Auditions
The show must go on - but it only if there's someone to go on stage!
We'll gather up all the open audition info we can from local theatres and other performing troupes in Reading and share them on this page. And maybe you'll get your shot in the spotlight!
Shinfield Players Theatre Auditions
Upcoming auditions
The Great British Bake-Off: The Musical
SHOW DATES: 22-25 Apr 2026
- Early Bird Launch Night/Audition content released/Dance and movement taster session - Sat 29 Nov 5:30pm
- Launch Night /Listen to vocal audition pieces - Mon 19 Jan 7:30pm
- Dance and movement workshop/Learn the vocal auditions - Wed 21 Jan 7:45pm
- Drop in character workshop/Learn the vocal auditions - Mon 26 Jan 7:30pm
- Dance and movement workshop/Early auditions - Wed 28 Jan 7:45pm
- Auditions - Sun 1 Feb from 2pm
For more info head to the Facebook event page
Keep an eye on the SPT Auditions page.
Progress Theatre Auditions
If you are cast for a show, you will need to become a member for legal and safety reasons.
Upcoming auditions
Writefest 19
Myths, menopause and Zombies! It must be Writefest. Performance dates 18-21 March 2026. This will be the 19th iteration of Writefest - The new-writing festival at Progress Theatre. Join us for a first-look read-through.
Open Auditions date: Saturday 6 December from 1.30pm - Progress Theatre, The Mount, Reading
Producer for this evening of madness and mayhem is Paul Gallantry, assisted by Ken Deeks - writefest@progresstheatre.co.uk
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The Picture of Dorian Gray
The chilling Oscar Wilde story, adapted for the stage and directed by Ali Carroll and Liz Carroll. This will be a production that celebrates and encourages diversity and inclusion. It will aim to represent the under-represented in our community. We are particularly interested in hearing from members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Open Auditions at Progress Theatre, The Mount, Reading:
- Tuesday 2 December, 7pm - 10pm
- Sunday 7 December, 10.30am - 1pm
- Thursday 4 December, 7pm - 10pm will be a more relaxed audition for those who need a quieter, less stimulating environment allowing more time and support in delivering audition pieces.
Contact the director and producer with questions on dorian.gray@progresstheatre.co.uk
Keep an eye on the Auditions page on the Progress website for more info
JAZ Dance Productions Auditions
Open Dance Auditions for the Jaz Dance Productions Spring 2026 Performance of The Dreaming Princess at the Kenton Theatre Henley, on the 25th/26th April 2026.
All dancers welcome, ages 11+, we are looking for Main Cast, Senior & Junior Ensemble.
Date & Time: Friday 23rd January 2026 - 18:30-19:30
Venue: River Academy Dance Studio, 7 Richfield Avenue RG1 8EQ
- For more info, head to the listing page
Casting Call: D'Lecter Cabaret "A Night At The Movies"
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES! ⭐️
Friday 20th of March 2026
Sub89 Reading
We are looking for any and all movie themed acts from: Burlesque, Comedy, Circus, Drag, Vocalists, Magicians and all variety performers.
This is a door split show with a garaunteed minimum payment of £50.
Here at D’Lecter Cabaret diversity and inclusivity is close to our hearts and we actively encourage applications from all ages, performers of colour, LGBTQIA+, SWANA, all body types and from performers with disabilities.
Please feel free to share this casting call with performers who may otherwise not be aware of it.
Please send your application including a video of you performing VIA EMAIL ONLY to:
Dlectercabaret@gmail.com
We are looking forward to seeing all of your Oscar worthy submissions! 😘
Closing date for submissions is Friday 12th of December!
The Sainsbury Singers Auditions
Join Reading's longest-running musical theatre group and you could be on The Hexagon or Wilde Theatre stage very soon!
Are you a musical theatre lover looking for a new challenge? Do you dream of performing on stage or working behind the scenes? Look no further than The Sainsbury Singers.
We’re a friendly and talented group, dedicated to bringing the magic of musical theatre to life. With hit productions like Little Shop of Horrors, Made in Dagenham, Guys & Dolls, and Sweeney Todd under our belt, we’re always looking for new members to join us on our next adventure.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST via The Sainsbury Singers website
Twyford Drama Auditions
Nothing at present. Keep an eye on the Twyford Drama website
Berzerk Productions Auditions
Keep an eye on the Berzerk website for upcoming opportunities.
60 Hour Shakespeare
Auditions are now closed for 2024