JOIN US FOR CENTENNIAL SEASON auditions

Audition dates for the Centennial Season are here!

A few important things to note related to this once in a lifetime season that will feature different elements than previous seasons and audition practices:

  • The auditions dates below are tentative and may shift slightly; be sure to confirm audition dates and times in the official audition notices that will be posted here approximately 4-6 weeks prior to the audition dates.  
  • Initial auditions for Annie, A Chorus Line, and Dear Evan Hansen will take place at the same time, together, in front of all three production teams. Callbacks will be on the same day, but separate for each show.
  • Finding Nemo, JR. is a collaborative production between our School of Theatre Arts programs. Prerequisites can be found below.

Come From Away
MUSICAL

Performances: September 11 -27

Auditions: Saturday, June 20; 11am

Callbacks: Monday, June 22; 6pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, July 13

Dragons Love Tacos
MUSICAL

Performances: October 8 – 18 (Note: This production includes daytime weekday school matinees)

Auditions: Saturday, July 25; 12pm

Callbacks: Tuesday, July 28; 6pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, August 17

Annie
HOLIDAY MUSICAL

Performances: November 20 – December 20

Auditions: Friday, August 14; 4pm (Youth) | Friday, August 14; 7pm (Ages 16+) | Saturday, August 15; 10am (Mix) | Sunday, August 16; 2pm (Ages 16+)

Callbacks: Saturday, August 22; 12pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, September 21

A Chorus Line
MUSICAL

Performances: January 15 – 24

Auditions: Friday, August 14; 7pm | Saturday, August 15; 10am | Sunday, August 16; 2pm

Callbacks: Saturday, August 22; 2pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, November 2 (Note: No rehearsals over holiday break from December 19 – January 3)

Dear Evan Hansen
MUSICAL

Performances: February 19 – March 7 (Note: This production includes a daytime weekday school matinee on March 2)

Auditions: Friday, August 14; 7pm | Saturday, August 15; 10am | Sunday, August 16; 2pm

Callbacks: Saturday, August 22; 6pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, December 7 (Note: No rehearsals over holiday break from December 19 – January 3)

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.
MUSICAL

Performances: March 25 – 28 (Note: This production includes  daytime weekday school matinees)

Auditions*: Sunday, December 6; 5pm (Please read below for audition prerequisites related to this School of Theatre Arts collaboration)

Callbacks: Monday, December 7; 6pm Tuesday, December 8; 6pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, February 1 

Our Town
PLAY

Performances: April 23 – May 2

Auditions: Friday, January 29; 6pm | Saturday, January 30; 6pm

Callbacks: Monday, Feb 1; 7pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, February 22

Les Misérables
MUSICAL

Performances: June 4 – 20 (Possible extension through June 27)

Auditions: Wednesday, February 17; 5pm (Youth) | Saturday, February 20; 10am (Adult) | Sunday, February 21; 6pm (Adult)

Callbacks: Saturday, Feb 27; 12pm

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, April 5

*Auditions will ONLY be open to Students in Grades 2-12, who are actively enrolled in the Young Artist Studio cohort, enrolled in the City Wide Drama Club Program, OR who have independently completed the required Prerequisites in the School of Theatre Arts:

Any CORE Acting OR CORE Musical Theatre course in the 25/26 or 26/27 School Year, PLUS one additional choice between:

One week of Summer Camp (2026) OR any other GRCT School of Theatre Arts class (25/26 or 26/27).

Learn more about the Centennial Season at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre:

Auditioning for a Show…

Is there a place for me?

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre is a community theatre, which means that all the actors who perform on our stage are a collection of individuals from West Michigan who have a talent and interest in theatre arts and volunteer their time. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned actor, you are welcome to audition at Civic! It’s not uncommon for newcomers to be the star of the show, or a part of the ensemble! On average, approximately 30%-40% of Civic’s volunteer performers are new, either to our community or our theatre. GRCT welcomes all genders and non-conforming individuals, all races and ethnicities, and artists of all ages and body types. With each season offering a variety of musicals and plays, we are excited to offer a little something for everyone.

Audition Notices

This page is your best resource for updated information regarding audition dates and times, casting needs, and rehearsal schedules. You’ll find audition notices posted on this page approximately 4-6 weeks in advance; in addition, all notices are posted on Civic’s Facebook and Instagram. Follow us on social to stay informed! 

What to expect at an audition

Those planning to audition for a Play will be asked to read from the script. For Musical auditions, prepare 16-32 measures of a memorized song and bring sheet music that includes a piano accompaniment line. Musical auditions will also include a dance audition.  

What to expect at a callback

Those that are asked to return for Play Callbacks will read from the script. Musical Callbacks consist of reading from the script, singing songs from the show, and learning additional dance choreography.

Audition Workshops AND CLASSES

Civic Theatre’s School of Theatre Arts offers workshops and classes designed to help you prepare specifically for an audition. Please check our current Education page for information and availability on upcoming classes.