Audition Notice
Local EPA auditions for the 2025-2026 Season on March 26th and 27th, 2025
10AM-6PM
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre seeks members of Actors’ Equity Association for the upcoming season. Those with intersections in BIPOC, PGM, and LGBTQIA+ are also strongly encouraged to apply. Local AEA members shall have preference, EMC and non-union auditions will be scheduled as time allows.
Auditions by appointment only, no phone calls, please.
For an appointment please email Casting@KCRep.org
KCRep Mission: To inspire, entertain, and open minds by creating transformative theatre experiences for all.
KCRep Vision: KCRep will be a catalyst for a culturally vibrant, equitable, and thriving Kansas City by connecting artists and audiences in a welcoming environment that fosters wonder, curiosity, and understanding.
PREPARATION: Some roles will be understudied.
Actor-musicians for The Wizard of Oz should bring one instrument to demonstrate their ability to read music and play proficiently.
Preparation: Performers will have up to three minutes to audition using material of the performer’s own choice. An accompanist will be provided. Bring sheet music clearly marked and in the correct key.
For a musical: 16 bars of a song in the style of the show you are interested in, one contrasting monologue, not to exceed 3 minutes total. An accompanist will be provided.
For a play: 2 contrasting monologues, not to exceed 3 minutes total.
The Color Purple
| DIRECTOR |
Daniel Bryant |
| MUSIC DIRECTOR |
Pamela Baskin Watson |
| STAGE |
Spencer |
| CONTRACT |
LORT B |
| IMPORTANT DATES |
| 1ST REHEARSAL |
July 29, 2025 |
| DESIGNER RUN |
August 22, 2025 |
| TECH |
August 29, 2025 |
| 1ST PREVIEW |
September 2, 2025 |
| OPENING |
September 5, 2025 |
| U/S REHEARSAL |
September 10, 2025 |
| CLOSING |
September 21, 2025 |
Book by Marsha Norman
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray
Indulge in a world of soul-stirring music and unyielding hope with The Color Purple, the award-winning stage musical based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
With a rich score blending gospel, jazz, and blues, The Color Purple is a celebration of the human spirit that will move your heart and lift your soul. Weaving a story of love, redemption, and triumph over adversity, following the extraordinary journey of Celie, a young woman who discovers her voice and strength against all odds. Don’t miss the chance to witness this breathtaking tale of courage and transformation – where every note and every moment remind us of the beauty and power of love.
CELIE / young and adult / Ensemble–African American, 20s-early 30s. Mezzo-Soprano with a strong singing voice.
Drives the story. Vulnerable, spirited, introverted, mischievous, seemingly passive but really not, has a deep, hard soul, believes that she is ugly, has a sense of humor that is sometimes wicked. She is an observer. Comfortable with pop, blues, and gospel.
NETTIE / young and adult / Ensemble–African American, 20s-early 30s. Alto, nice voice.
Celie’s younger sister. Attractive, adventuresome, feisty spirit, maternal, more educated and knowledgeable than Celie. She has a powerful bond with Celie. Forced by Mister to leave Celie, she starts a new life in Africa.
SOFIA / Ensemble–African American, 30s. Alto.
Powerful warrior woman. Physically bigger and beautiful. Comfortable being large, great sense of humor, touching, vulnerable. Married to Harpo, she does not let anyone mistreat her. Needs comic chops. Character must be a very strong blues-gospel-influenced singer.
HARPO / Ensemble— African-American, 20s. Tenor
Mister’s vulnerable, confused, good-hearted son. He is of the new generation. He understands the wrongs of his father and grand father, and wants to do better. He marries the independent Sofia. He spends much time trying to get Sofia to obey him the way Celie obeys his father, but he is unsuccessful, as Sofia is considerably stronger than he is. Harpo eventually establishes a jukejoint in his first house and becomes Squeak’s lover. Later, he and Sofia reconcile. Through his love of Sofia, he learns how to love a woman. Needs a great tenor singing voice.
MISTER / Ensemble–African American, 30s-40s. Baritone, Bass
Also known as Albert. Like Celie, a deep well. Handsome, big, masculine, strong presence, dominating. Gets his power for free. Married to Celie, he abuses her. He is in love with Shug. He transforms to a kind man by the end of the story. Needs a great singing voice.
