We are holding local auditions for Young People 16+ and Adults in the Columbia County Region on April 6th. Submissions for our 2024 season will open soon.

We are currently making hiring decisions. If you are under consideration for our 2023 season, we will make contact with you as soon as possible.

We are holding local auditions for Kids (Ages 7–15) and Adults (Ages 16+) in the Columbia County Region on April 5 & 6. See below for the full details

NOTE: If you are a young actor interested in auditioning for our September After School Program For Actors, we will be taking separate submissions for that program in the coming weeks. Please follow us on social media for updates.

Submission Form

The main purpose of this form is to find out how many people are coming so we allow enough time for all auditionees. Please complete by March 31, 2024 at 5pm. Walk-ins will be accepted, but will only be seen as time allows.

Audition Details

Kids (Ages 7–15)
Date and Time: Saturday, April 5, 9:30am–3pm
Location: Mary E. Dardess Elementary School, 50 Woodbridge Ave, Chatham, NY 12037

Adults (Ages 16+)
Date and Time: Sunday, April 6, 11am–4pm
Location: Mary E. Dardess Elementary School, 50 Woodbridge Ave, Chatham, NY 12037

What We Are Looking For This Season

Adults (Ages 16+)

Opportunities for principal and ensemble members available in A Bronx Tale, Guys and Dolls, Annie, and Escape to Margaritaville

Kids (Ages 7–15)

A Bronx Tale
Young Calogero (double cast): Male, 9 yo. Must believably play adult Calogero’s younger self. Excellent singer who moves very well.

Annie
All roles will be double cast, and all cast members will perform in every show rotating between their principal role and ensemble orphans who sing “Hard Knock Life,” “Fully Dressed,” and “A New Deal for Christmas”

Annie: Female, 10–12 yo. Mezzo-soprano belter. A tough yet charming streetwise orphan. Annie is independent, hopeful, and full of life; she acts as a leader/mother figure to the other orphans and yearns for parents of her own. Looking for a strong singer and smart actress who can carry the energy of the show. Sings “Maybe” and “Tomorrow.”
Pepper: The toughest orphan, always getting into fights.
Duffy: The oldest orphan, usually forced to help Annie break up the fights.
July: The sweetest, quietest orphan.
Tessie: The crybaby of the orphanage; must have a loud, whiny voice.
Kate: The second youngest orphan after Molly.
Molly: The littlest orphan, she latches onto Annie for love and protection.

What You Will Need At The Audition

All auditionees must provide a printed resume with name, address, phone and email contact information, with a recent printed photograph. Snapshots are fine.

Prepare a song and bring sheet music (You will be asked for 16 bars of your song), an accompanist will be provided. If auditioning for the roles in Annie or for Young Calogero, prepare the materials found here:

• Annie
• Orphans
• Young Calogero

Adults and Kids will be asked to participate in a movement/dance combination. Pack/wear clothing and shoes that you are comfortable moving in.

Tips for your Audition

A couple of things that might be helpful for you to consider ahead of the audition.

• Pick a song that best shows off your voice, whether a ballad or up-tempo number.
• Consider the types of shows in the schedule and pick appropriate material.
• People who are primarily singers are not expected to be polished dancers, but do need to show their movement ability.

We are so excited to be back for our local auditions and we look forward to seeing you, and your talents very soon!

Health And Safety Protocols

All Mac-Haydn cast, crew, and staff must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and must agree to abide by the theatre’s health protocols.