General Auditions

General Auditions are here!

The gateway to WAYTCo’s premier offerings, this audition moment is not to be missed! We are looking for performers, theatre makers, writers and people who just love theatre!

Who is eligible?

ALL young people are encouraged to apply, especially First Nations young people, young people of colour or who identify as CaLD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), LGBTQIA+ youth and/or youth living with disability.

You must fall within the age range for the particular ensemble you sign-up for at time of audition. So:

• Beginners 11-14
• Juniors 15-17
• Seniors 18-25

How does it work?

There are a number of different date and time options available. Dates & times for 2024 General Auditions are:

Sign Up

Click on the button above that represents your Audition preference, and complete the form. Please submit ONE form only. Once the workshop is at capacity, the table and sub-page will show ‘FULL’.

What do I need to prepare?

Prepare ONE monologue (contemporary or classical) of up to 2 minutes in length. There are plenty available online:

• Teen Monologues
• Female Shakespeare Monologues
• Male Shakespeare Monologues

Choose one you connect to. You can write your own monologue if you prefer, or simply tell us a story in 2 minutes (max).

What else do I need to know?

General Auditions are held in the WAYTCo Studio (1st Floor, King Street Arts Centre).

Auditions are two hours long and are held in a welcoming workshop format. There will be some group activities followed by presentation of your monologue or story.

Please wear loose comfy clothes that are easy to move in.

What if I don’t get in?

Selection for ensembles and casting opportunities is not guaranteed. If you miss out, you can still join us for other programs, such as our Playwright’s Pathway, and you are encouraged to enquire about Production and Technical Assistant roles, and Arts Management internships.

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