2026 FALL AUDITIONS

HOW TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION APPOINTMENT

1. Use the Link Below to Schedule your specific Audition Time

SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION

The Audition appointment scheduling site will close on Thursday August 20 at 12pm. If you have not made an appointment by then, you are still welcome to attend as a Drop-in.*

2. Once registered the Stage Manager will email you confirmation and audition form.

3. Complete the online form and return it to our Management Team.

INSTRUCTIONS: PRELIMINARY AUDITIONS

Casting Call: Emilia

Emilia by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm is a fierce, poetic, and powerful drama telling the story of Emilia Bassano Lanier, one of England's first published female poets. It beautifully explores her identity as a woman of color in Renaissance England while tackling themes of race, gender, and literary legitimacy.

When Shakespeare cast his plays, all roles were performed by men. Emilia inverts that convention — this production will cast women / female-presenting actors throughout. Emilia herself will be played by three women of color, spanning the arc of her lifetime. The ensemble, known as the Muses, each play multiple roles — including William Shakespeare, who appears as an important character in this story of the woman who may have been his Dark Lady.

We are seeking a bold, collaborative ensemble; including performers of color, LGBTQ+ identifying actors, and people with disabilities. This ensemble-driven production has deep roots in both contemporary performance and Shakespearean language; no classical experience is required, but an appetite for heightened text is a plus.

For a full breakdown of available roles, click here. (Note: Most actors will have 2-3 roles.)

The Audition

Sign up for an individual time slot on Friday, August 21 or Saturday, August 22.

Please prepare a contemporary monologue of your choice (1–2 minutes) and a joke — any joke you love. Come ready to play, take risks, and work with others.

Production Dates

Rehearsals: August 24, 2026 - September 24, 2026

Tech / Dress Rehearsals: September 25, 2026 - October 1, 2026

Performances: October 2, 2026 - October 11, 2026

Questions? Email Director Emily Hansen at ehansen@santarosa.edu

Casting Call: Soon-to-be-Announced Disney Musical

Do you want to build a snowman? Don't miss your chance to be part of this North Bay Debut.

Seeking cast of all ages (including children). All Roles are open. A full breakdown of available roles will be available June 29, 2026.  

To audition, please complete both parts:

1. The General Dance Call

All auditionees must attend one dance session in Burbank Auditorium.

• Friday, August 21, 2026 | 5:00-6:00pm
• Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 12:00-1:00pm

Choreographer Jolene Johnson will teach a short combination to see how you move. Wear comfortable movement clothes and appropriate dance shoes. 

2. The Individual Audition

Sign up for an individual time slot on Friday, August 21 or Saturday, August 22.

• A Joke: Think popsicle-stick or knock knock, but feel free to get creative.
• A 32-Bar (~1 Minute) Song: Choose a musical theatre song that showcases both your vocal range and storytelling. Make bold acting choices. Treat your song like a mini-monologue. Let us see your storytelling and your vocal range all in one go.
• Sheet Music: Bring cleanly marked sheet music in the correct key. A live accompanist will be provided.

Production Dates

Rehearsals: September 1, 2026 – October 29, 2026

Tech / Dress Rehearsals: October 30, 2026 – November 5, 2026

Performances: November 6, 2026 – November 22, 2026

Questions? Email Director Sarah Wintermeyer at swintermeyer@santarosa.edu

CALL BACKS

TBD

LOCATION:  BURBANK AUDITORIUM, Santa Rosa Campus

1501 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401

REGISTRATION: Located at the Burbank Auditorium Green Room Entrance (entrance facing end zone of football field).

Appointments Recommended.  Drop-ins Welcome*

REALLY HELPFUL AUDITION RESOURCES 

What's a monologue?

A monologue is a speech from a play where one character speaks for an extended period of time to another character, themselves, or the audience. Actors are usually asked not to select a monologue from the play for which they are auditioning.

What if I don't have a prepared monologue?

Not to worry. If you don’t have a prepared monologue already, you may use one of the 'optional' monologues linked at the bottom of this page under "GENERAL AUDITION RESOURCES." , If you've never done this before OR found out about auditions at the last minute, do not worry about memorizing the monologue or reading the play the monologue is from (unless you want to). However, reading a bit about the play’s plot and characters online can help you prepare.

AUDITIONING FOR MUSICALS RESOURCES

How to Prepare a Musical Theatre Audition - 8 Steps

Singing Auditions for Musical Theatre

GENERAL AUDITION RESOURCES

Crash Course in Auditioning at SRJC

Frequently Asked Questions?

Being in an SRJC Show

While the following optional monologues list the binary gender identification of the characters as written, actors are welcome to select either monologue.

 Optional Monologue #1 (Betty, All in the Timing)

Optional Monologue #2 (Phil, Boy’s Life)