SHUG / Ensemble –African American, 30s-40s. Knockout Alto Blues voice.
A popular singer, we meet her at death’s door. Attractive, confident, dynamic, powerful, irresistible, but has a frailty, like a wounded animal. She is loved by both Celie and Mister. Needs a knockout, Bessie Smith-style, bluesy singing voice.
SQUEAK / Ensemble–African American, 20s. Belt / soprano.
Harpo’s lover after Sofia leaves him. Although she is mistreated, she eventually undergoes a transformation, demanding to be called by her actual name, Mary Agnes, and starting a new life. She is of mixed ancestry. Attractive, sassy, fiery, strong-willed, unafraid to take anybody on, has a caring heart. Has comic chops. Has a great singing voice with belt and soprano capability.
PA / Old Pa / Ensemble–African American, 40s – 70)Pps. Baritone.
An abuser and embittered man. He is father to Celie & Nettie, as well as father to Celie’s two children, whom he abducts from Celie and gives away at birth.
GUARD / ENSEMBLE
PREACHER / GRADY / ENSEMBLE
THREE CHRUCH LADIES / ENSEMBLE
DRACULA
| DIRECTOR |
Joanie Schultz and Vanessa Severro |
| STAGE |
Copaken |
| CONTRACT |
LORT D contracting at LORT C |
| IMPORTANT DATES |
| 1ST REHEARSAL |
September 16, 2025 |
| DESIGNER RUN |
October 3, 2025 |
| TECH |
October 10, 2025 |
| 1ST PREVIEW |
October 14, 2025 |
| OPENING |
October 17, 2025 |
| U/S REHEARSAL |
October 22, 2025 |
| CLOSING |
November 2, 2025 |
Based on the Novel by Bram Stoker
By Vanessa Severo in collaboration with Joanie Schultz
Directed by Joanie Schultz and Vanessa Severo
Step into the shadows with this spine-tingling adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic Dracula.
In a world where everyone harbors a deadly secret, tension and temptation lurk around every corner. As Dr Seward works to unlock the mystery of Renfield’s strange affliction, it pulls everyone into a web of mystery, desire, and danger. Created by Vanessa Severo (Frida…A Self Portrait) and Joanie Schultz, this daring, highly theatrical retelling infuses the legendary vampire tale with humor, humanity, and bone-chilling thrills. Experience a classic like never before—gripping, provocative, and pulsing with new life.
MINA: A Woman in her 20’s. Smart. Very.
LUCY: Mina’s friend–seeking a dancer or actor who is movement-oriented
VAN HELSING: A Doctor, and Scientist. A Woman, who dresses as a man.
JONATHAN/JAMES: Mina’s Fiancé/An Attendant to Renfield.
SEWARD: A Doctor of the insane asylum.
MRS. W: Lucy’s mother.
A Christmas Carol
| DIRECTOR |
Jason Chanos |
| MUSIC DIRECTOR |
Anthony Edwards |
| STAGE |
Spencer |
| CONTRACT |
LORT B |
| IMPORTANT DATES |
| 1ST REHEARSAL |
October 22, 2025 |
| DESIGNER RUN |
November 8, 2025 |
| TECH |
November 15, 2025 |
| 1ST PREVIEW |
November 27, 2025 |
| OPENING |
November 30, 2025 |
| U/S REHEARSAL |
December 5, 2025 |
| CLOSING |
December 28, 2025 |
No roles available.
Youth Cast auditions will be held in the fall.
One of the Good Ones
| DIRECTOR |
TBA |
| STAGE |
Copaken |
| CONTRACT |
LORT D contracting at LORT C |
| IMPORTANT DATES |
| 1ST REHEARSAL |
January 20, 2026 |
| DESIGNER RUN |
February 6, 2026 |
| TECH |
February 11, 2026 |
| 1ST PREVIEW |
February 17, 2026 |
| OPENING |
February 20, 2026 |
| U/S REHEARSAL |
February 25, 2026 |
| CLOSING |
March 8, 2026 |
| TOUR |
March 12-22, 2026 |
By Gloria Calderón Kellett
The ultimate family showdown is on in this new comedy hailed as “genuinely funny, topical, and heartfelt” by Entertainment Weekly.
