SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Civic Theatre is hosting the final open auditions for its upcoming production of “Romeo and Juliet” tonight at 6:30 p.m. Aspiring actors are encouraged to participate, regardless of experience.
Director Joshua Baig shared insights into the audition process, emphasizing a supportive atmosphere. “The auditions, they seem a lot more intense than they are… I want people to have fun with it,” he said.
Baig aims to select about 30 cast members by Sunday. With over 60 people initially signed up, the competition is expected to be lively. Open auditions span two days and can last late into the night.
Participants, especially those auditioning for major roles, should prepare a memorized two-minute monologue.
For auditioning details, click here: https://spokanecivictheatre.com/audition/
Auditions continue nonstop until everyone has performed. Following auditions, directors will email participants, inviting some for callbacks while thanking others for their efforts.
Baig sometimes asks actors to perform roles different from their initial choice to assess their adaptability and teamwork.
“Even if you’ve never been on stage we’d love to see you, you never know you might be part of that story that we’re trying to tell,” he added.
Those interested in auditioning should arrive at the Civic Theatre by 6:00 p.m. to complete paperwork. Comfortable clothing is recommended for potential movement during auditions. Baig seeks passionate individuals of all ages, including students and retirees, for both speaking and non-speaking roles.
Baig noted that this is community theatre, meaning roles are unpaid, but actors must commit to rehearsals and performances.
He encouraged everyone to audition, stating, “I don’t want to discourage anybody from coming in and auditioning… we just want to see people.”
For performance dates, click here: https://spokanecivictheatre.com/productions/romeo-and-juliet/
To audition, click here: https://form.jotform.com/243377809363163
