Audition Opportunities for the 2026 Season

AUDITIONS — FOUR OLD BROADS | Directed by Randy Manning

Saturday, January 3rd at 10:00 AM
Alton Little Theater

Get ready for big laughs and big personalities! ALT is holding auditions for Four Old Broads, a hilarious comedy full of mischief, mystery, and Golden Girls–style fun.

AUDITION DETAILS

Date: Saturday, January 3rd
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Alton Little Theater, 2450 N. Henry St., Alton, IL
Sign-Up Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A48A5A823A1F58-60787312-four
Walk-ins accepted as time allows.

SHOW DATES

March 6-8 & March 12-15, 2026

ABOUT THE SHOW

Retired burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation – and NOT another trip up to Helen, Georgia to see that “precious little German village for the umpteenth time.” A Sassy Seniors Cruise through the Caribbean may be just the ticket if she can just convince her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to stop praying and go with her. Unfortunately, things have not been very pleasant at Magnolia Place Assisted Living since Nurse Pat Jones began working there. The newest resident, Imogene Fletcher, is suddenly losing her memory. Maude Jenkins is obsessed with her favorite soap opera and planning her own funeral. Sam Smith, retired Elvis impersonator, keeps trying to bed every woman in the building. A mystery unfolds with laughter as the gals try to outsmart the evil Nurse Pat Jones and figure out why so many residents have been moved to “the dark side,” what exactly IS that mysterious pill, and what happened to Doctor Head? Hilarity ensues as Imogene goes undercover and Maude enters the Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Pageant to throw Pat off their trail. If they can solve the mystery, they may make it to the cruise ship after all.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

BEATRICE SHELTON – A former burlesque star with an attitude. Senior Citizen.

EADDY MAE CLAYTON – A former nurse and “religious” lady. Senior Citizen.

IMOGENE FLETCHER – The newest resident at Magnolia Place. Senior Citizen.

PAT JONES – A rude and pushy nurse. Forties.

MAUDE JENKINS – A funeral and soap-opera-obsessed frump. Senior Citizen.

SAM SMITH – Retired Elvis impersonator and Casanova. Senior Citizen.

RUBY SUE BENNETT – A quiet, romance-novel-loving nurse. Thirties.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Cold readings from the script
  • Please bring all schedule conflicts between January and March

 

 

GODSPELL AUDITIONS — You’re Invited!

Alton Little Theater is holding auditions for GODSPELL and we’d love to see you there. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or brand new to our stage, this is a great show to jump into. Bring your energy, your personality, and your willingness to play as an ensemble.

Audition Date and Time

Saturday, February 7
11:00 AM-2:00 PM

What to Prepare

  • Vocal audition: Prepare 16-32 bars of a song that shows your voice and style (musical theater preferred)

  • Movement: Be ready for a short movement/dance portion

  • Cold reads: You may be asked to read from the script

  • What to bring: A water bottle and any conflicts you already know about

Who Should Audition

We’re looking for performers with strong ensemble instincts who can sing, move, act, and commit fully. If you love creating moments as part of a group and aren’t afraid to take creative risks, this is your room.

Location

Alton Little Theater
2450 N. Henry Street, Alton IL 62002

SIGN UP NOW: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A48A5A823A1F58-61933213-godspell

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Jesus

  • Warm, grounded presence with strong storytelling ability

  • Sings in multiple numbers, carries the heart of the show

  • Vocal: strong contemporary voice

John the Baptist / Judas

  • John: charismatic, magnetic leader energy early

  • Judas: complex, conflicted, emotionally charged later

  • Feature moments often include “Prepare Ye,” “Save the People”

  • Vocal: strong rock/MT tenor or high baritone

Ensemble

Godspell is largely an ensemble show. Performers play “the community” who become storytellers for the parables. Expect lots of group work, comedy, movement, and solo featured moments.

Ensemble Members (Disciples/Community)

Each ensemble member may receive one or more featured moments such as:

  • Featured solos in “Day by Day” (depending on arrangement)

  • “By My Side” feature

  • “Turn Back O Man” feature

  • “All for the Best” feature (with Judas/another featured singer)

  • “Light of the World” feature

  • “Beautiful City” feature

  • Spoken parables, comedic bits, audience interaction, physical storytelling

What we’re looking for in ensemble auditions

  • Big personality, fearless playfulness, strong listening

  • Comfortable with improv-style acting and direct address

  • Ability to harmonize and blend, then pop forward for a feature

  • Movement confidence, not necessarily “trained dancer” but willing and expressive

 

 

Child Safety & Protocols at Alton Little Theater

At Alton Little Theater, the safety and well-being of our young performers are our top priorities. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and shine on stage.

Supervised Environment – All rehearsals and performances are conducted under the supervision of experienced directors, staff, and volunteers.
Background-Checked Staff – All ALT directors, instructors, and key volunteers working with children undergo background checks.
Safe Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures – Parents/guardians must check in their child at the beginning of rehearsal and sign them out at the end. No child will be released without an approved adult present.
Respectful & Positive Learning Space – We promote a culture of kindness, respect, and teamwork among all cast and crew members.
Emergency Protocols – Our team is trained in basic first aid and emergency response procedures. Parents/guardians will be contacted immediately in case of illness or injury.

We take great pride in providing a fun, educational, and secure theater experience for all young actors. If you have any questions or specific concerns regarding child safety, please feel free to reach out to our Executive Director.