AUDITIONS
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Stages Theatre!
AUDITIONS AT STAGES
We typically audition youth ages 10-18 for our productions. Adult actor auditions will be posted as needed. We begin taking audition appointments 2 weeks prior to the audition dates listed below. Auditions, rehearsals & performances are held at Stages Theatre Company, located in the Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins 55343.
Please contact our Audition Coordinator Emily Sullivan by emailing esullivan@stagestheatre.org about any accommodations you may need for your upcoming audition with us. We are happy to provide materials in advance, large print scripts, or other requests as needed. Just ask!
IMPORTANT: All participants must agree to and follow these guidelines & expectations:
Expectations for Participants
Social Media Guidelines for Cast and Crew
OUR MISSION: Stages Theatre Company is committed to the enrichment and education of children and youth in a professional theatre environment that stimulates artistic excellence and personal growth.
STATEMENT OF INCLUSION: Stages Theatre Company is dedicated to creating a space where diverse opinions, courageous dialogue, and local, national, and international community engagement is not only valued, but vital to our shared artistic and educational success. We make this pledge in the hope of curating a welcome home for all.
UPCOMING AUDITIONS
Announcing Auditions for Tell Me Your Dreams
A Theatre For The Very Young Production
Directed by Melanie Salmon-Peterson
Learn more about the show!
SEEKING: Youth actors ages 10-18.
We seek a diverse cast and encourage actors of all ethnicities, cultures, gender identities, socioeconomic status and (dis)abilities to audition.
ACCESSIBILITY MEMO: We encourage you to contact us at auditions@stagestheatre.org about any accommodations you may need for your upcoming audition.
WHAT TO PREPARE: Actors should prepare a song 1-2 minutes in length to be sung acapella (without accompaniment).
LOCATION: All auditions, rehearsals and performances for Tell Me Your Dreams will take place at Stages Theatre Company, located in the Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN.
AUDITION DATES: Monday 6/2/25 and Tuesday 6/3/25
CALLBACK DATE: Wednesday, 6/4/25
REHEARSAL DATES: 6/23/25-8/5/25
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PERFORMANCE DATES: 8/6/25-8/24/25
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Character Descriptions:
We will be casting 5 youth roles.
CHILD – Young child, imaginative and expressive. Must be a strong singer. (Can be cast with an actor of any gender, but must be comfortable playing the role as a boy.)
4 DREAMLINGS – the Dreamlings are the bridge between the audience and the characters within the story and guide the audience interaction.
ALL roles are speaking roles, all roles will sing, some soloing and some group singing.
Auditions are by appointment only.
Health & Safety Statement: At this time masks will be optional for auditions and rehearsals.
UPCOMING AUDITION DATES
Check back closer to audition dates for complete details.
*Dates are subject to change.
Tell Me Your Dreams
AUDITIONS: 6/2/25-6/3/25
CALLBACKS: 6/4/25
REHEARSALS: 6/23/25-8/5/25
PERFORMANCES: 8/6/25-8/24/25
Stay tuned for more 2025-2026 Audition Info!
RECENT AUDITION DATES
Madagascar - A Musical Adventure
AUDITIONS: 4/14/25-4/15/25
CALLBACKS: 4/16/25
REHEARSALS: 5/12/25-6/18/25
PERFORMANCES: 6/20/25-8/3/25
Elf the Musical, JR
AUDITIONS: 4/28/25-4/29/25
CALLBACKS: 5/8/25
REHEARSALS: 10/6/25-11/20/25
PERFORMANCES: 11/21/25-12/28/25
ABOUT STAGES THEATRE COMPANY
Stages Theatre Company was founded in 1984 and has since grown to become the second-largest nonprofit theatre for young audiences in Minnesota.
We believe that the arts are fundamental to child development and overall quality of life, and that every individual, regardless of economic circumstances, geography, or ability, should be able to enjoy the joy, wonder, and benefits of participation in the theatre arts.
OUR MISSION
Stages Theatre Company is committed to the enrichment and education of children and youth in a professional theatre environment that stimulates artistic excellence and personal growth.
OUR INCLUSION PLEDGE
Stages Theatre Company is dedicated to creating a space where diverse opinions, courageous dialogue, and local, national, and international community engagement is not only valued but vital to our shared artistic and educational success. We make this pledge in the hope of curating a welcome home for all.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Stages Theatre Company is committed to addressing barriers that can restrict participation to our performances and programming. We believe that every individual should be able to access the joy, wonder, and benefits of participation in the theatre arts. We are working towards a future beyond compliance- toward a fully inclusive environment where all programs and performances are accessible to all. LEARN MORE
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