STAGES St. Louis | Chesterfield, MO

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: Open Call

AUDITION DATE

Friday, January 23, 2026

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (C)

Lunch 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

APPOINTMENTS

Scheduling of audition appointments will beginning on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 12pm CST. Please go to: https://form.jotform.com/25279... . The deadline to secure an audition appointment is January 11, 2026, at 11:59 pm CST. Appointments will be assigned by email.

CONTRACT

LOA

$708 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST) plus housing & travel

SEEKING

Equity singers for Stages St. Louis 2026 Season (See breakdown).

PREPARATION

Please prepare the audition material for the role that you are interested in. The material for each character is available at: http://hdbcasting.com/stages-s... auditions . If you would rather, you may prepare a song of your own choosing in the style of the show but also prepare the Side in the linked material. Have your full book of music on hand. Also, bring your headshot and resume stapled together. We are not accepting video submissions at this time.”

LOCATION

STAGES St. Louis Kent Center for Theatre Arts

1023 Chesterfield Parkway East

Chesterfield, MO 63017

PERSONNEL

Artistic Director: Gayle Holsman Seay

Executive Producer: Andrew Kuhlman

Artistic General Manager: Alicia Scott-Aune

Expected to attend:

Artistic Director / Co-Director & Co-

Choreographer - SPELLING BEE: Gayle Holsman Seay

Director - GUYS & DOLLS: James Monroe Iglehart

Director - COME FROM AWAY: Michael Bello

Co-Director & Co-Choreographer - SPELLING BEE: Ron Gibbs

Musical Director - SPELLING BEE: Michael Kaish

See breakdown for production specific personnel.

OTHER DATES

Callbacks: January 24 & 25, 2026

See breakdown for production specific dates.

OTHER

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An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination.

Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

Stages St. Louis 2026 Season

Stages St. Louis encourages and actively seeks actors of all Ethnicities, Nationalities and Gender. STAGES St. Louis strives to cultivate an inclusive environment which welcomes differences of ethnicity, religion, sexuality, income, or any other divisions with generosity and openness among its artists, audiences, leaders, and community. Through support and understanding of our differences, we can recognize our commonalities.

STAGES encourages performers of all ethnicities, races, gender identities, ages, body types, and abilities to audition. When a gender is included in a character description, it refers only to the gender identity and/or presentation of that character as scripted by the playwright and not that of the performer.

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

Co-Directors & Co-Choreographers: Gayle Holsman Seay & Ron Gibbs

Musical Director: Michael Kaish

Rehearsals begin in St. Louis: May 5, 2026

Performances: May 29 – June 28, 2026

SYNOPSIS: A delightfully oddball crew of six eccentric tweens (portrayed by adult actors) compete for the ultimate prize: the title of spelling bee champion and a ticket to the national finals in Washington, D.C.! As they tackle tricky words round after round, each contestant reveals hilariously heartfelt glimpses into their complicated preteen worlds. It’s a chaotic, laugh-filled journey to crown the best speller — complete with audience participation and plenty of surprises. And hey, even the ones who don't win walk away with a juice box...

SEEKING:

CHIP TOLENTINO: Male, any ethnicity, 18+ to play preteen. The reigning spelling bee champion, returning to defend his title. A boy scout; he’s confident, athletic, charming and outgoing. He expects things to come easily to him. Puberty is now hitting at an inopportune time, and the unexpected hormonal changes could hinder his chances at winning this year. Doubles as JESUS who talks to Marcy. Tenor.

LOGAINNE SCHWARTZANDGRUBENNIERE: Female, any ethnicity, 18+ to play preteen. The youngest of the spellers. A high-strung social justice warrior and political spitfire. She has a lisp but doesn’t let it slow her down. Seemingly polite and put together at most times, she’s incredibly stressed because of internal pressure and the pressure her two fathers put on her. She is very smart and practices harder than anyone. Mezzo/Alto belter.

LEAF CONEYBEAR: Male, any ethnicity, 18+ to play preteen. No one is more excited to be in the Bee; he was a second alternate and was surprised to get the call to compete. Home schooled along with his many siblings in a hippie family, he has an active imagination, but an inferiority complex and attention deficit disorder. To compensate, he is fascinated by everything, amused by everyone and goes into a trance-like state that surprisingly helps him spell hard words correctly. He doesn’t expect to win and is just happy to be accepted and included. Doubles as CARL DAD, one of Logainne’s two fathers. Tenor.

WILLIAM BARFEE: Male, any ethnicity, 18+ to play preteen. A finalist last year, he was eliminated because of an allergic reaction to peanuts. His famous Magic Foot method of spelling has boosted him to spelling glory, even though he only has one working nostril that affects his speech and a touchy personality. Cocky but insecure, he is focused on winning and is not there to make friends. He has an often-mispronounced last name: it is Bar-FAY, not BARF-ee (there's an accent aigu, he explains with some hostility). He develops a crush on Olive during the second half of the show. Character baritone.

