Season 63 Auditions

July 13 & 14, 2026

OPEN AUDITIONS

One audition, five shows. Market House Theatre is casting our entire Signature Series — Come From Away, The Crucible, It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, Our Town, and Footloose — and we want to see you.

Whether you’ve performed on our stage for decades or have never auditioned anywhere before, this is your invitation. Come prepared with a monologue and 16 bars of music (or a second contrasting monologue if you’d rather not sing), and audition for one show or all five — it’s up to you.

Audition Dates: July 13 & 14, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Studio 200 | 209 Marine Way, Paducah, KY 42001
You can schedule a time online

Note: Youth roles (under 15) are available for The Crucible and Our Town only. High school students are welcome to audition for all signature shows.

Questions? Call the Box Office at (270) 444-6828 or email info@mhtplay.org.


Audition Workshop

New to auditioning, or just want to feel more prepared? Join us.

Market House Theatre is hosting a free audition workshop on Saturday, June 27, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. Whether you’ve never auditioned before or just want some extra confidence going into Season 63 auditions, this session is for you.

We’ll walk through what to expect, how to choose and prepare a monologue or song, what a “slate” is (and why it matters), and answer any questions you have about the process — no pressure, no judgment, just helpful guidance from people who’ve been on both sides of the table.

When: Saturday, June 27, 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Where: Studio 200 | 209 Marine Way, Paducah, KY 42001
Cost: Free
Who: Anyone considering auditioning for Season 63 — all ages and experience levels welcome

Sign up at on the Audition Workshop event page — we’d love to see you there.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need to prepare something different for each show I audition for?

No — one monologue and one song (or two contrasting monologues) covers your audition for all five shows. Just let us know on your audition form which production(s) you’re interested in.

Can I audition for more than one show at the same audition?

Yes! This is a combined audition for the entire Signature Series. Indicate all the shows you’d like to be considered for on your audition form.

Do I have to audition for all five shows?

Not at all. Audition for one, a few, or all five — whatever fits your schedule and interests.

I’ve never auditioned before. Is this still for me?

Absolutely. We welcome first-time auditionees of all ages and experience levels. No resume or headshot required — those are optional.

What should I prepare?

A 60-second monologue and either 16 bars of a song or a second contrasting monologue. Pick your own or use our guides, including monologue and song suggestions,in our Audition Packet to find something for you.

Can my child audition?

Yes. Youth roles (under 15) are available in The Crucible and Our Town. High school students are welcome to audition for all shows.

What if I have schedule conflicts during a show’s run?

List all known conflicts on your audition form. Production date ranges for each show are included in the packet so you can check against your calendar.

Do I need to sign up in advance?

Yes, reservations are taken in 1 hour time slots. Arrive at your given time and our staff & volunteers will guide you through the process. Each audition should take about 5-10 minutes. You can schedule a time online.

What if I have more questions?

Reach out to the MHT Box Office at (270) 444-6828 or info@mhtplay.org — we’re happy to help.

DATES

Monday, Jul 13, 2026
6:00 pm
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Tuesday, Jul 14, 2026
6:00 pm
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WEATHER UPDATE | JANUARY 29, 2026

The Box Office will be open. All classes are cancelled. Production rehearsals will proceed at the discretion of each production team.