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.

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

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!

Progress Theatre Auditions

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

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

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 HorrorsMade in DagenhamGuys & 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