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Current Auditions

Perusal Scripts

You are invited to read a copy of the script in advance of auditions. University Theatre provides perusal scripts, physical copies in large print binders, for your convenience in the lobby at Frank Thompson Hall. They will be located to the left as you enter the main lobby next to the women’s restroom. Scripts are available for in-building use only during regular business hours with no appointment necessary.

Academic Season

The Importance of Being Earnest

Importance of Being Earnest show graphic

Audition Orientation: 2/23/2026 | 7-9 p.m.

Auditions: 2/24/2026 and 2/25/2026 | 7 p.m.

Rehearsal Dates: 3/2/2026 – 4/8/2026

Production Dates: 4/9/2026 – 4/19/2026

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
PG-13. Deception, lyingComedy, romance, satire

For more information contact:

Danica Jackson
djjacks5@ncsu.edu

Mapping Instincts

Mapping Instincts. Neuroscience at PLAY with the Mind and Body. Show graphic.

Audition Orientation: 2/23/2026 | 7-9 p.m.

Auditions: 2/24/2026 and 2/25/2026 | 7 p.m.

Rehearsal Dates: 3/8/2026 – 4/15/2026

Production Dates: 4/16/2026 – 4/19/2026

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
Rated PG-13
Light Profanity,
Emotional Exploration
New Work, Science and the body

For more information contact:

Mia Self
919-515-3147
mlself3@ncsu.edu

TheatreFEST Season

The Mystery of Irma Vep

Poster for the production of The Mystery of Irma Vep depicting a werewolf's hand over a glass window.


Auditions: 3/13/2026 – 3/14/2026 | with registration only

Rehearsal Dates: 4/26/2026 – 5/27/2026

Production Dates: 5/28/2026 – 6/14/2026

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
PG-13. Murder, Sexual Innuendo, Haze, Sounds of gunshotsFarce, Camp, Horror-Comedy, Satire, Murder Mystery

For more information contact:

Danica Jackson
djjacks5@ncsu.edu

Towards Zero

Colorful image of looking up at an older building with the play's title "Towards Zero" in white sharp text.


Auditions: 3/13/2026 – 3/14/2026 | with registration only

Rehearsal Dates: 5/10/2026 – 6/10/2026

Production Dates: 6/11/2026 – 6/21/2026

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
PG-13. Suspicion, betrayal, deception, and murderMurder Mystery, Death, and Violence

For more information contact:

Mia Self
919-515-3147
mlself3@ncsu.edu

Past Auditions

The Forest Night by Alexandra Weld

trees in a forest illuminated by a light in the foreground

Audition Orientation: Tuesday, August 26 | 7-9 p.m.

Auditions: Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 27-28 | 7 p.m.

Rehearsal Dates: August 31 – Oct 1

Production Dates: October 2-5

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
Pg-13. Discussions of nuclear warfare and explosions.Morality, humanism and mystery.

For more information contact:

Danica Jackson
djjacks5@ncsu.edu

Romeo + Juliet by William Shakespeare

Romeo and Juliet show graphic. Hands covering each other on a bed.

Audition Orientation: Tuesday, August 26 | 7-9 p.m.

Auditions: Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 27-28 | 7 p.m.

Rehearsal Dates: September 14 – Oct 22

Production Dates: October 23 – November 2

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
PG-13. Violence, sexuality, death, suicide, profanity, heightened language.Love, passion and death.

For more information contact:

Mia Self
919-515-3147
mlself3@ncsu.edu

Banned Books

Banned Books Onstage logo. A collaboration with University Theatre and NC State University Libraries.

Audition Orientation: Tuesday, August 26 | 7-9 p.m.

Auditions: Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 27-28 | 7 p.m.

Rehearsal Dates: Sept. 26, Oct. 3, and Oct. 5 | 3-5pm



Production Dates: October 7

Show ConsiderationsShow Themes
PG-13. Adult language, experiences of and resistance to marginalization, sexual experiences and discussion about the body, exploration and affirmation of identityCensorship and a reminder that the right to read belongs to all of us 

For more information contact:

Mia Self
919-515-3147
mlself3@ncsu.edu

QuickSCRIPTS

QuickSCRIPTS show graphic

QuickSCRIPTS is a night of 10-minute plays written, directed and rehearsed by theatre-makers in record time.

University Theatre invites student and non-students to be a part of the process as playwright, director, or performer.

QuickSCRIPTS performs multiple times during the academic year. To be considered for participation click on more information.

For more information contact:

Joshua Reaves
919-513-3568
jareave2@ncsu.edu