Audition Call: JHU Theatre’s Spring Mainstage Production

poster for play Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf. Two glasses of whiskey

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, By Edward Albee

Directed by James Glossman

Auditions take place Monday November 11, 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Sign up for an audition time here.

Callbacks 9:00 am – 11:00 pm, the same night

Additional Information

  • Everyone is invited to audition.
  • Performance dates: April 2 – 6
  • If you are interested in contributing to technical production, please email us at [email protected].
  • For questions, email [email protected]
  • JHU Theatre is committed to inclusive casting, and encourages auditions from artists of all races, ethnicities, abilities, gender expressions, and identities. We welcome accessibility requests to accommodate actors with disabilities.

The Playshop

The Playshop is a home for student-run theatre and experimental performance at the John Astin Theatre. It includes all kinds of performances, exhibits, and events. Student theatre groups welcome. All members of the JHU community welcome. Questions? Contact Abe Stoll  [email protected]

  • Include your production in the JHU Theatre calendar.
  • Generous grants available, courtesy of the Taylor Theatre Fund.
  • Applications accepted year round.

Application

Elements of the Application

A complete application should have the following information. We are happy to work with you as you assemble the parts.

Submit applications to [email protected]. Applications are accepted year-round

  • Project Title
  • Applicant Name and Email
  • Faculty or Staff Advisor
  • Range of Possible Dates
  • Description (max 300 words; include number of performances and technical needs)
  • Production Team (include at minimum: Director; Technical Director; size of cast)
  • Budget (if you are seeking financial support for any aspect of your project, provide an estimate of costs; grants up to $1,000 per project)

Further Information

Each project is responsible for its own technical design and stage management. JHU Theatre will train your Technical Director in the use of the John Astin Theatre, and will provide support as needed. Be prepared to take part in training, on such things as lighting and sound. The extent of the training will depend on the complexity of the project, and the Technical Director’s experience. We welcome anyone eager to learn.

Once your project has been accepted, we will work with you to develop a more detailed production calendar. These may include auditions, rehearsals, rehearsal reports, tech training, set design, ticketing.

In order to get on the calendar for the John Astin Theatre, apply early. Grants courtesy of the Taylor Theatre Fund.

Our Theatre Partners

Check out some of the student groups that make up JHU’s lively theatre scene: