Auditions

Fall 2025

University Theatre Open Call Auditions

Monday, April 14, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Studio 354, Murphy Hall

Production to be cast:

Silent Sky
by Lauren Gunderson
Directed by Michelle Miller
October 3, 4*, 4, 5, 2025
Casting Information/Character Breakdown (pdf)

How to register:

Audition sign-ups are being organized through acceptd. You will need to create a free profile on acceptd if you do not already have one. Choose "Silent Sky Audition Registration" from the drop-down menu and follow all the prompts to register and choose an audition time. Registrations are scheduled to open on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Students must attend open call and are strongly encouraged to prepare memorized audition material. (Contact Jim Dick at jldick@ku.edu if you cannot make it to open call to discuss possible alternate arrangements). 

What to prepare:

• One dramatic or comedic monologue of no more than 90 seconds in length
• You are strongly encouraged to read the script before auditions. Please visit Audition Files for a link and more information. 

Callbacks:

• Invited callbacks will take place April 15, 5:00-9:00 p.m. in Studio 354 
  • Those called back will be given a specific appointment and work with a reader 
• Additional callbacks may be held on April 16 if needed
• Callback lists will be posted each morning on this page and in the Murphy Green Room.

Upcoming

Theatre & Dance Rally

Sunday, August 17, 4:00 p.m.
Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall

The annual kickoff to the University Theatre/University Dance Company Season. Audition workshop immediately follows for those interested.

Remaining 2025-2026 Productions

Open Call: Sunday, August 24, 2 - 5 p.m. & Monday, August 25, 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. in Studio 354, Murphy Hall. Invited Callbacks: August 26 & 27.

If you have any questions about auditions or about using the Acceptd platform, please contact Jim Dick at jldick@ku.edu.