Auditions
The ϳԹ Theatre & Film Department and the Student Drama Association are holding a combined audition for two exciting productions this fall:
- Historical Comical: A Shakespeare Double Bill
Directed by Tom Robenolt – two bold Shakespeare cuts, one unforgettable night of theatre. - Winter Shorts
A festival of student-directed one-act plays presented by the Student Drama Association.
All performers, regardless of experience or gender, are encouraged to audition.
Audition Dates & Times
General Auditions:
- Saturday, September 6, 2025
- 12:00 – 3:00 PM
- Location: UAF Fine Arts Complex, Great Hall (check in at the audition table).
Callbacks (by invitation only):
- Sunday, September 7, 2025
- 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Note: You may be cast without attending callbacks.
Auditions are open to all! (walk-ins welcome; first-come, first-served).
Production Information
Historical Comical: A Shakespeare Double Bill
Directed by Tom Robenolt
Performance Dates: November 6–8 & 14–16, 2025
Venue: Lee H. Salisbury Theatre
- The Comedy of Errors: highly physical, movement-based, playful interaction.
- Henry V: focus on ensemble work, rhythm, and text clarity.
- Audition Prep: Prepare one of the (memorized or familiar) or bring your favorite Shakespeare monologue.
- Bonus: Bring an instrument, circus tricks, movement skills, or other hidden talents—we want to see your creativity!
Cast size: 12+ roles
Student Drama Association
Performance Dates: October 9–12, 2025
Venue: Lee H. Salisbury Theatre
- A selection of 2–3 one-act plays, each directed and designed by UAF students.
- Small casts, ranging in style and tone.
- Audition Prep: Bring a short monologue of your choice, OR prepare one of the (also accepted here).
Cast size: 10+ roles
Important Information
Availability Required:
- Winter Shorts
- Tech Week: October 4–8, 2025
- Performance Dates: October 9-12, 2025
- Historical Comical
- Tech Week: October 27 – November 6, 2025
- Performance Dates: November 6-8 & 14-16, 2025
You must be in town for tech week and performance dates to be cast.
How to prepare
(walk-ins accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis).
Prepare a short monologue or . Be ready to move, play, and show your range of skills.
Auditions will take place in the ϳԹ Fine Arts Complex. Please check in at the AUDITION table in the UAF Great Hall. Please arrive 10 minutes early to auditions for check-in and photos.