The Yorkshire Playhouse would like to invite your child to audition for the summer 2024 Yorkshire Playhouse Children's Theatre production. This will be the 23nd summer of the Yorkshire Playhouse Children’s Theatre. The Children's Theatre production will be directed by John I. Baker III and assisted by Clare Bierbaum.
Auditions: May 2-4
Have you always wanted to play the beloved hero? Or, perhaps you’ve always longed to play an over-the-top villain? In this riotous melodrama, you could have the chance to hear the audience cheer for your heroic deeds, or be booed off the stage for your nefarious schemes. This is Rising Stars Production so we’re looking for actors age 12-18 to participate in this production.
Auditions: June 8-10
The Yorkshire Playhouse is seeking out true crime fans and mystery lovers. Join a small cast of characters in Agatha Christie’s hair-raising thriller The Stranger. Don’t miss your chance to put the audience on the edges of their seats!
Auditions: August 19-21
Put your acting skills to the test in this classic tale, retold for only five actors! Prepare for quick-changes, character voices, and Christmas spirit! Help the Yorkshire Playhouse bring this age-old Christmas story to life!
Auditions: TBD
You’re never too old for the stage! The Cemetery Club is the perfect opportunity for seasoned actors to show off their prowess! This hilarious romantic comedy showcases a small, tight-knit cast of characters with incredible chemistry.
Auditions: April 1-3
This is your chance to make history! The Yorkshire playhouse is holding auditions for Ghosts and Macrame Owls and Matsutake Mushrooms. Cast members get the thrill of being the first actors in the world to create these roles. Don’t miss this opportunity to audition for these original, shorter works. Roles include parts for 1–6 males and 5–11 females. Performances are March 28 and 29.
Auditions: February 27-28
Are you a history buff? A fan of classics? Have you been waiting for the chance to show off your British accent? Here’s your chance to step back in time in this romantic, 1800s masterpiece!!
Auditions: December 11, 13, and 14
Experience the Miracle! Be a part of the Cast of “Miracle on 34th St.” Roles are available for kids and adults!!
Audition Dates: October 9-11
Will Van Helsing discover the mystery behind Lucy’s illness before it’s too late? Be a part of this thrilling show at the Playhouse in October
Audition Dates: August 14-16 from 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Charlie Brown and the whole Peanuts gang are coming to the Playhouse stage! The Summer Musical returns to the Playhouse during our 50th Year celebrations.
Audition Dates: June 5-7 from 6:30PM - 8:00PM
This one is for the kids!! Audition dates and times will be announced along with the show in the Spring of 2023.
Audition Dates: TBD
Brush up on your southern accent and poof up your hair, it’s time to journey back to the 1980s and join in the gossip at Truvy’s salon. Join the Cast of “Steel Magnolias" at the Yorkshire Playhouse.
Audition Dates: April 3-5 from 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Ever wanted to be a ballerina or write a novel, become a painter or build fireworks in your basement? Join the Cast of “You Can’t Take It With You!" at the Yorkshire Playhouse.
Audition Dates: December 12, 14, 15 from 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Do you like Christmas? Do you like Christmas music? Would you like to be part of a wonderful Christmas music variety show with minimal rehearsing? Then this is the show for you.
Audition Dates: October 17-19
Another great book is brought to life by the Yorkshire Playhouse.
Come enter the world of Edward Tulane, a toy rabbit made of China, as he makes a miraculous journey – a journey where Edward learns what it is to love, what it is to lose that love, and how to find the courage to love again.
Audition Dates: August 15-17
This is your chance to help bring the epic E.B. White story to life on the Yorkshire stage. Come join us on Zuckerman’s farm as the friendship of Wilbur and Charlotte takes center stage.
Audition Dates: June 19-21
It’s time to take a trip to Neverland as Peter Pan and the Lost Boys battle the nefarious Captain Hook.
Audition Dates: May 5, 6, & 7
Louisa May Alcott’s characters come to life in this stage setting of her famous book.
Audition Dates: March 28-30
Want to be a part of history? Come be part of the first audiences in the world to see these original One Act plays!
Audition Dates: Feb 21, 22, & 24
Agatha Christie’s famous book comes to life as a play. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the epic “whodunnit.”
Audition Dates: Dec. 13-15
Open auditions for our Holiday show, Christmas Belles, will be held October 18-20, 6-8PM!
Rabbit Hole was cast during 2020. However, the production was halted due to Covid-19. Many of the Cast will hopefully be returning to complete their roles in 2021. Two roles are available for one male and one female. Click here for details.
Open auditions for our summer show, A Play About a Dragon, will be held June 21,22,23, 6:30-8PM!
Open auditions for the Yorkshire Playhouse Playwriting Competition One-Act Performances of “I Bargained; Anticipation” by Lexi Martens and “Waking Zombies” by Mitchell Roush will be held April 19 & 21.
Open auditions for our fall show, The New Kid on the Block, will be held February 22-24, 6:30-8PM!
Open auditions for our winter show, Miss Holmes, will be held December 14-16, 6:30-8PM!
Open auditions for our Holiday show, A Suessified Christmas Carol, will be held October 19-21, 6-8PM!
This year, we will be producing another fantastic production written and directed by John Baker with children from York and surrounding communities! We'd love to have you join us for auditions in April!
Written and Directed by John I Baker, III
Audition Dates: Apr 29-30 @ 3:30PM - 6PM, and May 1st @ 10AM-12PM
The classic board game and “whodunit” murder mystery, Clue, comes to the Yorkshire Playhouse stage. Actors will need to bring their A game in this fast paced show. Roles for 5 men and 5 women. Auditions are December 16th, 18th, & 19th from 6:30 - 8:00 with rehearsals beginning after Christmas.
Open auditions for our Holiday show, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, will be held October 14-16, 6-8PM!
Open auditions for our fall show, Always a Bridesmaid, will be held August 5-7, 6:30-8PM!
Open auditions for our summer show, Sense and Sensibility, will be held June 3-5, 6:30-8PM!
Open auditions for the Yorkshire Playhouse Playwriting Competition One-Act Performances of “The Funeral” by Don Keelan-White and “Painting Lavender” by Mitchell Roush will be held April 5th & 6th.
Open auditions for our Spring show, Ben Hur (An Epic Comedy), will be held March 4-6, 6:30-8PM!
