Category: Auditions

Listed below are the audition details for the Spotlight Acting School (SAS) and The Bluegrass Players (BGP) Community Theater Troupe.

1. In the audition titles, each group will be designated as SAS or BGP, accompanied by recommended age ranges and dates.
2. Details regarding tuition and financial aid for Spotlight Acting School are provided in the information section.
3. The Bluegrass Players Community shows usually have no cost to participate, but higher-end shows might require fundraising commitments.
4. Every child who auditions for a show at Spotlight Acting School is guaranteed a role.
5. The Bluegrass Players Community only retains the necessary actors for their shows.

Join the Adventure with “The Epic Quests of the Damsels in Distress” Auditions at Spotlight Acting School!

We are thrilled to announce auditions for The Epic Quests of the Damsels in Distress, the latest production for our talented students aged 9-14. This fun and exciting story offers a fresh take on fairy tale damsels, showing that they are more than capable of handling their own epic quests!

📅 Audition Date: January 18
🕒 Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY
🎭 Age Group: 9-14
🎬 Director: Jazzlyn Threlkeld

Performance Dates:

• May 23-25

Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsals will take place on Saturdays at 2:30 PM.

Tuition:

$105 per month before discounts and financial assistance. No student is turned away due to lack of funds; financial assistance is available—meet with Miss Letha at the audition.

Casting Policy:

Every child who auditions is guaranteed a role in the production.

Audition Details:

Auditions will include cold readings and acting out directions. Optional monologues are accepted for those who wish to showcase their skills.

About the Show:

The Epic Quests of the Damsels in Distress puts a clever twist on the typical damsel-in-distress story. These damsels take charge of their own adventures, embarking on epic quests filled with danger, humor, and friendship. With strong characters and a thrilling plot, this play is sure to entertain both cast and audience alike.

For more details, contact Mr. Chad at [email protected] or call 859-661-0600.

Spotlight Shenanigans: Skits and Giggles
Directed by Chad Hembree

A Bluegrass Players Community Theater Production

Audition Details:

• Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM
• Location: Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road, Berea, Kentucky
• Who Can Audition: Open to ages 11 and up. Adults are strongly encouraged to audition, but we’re also looking for young performers to provide opportunities for kids.

What to Expect:
Auditions will include improv exercises and readings from selected sketches. No prior experience necessary—just bring your creativity and a willingness to have fun!

Performance Dates:

• Thursday, April 4, 2025
• Friday, April 5, 2025
• Saturday, April 12, 2025
• Sunday, April 13, 2025

Rehearsal Schedule (Sundays until Dress Week)

Join the Fun with “101 Dalmatians KIDS” Auditions at Spotlight Acting School!

Spotlight Acting School is excited to announce auditions for 101 Dalmatians KIDS! We’re looking for talented young actors, ages 4-9, to take part in this fun-filled production. Bring to life the beloved characters from Disney’s classic story, including Pongo, Perdita, and the villainous Cruella de Vil, in a show that’s perfect for young performers!

📅 Audition Date: February 1
🕒 Time: 10:30 AM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY
🎭 Age Group: 4-11
🎬 Director: Daesha Miller
🎼 Music Director: Letha Hembree

Performance Dates:

• May 30-June 1
• June 6-8

Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsals will take place on Saturdays.

Tuition:

$105 per month before discounts and financial assistance. No student is turned away due to lack of funds; financial assistance is available—meet with Miss Letha at the audition.

Casting Policy:

Every child who auditions is guaranteed a role. You may request specific accommodations to avoid schedule conflicts.

Audition Details:

Prepare a song of your choice—there is no time limit, and it can be something simple like “Happy Birthday” or a favorite Disney tune. (Radio songs are not recommended for musicals.)

About the Show:

101 Dalmatians KIDS follows the adventure of Pongo and Perdita as they rescue their puppies from the evil Cruella de Vil. This delightful show features catchy songs, adorable characters, and a heartwarming story of friendship and courage. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young performers to showcase their talents on stage.

