Auditions
All auditions are at Encore Theatre, 991 North Shore Dr., Lima OH unless otherwise noted. Perusal scripts may be available for some shows. A deposit is required.
Perusal scripts are not available for musicals.
There may be more information or changes closer to the audition dates, so be sure to check back.
For more information call the Box Office @ (419)223-8866.
Audition Announcement for Frozen Jr., performing October 23- 25
Rehearsals are Monday-Thursday 5-7 pm.
TECH WEEK (OCTOBER 19-22) is mandatory for all cast and crew.
Please read carefully! Due to overwhelming interest as well as crazy turn out last season, we’re auditioning in the following manner:
Monday, August 17, 2026. 5pm - 7pm.
KINDERGARTEN- 2ND GRADE
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 5pm - 7pm
3RD GRADE - 6TH GRADE
Wednesday, August 19, 2026. 5pm - 7pm
7TH GRADE - 9TH GRADE
Age groups/grade groups must audition together. We cannot make exceptions.
Additionally:
1) PLEASE PREPARE 30 seconds of a song for your audition NOT from FROZEN. Bring sheet music with you for audition.
2) wear shoes appropriate for dancing. You will learn choreography at the audition as well.
3). Disclose ALL conflicts during production on your audition form. Bring those dates!
Audition Dates 2026-2027
Adult Shows
Best Christmas Pageant Ever October 11, 2026 - 7:30 – 9:30 pm, October 12, 2026 - 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Come From Away January 4, 2027 - 7:30 pm, January 5, 2027 - 7:30 pm
A Facility for Living (TBA) - Possible March 22, March 23, 2027 -7:30??? (subject to change)
McDonald Youth Theatre Shows
Disney’s Frozen August 17, 2026-5 – 7 pm, August 18, 2026-5 – 7 pm
I Never Saw Another Butterfly December 7, 2026 - 5 – 7 pm, December 8, 2026 5 – 7 pm
Beetlejuice (TBA) - Possible February 15, February 16, 2027 - 4:30 pm???