MARCY PARK: Asian American Female, 18+ to play preteen. A recent transfer student who attends Catholic School, she is an overachiever, is good at everything and is expected to be. She speaks six languages, is a member of an all-American hockey team, a championship rugby player, plays Chopin and Mozart on multiple instruments, sleeps only three hours a night, hides in the bathroom cabinet, and is getting very tired of always winning. She is also not allowed to cry and can come across as dry and unfeeling. Soprano/belter with mix.

OLIVE OSTROVSKY: Female, any ethnicity, 18+ to play preteen. A newcomer to the competition and single child to absentee parents, she loves words and spends most of her time daydreaming and alone reading her dictionary. There she finds peace and comfort. Polite and painfully shy, but sweet and positive. She’s thoughtful and very attentive to other spellers’ needs. Soprano/high mixed belt.

RONA LISA PERRETTI: Female, any ethnicity, late 30s-40s. Putnam County’s number one realtor and longtime spelling bee host. A former Spelling Bee champion, it was a highlight of her life, and she loves to reminisce about it. Well-liked and respected, she is sweet and proud of her accomplishments and her love for the competition. Warm and friendly but can be stern and no-nonsense when needed to maintain control over the proceedings. Adept with improvisation and audience interaction, as she acts as our guide in explaining the rules and expectations throughout the night. Doubles as OLIVE’S MOM. Mezzo soprano with strong mix belt.

VICE PRINCIPAL DOUGLAS PANCH: Male, any ethnicity, late 30s-40s. A beleaguered and frustrated Vice Principal, who is filling in as guest judge after a five-year absence due to an ‘incident’. Indefinitely awaiting his promotion to Principal, he doesn't really care about spelling or the Bee but enjoys the slight power trip as judge. Hoping to redeem himself from his previous mishap but still has a curmudgeonly edge to him. He is infatuated with Rona and takes the rules seriously to impress her. Provides the words, definitions and sentence for each speller. Adept with improvisation and audience interaction. No solo singing.

MITCH MAHONEY: Male, any ethnicity, 30s-40s. The ‘comfort counselor’ at the Bee, who offers eliminated students a juice box and shoulder to cry on. A fitness-focused gym teacher by day, he is new to this sport and able to question its absurdities in a way those more deeply involved have lost sight of. He may initially appear out of place and rigid, but he is deeply caring. He surprises himself by coming to care about the kids under pressure and discovers he does have something to offer as he teaches them to lose with dignity. Doubles as DAN DAD, one of Logainne’s two fathers, and OLIVE’S DAD. Soulful Baritenor who can riff.

GUYS & DOLLS

Director: James Monroe Iglehart

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Choreographer: Lindsay Joy Lancaster

Music Director: Dolores Duran-Cefalu

Rehearsals begin in St. Louis: June 30, 2026

Performances: July 24 – August 23, 2026

SYNOPSIS: Set against the vibrant backdrop of Depression-era Times Square, Guys and Dolls follows the intertwined lives of two gamblers and the women who steal their hearts. High-stakes gambler Sky Masterson unexpectedly falls for strait-laced mission worker Sarah Brown, while charming schemer Nathan Detroit tries to keep his long-running floating crap game alive — without losing his fiancée of 14 years. Love, luck, and dice all come into play in this classic tale of charm, chance, and unlikely connections.

SEEKING:

SKY MASTERSON: Male, any ethnicity, 30s-40s. A charming, quick-witted, and confident gambler known for winning and taking risks. Sky is sophisticated and suave, yet capable of deep emotion, especially when it comes to his love interest, Sarah Brown. Vocal Range: B3 to E5.

SARAH BROWN: Female, any ethnicity, 20s-30s. A dedicated and sincere leader of the Save-a-Soul Mission, she strives to reform sinners and provide help to the less fortunate. Initially stern and proper, Sarah experiences a journey of personal discovery and love. Vocal Range: B3 to G5

NATHAN DETROIT: Male, any ethnicity, 30s-40s. The slightly neurotic but lovable organizer of the oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York. He is perpetually engaged to Miss Adelaide, dodging marriage while navigating the challenges of his gambling life. Vocal Range: D4 to F5.

MISS ADELAIDE: Female – any ethnicity, 30s-40s. Nathan's long-suffering fiancée and a star performer at the Hot Box Club. She is humorous and kind-hearted, though frequently experiencing psychosomatic symptoms caused by her unyielding wait for Nathan to marry her. Vocal Range: A3 to E5.

NICELY-NICELY JOHNSON: Male, any ethnicity, 30s-50s. A cheerful and well-loved gambler with a hearty appetite, he is one of Nathan Detroit's closest associates. Known for his positive outlook and infectious energy, especially highlighted in his show-stopping number, Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat. Vocal Range: D4 to B5.

ARVIDE ABERNATHY: Male, any ethnicity, 50s-60s. Sarah Brown's kind and gentle grandfather, who works with her at the mission. He serves as a father figure and is wise, caring, and supportive. Vocal Range: D4 to F5.

