Bill Hanney’s Theatre By the Sea announces equity and non-equity adult auditions for its 2025 Summer season. The theater is seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors. Performers must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates. Local talent is strongly encouraged to audition for the following productions: 

• Always…Patsy Cline (presented May 28 – June 21)
  Please note: The roles of Patsy Cline and Louise Seger have been cast. Seeking understudy to cover both roles.

• Waitress (presented June 25 – July 19)
• Hairspray (presented July 23 – Aug. 16)
• Heartbreak Hotel (presented Aug. 20 – Sep. 14)

All performers and employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVD. Proof is required. Auditions are by appointment only and will be held on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26, 2025, at The Talent Factory, 46 Frenchtown Road, North Kingstown.

Non-Union Actors may sign up for an audition slot beginning Wednesday, January 15 at 10 am by visiting: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A8AB2FA3F4C25-54234423-2025. Space is limited.

AEA Actors may reserve an audition time by calling (978) 998-3996 between 11am and 1 pm on Jan 20 – 21.

Those auditioning should bring a current headshot and resume. Please prepare a brief cut (16-32 bars) from a song of your choice. Bring sheet music in the correct key - an accompanist will be provided but will not transpose. Acapella is not encouraged. Those auditioning may sing from the show for which they are interested. Time permitting, you may be asked to read – sides will be provided in the room. Dance callbacks will be held at the end of each morning and afternoon session. If asked to dance, please bring appropriate dance attire and footwear.

These auditions are for adults only. Youth actor auditions for Waitress and Heartbreak Hotel will be held at a later date.

Ensemble callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 14.  Principal callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 19 - 20.

The theater will be operating at a very strict, limited capacity. Those auditioning may not enter the building until 15 minutes prior to their scheduled session. Please arrive as “audition ready” as possible. Changing areas and warmup space will be limited.

Additional information and character breakdowns can be found at www.TheatreByTheSea.com. Please email 2025.tbts.casting@gmail.com with any questions.

Video submissions will be accepted for those unable to attend in person. Sides and additional info will be posted by early February. Please continue checking the Theatre By The Sea website for further details and updates. Audition notices will also be posted to Playbill, etc. prior to any calls and/or video submission requests. Actors interested in NYC principal appointments should submit via their agent or through Actors Access to the appropriate breakdown.

Theatre By The Sea is an equal opportunity employer which is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to attend this audition.