Upcoming Auditions and Workshops
All of us at the Civic are committed to the practices of flexible, imaginative casting. We encourage volunteers of all ethnicities and backgrounds to participate in our creative endeavors. Also, reasonable accommodations will be made for those requiring special needs.
The Civic is committed to inclusiveness and practices open and non-traditional casting.
All roles in Civic productions, unless otherwise announced, are open to all who audition. The Civic goal is to foster and develop theatrical talent in our community and encourage anyone, regardless of experience, to audition for our productions.
The Academy of Theatre Arts is pleased to be able to offer free Audition Workshops for each production of the season. Audition workshops are led by the production's artistic team, using the same materials that will be used at the auditions. Time is built into the workshop for participants to receive personalized tips and feedback. Registration will be open two months prior to each workshop. Before registration opens, dates may change based upon staff ability.
The workshops cover the performers audition only - they may include information but not instruction about crew opportunities.
2023 - 2024 Season Auditions and Workshops
Is There Life After High School?
Kalamazoo Civic Senior Class Reader's Theatre Production
Directed by Laura M. Zervic
Music Directed by Lori Hatfield
Synopsis: For some, high school may have been the high point of their lives. For others, it's something they do not wish to relive. However you felt about your high school years, you can be sure they shaped the way you are today. Craig Carnelia has written a collection of songs and monologues that captures the range of high school experiences and how they play out after graduation. And, yes, algebra can come in handy sometimes.
Ages 50+
Auditions: Sunday, December 3 & Monday, December 4, 2023, at 6:30pm
Performance Dates: February 16 - February 25, 2024
The 39 Steps
Directed by Kevin Dodd
Synopsis: Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs and over 150 zany characters played by a ridiculously talented cast of four!
Ages 16+
Audition Workshops:
Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditions: Sunday, January 7 & Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:00pm
Performance Dates: March 8 - March 17, 2024
Forever Plaid
Directed by Mike Artis
Music Directed by Hal Hobson
Choreographed by Katey Martinek
Synopsis: When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of 50s and 60s doo-wop harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Ages 16+
Audition Workshop: Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Auditions: Sunday, January 7 & Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:00pm
Performance Dates: April 5 - April 14, 2024
Disney's The Lion King JR.
Kalamazoo Civic Youth Theatre Production
Directed by Anthony J. Hamilton
Music Directed by Theresa Williams-Johnson
Choreographed by Ryan Singleton and Anthony J. Hamilton
Synopsis: Disney's The Lion King JR tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. It features classic songs from the 1994 film such as "Hakuna Matata" and the Academy Award-winning "Can You Feel The Love Tonight".
Ages 9 to 18
Audition Workshop: Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Audition Workshop: Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditions: Sunday, February 4 & Monday, February 5, 2024, at 4:30pm
Performance Dates: April 19 - April 28, 2024
Registration for Auditions coming soon!
Catch Me if You Can
Directed by Anthony J. Hamilton
Music Directed by Marie McColley-Kerstetter
Choreographed by Sara Sherman and Anthony J. Hamilton
Synopsis: Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me if You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Ages 16+
Audition Workshop: Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditions: Sunday, February 25 & Monday, February 26, 2024, at 7:00pm
Performance Dates: May 3 - May 19, 2024
Click here after December 15 to register for the Audition Workshop.
Registration for Auditions coming soon!