ENSEMBLE: All Gender Identities, ethnicities, and body types, 20s-50s. Benny Southstreet, Harry the Horse, Lt. Brannigan, Mission Band, Crapshooters, Hot Box Girls, etc. will come from the Ensemble. Dancers need to be Excellent, athletic dancers who are also excellent singers. Swings and/or understudies will come out of the ensemble.

COME FROM AWAY

Director: Michael Bello

Music Director: Jacob Carll

Choreographer/Musical Staging: Sarah Parker

Rehearsals begin in St. Louis: August 25, 2026

Performances: September 18 – October 18, 2026

SYNOPSIS: Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of how the small, remote town of Gander, Newfoundland became an unexpected refuge for the world. On September 11, 2001, 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were suddenly rerouted to Gander’s airstrip, turning an ordinary day into an extraordinary act of global compassion. Amidst fear, uncertainty, and cultural differences, the residents of Gander opened their hearts and homes — offering food, music, comfort, and a whole lot of kindness. In the face of tragedy, strangers became friends, and a tiny town reminded us all of our shared humanity.

SEEKING:

BEULAH & OTHERS: Female, 30s to 60s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with an alto or mezzo voice and a strong belt. Beulah is the quick-witted and big-hearted head of the Gander Legion. With a firefighter son of her own, she connects deeply with Hannah, walking with her to church and offering quiet strength. Mezzo — solid belt to B4.

BEVERLEY & OTHERS: Female, 30s to 50s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong high mix/belt and soprano voice. Beverley is a pilot who has always loved flying, but everything changes for her on the day of the attacks. She later faces passengers too afraid to fly again, forcing her to confront her own fears. Doubles as ANNETTE, a teacher at the Gander Academy who helps Beulah care for the Plane People and occasionally escapes into whimsical fantasies. Strong mezzo — comfortable belt or mix to C#5.

BOB & OTHERS: Male, mid-20s to 30s, Black. Excellent singer with a strong baritone voice. Bob is a street-smart New Yorker, skeptical of Gander’s small-town kindness and wary of being taken advantage of — but his outlook begins to shift as he experiences true generosity. Baritone.

BONNIE & OTHERS: Female, 25 to 55, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong alto or second soprano voice. Bonnie is a no-nonsense mother of three and the head of the Gander SPCA. When she learns that animals have been left behind on the planes, she becomes relentless in her mission to rescue them — though her determination sometimes strains her relationship with her husband, Doug. Mezzo — belt to B4.

CLAUDE & OTHERS: Male, 40s to 60s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a rich, characterful baritone voice. Claude is the outgoing and well-loved mayor of Gander. He thrives on daily routines and traditions, but must quickly adapt when the town is thrown into crisis. Doubles as DERM, the mayor of nearby Appleton. Baritone — up to G4.

DIANE & OTHERS: Female, 40s to 60s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong alto belt and mix/soprano voice. Diane is a traditional divorcée from Texas, terrified that her son may have been flying during the attacks. When she learns he’s safe, she begins to rediscover a freer, more spontaneous side of herself. Warm, contemporary soprano — mix up to D5.

HANNAH & OTHERS: Female, 30s to 50s, Black, East Asian, Hispanic, Indigenous, Middle Eastern, North African, or South Asian. Excellent singer with a soulful belt and mix/soprano voice. Hannah is the mother of a Manhattan firefighter, anxiously awaiting news of his safety. She finds unexpected comfort and friendship in Beulah. Contemporary soprano — mix up to E5.

JANICE & OTHERS: Female, 20 to 35, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong character belt and

comfortable mix/soprano. Comedy skills are a plus. Janice is a fresh-faced, eager local TV reporter

thrown into the chaos of 9/11 on her first day. Naïve at first, she quickly comes to understand the

weight of the moment. Contemporary soprano — strong pop belt, mix up to E5.

KEVIN J & OTHERS: Male, 20s to 40s, MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian). Excellent singer with a rich baritenor or second tenor voice. Kevin J is Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. He’s sarcastic and tightly wound, eager to get home to New York. Doubles as ALI, an Egyptian chef and airplane passenger with a generous heart. Baritenor or tenor 2.

KEVIN T & OTHERS: Male, 25 to 55, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong tenor voice. Kevin T is the head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, traveling with his partner, Kevin J. Deeply moved by the kindness of Gander’s residents, he begins to question his life’s purpose and values. Doubles as GARTH, the head of the bus drivers’ union. Contemporary tenor — up to G4.

NICK & OTHERS: Male, 40s to 60s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a characterful baritenor or tenor voice. Nick is a reserved English oil engineer whose life is unexpectedly changed when he falls for Diane. Doubles as DOUG, Bonnie’s husband and an air traffic controller. Pop baritone or baritenor — up to E4.

OZ & OTHERS: Male, 20s to 50s, any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong pop tenor voice. Oz is a quirky and lovable constable on the two-person Gander police force. When the town’s population doubles overnight, Oz rises to the challenge in unexpected ways. Doubles as JOEY, a rambunctious,fun-loving passenger who enjoys a drink. Tenor — up to G4.

SALARY

LOA $708 weekly minimum (Ref. to COST) plus housing & travel

UNION

AEA