Auditions for SBCT productions are open to all members of the community, from beginning actor to veteran stage performer, and are held approximately two months prior to each show’s opening. Within a supportive atmosphere, those trying out are usually asked to read several times from the play script.
SBCT auditions are generally held in either the South Bend Civic Theatre building, 403 N. Main St., or in The Firehouse, 701 Portage Ave. Occasionally, outside venues are used depending on theatre availability and the size of the show to be cast. Check individual audition postings often for location information, which is subject to change.
Rehearsals are generally held four or five nights a week from approximately 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Smaller roles may require only two or three nights a week until the final week or two before opening.) The rehearsal period generally runs for six or seven weeks (musicals are usually a week or two longer).
All productions will take place in our newly renovated theatre, in either the 209 seat Wilson Mainstage Auditorium, or in our 90 seat Barbara K. Warner Studio Theatre. Depending on the production, shows will have either a one, two or three week run. Most productions run for two weeks. All productions allow for an extra “hold-over” weekend in the event of increased ticket demand.
If you wish to be notified by post card of each upcoming audition, please contact South Bend Civic Theatre at 234-1112 or via e-mail at info@sbct.org and ask to have your name added to our actors’ mailing list.
Unless the script specifies otherwise, all roles are cast without regard to race and/or ethnic origin.
“WEST SIDE STORY,” the big summer musical of our 2008 Season on the Main Stage! The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets of New York in this landmark Broadway musical. Two idealistic young lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. The show’s exciting, sophisticated score is often considered Broadway’s finest.
NEEDED: 6 Adult actors (male & female), ages 30-60, & 30-40 Youth actors (male & female), ages 14-30, to play the lead characters, as well as numerous chorus roles. Those auditioning should expect to sing a song from the show. Accompaniment provided. Auditioners will also be asked to read from the script and learn a short dance. Please wear clothing appropriate for dance.
WHEN: Monday & Tuesday, May 19-20. 6:00 P.M. in the Wilson Mainstage Audtorium, 403 N. Main St.
DIRECTORS: David Chudzynski & Michael Cripe.
PRODUCTION DATES: August 1-17, 2008, The Wilson Mainstage
Auditorium.
Individual, corporate and/or foundation sponsors help underwrite production costs of each SBCT production throughout the calendar year.
