Auditions
Whether you’ve never set foot on a stage or you’ve performed for years, you’re welcome here. Our auditions are open to all experience levels—no résumé required and no pressure. It’s a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and get involved in the Batesville arts community. Just show up and bring your enthusiasm— we’ll guide you through the rest!
Below you’ll find everything you need to get started:
What to Expect at Auditions
Audition Forms
Upcoming Auditions
Have questions? Come anyway— we’re happy to help at check-in. See you at auditions!
What to Expect at Auditions
Prepared Monologue: All auditionees should present a memorized monologue, approximately 60 seconds in length.
Musical Theatre Auditions: In addition to the monologue, candidates should prepare 16–32 measures of a musical selection. Accompaniment tracks must be provided on a personal device, which can be connected via Bluetooth to BCT’s speaker system.
Movement/Dance: A brief choreographed combination will be taught during auditions. Please wear appropriate footwear that allows safe and comfortable movement; sandals are not permitted.
Script Reading: Participants may also be asked to read selected passages from the production script.
We encourage all auditionees to arrive prepared, focused, and ready to engage fully in each component of the audition process.
Audition Forms
Please download and complete the Audition Packet and the Photo Release Form found below. Bring both documents with you to auditions.
At auditions, a production calendar will also be provided so you can indicate any dates you may have conflicts.
Upcoming Auditions
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Thursday, September 25th | 6:00p
Actors are encouraged to bring a 30–60 second Shakespearean monologue that showcases your ability to comprehend, memorize, and perform classical text.
Show Dates: February 13th–15th, 2026
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Saturday, September 27th | 2:00p
Actors are encouraged to bring a 30–60 second Shakespearean monologue that showcases your ability to comprehend, memorize, and perform classical text.
Show Dates: February 13th–15th, 2026