WHEN: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 2PM - 4PM OR Monday, March 24th, 2025 from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition.

WHERE: The Xenia Miller Room on the Second Floor of the Commons - 300 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+.
We encourage actors of all races and ethnicities to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use.

HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing, be prepared to do cold reads from the script. Come with a list of potential rehearsal conflicts from March 31st - May 4th.

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 March 24th, 2025. Reach out to the director (joshhogan@millracetheatre.org) for more information.

CASTING AND REHEARSALS: Cast list will be released on the MRTC website and social media pages by Friday, March 28th, Rehearsals begin Monday, March 31st, 2025. For a full character list breakdown, expand the next section below.

PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Cast will be expected to be at all shows and all rehearsals during the week leading up to the show.

QUESTIONS: Email Director Josh Hogan at joshhogan@millracetheatre.org or meteor@millracetheatre.org

WHEN: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 2PM - 4PM OR Monday, March 24th, 2025 from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition.

WHERE: The Xenia Miller Room on the Second Floor of the Commons - 300 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+.
We encourage actors of all races and ethnicities to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use.

HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing, be prepared to do cold reads from the script. Come with a list of potential rehearsal conflicts from March 31st - May 4th.

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 March 24th, 2025. Reach out to the director (joshhogan@millracetheatre.org) for more information.

CASTING AND REHEARSALS: Cast list will be released on the MRTC website and social media pages by Friday, March 28th, Rehearsals begin Monday, March 31st, 2025. For a full character list breakdown, expand the next section below.

PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Cast will be expected to be at all shows and all rehearsals during the week leading up to the show.

QUESTIONS: Email Director Josh Hogan at joshhogan@millracetheatre.org or meteor@millracetheatre.org

It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!

It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Thursday, March 20th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!

It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Thursday, March 13th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!

It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Tuesday, March 11th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .

Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult

Show Dates:

February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm

CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!

Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .

Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult

Show Dates:

February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm

CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!

Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .

Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult

Show Dates:

February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm

CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!

It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!

Saturday February 1st will be our third build day for Rock of Ages!

Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 1st from 1:00-5:00pm!

It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!

Saturday January 25th will be our second build day for Rock of Ages!

Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 25th from 1:00-4:00pm!

Our friends at 4th Street Bar are hosting an ALL 80’s themed trivia night on Thursday, January 23rd beginning at 7PM!

We know you all still have those neon colors, leg warmers, and Members Only jackets in the back of your closet! Every team member dressed up receives extra credit!!

Not only are they throwing a totally rad trivia party, they are also raising money to be donated to the Mill Race Theatre Company! 10% of all food sales will be donated as long as a bucket passed to teams for monetary donations! So please bring some extra cash!

RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST and can be made by calling 4th Street Bar and Grill at 812-376-7063!

**Please note that this is for ages 21+**

See you there!!!

It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!

This Saturday, January 18th will be our first build day for Rock of Ages!

Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!

No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.

WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 18th from 1:00-4:00pm!

WHEN: Monday, December 16th OR Tuesday, December 17th from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Possible call backs on Wednesday, December 18th. 

WHERE: East High School - 230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 - Room c110 (enter by “S” door off Marr Rd.)

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.

HOW TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32-bars of music and bring digital accompaniment, plan to dance and read from the script. Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from January 6th- March 2nd.

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WHEN: Monday, December 16th OR Tuesday, December 17th from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Possible call backs on Wednesday, December 18th. 

WHERE: East High School - 230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 - Room c110 (enter by “S” door off Marr Rd.)

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.

HOW TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32-bars of music and bring digital accompaniment, plan to dance and read from the script. Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from January 6th- March 2nd.

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Who’s ready to rock?!?

The MRTC Rock of Ages staff is inviting everyone 21+ to join them at The Garage Pub and Grill on Thursday, December 12th for a night of karaoke fun with Matty O. Entertainment beginning at 8pm!

All are welcome to join and help shake off those rockstar moves and help promote our upcoming auditions and show!

Just look for the folks having too much fun wearing the Rock of Ages show t-shirts!

Mark your calendars for the Saturday Night showing of She Kills Monsters directed by Kate Connor.

Show Synopsis: "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.

Written By: Qui Nguyen
Directed By: Kate Connor

Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief. Expand the Character Breakdown section toward the bottom of our production page for more details.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now!

Mark your calendars for the Saturday Night showing of She Kills Monsters directed by Kate Connor.

Show Synopsis: "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.

Written By: Qui Nguyen
Directed By: Kate Connor

Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief. Expand the Character Breakdown section toward the bottom of our production page for more details.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now!

Mark your calendars for the Saturday Night showing of She Kills Monsters directed by Kate Connor.

Show Synopsis: "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.

Written By: Qui Nguyen
Directed By: Kate Connor

Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief. Expand the Character Breakdown section toward the bottom of our production page for more details.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.

Purchase Tickets Here Now!

WHEN: Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 OR Thursday, August 15th, 2024 at 6PM. Choose ONE date to audition.

WHERE: Fairlawn Presbyterian Church

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 16 - 35 (characters depicted are high school aged to mid 20's/early 30's) Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.

HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from August 19th - October 6th. Auditions will consist of reading from the script and a brief movement component.

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WHEN: Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 OR Thursday, August 15th, 2024 at 6PM. Choose ONE date to audition.

WHERE: Fairlawn Presbyterian Church

WHO: Actors, suggested ages 16 - 35 (characters depicted are high school aged to mid 20's/early 30's) Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.

HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from August 19th - October 6th. Auditions will consist of reading from the script and a brief movement component.

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Mark your calendars for the Sunday Matinee showing of Damn Yankees directed by Nick Hogan.

Synopsis: Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org. Tickets are not for sale yet, keep an eye out for updates in the coming weeks.

Mark your calendars for the Saturday night showing of Damn Yankees directed by Nick Hogan.

Synopsis: Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org. Tickets are not for sale yet, keep an eye out for updates in the coming weeks.

Mark your calendars for the Friday night showing of Damn Yankees directed by Nick Hogan.

Synopsis: Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series.

Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org. Tickets are not for sale yet, keep an eye out for updates in the coming weeks.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July. This is our final set build and will be happening at North High School

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July.

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July.

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July.

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July.

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

Our Damn Yankees set building days are every Saturday in June and the second Saturday in July.

If you are handy with a hammer, drill, level, paintbrush, or words of encouragement (or you know someone who is) come by and volunteer to bring the Damn Yankees set to life!

Don’t have any tools? No problem! Just bring yourself, a good attitude, and clothes you maybe won’t mind getting paint on.

WHEN: Saturday, May 18th, 2024 OR Sunday, May 19th, 2024 at 1PM. Choose ONE date to audition.

WHERE: New Hope Christian Church Gymnasium - 1404 400 N, Columbus, IN 47203 (back building - not the main church building)

WHO: Actors, rising 2nd graders and up. There are lots of speaking, singing, and ensemble roles to fill!

HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts. Audition will consist of singing, readings from the script, and a brief choreography/dance audition.

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