Auditions

AUDITION DATE
Monday, March 30, 2026
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (E)
Lunch 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Audition Location: November Theatre Complex : 114 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23220

Callback Location: November Theatre Complex: 114 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23220

Rehearsal Hall. Please utilize street parking and follow posted signs.

PERSONNEL
Expected to attend:
Rick Hammerly: Director and Artistic Director
Ellie Kahn: Music Director

OTHER DATES
Rehearsals begin: May 11, 2026
Performance run: June 18 – August 2, 2026

APPOINTMENTS

To schedule an audition appointment, please go to:
https://forms.gle/18garrhG2RafA2no6

CONTRACT

Independent Theatre Contract
$724 weekly minimum

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in COME FROM AWAY (See breakdown below).

All roles will be understudied.

In casting COME FROM AWAY, Virginia Repertory Theatre endeavors to be as inclusive as possible. We invite all performers, including gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors, to audition for the roles they most identify with. We will also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.

PREPARATION

Please prepare 32 bars of a story or acting-driven musical theatre selection, or a selection from the score of COME FROM AWAY.

An accompanist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key.

Sides will be provided. Materials and preparation instructions will be assigned and distributed after audition appointments have been scheduled.

OTHER

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with
disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

CLAUDE: Male identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4. The gregarious and well-loved Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Claude loves his town, the people in it, and the comfort of his daily routine. A natural leader whose warmth and optimism help guide the town through crisis.

BONNIE: Female identifying, 30s–40s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to B4. A practical, no-nonsense mother of three and the head of the Gander SPCA. Bonnie works tirelessly to care for the animals left aboard the grounded planes.

BEULAH: Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. The welcoming and compassionate head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son. Beulah becomes a source of comfort to many, forming a meaningful friendship with Hannah.

OZ: Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4. The quirky constable in Gander’s two-person police force. Friendly and compassionate, Oz is a helper by nature and plays an important role in supporting the community.

JANICE: Female identifying, 20s–30s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5. An eager and inexperienced local TV reporter. On her first day on the job, Janice is suddenly thrust into covering an unprecedented global event.

BEVERLY / ANNETTE: Female identifying, 50s–60s, White. Vocal range: up to C#5. BEVERLY: The first female captain for American Airlines. Confident, capable, and passionate about flying. ANNETTE: A local teacher at Gander Academy and mother who helps care for stranded passengers.

DIANE: Female identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: down to D5. A traditional divorcee from Texas. Diane grows increasingly anxious as she fears her son may have been flying during the attacks.

NICK / DOUG: Male identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E4. NICK: An English oil engineer focused on his work and routine whose life changes when he meets Diane. English accent required. DOUG: An air traffic controller married to Bonnie who does his best to help both his wife and the stranded animals.

KEVIN T / GARTH: Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4. KEVIN T: A confident and somewhat controlling traveler. GARTH: The head of the local union representing the bus drivers.

KEVIN J: Male identifying, 30s–50s, MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian). Kevin T’s boyfriend and assistant. Intelligent, sarcastic, and increasingly frustrated, Kevin wants to leave Gander as soon as possible.

BOB: Male identifying, 20s–40s, Black. A hardened New Yorker who is suspicious of where he’s landed and slow to trust the hospitality around him.

HANNAH: Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5. The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan. While waiting for news about her son, Hannah forms a deep and supportive friendship with Beulah.

Please direct questions to casting@virginiarep.org.

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Saturday, April 4th and Monday, April 6th

(MUSICAL)

Book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Directed by Rick Hammerly; Music Directed by Ellie Kahn; Choreographed by Brandon Kelly

In the wake of devastating events, the world held its breath. But in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland, an extraordinary story of compassion and unexpected connection unfolded. When 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were diverted to Gander, the small town’s residents opened their hearts and homes, transforming strangers into family. Called a “…celebration of the best of humankind” by the Daily Beast – don’t miss this remarkable true story of the days following 9/11, brought to life with a memorable, moving score by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein.

Casting Personnel:

Artistic Director and Director – Rick Hammerly

Music Director – Ellie Kahn

Choreographer – Brandon Kelly

Audition Location:   November Theatre Complex

  114 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23220

Callback Location:   November Theatre Complex

  114 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23220

Audition Schedule

Open Call Auditions: Saturday, April 4th (12-4PM) and Monday, April 6th (6-10PM)

In Person Callback (in Richmond, Virginia): To Be Announced

Rehearsal & Performance Dates

Rehearsals begin: May 11, 2026

Performance run: June 18 – August 2, 2026

To schedule an audition appointment:

• Please fill out an audition form through THIS LINK.
• In Person Auditions & Callbacks will be held in Richmond, VA. You will be notified via email after your initial audition if you need to attend a callback audition.

What to prepare:

Please prepare 32 bars of a story or acting-driven musical theatre selection, or a selection from the score of Come From Away.

An accompanist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key.

Additionally, actors will be asked to select a character and read the corresponding sides found at THIS LINK. Please note that some characters have additional sides in their PDF file.

Memorization is not required but familiarity is encouraged, and printed copies will be available at the audition.

 CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

In casting Come From Away, Virginia Repertory Theatre endeavors to be as inclusive as possible. We invite all performers, including gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors, to submit for the roles they most identify with. We will also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.

SEEKING: All principal roles and understudies.

CLAUDE Male identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
The gregarious and well-loved Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Claude loves his town, the people in it, and the comfort of his daily routine. A natural leader whose warmth and optimism help guide the town through crisis.

BONNIE Female identifying, 30s–40s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to B4.
A practical, no-nonsense mother of three and the head of the Gander SPCA. Bonnie works tirelessly to care for the animals left aboard the grounded planes.

