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

Upcoming auditions

What's Wrong With Angry by Patrick Wilde

A heartfelt, rebellious, and defiantly joyful story of young gay love in a world that isn’t ready for it. The play is set in a private boys school in Basingstoke in the early 90’s - although only forty miles away from London, the political and cultural landscape is very different.

This is a joint adult group and Progress Youth Theatre production.

Auditions: Friday 17 July, 7.30pm, & Saturday 18 July, 6.30pm, at Progress Theatre

Performance dates: 16-21 November 2026

Notes on casting:

We are happy to have both male and female identifying teenagers to play the male school friends and playground bullies. We. Welcome interest from the LGBT+ community.

In addition to the cast named there will be additional chorus of cruising men, schoolkids, a priest, funeral relatives. These can also be played by members of the company. There are group bullying scenes and a surreal nightmare scene.

There are no overt sex scenes - it is all implied. Steven and John will kiss and we will have an intimacy co-ordinator to ensure these scenes are handled sensitively. There are also themes of bullying and suicide.

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For more info, including the roles being cast, head to the Auditions page on the Progress website

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

Shinfield Players Theatre Auditions

Upcoming auditions

'Battle of the Bands’

This autumn, get ready for a night of showstopping entertainment as Battle of the Musicals takes to the stage! Featuring songs from My Fair Lady, Les Mis, Mamma Mia & Wicked, this is a celebration of musical theatre like no other. But there’s a twist - the audience also decides the winner. Which musical will be crowned champion? Will your favourite take the title?

Key dates

Mon 13th July - Intro Evening
Weds 15th July - 2nd Intro and early auditions
Sunday 19th July - Auditions
1st – 3rd October - Performances

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'Jack and the Queenstalk’

Our 2027 pantomime, Jack and the Queenstalk, combines the timeless fun of Jack and the Beanstalk with the legendary music of Queen for a show packed with laughter, energy, magic, and unforgettable songs. We’re looking for performers of all ages and experience levels to help bring this spectacular production to life.

Key Dates:

Sun 20th September at 6pm - Preview
Sat 26th September at 2pm - Audition prep and early auditions
Sun 4th October at 2pm – Auditions and Casting
Mon 5th October at 7.30pm – First rehearsal
January 15th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd - Performances

For more info on both of these shows and to register your interest, head to the SPT Auditions page.

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