production Assistant and or assistant Stage Management experience. Successful candidates will have proven stage management skills, excellent scheduling/planning, computer, and organizational/communication skills.

The Production Assistant will assist Stage Management for all productions from rehearsal through the run of a production. The PA will be in charge of running crews for productions. Ability to work with and train running crews drawn from undergraduate students is required.

Contract dates are 8/3/26 – 4/25/27, start date negotiable.

Compensation: $21.00 per hour, paid biweekly.

Apply online at: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/314571.

Questions; contact: Michael Rolleri, Production Manager at: mrolleri@email.unc.edu.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Application deadline: 6/8/26

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PlayMakers Repertory Company (LORT D), in residence at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, seeks a highly motivated & experienced AEA Stage Manager for their 26-27 season. PRC produces a 7-show main stage season in the Paul Green Theatre, a thrust stage, and 3 show Second Stage series in the Kenan Theater, a flexible space, on the campus of the University of North Carolina.

Applicants should possess a BA/BFA in Theatre or commensurate experience, four or more years of professional Stage Management theatre experience. Successful candidate will have proven stage management skills, excellent scheduling/planning, computer, and organizational/communication skills.

The stage manager will be responsible for organizing daily rehearsals, scheduling, running technical rehearsals, and calling 3-4 main stage shows and 1-2 two second stage shows, as well as assisting on the other 3 main stage shows.

Contract dates are 8/3/26 – 4/25/27, start date negotiable.

Compensation: $27.50-$28.50 per hour, paid biweekly.

Apply on line at: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/317796

Questions; contact: Michael Rolleri, Production Manager at: mrolleri@email.unc.edu.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Application deadline: 6/8/26

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Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s (CTC) mission is to create exceptional theatre experiences, inspiring generations to explore the wonder of their world. CTC serves approximately 2,000 students throughout a 10-week summer program with a variety of theatre day camps at ImaginOn and our satellite location at Central Piedmont Community College-Levine Campus. At CTC, we continue to see education as a driving force behind the work we do. By inspiring the minds of our youth, we are helping to build a strong future for our community.

This is a non-paid opportunity for high school students. Interns must participate for a minimum of two weeks from June 1 through Aug 14.

Applications are due May 11th, 2026 at 5pm. Folks who get their applications in will receive higher priority in scheduling to those who apply later. All communication of acceptance and schedules may not go out until after May 18th!

Responsibilities
The Junior Intern will serve in an integral role to support our summer educational programming. The junior intern will have responsibilities working with children ages 3-11 including classroom assistance, drop-off and pick-up, snack time, and aftercare. Other responsibilities include minor administrative duties such as following the scheduling, gathering supplies and maintaining organization. The Junior Intern will provide support to the Summer Camp Counselors, Teaching Artists, and Education Administration.

Apply Here

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Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is looking for exceptional, like-minded artists to be part of their 2026-27 season with 12 productions, including 4 touring shows. Auditions are held once a year at ImaginOn.

View complete information, including rehearsal and performance schedules, here:
https://ctcharlotte.org/Online/article/auditions

Adult actors (age 18+) are compensated at a weekly rate. Student actors gain valuable stage experience rehearsing and performing alongside working professionals.

Unified Auditions for Adults – Ages 18+

Mainstage Productions

• A Year with Frog and Toad
• Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
• Charlotte’s Web
• Disney’s Finding Nemo: A Family Musical

Touring Productions

• Beneath the Baobab Tree
• Amelia Earhart
• If You Give A Mouse A Cookie
• Mariposa/Butterfly

Audition Dates: Fri, May 29, 5-9 PM &  Sat, May 30, 11 AM – 5 PM

Callback Dates: Wed, June 3 – Fri, June 5, 5:30-9:30 PM

Adult Audition Application

Unified Auditions for SOTT* Students (Ages 9 – Grade 12)

Audition Dates: Mon, May 18, 4:30-9:30 PM

Callback Dates: Tues, May 26 & Wed, May 27, 5:30-9:30 PM

Students will be cast in one show: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

*Students enrolled in CTC’s School of Theatre Training program

Unified Auditions for all other Students (Ages 9 – Grade 12)

Audition Dates: Tues, May 19, 4:30-9:30 PM

Callback Dates: Tues, May 26 & Wed, May 27 5:30-9:30 PM

Students will be cast in one show: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Youth Audition Application

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Director: Sidney Horton
Musical Director: Ellen Robison
Choreographer: Rachel Peterson

Auditions:
Saturday, May 16th from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Sunday, May 17th from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm

Callbacks:
Monday, May 18th from 7:00 pm-7:30 pm

Location:
Matthews Playhouse
Matthews Community Center
100 E McDowell Street
Matthews, NC 28105

Rehearsals:
Generally, rehearsals will be Monday-Thursday evenings (7:00 pm-10:00 pm) and Sundays (2:00 pm-5:00 pm).

Performances:
Pay What You Can: July 9th at 7:30 pm
July 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 24, and 25 at 7:30 pm
July 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 at 2:00 pm
July 23 at 7:30 (HOLD)

All actors must be available for all performances.

All performance roles are volunteer.

About the Show:
It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Book by Thomas Meehan and Mark O’Donnell

Casting Notes
We are looking for:
A diverse cast of actors ages 16 and up of all abilities, identities, and backgrounds who can sing and dance. Leading roles, Supporting and Ensemble roles.

What to Prepare:

All Actors: Please prepare a 30 second to 1 minute comedic monologue (preferably from a musical) as well as 32 measures of a musical theatre song in the style of the show that demonstrates your vocal range. Please bring your own sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.

All auditionees will be asked to participate in the dance portion of the auditions. Come prepared to move and either wear or bring shoes and clothing you can move in well.

Submit Audition Form and View Cast Breakdown

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