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!

Progress Theatre Auditions

If you are cast for a show, you will need to become a member for legal and safety reasons.

Upcoming auditions

The Cripple of Inishmaan, by Martin McDonagh - 2-10 May 2025

The Cripple of Inishmaan is a brutally funny and heart-rending black comedy by the Oscar-winning writer of In Bruges, Three Billboards outside Ebbing Missouri and The Banshees of Inisherin.

Join us for a relaxed readthrough on Tuesday 17th December 19:30-22:00

AUDITION DATES:

Thursday 9th January 19:30-22:30
Sunday 12th January 14:00-18:00

You only need to attend one, and don't need to prepare anything beforehand. For more info, see/fill-in the online audition form. We've nine fantastic parts available, with very flexible age ranges.

Keep an eye on the Auditions page on the Progress website for more

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

Shinfield Players Theatre Auditions

Upcoming auditions

Nothing at present. Keep an eye on the SPT Auditions page.

D'Lecter Cabaret

We are excited to have confirmed our first show date for 2025 - a special Valentine's Day show on Friday 14th of February 2025 at Sub89 Reading, UK (Doors at 7pm)

We are looking for Burlesque, Cabaret, Comedy, Circus, Drag, and all variety performers. At this stage, we would love to hear from POC/SWANA performers.

As this is a Valentines Day show, we would love to see your favourite love/Valentine themes acts.

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+, all body types and from performers with disabilities. Sub89 is a fully-wheelchair accessible venue.

Please feel free share this casting call with performers who may otherwise not be aware of it.

Please send your application including a video of you performing vie e-mail only to Dlectercabaret@gmail.com