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Auditioning for Axiom's Season 10
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Axiom Repertory Theatre's Season 10! We call our annual auditions The Generals because one audition gives you the opportunity to be considered for every production in our upcoming season.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the very first time, everyone is welcome. We are always excited to meet new talent and welcome returning Company members alike.
The Audition Process
Sign up for one audition slot on one day only.
All Season 10 directors and creative staff will be present, so one audition is all that's required to be considered for every show.
Callbacks, if needed, are at the individual director's discretion and will typically be held on Sunday evening, though some may occur earlier during the audition weekend.
What to Prepare
New to Axiom?
Please prepare two contrasting monologues, each no longer than 90 seconds. You'll perform your strongest piece, and the creative team may request the second if they'd like to see more.
Returning Axiom Performers
If you've previously appeared in an Axiom production, a monologue is not required.
Musical Auditions
Anyone wishing to be considered for a musical—whether you're new or a returning Company member—should prepare 16 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice.
Everyone auditioning for a musical will also participate in a brief dance or movement combination during auditions, so please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow you to move.
If You're Cast
If offered a role, you'll receive your scripts and production materials months before rehearsals begin. Axiom has a unique rehearsal philosophy that allows us to spend rehearsal time creating instead of memorizing.
All cast members are expected to:
Attend the Company Gathering on Saturday, August 29, from 1:00–4:00 PM (location to be announced), where you'll meet your director, receive scripts, and learn everything you need to know about the season.
Attend all rehearsals to which you are called.
Attend all scheduled performances.
Have all lines and lyrics completely memorized by the first day of rehearsal. Because scripts are distributed well in advance, memorization is an essential part of Axiom's rehearsal process. Failure to meet this expectation may result in recasting.
If you're unable to attend the Company Gathering or commit to your rehearsal and performance schedule, we kindly ask that you consider auditioning for a future season that better fits your availability.
Rehearsal Schedule
Most productions rehearse Monday through Thursday from 6:00–9:00 PM.
Exceptions:
Sherlock Holmes: 6:00–10:30 PM
Chicago: Schedule varies (details will be provided to those cast).
All productions also include a mandatory Technical Weekend immediately before opening:
Saturday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sunday: Noon–6:00 PM
At Axiom, we believe the work begins at home—but you're never alone. Our directors and creative teams are committed to helping every performer grow, discover their character, and create exceptional theatre together.
We encourage you to come prepared, do your best, and then simply enjoy the experience. We can't wait to see what you bring to the stage.
Welcome to Axiom Repertory Theatre—Redding's premier live entertainment destination, where we present Theatre by Design.
Let’s do the Time Warp… again!
October
Get ready for a wild, interactive night of campy fun with The Rocky Horror Show — the original stage musical that inspired the cult film! Follow sweethearts Brad and Janet as they stumble into the bizarre world of Dr. Frank-N-Furter and his outrageous crew. Packed with iconic rock songs like “Time Warp” and “Sweet Transvestite,” this live production is a high-energy celebration of individuality, freedom, and letting your freak flag fly.
Available ROLES
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Playing Age
Adult
Role Size
Ensemble
Dancing
Mover
Voice
Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass
Vocal Technique
Belting, Rock, Legit, Gospel
There's no such thing as side effects, Toby, they're just effects you can't SELL.
November
The Effect is a clinical romance. Two young volunteers, Tristan and Connie, agree to take part in a drug trial. Succumbing to the gravitational pull of attraction and love, however, Tristan and Connie manage to throw the trial off-course, much to the frustration of the clinicians involved. This funny, moving and perhaps surprisingly human play explores questions of sanity, neurology and the limits of medicine, alongside ideas of fate, loyalty and the inevitability of physical attraction.
Available ROLES
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A psychology student who volunteers for a clinical drug trial. Intelligent and controlled, she begins questioning whether her feelings and choices are real or chemically influenced. Character is a cis female that reads as a university graduate student – displays intelligence, doubt, emotion.
