Audition

If participating in live theater is new to you, we offer an open, supportive, and unintimidating environment for your personal adventure. If you’re a stage veteran, we offer open auditions for all roles and the opportunity to hone and celebrate your skills with other capable amateurs and appreciative audiences. All roles are volunteer and non-AEA.

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Open auditions are scheduled for The Other Place, opening in January, 2026 at SVCT’s Limelight Theater. Learn more and signup now!

The Other Place

Directed by Bryan Freeman

In the psychological thriller, the life of Juliana Smithton, a brilliant drug-company scientist, takes a disorienting turn. Her husband has filed for divorce, her daughter has eloped with a much older man and her own health is in jeopardy. But in this brilliantly crafted work, nothing is as it seems. Piece by piece, a mystery unfolds as fact blurs with fiction, past collides with present and the elusive truth about Juliana boils to the surface.

Audition Dates

  • Sunday, September 21, 10 am – 1 pm at Limelight Theater, 16300 Condit Road, Morgan Hill.
  • Callbacks: Sunday, September 28 by invitation only

Rehearsals and Performances

  • Rehearsals begin November 3, 2025 and will be held 7-9:30 Monday through Thursday evenings, plus some Fridays, at Limelight Theater (26400 Condit Road, Morgan Hill, CA). Availability of actors selected will determine the final schedule. There will be a break over the holidays.
  • Evening Performances:  January 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31   at 8:00 pm
  • Matinee Performances:  January 18 and 25; February 1 at 2:00 pm

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Audition Details

Download a complete audition information packet here.

Click here for a list of roles.

To sign up and prepare for auditions:

    1. Register for an audition slot or contact the producers at limelight@SVCT.org if you would like to audition but are unavailable to do so during any of the above times.
    2. Prepare one 2-minute contemporary dramatic monologue.
    3. Complete an audition form. Either: Fill out your form online (preferred), including uploading a resume and headshot if you choose. Use  this online form. (Note: you will need a Google account.)
      OR Click here for a printable audition form. Please complete the form and bring it to your audition, along with a headshot and a list of all potential conflicts. If you need special accommodations for auditions (i.e. unable to attend audition dates, disability accommodations, etc ), please contact our team at limelight@SVCT.org.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

South Valley Civic Theatre expects that all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual identity, culture, age, gender expression, background, ability, economic status, education, credentials and experience have the opportunity to be engaged in our programming. .We encourage all actors to audition.

Audition Tips

  1.  Read the audition notice carefully. If you are on SVCT’s mailing list, you will have received an audition notice. It will specify what you are expected to prepare in advance–a song, a monologue, etc.–and how/whether to sign up for an audition in advance.
  2. Consider bringing a resume and head shot to the audition. If you do not, a photo will be taken of you there and you will have the opportunity to write resume details on your audition form. However, having them prepared in advance means you will have that much less to deal with at the audition.
  3. When in doubt… audition! The best way to master auditioning is to do it over and over; you’ll conquer those nerves and you’ll get to practice your acting and singing. As you become more comfortable with auditioning, you will find it easier to get into character and your acting will become more natural.
  4. Do advance homework. Whenever possible, please do a little research on the play and characters. We will typically provide you with a character breakdown in your audition packet to give you an idea of the roles you’d like to audition for. Practice how you might characterize the part you would like to play. If auditioning for a major singing role, prepare an audition  song that reflects the style and range of a song that character sings, but do not choose a song from the play for which you are auditioning. If auditioning for a non-musical drama or comedy, prepare a monologue that reflects the nature of the part for which you are auditioning or the play. (If you are auditioning for a chorus part, the previous guidelines are not as important.)
  5. Come prepared. Be on time–15 minutes early is even better. If auditioning for a musical, bring shoes you can dance in and wear comfortable (but not sloppy) clothing. Bring your music accompaniment tracks on your phone or other device.  If you have them, bring a resume (preferably on a single sheet of paper) and/or a head shot. If you will be delivering a monologue, bring a copy.
  6. Relax and enjoy the experience!