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.

🎭 AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT – “FINALLY” 🎭

Have you ever dreamed of performing that one Broadway song but never had the chance? Well, Finally, your moment has arrived!

The Bluegrass Players proudly present “Finally” – A Broadway Revue, where performers get to showcase the song they’ve always wanted to sing. Directed by Kyrsten Daugherty, this unique production lets YOU take center stage with a number you’ve been waiting to perform.

✨ AUDITION DETAILS
📅 Date: Saturday, March 9
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse

🎶 What to Prepare:

• Come ready to sing your dream Broadway song!
• Be prepared for a brief discussion with the director about your selection.

✨ SHOW DATES
📅 June 13-15 at The Spotlight Playhouse

This is your chance to shine in a fun and supportive show celebrating the joy of musical theater. Whether you’ve been waiting years for this or just found your dream song, we can’t wait to hear it!

Come audition and finally make your Broadway moment happen!

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.

📚🎭 A Musical Adventure with Everyone’s Favorite First Grader!

Spotlight Acting School is excited to announce auditions for Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School JR.! This hilarious and heartwarming musical is packed with catchy songs, fun characters, and plenty of laughs as Junie B. shares her “expert” tips on surviving school.

🎭 Directed by: Daesha Miller
👥 Who Can Audition: Ages 4-11

📅 Audition Date: Saturday, March 15
🕦 Time: 11:30 AM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY

Performance Dates:

📅 August 15-17 & August 22-24

Audition Details:

Auditions will include singing a short song of your choice (anything simple, like Happy Birthday or a favorite Disney tune, is fine) and reading lines from the script. No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and energy!

🌟 Every student who auditions will be cast!

Rehearsal & Summer Travel:

We understand that summer is a busy time for vacations, and missing a few rehearsals is no problem! This production is scheduled with flexibility in mind, so if you have travel plans, don’t worry—we’ll work around them!

About the Show:

Based on the best-selling Junie B. Jones book series, this fun-filled musical follows Junie B. as she shares her best (and sometimes silliest) tips on everything from new friends to school supplies. Full of humor, heart, and important lessons, this show is a fantastic opportunity for young actors to shine on stage.

💰 Tuition: $105 per month before discounts and financial assistance. No student is turned away due to financial need—please speak with us at auditions for scholarship options.

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

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🗞️ A High-Energy Musical for Young Performers!

Spotlight Acting School is thrilled to announce auditions for Disney’s Newsies JR., a dynamic and inspiring musical packed with show-stopping songs, exciting dance numbers, and an unforgettable story of courage and friendship.

🎭 Directed by: Sarah Jeck, Jazzlyn Threlkeld, & Kelly Fischer
🎼 Music Direction by: Letha Hembree
👥 Who Can Audition: Ages 14-18

📅 Audition Date: Saturday, March 29
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM (Noon)
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY

Performance Dates:

📅 August 1-3 & August 8-10

Audition Details:

• Prepare a short song of your choice (a Broadway or Disney song is recommended).
• Be ready for cold readings from the script.
• A basic movement audition will be included—come dressed comfortably to move!
• No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and energy!

🌟 Every student who auditions will be cast!

About the Show:

Set in 1899, Newsies JR. follows Jack Kelly and his band of young newspaper sellers as they rally together to fight for fairness against the powerful publishers of New York. Inspired by true events, this high-energy musical features hits like “Seize the Day,” “Carrying the Banner,” and “King of New York.” With powerful themes of resilience, friendship, and standing up for what’s right, Newsies JR. is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to shine!

💰 Tuition: $105 per month before discounts and financial assistance. No student is turned away due to financial need—please speak with us at auditions for scholarship options.

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

☠️ A Classic Dark Comedy with The Bluegrass Players!

The Bluegrass Players are thrilled to announce auditions for Arsenic and Old Lace, a hilarious and fast-paced dark comedy filled with eccentric characters, quick-witted dialogue, and plenty of twists!

🎭 Directed by: Chad Hembree
👥 Who Can Audition: Open to adults and older teens of all experience levels

📅 Audition Date: Sunday, May 4
🕓 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY

Performance Dates:

📅 June 20-22 & June 27-28

Rehearsal Schedule:

🗓️ Rehearsals will be held on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays leading up to the show.

About the Show:

Arsenic and Old Lace is a beloved stage comedy that follows the charming yet increasingly frantic Mortimer Brewster as he discovers his sweet, elderly aunts’ rather unconventional hobby—helping lonely old gentlemen “find peace” through poisoned elderberry wine. As bodies pile up, a mix of oddball characters, a delusional brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and a sinister long-lost sibling create chaos in this timeless farce!

Audition Details:

• Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
• No preparation necessary—just bring your comedic timing and energy!
• This play relies heavily on quick dialogue and strong character work, making it a fantastic opportunity for actors who love classic comedy.

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

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 Tuesdays 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.

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)