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A confident and impulsive volunteer participating in the same drug trial. His connection with Connie challenges the boundaries between attraction, emotion, and the effects of the medication. Character is a cis male that reads as a young adult man – displays charm, fear, emotion
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A psychiatrist overseeing the clinical trial. Professional and capable. She struggles with her own beliefs about medicine, depression, and human behavior. Character is a female that reads as an established phychiatrist – displays intelligence, curiosity
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A doctor and researcher connected to the experiment. Intelligent and ambitious, he believes strongly in science while carrying complicated personal history. Character is a male that reads as a researcher – displays intelligence, confidence.
That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown.
Black Friday Weekend
A 30-minute stage adaptation of the classic animated TV special featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus and the gang discovering the true meaning of Christmas. All roles are for adults.
Available ROLES
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Male Presenting
The lovable, earnest leader of the group. Strong acting skills and emotional range needed.
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Male Presenting
Energetic and physical role. Requires strong movement, character work, and comedic timing.
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Female Presenting
Confident, bossy, and outspoken. Strong personality and comedic delivery.
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Male Presenting
Thoughtful and sincere. Requires strong acting and storytelling abilities.
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Male Presenting
Fun character role with strong comic potential.
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Female Presenting
Cheerful and confident. Good ensemble and featured character opportunities.
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Male Presenting
Serious musician with a dry sense of humor. Strong character acting.
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Female Presenting
One of the more outspoken members of the group. Good ensemble role.
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Female Presenting
Charlie Brown's spirited younger sister. Strong comedic timing preferred.
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Female Presenting
Energetic and playful member of the ensemble.
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Male Presenting
Friendly and dependable member of the group. Good ensemble role.
The SUN’LL come out, tomorrow!
December
Based on Little Orphan Annie, the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide sensation. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the beloved show features a wonderful score written by Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, including the Broadway smash hit “Tomorrow”.
With a perfect combination of street-smarts and optimism, Annie warms the hearts of the audience as we witness her rise from next to nothing in New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who left her at the orphanage years ago. Though things don’t quite work out the way she has planned, she does manage to thwart the plans of the evil Miss Hannigan and find a new family with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his secretary Grace Farrell, and her lovable pooch, Sandy.Stay Tuned!
Available ROLES
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Male Presenting
Baritone
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Presenting
Soprano
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Female Presenting
Alto
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Male Presenting
Tenor
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Child Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
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Female Presenting
Soprano
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Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
There MUST be something in books.
February
Based on the classic dystopian novel by Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451 tells the story of a future society where books are outlawed and "firemen" are tasked with burning any that are found. Guy Montag, a loyal fireman, begins to question everything he has been taught after meeting a free-thinking young woman named Clarisse. As Montag's curiosity grows, he embarks on a dangerous journey of self-discovery, challenging a society built on censorship, conformity, and fear of independent thought.
Available ROLES
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Male Presenting
The dramatic lead. His character arc requires an actor capable of conveying a heavy internal shift from intense, robotic civil obedience to absolute frantic desperation as his worldview shatters.
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Female Presenting
Curious, intelligent, and observant. Her questions spark Montag's transformation.
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Female Presenting
Montag's wife. Consumed by technology and entertainment, she represents society's conformity.
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Male Presenting
The fire chief. Highly intelligent, persuasive, and intimidating. Serves as Montag's primary antagonist.
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Montag's fellow firemen - anchor the oppressive nature of the fire house.
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Montag's fellow firemen - anchor the oppressive nature of the fire house.
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Male Presenting
A former English professor who becomes Montag's mentor and ally. Wise but cautious
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Female Presenting
A courageous woman who chooses to die with her books rather than surrender them.
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A close, shallow friend of Mildred. She is completely detached from reality and numbed by media, but she cracks when Montag forces her to listen to literature.
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Another of Mildred’s friends. Helen is fiercely defensive of her comfortable ignorance and becomes deeply angered and disturbed by Montag’s "odd" interest in books.
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Acts as the team leader and the primary point of contact. This character is responsible for performing the cold, mechanical resuscitation, often maintaining a completely detached, emotionless professional attitude.
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Acts as the assistant, focused on operating the technical machinery. They frequently manage the logistics of the heavy medical equipment and emphasize how routine and ordinary suicide attempts have become in this society.
Tonight we honor what was LOST.
March
Based on the remarkable true events of September 11, 2001, Come From Away tells the story of 7,000 airline passengers who were unexpectedly stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, when U.S. airspace was closed. As people from around the world suddenly found themselves far from home, the residents of Gander opened their hearts, homes, and community to complete strangers. Through kindness, humor, and resilience, both the townspeople and the "come from aways" discover the power of human connection during a time of uncertainty.
