AUDITIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
MPA operates based on the current CDC guidelines. Changes to our masking policy will be based on the current CDC guidelines in Clark County.
If you are needing to use a track and not the accompanist provided for one or both of your songs, please email your tracks in advance as an MP3 precut. (Please note this is for musical auditions only.)
Actors in all MPA Theater Company shows are volunteers. But we understand that travel to be in a play is difficult with our current gas prices. We will be offering a $50.00 thank you to each cast member upon completion of the show.
Audition Submission and Contact Details
Please send in video auditions to Taron@metropolitanperformingarts.org by June 20th.
Audition & Callback Date, Time and Venue
In person Auditions will be June 21st
(Please sign up for a time by clicking "Online Sign Ups" above)
Callbacks
June 22nd, 1:00 pm-5:00 PM
(you may not be needed for the entire time)
There will be a dance call back so please bring the appropriate shoes and attire to the audition.
The audition, callback, rehearsal and performance venue is
Metropolitan Performing Arts located at 6403 E Mill Plain Blvd. Vancouver, WA 98686.
Audition and Callbacks Panel
You will be auditioning for the Director, Bryce Britton; Musical Director, Alex Trull and Choreographer, Kemba Shannon. An accompanist will also be present in the room at auditions and callbacks.
The Stage Manager will be at the venue to run the callbacks and assist with any questions.
Once in the Calendar, go to June 21st and click the time you are interested in.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
A cast of 9-22 roles for actors
We are looking for:
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Variety in look with all ethnicities, body shapes and sizes (we are open to cross-gender casting)
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Versatility in acting range, with the ability to play more than one character, including Characters of contrasting ages
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Strong solo singers who can also blend in an ensemble
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Strong singers who can move
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Strong dancers who can sing
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Friendly people who work hard
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Commitment to the show and rehearsal process
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A good attitude
THE CHARACTERS
AUDITION FORMAT
Video auditions must be submitted via email by June 20th, 2025. Any video submissions received after will not be considered.
Include a headshot, acting resume and completed audition form. Please sign up for an audition slot on the MPA website.
In Person Auditions
You will have two mins to sing selections from two contrasting songs of your choice, preferably in the style of the show.
You are required to sing a song that shows your vocal range and ability. This should be a song that you know well and can perform by heart. A song in the style of the show is preferred. You need to provide sheet music in the correct key for the provided accompanist. Do not sing acapella. If you would like to self- accompany your song with an instrument (e.g. piano/guitar) you are welcome to do so.
Video Submission Auditions
You have three minutes total for your submission. You should include your slate, two vocal selections from contrasting songs (in the style of the show) and a short monologue. Please make sure that you send in your audition form, head shot, and resume with your audition. Please submit this audition with the subject line ‘Hair casting, your name’. Submit this to Taron@Metropolitanperformingarts.org
Callback Format
All auditionees should keep the call back dates available just in case. You will be
contacted if you are required for call backs and emailed further music to prepare if
required. Everyone should be prepared to sing and read a script excerpt
from the show in a “cold read.” You should also be prepared for a dance call. Please bring appropriate attire to move in.
Casting Outcomes
We will notify you as soon as possible of the outcome of your audition whether you are cast or not. Please ensure that the contact details you provide on your audition form are correct.
Auditionees who are cast will be contacted by telephone. Auditionees who are not cast will be notified by email.
REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES
Rehearsals
General rehearsals are planned to commence on July 14th, 2025 from 7:00-10:00 PM.
All rehearsals are held at Metropolitan Performing Arts.
Please note that rehearsal calls are subject to change but the general times are below. Rehearsal days are listed on the Audition form.
Rehearsals - Mondays are 7:00pm-10:30pm and Thursdays 7:00pm-10:00pm, Saturdays are either 1-6 pm or 6-10 pm and Sundays are 1-6 pm or 5-10pm. There will be additional rehearsals closer to the opening of the show as time permits. You will have the schedule in advance.
We value your time, so we will only call you for the rehearsals where you are needed. However, you should ensure that you are generally available for these times during the rehearsal period prior to auditioning. We will be taking the first two weeks of August completely off and resuming after that.
If you anticipate absences during the rehearsal period, please be honest about this on the audition form.
Tech Week
Cast will be required for each rehearsal during tech weeks and all performances. This is not negotiable.
Please consider your availability for rehearsals and the performance season prior to auditioning to avoid disappointment.
Tech and Cue to Cue: October 4th and 5th, please be available both days. Specific times will be announced once the cast is set.
Dress Rehearsals:
October 7th and 8th
Final Dress Thursday, October 9th
Performance Dates
Performances are listed below. Tickets will be $25-$30 general admission and $26-$21 for Military/Senior/Students. (we participate in Arts for All) All cast members will get two comp tickets to use for the run.
Friday, Oct. 10th at 7:00pm (Special VIP donor hour before opening)
Saturday, Oct. 11th at 7:00pm
Sunday, Oct. 12th at 2:00pm (Discount Day)
Friday, Oct. 17th at 7:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 18th at 2:00PM
Saturday, Oct. 18th at 7:00pm (PRIDE NIGHT)
Sunday, Oct. 19th at 2:00PM
Friday, Oct. 24th at 7:00 pm (MPA Alumni Day)
Saturday, Oct. 25th at 2:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 25th at 7:00pm
Sunday, Oct. 26th at 2pm (Closing Day)
If you have any questions please email or call MPA at the above email or 360-975-1585
