AUDITIONS for
IVC's Fall 2026 Productions: COMPANY
and
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

PUBLIC AUDITIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR
WEDNESDAY 7/15/26 AT 6:00PM IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

In-Person, On-Campus, No appointments. Walk-in only. Auditions begin at 6:00 PM. Auditioners must sign-in NO LATER than 7:30 PM to be seen for auditions. While it is best that you audition in-person, if you are unavailable on the day of public auditions you may upload a video audition beforehand.  Details on how to do this are in the Audition Registration Form. Callbacks are by invitation and ONLY in-person.  

EARLY AUDITIONS and some PRE-CASTING OPTIONS  available to enrolled IVC Students enrolled in TA courses.
See individual production Audition Notices for Dates and Details.

CALLBACKS:

• MIDSUMMER will be on THURSDAY, JULY 16 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM.

• COMPANY will be on FRIDAY, JULY 17 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM.

For DETAILED INFORMATION ON HOW TO PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS
download individual AUDITION NOTICES for each production (above).

REQUIRED ATTENDANCE DATES:

• COMPANY MEETING will be on MONDAY, JULY 20 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM

• FIRST REHEARSAL for COMPANY will be on Tuesday, July 21 AT 6:00PM

• Summer REHEARSALS for MIDSUMMER between the dates of August 17-21 - to be determined after casting; Fall COMPANY MEETING for MIDSUMMER Monday 8/24; FIRST REHEARSAL Tuesday 8/25

• In addition to Company Meetings and First Rehearsals, actors cast in production must commit to all required Techincal Rehearslas and Performances in order to be considered for casting.  Review Production Calendars (linked below and available at auditions) for each production for all other REQUIRED ATTENDANCE DATES.  A Production Calendar for Fall 2026 is linked here.  Calendars for COMPANY and MIDSUMMER are linked below.

Audition registration is completed via a Google Form.  Please follow the link to complete the registration process.  Registered auditioners will be given priority at auditions.  Auditioners will be required to complete the registration process before they can join the queue to be seen at auditions.  

Link to Audition Registration Form.

All roles for Company and Midsummer are currently available.

NOTE: The IVC Theatre Arts Department prioritizes casting current IVC Students, and in particular those pursuing Theatre Arts degrees and certificates at IVC.  This section will be updated the day of Public Auditions to reflect any pre-casting that may have occurred during Pre-Auditions.  

For more information about Pre-Auditions please carefully review the Audition Notices for each production.

The Fall 2026 semester will conclude with the Fall 20206 Showcase which celebrates all of the wonderful work completed by IVC students participating in Theatre Arts courses.  Professors work with students to determine which student work will be showcased.  Visit ivc.edu to enroll.

FALL 2026 SHOWCASE

Performs Tuesday, December 15th.  One night only.  You can participate in this evening of performances and project sharing by enrolling in any of the following courses: 

• TA 1 - Acting (73319 or 73317)

• TA 2 - Beginning Scene Study (73286)

• TA 4 - Acting Styles (75163)

• TA 8 - Advanced Acting (73288) 

• TA 12 - Directing (73289)

• TA 9 - Music Theatre Revue (75170 or 73937) 

• TA 10 - Musical Theatre (75169 or 73314) 

• TA 41 - Stage Lighting (73293)

• TA 43 - Scenic Design (75172)

• TA 47 - Sound Reinforcement for Live Entertainment (73292)

• TA 49 - Stage Makeup Design (73380)

• TA 52 - Stage Management Seminar (73282)

• TA 71, 72, or 72 - Costume Sewing and Production (73230, 73229, 73228)

• TA 74, 75, 76 - Scene Shop Basics and Scenic Production (73214, 73212, 73209)

• TA 417 - Musical Theater Studio (75341 or 75353)

Stay tuned for additional performance opportunities that may be added for the Fall 2026 semester.  And keep checking back for information about Spring 2027 auditions, and exciting students opportunities with IVC's first Student-One-Act Festival in Spring 2027!!

Some students may be offered roles as swings (covering several roles) or understudies (covering a specific role.)  These students may or may not also perform ensemble roles.  Students cast as swings or understudies have the same enrollment options as other cast members but are not guaranteed performances as the roles they are covering.

See specific Audition Notices for detailed explanation of Swing and Understudy coverage options.

Do I need to sign up for a time slot to audition?

No. Auditions are not done by appointment. Auditioners can arrive as early as 5:30pm to check-in on the day of the audition and should plan on being there until you dismissed by the stage management team.

