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Auditions
We have a variety of levels of experience and talent at SMCT. If you've ever wanted to be in a show, come to one of our auditions!
Auditions at the Santa Maria Civic Theatre are often different from a standard theatre audition. You may not be required to bring in a headshot, or prepare a monologue. The exact process is up to the director, and typically actors wanting to audition will come to the theater during a specified time and will be asked to read selections from the script with other actors. These auditions usually last one to two hours and it allows the director to see how different actors will look and sound with each other. Some directors will also schedule call-backs for specific actors before deciding on the cast. For musicals it is typical to have to prepare a portion of a song and present it to the director, music director (via a smart device and bluetooth speaker). Some musicals have a "dance call" where those auditioning will be taught part of a dance and asked to show it to the director, music director, and choreographer. We know not everyone is a dancer! Some people are movers. Mostly the audition panel want to see how you learn, take direction, and work with others.
Auditioning Next
Full Length Production
By: Jason Robert Brown
Directed by: Lauren Marszalkowski
In Person Auditions: Monday September 28th at 6p
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Video Submissions accepted now until monday September 28th at 6p
Performs January 15 - 31, 2027
Fridays 7p
Saturdays 7p
Sundays 1:30p
CAST BREAKDOWN
Catherine "Cathy" Hiatt
Character arcs from an ambitious, fresh-faced girl in New York City striving for success both as an actress and in a new relationship to a woman reckoning with a betrayal and a divorce that she is only beginning to understand.
Gender: Female Playing Age: 25 to 35
Vocal type: contemporary mezzo soprano with strong belt
Vocal range top: D#5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Jamie Wellerstein
Character arcs from an ambitious guy with a dazzling career on a promising first date to someone who is blinded by success and ego. He is very charming and charismatic, yet makes unintentional choices that sabotages his own happiness.
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Gender: Male Playing Age: 25 to 35
Vocal type: contemporary tenor with strong belt
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: A2
WHAT TO EXPECT
AUDITION MATERIAL
Actors ages 18 & up are asked to prepare one minute of a contemporary musical theatre song of your choice (Jason Robert Brown or similar, please).
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Actors interested in the role of Jamie, please prepare measures 82-106 from "Moving Too Fast"
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Actors interested in the role of Cathy, please prepare measures 42-67 from "Goodbye Until Tomorrow"Karaoke tracks linked
In Person auditions are Monday 9/28 at 6p at the theatre
VIDEO AUDITIONS | Only if unable to attend in person.
Please submit a link to view your video. It should include a full name slate, your 60-second cut, and your choice of Jamie or Cathy's requested cut, and be labeled with your full name.Video auditions will be accepted until auditions begin on Monday, September 28 at 6 PM.
AUDITION FAQ
An accompanist will be provided; please bring sheet music for your selections. Alternatively, if you wish to use a karaoke/backing track, please have it cued up to play from your phone.There will not be cold reads, callbacks, or a dance call for this show.All vocal auditions will be private with the production team, not in a group with other actors.All auditionees will be notified via email of their casting status.
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ACTOR EXPECTATIONS
No pre-casting has occurred in this process. Please note that this is a very demanding sing for both roles. Both roles involve significant physical intimacy, likely to include holding hands, embracing, touching of face, shoulders, neck, and collarbones, and multiple instances of kissing. By submitting an audition for this show, actors confirm they understand the importance of conversations around boundaries and consent and are willing to work within the above-mentioned expectations during auditions and rehearsals to deliver a performance that is honest and respectful of all involved. Failure to maintain a professional environment is cause for immediate dismissal from the production.
REHEARSAL DETAILS
Rehearsals will take place twice weekly at SMCT on Monday and Tuesday evenings beginning October 12 from 6-9 PM.The rehearsal schedule will honor all conflicts listed on your audition form. Conflicts arising after casting will be considered on a case-by-case basis, with full awareness that your role may be recast if significant conflicts arise.Not all cast members will be called to all rehearsals.Please note that rehearsal availability will directly impact casting.Actors must be available for all days of tech week and all three performance weekends to be considered.