BEULAH Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity.
The welcoming and compassionate head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son. Beulah becomes a source of comfort to many, forming a meaningful friendship with Hannah.

OZ Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
The quirky constable in Gander’s two-person police force. Friendly and compassionate, Oz is a helper by nature and plays an important role in supporting the community.

JANICE Female identifying, 20s–30s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5.
An eager and inexperienced local TV reporter. On her first day on the job, Janice is suddenly thrust into covering an unprecedented global event.

BEVERLY / ANNETTE Female identifying, 50s–60s, White. Vocal range: up to C#5.
BEVERLY: The first female captain for American Airlines. Confident, capable, and passionate about flying.
ANNETTE: A local teacher at Gander Academy and mother who helps care for stranded passengers.

DIANE Female identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: down to D5.
A traditional divorcee from Texas. Diane grows increasingly anxious as she fears her son may have been flying during the attacks.

NICK / DOUG Male identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E4.
NICK: An English oil engineer focused on his work and routine whose life changes when he meets Diane. English accent required.
DOUG: An air traffic controller married to Bonnie who does his best to help both his wife and the stranded animals.

KEVIN T / GARTH Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
KEVIN T: A confident and somewhat controlling traveler.
GARTH: The head of the local union representing the bus drivers.

KEVIN J Male identifying, 30s–50s, MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian).
Kevin T’s boyfriend and assistant. Intelligent, sarcastic, and increasingly frustrated, Kevin wants to leave Gander as soon as possible.

BOB Male identifying, 20s–40s, Black.
A hardened New Yorker who is suspicious of where he’s landed and slow to trust the hospitality around him.

HANNAH Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5.
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan. While waiting for news about her son, Hannah forms a deep and supportive friendship with Beulah.

Please direct questions to casting@virginiarep.org.

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Video Submission Deadline: April 6, 2026 at 6PM

(MUSICAL)

Book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Directed by Rick Hammerly; Music Directed by Ellie Kahn; Choreographed by Brandon Kelly

In the wake of devastating events, the world held its breath. But in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland, an extraordinary story of compassion and unexpected connection unfolded. When 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were diverted to Gander, the small town’s residents opened their hearts and homes, transforming strangers into family. Called a “…celebration of the best of humankind” by the Daily Beast – don’t miss this remarkable true story of the days following 9/11, brought to life with a memorable, moving score by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein.

Casting Personnel:

Artistic Director and Director – Rick Hammerly

Music Director – Ellie Kahn

Choreographer – Brandon Kelly

Rehearsal & Performance Dates

Rehearsals begin: May 11, 2026

Performance run: June 18 – August 2, 2026

To submit a video audition:

• Please fill out an audition form through THIS LINK.
• You will be notified via email by the week of April 6th if you need to submit a self-tape callback.

 What to prepare:

Please film the following:

1. 32 bars of a story or acting-driven musical theatre selection, or a selection from the score of COME FROM AWAY.
2. Select a character and record the appropriate sides found at THIS LINK. Please note that some characters have additional sides in their PDF file. Memorization is not required but familiarity is encouraged.

 CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

In casting Come From Away, Virginia Repertory Theatre endeavors to be as inclusive as possible. We invite all performers, including gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender, and non-binary actors, to submit for the roles they most identify with. We will also list race/ethnicity when specific to the character but are otherwise seeking all races and ethnicities.

SEEKING: All principal roles and understudies.

CLAUDE Male identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
The gregarious and well-loved Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland. Claude loves his town, the people in it, and the comfort of his daily routine. A natural leader whose warmth and optimism help guide the town through crisis.

BONNIE Female identifying, 30s–40s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to B4.
A practical, no-nonsense mother of three and the head of the Gander SPCA. Bonnie works tirelessly to care for the animals left aboard the grounded planes.

BEULAH Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity.
The welcoming and compassionate head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son. Beulah becomes a source of comfort to many, forming a meaningful friendship with Hannah.

OZ Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
The quirky constable in Gander’s two-person police force. Friendly and compassionate, Oz is a helper by nature and plays an important role in supporting the community.

JANICE Female identifying, 20s–30s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5.
An eager and inexperienced local TV reporter. On her first day on the job, Janice is suddenly thrust into covering an unprecedented global event.

BEVERLY / ANNETTE Female identifying, 50s–60s, White. Vocal range: up to C#5.
BEVERLY: The first female captain for American Airlines. Confident, capable, and passionate about flying.
ANNETTE: A local teacher at Gander Academy and mother who helps care for stranded passengers.

DIANE Female identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: down to D5.
A traditional divorcee from Texas. Diane grows increasingly anxious as she fears her son may have been flying during the attacks.

NICK / DOUG Male identifying, 50s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E4.
NICK: An English oil engineer focused on his work and routine whose life changes when he meets Diane. English accent required.
DOUG: An air traffic controller married to Bonnie who does his best to help both his wife and the stranded animals.

KEVIN T / GARTH Male identifying, 30s–50s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to G4.
KEVIN T: A confident and somewhat controlling traveler.
GARTH: The head of the local union representing the bus drivers.

KEVIN J Male identifying, 30s–50s, MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian).
Kevin T’s boyfriend and assistant. Intelligent, sarcastic, and increasingly frustrated, Kevin wants to leave Gander as soon as possible.

BOB Male identifying, 20s–40s, Black.
A hardened New Yorker who is suspicious of where he’s landed and slow to trust the hospitality around him.

HANNAH Female identifying, 40s–60s, open ethnicity. Vocal range: up to E5.
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan. While waiting for news about her son, Hannah forms a deep and supportive friendship with Beulah.

Please direct questions to casting@virginiarep.org.

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