Upcoming Auditions
All auditions will be held at either the Old Post Office Playhouse, located at 10 South Main Avenue, Newton, NC 28658 or the GROW Building, located at 213 S College Ave, Newton, NC 28658. Each show below will specify where auditions are being held.
DO NOT PARK at the South Square parking lot that is next to the theatre.
The Green Room Community Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, and ability to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the specific audition details below.
Click on the titles below for specific information on auditions.
Come From Away
June 14 & 15
Show Dates: September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27
Audition Dates: Sunday, June 14 & Monday, June 15. Auditions will be held at the OPOP.
AUDITION TIMES
Sunday, June 14th- 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, June 15th- 6:00-9:00pm
Callbacks: Tuesday, June 16th 6:00-9:00pm
Rehearsals will begin July 19th
**You must be available for all performances. Please bring your list of rehearsal conflicts with you. You MUST be able to attend all of the tech week (the week before the show opens) unless in rare emergency cases an exception is approved before being cast by the director.
CREATIVE TEAM
Director- Gabriel Beech
Music Director- Vicki Harvell
Choreographer- Holley Dagenhardt & Gina Duckworth
Stage Manager- Sarah Kate Pedraza
A message from the creative team: We are seeking all races, ethnicities, body types, gender identities, actors with disabilities, and actors of all ages for roles in this production. We thank you in advance for sharing your talents with us!
NOTE- Auditionees must be at least 18 years old to audition.
AUDITION SIGN UPS
Please sign up for a 5 minute audition slot at the link below. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your audition slot to allow time for filling out the audition form and checking in.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Please Prepare a 32 bar cut (around 1 minute) of a song in the style of the show. You will be given a side at the callback to cold read in the audition.
CALLBACKS
Callbacks will be emailed out promptly after the second night of auditions conclude and will be held on the following day (June 16th). Callbacks will include script reads, prepared singing, and a brief movement call. If you are not called back, it does not mean that you are not cast.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
BEVERLY & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s–50s)
An American Airlines pilot, Beverly has always loved flying, but her world is changed when she hears about coworkers who were killed in the attacks, and when she is confronted by passengers who refuse to fly again. Soprano belter with strong high mix up to C#.
DIANE & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s – 60s)
Diane is a traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out he is safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wild and carefree side of herself. Contemporary soprano or mezzo with strong mix up to a D.
HANNAH & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s-50s)
Hannah is the mother of a firefighter in Manhattan. She waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Contemporary soprano with strong high mix up to E.
JANICE & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 20s-40s)
A local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naive about the ways of the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her and learn to grasp the cold realities. Contemporary soprano with strong belt and mix up to E.
BEULAH & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s–60s)
Head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, she befriends Hannah and walks to church and prays with her. Quick-witted and open hearted, Beulah loves to share a joke. Mezzo w strong belt up to B.
BONNIE & OTHERS: (Female identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s–60s)
A no–nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety. Mezzo with strong belt up to B.
OZ & OTHERS: (Male identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 30s–50s)
The quirky constable in the two–person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Tenor up to G.
KEVIN T. & OTHERS: (Male identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 20s–40s)
The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they were stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin creates the ‘Pay It Forward Foundation.’ Tenor up to G.
KEVIN J. & OTHERS: (Male identifying, Latino, Asian, Middle Eastern, or any ethnicity, playing age 20s-40s)
Kevin’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he is eager to leave Gander and get back to the U.S. as soon as possible. Tenor or Baritone.
BOB & OTHERS: (Male identifying, African–American, playing age 20s–40s)
A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that it’s World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet – but instead he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Baritone.
CLAUDE & OTHERS: (Male identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 40s–60s)
The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he’s never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude. Baritenor/Tenor up to G.
NICK & OTHERS:
Male identifying, any ethnicity, playing age 50s–60s)
An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for another passenger, Diane. Baritone or Baritenor up to E
Henry IV Part I
Show Dates: October 2, 3, 9, & 10, 2026
Audition Dates: August 17 & 18, 2026
Audition Info: Auditions for Shakespeare in the Park’s Henry IV, Part 1 will be held on Monday, August 17 & Tuesday, August 18 at 7 PM. Auditions will take place at GROW.
Hollie Sherrill is the Director. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. All Shakespeare-loving actors, anyone on the fence, and Shakespeare “virgins” are encouraged to audition! The director is looking for cast members ages 15-78.
The Green Room Community Theatre is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As such, we encourage performers of all races and ethnicities, gender identities, sexualities, abilities, and ages, to attend every audition.
You must be available for all performances. Please bring your list of rehearsal conflicts with you. You MUST be able to attend all of tech week (the week before the show opens) unless, in rare emergency cases, an exception is approved before being cast by the director.
Mark your calendars and plan to come and have some fun at auditions! If you have any questions, please call The Green Room Community Theatre at (828) 464-6583.
Character Breakdown:
King Henry IV
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 50s-70s
The weary King of England, burdened by rebellion and disappointed in his son Prince Hal. Intelligent, authoritative, and politically shrewd, he struggles to maintain stability within the kingdom and his own family.
Prince Hal
Suggested Age/Type: Male, late teens-30s
The prince of Wales and heir to the throne. Clever, charismatic, and rebellious, Hal spends his time in taverns with commoners while secretly preparing to become the leader his father hopes for. A dynamic coming-of-age role.
Sir John Falstaff
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 40s-70s
A larger-than-life knight known for his wit, humor, cowardice, and love of excess. Falstaff serves as both comic relief and a complicated father figure to Hal. Requires strong comedic timing and commanding stage presence.
Hotspur (Henry Percy)
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 20s-40s
A fiery and honorable young nobleman leading a rebellion against King Henry. Brave, impulsive, and intensely driven, Hotspur serves as a foil to Prince Hal.
Earl of Northumberland
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 40s-70s
Hotspur’s father and a powerful nobleman involved in the growing rebellion against the king.
Worcester
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 40s-70s
Hotspur’s uncle. Strategic, politically calculating, and deeply involved in organizing the rebellion.
Lady Percy (Kate)
Suggested Age/Type: Female, 20s-40s
Hotspur’s spirited and intelligent wife. She deeply loves her husband and challenges him with humor and passion.
Lady Mortimer
Suggested Age/Type: Female, 20s-40s
Wife of Mortimer. A gentle and romantic role with opportunities for emotional connection and musicality.
Poins
Suggested Age/Type: Male, late teens-30s
One of Hal’s closest companions in the tavern world. Mischievous, clever, and playful.
Bardolph
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 20s-60s
A drinking companion of Falstaff. Comic and rough around the edges.
Peto
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 20s-50s
Another member of Falstaff’s circle. Loyal and comedic.
Mistress Quickly
Suggested Age/Type: Female, 30s-60s
The hostess of the Boar’s Head Tavern. Talkative, humorous, and often caught in the chaos created by Falstaff and his companions.
Douglas
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 20s-50s
A fierce Scottish warrior allied with Hotspur during the rebellion.
Glendower
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 40s-70s
A mystical and passionate Welsh leader allied with the rebels. Proud and theatrical.
Mortimer
Suggested Age/Type: Male, 20s-40s
A nobleman aligned with the rebellion and husband to Lady Mortimer.
As well as ensemble members who will play various roles including nobles, soldiers, messengers, tavern patrons, and attendants.