Are You Interested in Auditioning?

Are you interested in trying your hand in theatre? Whether if you’re completely new, or a long time veteran, auditions are open to everyone, be it acting, crew, or costuming.

The two plays that auditions are for are

Lost Girl

Lost Girl

6 women, 5 men

By Kimberly Belflower

What happens after Wendy Darling comes home from Neverland? Years later, Wendy is still trying to figure out how to grow up when part of her heart is stuck in the past. Lost Girl is a contemporary, poetic exploration of love, memory, and identity. It’s imaginative, emotional, and honest—a perfect piece for actors who love grounded storytelling and ensemble work.

Performance: February 12-15, 2026

Rehearsals: January–February, after school

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

By William Shakespeare

A witty, romantic comedy about deception, love, and laughter. Our abridged, gender-swapped version keeps the Messina setting and Shakespearean verse, while offering a fast-paced and engaging take on this timeless story. Strong language work, timing, and playfulness are key.

Performance: April 30-May 3, 2026

Rehearsals: March–April, after school

More information about these plays can be found at www.poudretheatre.org/auditions

Auditions

Auditions are on Monday, December 15th, from 5:00 - 7:30 PM in the Poudre Auditorium

Digital auditions are required to be filled beforehand to be eligible. These include the PHS Theatre Production Application, Student Production Contract, and Parent Production Contract prior to auditions.

Audition Schedule

4:45–5:00 – Check in, warm up, paperwork

5:00–6:15 – Prepared auditions (small groups)

6:15–6:25 – Short break & callback list posted

6:25–7:25 – Callbacks (for selected students)

7:25–7:30 – Wrap-up & dismissal

What to Prepare:

Option A: Lost Girl

Prepare a 1-minute contemporary monologue that shows emotional truth and imagination.

Monologues must come from a published play written for the theatre.

Option B: Much Ado About Nothing

Prepare a 1-minute Shakespeare monologue (comedic or dramatic).

Option C: Both Shows

Perform one short contemporary and one Shakespeare monologue.

Callbacks

Callbacks will take place 6:25–7:25 PM after the main auditions.

These will include short scene readings, small group work, and simple improvisations to explore chemistry and energy. You’ll know by 6:15 PM if you are called back.

Technical & Costume Crew

Crew selection for Lost Girl will be the first week back in January. More details to come.

​All students are welcome to join Technical Theatre. Crew sizes and positions vary with the needs of each production.

No experience necessary! we will train you in production work, all you need is an open mind and strong work ethic!

Students who work exceptionally well will be invited to join the running crew for performances.

Technical theatre and stagecraft are highly specialized, in-demand jobs that can lead to Certification, apprenticeships, and even careers!

T.E.D.s

We need Student Leaders for this production!

Students who are Tactful, Enthusiastic, & Dependable!

Apply to be Stage Manager, Assistant Director or Student Technical Director by completing the T.E.D. Application by December 10.

In order to be eligible, students must complete the PHS Theatre Production Application, Student Production Contract, and Parent Production Contract.

We hope to see new and old faces for these upcoming productions!

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Works Cited

Poudre Theatre Audition and Crew Information. 2025. Poudretheatre.com/auditions

Lost Girl, Concord Theatre, 2025, Concordtheatricals.com/p/64250/lost-girl

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