Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre Announces Auditions

News Summary

Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre in New Orleans is set to hold auditions for its upcoming 2025-26 season. Aspiring actors can audition in person or submit video auditions. The season features a variety of plays and musicals, and the theatre encourages Equity actors of all abilities to participate. Preparation guidelines include monologues and music selections for both musical and non-musical productions. Selected actors will work under an SPT contract with competitive pay, striving for diversity in casting.

New Orleans, LA – Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre has announced auditions for the highly anticipated 2025-26 season, offering aspiring actors an opportunity to showcase their talents. Auditions will take place over two days: Thursday, June 19, and Friday, June 20, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the theatre’s location on 616 Saint Peter St, New Orleans, LA 70116-3214.

Each audition requires an appointment, which can be scheduled via the theatre’s designated link. However, Equity actors have the option to attend in person without a scheduled appointment, though they are encouraged to notify the theatre in advance to streamline the audition process.

For those unable to audition live, Le Petit Theatre is accepting video submissions. Specific instructions for video auditions will be included in the breakdown, providing a convenient alternative for remote participants.

The productions for the upcoming season include a diverse selection of plays and musicals, promising a rich theatrical experience for both performers and audiences. The theatre is explicitly seeking Equity actors for various roles throughout these productions, which will feature a range of characters and narratives.

Preparation Requirements

Participants should prepare according to the following guidelines:

• Non-musical productions: Prepare a 60-90 second monologue. A second monologue may be requested.
• Musical productions: Prepare a 60-90 second monologue and a 32-bar cut of music of your choice. For the production “Once,” actors must accompany themselves on an instrument appropriate to their character.

Contract and Compensation

Actors selected for the season will be working under an SPT contract with a weekly minimum pay of $379, providing a competitive compensation package for participants. An Equity Monitor will not be provided during the auditions, as the producer will oversee all audition activities.

Upcoming Productions

The theatre’s 2025-26 season will feature the following key productions:

1. The Lehman Trilogy: Adapted by Ben Power and directed by Jenny Lavery, with rehearsals starting on September 2, 2025, and performances from October 2 to October 19, 2025.
2. Blithe Spirit: A classic play by Noel Coward, directed by Ricky Graham. Rehearsals begin on December 9, 2025, with performances running from January 8 to January 25, 2026.
3. Guys & Dolls: A musical co-directed by A.J. Allegra and Jaune Buisson, with rehearsals starting on February 3, 2026, and performances from March 5 to March 29, 2026.
4. God of Carnage: Written by Yasmina Reza and directed by Donald Jones-Bordenave. Rehearsals will start on March 31, 2026, with performances from April 30 to May 17, 2026.
5. Once: A musical based on the book by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, featuring rehearsals beginning on April 28, 2026, and performances from June 4 to June 21, 2026.

Diversity Commitment

Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and abilities to audition for the upcoming season. This reflects the theatre’s vision of representing a multitude of voices and narratives through its productions.

For those interested in auditions or the theatre’s season, there is an option to sign up for announcements and ticket discounts, ensuring that fans and aspiring actors stay informed about future opportunities and performance details.

These auditions present a significant opportunity for performers in the vibrant New Orleans theatre community, enabling them to become part of an exciting season filled with a diverse array of productions.

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• Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre Auditions – Playbill
• New Orleans Entertainment News – NOLA
• How to Become an Actor in New Orleans – Backstage
• Google Search: New Orleans Theatre Community
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Theatre