Auditions for the World Premiere Musical “Let the Women Sing” by the Bluegrass Players

Be part of a joyful and groundbreaking world premiere musical event! The Bluegrass Players are holding auditions for Let the Women Sing, a new musical written by Trudy Tait, which celebrates the women of the Bible in a powerful and unexpected way. Directed by Trudy Tait and Kyrsten Daugherty, this production is looking for actors, singers, and performers of all levels to help bring these incredible women to life.📅 Audition Date: February 23
🕒 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY
🎭 Age Group: 11+
🎬 Directed by: Trudy Tait and Kyrsten Daugherty

Performance Dates:

• May 23-24 (option to have Thursday Performances on 22)

About the Show:

Let the Women Sing is a joyful celebration of the remarkable women of the Bible. Though they lived centuries ago, their stories of sorrow, joy, and perseverance resonate just as deeply today. This world premiere musical brings these women to life in surprising and emotional ways, blending heartfelt storytelling with powerful music and performances.

Even if you aren’t the best of singers, there are non-singing roles available! And men—while the focus is on the women, there are still important supporting roles for you to fill.

Audition Details:

• Cold readings and music audition
• No experience necessary—everyone is encouraged to audition!
• Flexible rehearsals with small groups called for each session, becoming more frequent as the performance dates approach.

Peter Cottontail
An Easter Play Adaptation
Directed by Chad Hembree

A Bluegrass Players Community Theater Production

Audition Details:

• Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM
• Location: Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road, Berea, Kentucky
• Who Can Audition: Open to ages 7 through adult

What to Expect:
This heartwarming Easter production will bring the story of Peter Cottontail to life with plenty of charm, whimsy, and fun! Whether we use a traditional script or create our own adaptation will depend on the talents and creativity of our cast. Auditions will include cold readings, and no prior experience is necessary.

Rehearsal Schedule:
Rehearsals will take place on Sundays and Mondays each week.

Performance Dates:

• Friday, April 18, 2025
• Saturday, April 19, 2025

Celebrate Easter weekend with this delightful show for the whole family! Join us for a chance to be part of a production that’s full of joy, community, and the magic of springtime.

If the Good Lord’s Willing and the Creek Don’t Rise
A Comedy by Pat Cook
Directed by Chad Hembree

A Bluegrass Players Community Theater Production

Audition Details:

• Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
• Time: 8:00 PM
• Location: Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road, Berea, Kentucky
• Who Can Audition: Open to ages 16 and up

Performance Dates:

• Friday, May 2, 2025
• Saturday, May 3, 2025
• Sunday, May 4, 2025
• Thursday, May 8, 2025
• Saturday, May 10, 2025

What to Expect:
Auditions will include cold readings from the script. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and sense of humor! A full rehearsal schedule will be provided after casting.

About the Show:

If the Good Lord’s Willing and the Creek Don’t Rise is a zany comedy full of eccentric characters and laugh-out-loud moments. The story revolves around “Doc,” a retired judge who spends his days in odd pursuits, from flying his hot air balloon to writing nonsense books. His daughter, Charlotte, thinks he’s lost his marbles and conspires with a sly lawyer to take over his estate.

Throw in a psychologist on her first case, love-struck teenagers, a fiery school bus driver, and more, and you’ve got a recipe for hilarity. At its core, this play is a heartwarming tale of individuality and the joy of embracing a little madness now and then.

Character List:

Main Characters:

Joe “Doc” Babcock – Eccentric, philosophical retired judge; 50s-60s.
Charlotte Dinsel – Doc’s conniving daughter; 30s-40s.
Gerald Firestone – A shifty lawyer; 40s-50s.
Mandy Pemberton – A young psychologist on her first case; mid-20s.
Steve Renfro – A friendly artist and teacher; 30s.
Maxine McAllister – A large, anxious school bus driver; 40s-50s.
Doreen Furst – A dramatic and self-absorbed teenager; late teens.
Leo Jenkins – A likeable and goofy teenager; late teens.
Elizabeth Clairbourne – Doc’s close and supportive friend; 50s-60s.

Come join us and bring this zany Southern tale to life! We can’t wait to see you at auditions.