A Midsummer Night's Dream Audition Notice

City Theatre Austin
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
Adapted & Directed by Adam Adolfo

Auditions for City Theatre Austin’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream will take place Monday, May 25, & Tuesday, May 26, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at City Theatre Austin at the Genesis Creative Collective: 1507 Wilshire Blvd, Austin, TX 78722. Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.

ABOUT THE SHOW: What would Shakespeare sing at karaoke? Step backstage and into the spotlight for A Midsummer Night’s Dream as you’ve never seen - or heard - before! When a young actor stumbles upon a mysterious script, the walls between rehearsal and reality dissolve, unleashing the wild magic of Shakespeare’s words colliding with the pulse of pop music. Fairies harmonize, lovers belt their confusion, and theatre itself becomes the ultimate musical mash-up as backstage rivalries, romances, and dreams burst into full song.

This electrifying reimaging blends Elizabethan poetry with chart-topping anthems, turning Shakespeare’s classic comedy into a high-energy celebration of music, magic, and the transformative power of theatre. Part musical, part love letter to theatre kids everywhere, this Midsummer Night’s Dream proves that whether in iambic pentameter or a pop chorus, the show always finds a way to go on - and to steal your heart.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: Fearless performers, with high energy, capable of filling the space, who can confidently relay Shakespearean text while being charismatic & confident singers. Cast breakdown located at the end of this audition notice. Actors of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, abilities, and backgrounds are encouraged to audition. City Theatre is committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative artistic environment that reflects the diversity of the Central Texas community.

WHAT’S THE AUDITION:
Auditioning actors should prepare a comedic Shakespearean monologue (no longer than 60 seconds). No monologue? No problem. Cold-read a monologue that will be provided to you. Your talent, interest, & presence matter most. It is recommended that everyone be familiar with the character descriptions before auditioning. The vocal audition should consist of no more than one minute (16-32 bars) of a pop, rock, or R&B song of your choice. We want your song to highlight your talents as a singer & storyteller. We DO NOT want to hear any musical theatre songs. You should sing with a pre-recorded track. A Bluetooth Speaker will be provided. Please have the exact cut you will be using cued up before entering the audition space. It shouldn’t include vocals. Performers proficient in acoustic guitar may accompany themselves for their vocal audition. We will not accept an acapella audition. We will see three performers per 10-minute block. Due to this format, it is imperative that you show up 10 mins before your audition time. Example: Your audition time is 6:30 pm. Please arrive by 6:20 pm to get signed in.

REGARDING INTIMACY: Participants in the production acknowledge there will be moments of staged physical & emotional intimacy between characters of various gender combinations. This can include physical touch, romantic situations, emotional closeness, and scenarios that require performers to explore vulnerability within their roles, while maintaining a safe, respectful environment for all participants.

REGARDING VIOLENCE: Participants in the production acknowledge that the production contains scenes depicting moments of violence as an essential part of the storytelling, understanding that these moments are to be carefully staged for dramatic effect and do not reflect real-life behavior or encourage violence in any form.