Local Auditions, Forestburgh Playhouse 2026 Season:
When:
March 22nd, 2026 from 10-5PM
Where:
Sullivan West High School Auditorium. 6604 NY-52, Lake Huntington, NY 12752
HOW TO SIGN UP? Email kimi@fbplayhouse.org In the subject line, write “Local Casting Signup” and in the email, please specify if auditioning for Wizard of Oz, The 2026 Junior ResCo (will perform in Dear Evan Hansen, Wizard of Oz and a featured Cabaret). We will follow up with more information as to times and requirements!
Experience the excitement of working alongside our talented professional performers and be a part of world-class entertainment on our main stage!
WHAT SHOWS CAN I AUDITION FOR?
Ages 5-12 - AUDITION FOR THE WIZARD OF OZ!
Seeking: Talented young artists who can sing and have a ton of fun as:
Ensemble and Featured ensemble in the Land of Oz. Our Young Artists will perform as Munchkins, Flying Monkeys, Winkies, and more!
Singing and easy movement required for all. This show will be a blast and young performers will enjoy singing and dancing in this super fun musical.
Audition Requirements: Auditioners should bring a 16 bar selection (30-45 seconds) of their favorite song. Please bring piano/sheet music, if possible so that the accompanist can play along. If no sheet music is available, no worries–just bring a favorite song you love to sing! We can’t wait to see all the incredible talent!
If You Are Cast:
Rehearsals: Cast members will be required to attend some weekend rehearsals beginning in mid June. As we get closer to opening day in July, cast members will be called for a few morning and evening rehearsals.
Performances/Obligations: Starting July 9, performances will occur on Thursdays and Saturdays at 11AM until August 1st. Cast Members are NOT required to attend every performance, but are asked to sign up for a minimum of 4 shows.
Ages 13-18: AUDITION FOR THE 2026 JR. RESCO!
Calling all Young Artists ages 13-18 who would love to learn and grow as performers and work with the professionals at the Forestburgh Playhouse! If you are excited to work hard, perform and learn a ton, this could be for you!
What is the 2026 Jr. ResCo?
You’ve probably heard of the Playhouse Resident Company, right? That’s the 12 incredible performers from across the country who earn spots to perform in Playhouse mainstage productions, cabarets and more. The ResCo is a group of strong singer/dancer/actors, many of whom go on to perform on Broadway, nationally and internationally. Each summer, these amazing performers enjoy countless opportunities to grow as artists.
We want our fantastic Local Young Artists to have a similar opportunity…and that’s where the 2026 Jr. ResCo comes in! The 2026 Jr. ResCo will be a small, talented group of Young Artists who are ready to learn and grow as performers. As a part of the 2026 Jr. ResCo, the Young Artists will:
Perform in the ensemble of Dear Evan Hansen
Perform in a featured Cabaret/Concert during the 2026 Summer Season
Take Master Classes throughout the Summer Season with talented professionals from the Theatre Industry.
Perform in the ensemble of the Wizard of Oz and understudy lead roles. Jr. ResCo will present a special Yellow Brick Road Concert for our patrons during the summer season!
A special invitation to attend all 7 Mainstage Producer Runs throughout the season!
Perform at several local events to promote Playhouse productions!
How do I join the 2026 Jr. ResCo?
Email kimi@fbplayhouse.org and in the subject line, write “Jr ResCo Audition”. We will then follow up with an appointment time. Prepare 2 contrasting 16 bar song selections (you will need to provide sheet music for our accompanist). We will also ask you to do a short movement call with a group.
Thank You to the The Sullivan West School District for allowing the Playhouse to use your facilites!
LOCAL ACTORS IN MAIN STAGE MUSICALS OR CHILDREN’S THEATRE SHOWS
If an actor is cast in a show, he/she/they must be able to attend most rehearsals and all performances. Usually rehearsals are held during the day, from 10 AM - 4 PM, on every day but Sunday and Monday for the 12 days preceding the opening. Most shows run for 2 weeks, 7 performances a week. While most local actors would not be called for rehearsal every hour of every day, and the Playhouse can work to some degree to accommodate a local actor's schedule for rehearsal, potential local actors with full time jobs will need to work out their availability carefully and co-ordinate closely with the Playhouse rehearsal schedule.
Although the Forestburgh Playhouse uses union actors in many leading roles, and its own resident actors for most supporting and ensemble roles, the Playhouse still often uses local non-union actors in our productions. These actors may be children, high school or college students, or adults with community theatre experience. Since local actors are usually students or adults who enjoy participating in the theatre as an avocation, they are usually not paid other than having the experience of working with professionals and learning how the professional theatre operates.
Local Actor Auditions for Forestburgh Playhouse in Sullivan COUNTY, NY