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
Metamorphoses
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| Rating: PG-13 Sexuality, Violence, Death | Comedy, romance, satire |
For more information contact:
The Color of Death
Audition Dates: 9/21-9/23
Callback Date: 9/24 (if needed)
Rehearsal Dates: 9/28 – 11/4
Production Dates: 11/5 – 11/8
| Show Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| Show Rating: PG-13 Mild adult language, political discourse, and references to campus violence | Ethics, intellectual integrity, and moral obligation |
For more information contact:
Mia Self
919-515-3147
[email protected]
Banned Books Onstage
Audition Dates: 9/21-9/23
Callback Date: 9/24 (if needed)
Rehearsal Dates: Varies – see Reh Schedule below
Production Date: 10/6/2026
| Show Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| Rated R Profanity, Racial, and Sexual Language, Adult Situations | Censorship, LGBTQIA+, Sexuality, Racism, Misogyny, Sexisim |
For more information contact:
Mia Self
919-515-3147
[email protected]
TheatreFEST Season
The Mystery of Irma Vep
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| PG-13. Murder, Sexual Innuendo, Haze, Sounds of gunshots | Farce, Camp, Horror-Comedy, Satire, Murder Mystery |
For more information contact:
Towards Zero
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| PG-13. Suspicion, betrayal, deception, and murder | Murder Mystery, Death, and Violence |
For more information contact:
Mia Self
919-515-3147
[email protected]
Past Auditions
The Forest Night by Alexandra Weld
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| Pg-13. Discussions of nuclear warfare and explosions. | Morality, humanism and mystery. |
For more information contact:
Romeo + Juliet by William Shakespeare
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| PG-13. Violence, sexuality, death, suicide, profanity, heightened language. | Love, passion and death. |
For more information contact:
Mia Self
919-515-3147
[email protected]
Banned Books
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 Considerations | Show Themes |
|---|---|
| PG-13. Adult language, experiences of and resistance to marginalization, sexual experiences and discussion about the body, exploration and affirmation of identity | Censorship and a reminder that the right to read belongs to all of us |
For more information contact:
Mia Self
919-515-3147
[email protected]
QuickSCRIPTS
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
[email protected]