When the “perfect” Latina daughter brings her boyfriend home to meet the parents, her family’s biases and preconceptions are put on full display. As tensions run high and hilarity ensues, everyone must navigate the ins and outs of family dynamics and the boundaries of acceptance — all while tackling the age-old question: what does it truly mean to be an American? Meet your new favorite family in this laugh-out-loud, heartfelt story from Gloria Calderón Kellett, the co-creator and showrunner of Netflix’s One Day at a Time.
ILANA GOMEZ, 40s-50s, Latina woman, married to Enrigue, Mother of Yoli. Of Mexican / Puerto Rican descent. Wants the best for her daughter. Feels torn about balancing the pressures she and her family faced around cultural dynamics in an English-speaking world. Her grandmother was punished for speaking Spanish in school and now Illana carries the guilt of not being able to speak Spanish as an adult. Excellent comedic timing.
PEDRO, 30’s, Latino of any race. Lives his life mostly in Spanish.
YOLI, 22, Latina woman, who identifies as Mexican/Puerto Rican/Cuban American. Proficient and enthusiastic Spanish speaker. She is the daughter of Ilana and Enrique. Revolutionary spirit, bucks conventions. Excellent comedic timing.
ENRIQUE GOMEZ, 50’s, Cuban of Spanish descent. Fluent Spanish speaker; traditionalist, he is the father of Yoli, husband to Ilana. Trying to survive meeting his daughter’s new boyfriend. Excellent comedic timing.
MARCOS CRUISE, 24. Yoli’s boyfriend, proficient Spanish speaker. His parents were both from outside of Boston; they did a semester abroad and fell in love with Mexico. Marcos’ mom changed her major to Espanol and dad remained a business major but finished his studies in Mexico City to be with her. They had Marcos there and later moved to Los Angeles when his dad got a job doing business relations with The Dodgers. He is a dual citizen but can’t run for President. Excellent comedic timing.
The Wizard of Oz
| DIRECTOR |
Stuart Carden |
| MUSIC DIRECTOR |
Dan Weschler |
| STAGE |
Spencer |
| CONTRACT |
LORT B |
| IMPORTANT DATES |
| 1ST REHEARSAL |
April 7, 2026 |
| DESIGNER RUN |
April 24, 2026 |
| TECH |
April 29, 2026 |
| 1ST PREVIEW |
May 5, 2026 |
| OPENING |
May 8, 2026 |
| U/S REHEARSAL |
May 13, 2026 |
| CLOSING |
May 31, 2026 |
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard
Original Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for The Royal Shakespeare Company
Based Upon the Classic Motion Picture Owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and Distributed in all Media by Warner Bros.
Featuring new orchestrations and arrangements by PigPen Theatre Co.
Directed by Artistic Director Stuart Carden
Follow the yellow brick road to magic and adventure!
Journey to the magical land of Oz in this enchanting stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz in collaboration with PigPen Theatre Co. Join Dorothy, Toto, and her unforgettable companions—the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion—as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road in search of the Wizard and a way back home.
With dazzling costumes, stunning sets, and timeless songs like “Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard,” this beloved classic comes to life in a spectacular production for audiences of all ages. Full of heart, courage, and imagination, it’s a story that reminds us there’s no place like home.
*This is an actor-musician approach to the production so anyone auditioning must also audition with an instrument. We are open to all instruments but performers will need a medium level of proficiency and ability to read music.
Roles:
Dorothy Gale
Aunt Em/Glinda
Uncle Henry/Emerald City Guard
Zeke/Cowardly Lion
Hickory/Tin Man
Hunk/Scarecrow
Miss Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West
Professor Marvel/Wizard of Oz
Actor-Musician Ensemble of 7 – The actor-musician ensemble will form the OZ Band and perform the many ensemble roles of Wizard of Oz including but not exclusive to; Winkies, Citizens of OZ, Citizens of Munchkinland, Apple Trees, Poppies, Crows, Puppeteers, Storytellers.
Youth Cast auditions will be held at a later time, TBD.