Do I have to be a student to audition for a show at IVC?

The auditions are open to anyone.  However, all actors cast in production MUST ENROLL in the related IVC course - some classes have zero-tuition costs.  If you are not already enrolled as an IVC Student and you are cast in a production, you will have to apply for admission the college and enroll in the course(s) that represent your participation in the show.

What about accompaniment for my song?

An accompanist will be available at the auditions.  Bring sheet music in the correct key, with cuts clearly indicated for the accompanist.  There is also a Bluetooth speaker available if you wish to sing with an accompaniment track from your phone.

Do I have to take classes in addition to being in the show?

People that are cast in the show enroll in one or more classes that reflect their participation in the rehearsals and performances. Participants are not required to take additional technique classes.  However, students who are enrolled in Theatre Arts classes do have the opportunity to participate in exclusive Pre-Auditions for each production which provide additional support throughouth the audition process, and some pre-casting opportunities.

Can high school or middle school students audition?

Absolutely. The department casts high school and middle school students on a regular basis. There is some extra paperwork involved in order to enroll the students in the college courses. 

Can I audition for both shows? Can I audition for just one show?

Yes. Auditions are held for both shows simultaneously. If you prefer to be considered for one show and not the other, you can indicate this in the audition form.

What should I wear to the audition?

Dress in appropriate attire that can show us who you are, how seriously you take your audition, and will allow you to move freely and comfortably if asked to do so.   It is not necessary or desirable to costume yourself for the audition.  And it is recommended that you bring a change of shoes that allow you to safely and comfortably move, should you be asked to stay for a movement or dance call.

When are rehearsals scheduled?

Rehearsals are typically scheduled between the hours of 6-10 pm Mondays-Fridays, and Saturdays 11am-6pm.  Rehearsal schedules differ per production, cast and crew are not called for every single rehearsal.   Details about the rehearsals can be found in the individual production Audition Notices.  

While rehearsal schedules differ between productions, the cumulative hours of rehearsal are comparbale for both shows.  Although you may not be called for all rehearsals, you will need to be available for every rehearsal until released by the weekly schedule.  You will be given a weekly and daily rehearsal schedule so you will know what your call times will be for any rehearsal.

Performances occur throughout the weekends with evening and matinee performances on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

If I have a scheduled trip or event during the rehearsal period, will that preclude me from being cast?

Not necessarily. Allowances can be made in the rehearsal schedule if you disclose all known conflicts ahead of time on your audition form.  There are REQUIRED DATES that will preculde auditioners from being cast, those differ between productions and are outlined in each audition notice.

What if I don't sing. Can I still be in the musical?

Very possibly! Musicals often include non-singing roles.  It just depends on the production, make sure to review the Audition Notice for the musical.

What if I have classes or work on weeknights?

In general, if you want to be cast in a show, you will have to clear your schedule to be available for rehearsals.  Some limited allowances can be made during the rehearsal process, and we do our best to schedule rehearsals based on the conflicts that are presented to us at auditions.  However, everyone auditioning must be available for all of the required dates (e.g., tech, make-up/hair training, dress rehearsal, and performance dates) to be considered for a role.

I don’t have anything prepared. Can I still audition?

You are welcome to bring something to read if you do not have time to memorize in advance.  We recommend you at least practice your piece a few times before the audition (even if you practice in the waiting room before your time).  Some audition forms include recommended pieces for auditioners to prepare.  And most productions will provide options at check-in that auditioners can learn/read before it's their turn to audition.

How can I get the script or the sheet music for the show so I can prepare my audition?

Show specific details for preparing your audition are included in the audition notices (linked above).

What are the dates and times of the performances?

Specific details for each show are listed in the audition notices (linked above). 

Do I have to be at the audition the whole time? Can I leave early?

While the audition process may not require the entire time posted, you need to stay until released from the audition; and we cannot guarantee the time that any actors will be released from the audition process, so we recommend clearing your schedule for the entire time frame.  If this is not possible, please arrive as early as possible for the Audition dates and alert Stage Management of time constraints and the casting team will do their best to accommodate your schedule.  However, please be aware that having to leave early from pre-auditions and/or callbacks could prevent casting for certain roles or entire productions.

Typically, Pre-Auditions require most if not all of the scheduled time, while Public Auditions operate more traditionally with auditioners being able to come in perform their prepared pieces and then leave shortly after they perform.  This is not a set rule and can change depending on production and director preferences.  It is important that you do not leave until you've been released by stage management.