Available ROLES
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Female Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano / Strong Belt
The first female captain of a major U.S. airline. Confident, charismatic, and inspiring.
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Female Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
Compassionate SPCA worker caring for stranded animals.
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Female Presenting
Alto / Mezzo-Soprano
Warm, welcoming community leader and teacher.
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Female Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano / Soprano
Young local reporter. Energetic and enthusiastic.
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Female Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano
Independent businesswoman who forms a connection with Nick.
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Female Presenting
Mezzo-Soprano / Alto
Emotional role requiring strong storytelling and vocal control.
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Male Presenting
Baritone
Mayor of Gander. Practical, reassuring, and steady leader.
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Male Presenting
Baritone
The town constable. Warm, humorous, and dependable.
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Male Presenting
Tenor / High Baritone
American passenger with a significant emotional journey.
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Male Presenting
Baritone
Intelligent, reserved, and protective.
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Male Presenting
Baritone
Charming English passenger who develops a relationship with Diane.
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Any Gender Presentation
All Voice Types Needed (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass)
Portray dozens of characters from around the world. Strong harmonization skills are essential.
The game is AFOOT!
April
Sherlock Holmes and the Study in Scarlet is a five actor, theatrical adventure that takes us back to the origin of the famous duo. It’s 1881, Doctor John Watson has returned to London after serving in the Second Anglo-Afghan War and is looking for a place to live. An old friend tells him that a consulting detective - Sherlock Holmes - is looking for someone to split the rent at a flat at 221B Baker Street. The resulting arrangement plunges the new duo headlong into one of Sherlock Holmes’ most devilish mysteries.
Available ROLES
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Late 20s - 30s, male-presenting to play early career SHERLOCK HOLMES & Reyerson (a small role in the first scene flashback). The famous single-minded criminologist before his fame. Prone to bouts of mania while at and deep depressive episodes when he is not. Any ethnicity. Fight choreography experience a plus. The role will be physically rigorous.
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late 20s - 30s, male presenting, to play DR. JOHN WATSON. It's Sherlock's famous companion, but not as we usually see him. Watson is newly returned from war, recovering from illness and injury and trying to eke out an existence on half pay in London when he is introduced to a potential flatmate - Sherlock Holmes. Fight choreography experience a plus. The role will be physically rigorous.
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20s - late 30s, male presenting or non-binary, to play a rogue's gallery of characters including Hardy, Stamford, Governess, Clerk, Banker, Ship’s Captain, Footman, Shopkeeper, Cook, Lestrade, Rance, Arthur Muller. Strong, distinct British dialects necessary for the role. Fight choreography and/or clowning experience a plus. The role will be physically rigorous.
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30s - 40s, male presenting, to play to play a rogue's gallery of characters including John, Retired Marine, Chimney Sweep, Stevedore, Lawyer, Cab Driver, Rifleman, Groundskeeper, Priest, Gregson, Drunk Man, Mrs. Muller, Jefferson Hope. Strong, distinct British dialects necessary for the role. Fight choreography experience needed. The role will be physically rigorous.
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20s - 30s, femme presenting or non-binary, to play a rogue's gallery of characters including Lucy, Mrs. Hudson, Rat Catcher, Matchstick Maker, Coachman, Animal Keeper, Leech Collector, Murcher, Cartwright, Alice Muller, and Reyerson’s Corpse. Strong, distinct British dialects necessary for the role. Fight choreography and/or clowning experience a plus. The role will be physically rigorous.
All that Jazz!
May
Set in the Roaring Twenties, Chicago is a dazzling, high-energy musical that tells the story of murder, corruption, and the search for fame in the big city. When chorus girl Roxie Hart is arrested for the murder of her lover, she teams up with the slick, showbiz-savvy lawyer Billy Flynn to manipulate the media and twist the truth in her favor. With unforgettable songs like “All That Jazz” and “Razzle Dazzle,” this Broadway classic features a cast of characters ready to do anything to get what they want — including a killer performance! With its sharp satire, sultry dance numbers, and timeless score, Chicago is an unmissable celebration of scandal and showmanship.