BILL HANNEY’S Theatre BY THE SEA ANNOUNCES LOCAL AUDITIONS FOR EQUITY AND NON-EQUITY ADULTS FOR 2026 SUMMER SEASON
Wakefield, RI – Bill Hanney’s Theatre By the Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Auditions for its 2026 Summer Season. Seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors. Performers must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates. Local talent is strongly encouraged to audition for the following productions:
Little Shop of Horrors to be presented from May 28 – June 20
Grease to be presented from June 25 – July 18
Titanic to be presented from July 23 – August 15
On Your Feet to be presented fromAugust 20 – September 13
Auditions will be held on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, 2026, at:
The Talent Factory
46 Frenchtown Road
North Kingstown, RI 02852
Auditions are by appointment ONLY.
Non-Union Actors may sign up for an audition slot beginning Monday, January 26 at 10:00 am by visiting:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A8AB2FA3F4C25-54234423-2025
Space is limited.
AEA Actors may reserve an audition time by calling (978) 232-7200 x7280 between 11 am and 1 pm on Jan 26 and 27.
Those auditioning should bring a current headshot and resume. Please prepare a brief cut (16 bars) from a song of your choice. Bring sheet music in the correct key – an accompanist will be provided but will not transpose. Acapella is not encouraged. Those auditioning may sing from the show for which they are interested. Time permitting, you may be asked to read – sides will be provided in the room. Dance callbacks will be held at the end of each morning and afternoon session. If asked to dance, please bring appropriate dance attire and footwear.
These auditions are for adults only (18 years and older). Youth actor auditions for On Your Feet will be held at a later date.
Ensemble callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 13. Principal callbacks will be held in NYC on Feb 18 – 19.
PLEASE NOTE: We will be operating at a very strict, limited capacity. Those auditioning may not enter the building until 15 minutes prior to their scheduled session. Please arrive as “audition ready” as possible. Changing areas and warmup space will be limited. Once you are released, you may be asked to leave the building to allow space for the next session’s attendees.
Additional information and character breakdowns can be found at www.TheatreByTheSea.com. Please email 2026.tbts.casting@gmail.com with any questions.
EQUITY ACTORS SHOULD CONSULT THE EQUITY WEBSITE FOR EQUITY AUDITION INFORMATION
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS will be accepted for those unable to attend in person. Sides and additional info will be posted by early February. Please continue checking the Theatre By The Sea website for further details and updates. Audition notices will also be posted to Playbill, etc. prior to any calls and/or video submission requests. Actors interested in NYC principal appointments should submit via their agent or through Actors Access to the appropriate breakdown.
Theatre By The Sea is an equal opportunity employer which is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to attend this audition.