WHEN: Saturday, May 31st, 2025 beginning at 5PM OR Sunday, June 1st, 2025 beginning at 3PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Callbacks will be Monday, June 2nd , 2025 (if needed).
AGE GROUP AUDITION TIMES:
Ages 8-12:
Saturday: 5PM - 6PM
Sunday: 3PM - 4PM
Ages 13+
Saturday: Begins at 6PM
Sunday: Begins at 4PM
WHERE: New Hope Church (1404 W 400 N Columbus, IN 47203)
WHO CAN AUDITION: Anyone ages 8-98! The Kids chorus will be ages 8-12 and all other roles will be ages 13+.
HOW TO PREPARE:
Ages 8-12:
No preparation needed!
Come ready to learn a song and a short dance to perform in small groups
Please arrive on time
Ages 13+
Prepare 16-32 bars of a song that showcases your voice
Bring your own accompaniment (karaoke track, sheet music, or accompany yourself)
No a cappella auditions
An Accompanist will be available
Be prepared to learn choreography and read selections from the script
What to Wear:
Comfortable clothing for movement
Tennis shoes or jazz shoes recommended (not required)
Chorus-Only Roles Available: Not looking for a solo? No worries — we’re also casting chorus-only roles. If you’re auditioning for chorus only, you’ll sing in a group — no solo required. It’s a great way to be part of the show without the pressure of singing alone.
AUDITION FORMS & WAIVERS: You can fill out a digital audition form prior to auditioning here. Additionally, you can review our participation waiver in advance here. Paper copies of both will be present at auditions. A waiver must be signed by each actor auditioning in person and every cast member.
VIRTUAL AUDITIONS: Virtual auditions are also available for this production if you cannot attend one of the in-person audition dates. Submissions are due by 8PM on May 30th, 2025.
Note: Virtual auditioners may not be considered for principal parts.
For more information and to submit your video, email the director: MMaurey@millracetheatre.org.
CASTING AND REHEARSALS: The cast list will be released on the MRTC website and social media pages on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025. Rehearsals begin Thursday, June 5th, 2025. Rehearsals vary by role (1-4 nights per week). All cast must attend every night during the final two weeks. For a full character list breakdown, visit our Charlie production page and scroll all the way to the bottom to expand the Character Breakdown section.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Sunday, July 20th, 2025
PARTICIPATION FEE: There will be a $25 participation fee for each cast member to be used toward productions expenses, payable in the first week of rehearsals. Scholarships are available upon request. Please reach out to our Production Manager, Allison Kunkler (allisonkunkler@millracetheatre.org) or more information.
QUESTIONS: Email Director Mikki Maurey (MMaurey@millracetheatre.org)
There are plenty of ways to get involved backstage or on staff. Please visit our “Get Involved” page and fill out the form, or send us a direct message on Facebook or Instagram.
If you need to submit an anonymous incident report for this production, please fill out this form linked here.