The next opportunity to try out for the Strand Season 19, is Baltimore Small Stage Coalition Auditions in January 2027.
Production Title: Patterns and Petunias
Auditions - Thursday, November 5th, 2026
Patterns and Petunias is an autobiographical memory play about transcending one's origin story. While grieving the loss of her mother, Cat explores a midwestern childhood of secrets, lies, and family violence through absurdly comic relief. With secrets and lies for touchstones, she strives to break the cycle in order to foster a legacy of love and stability worth passing to her own children.
We are seeking actors for the following roles:
IRENE - female, 70's-89 years old, Cat's grandmother (to be played by a male-presenting actor of any age)
JULETTE - female, 5 to 62 years old, Cat’s mother
CELENA - female, 7 to 35 years old, Cat's sister
ENSEMBLE - one actor to play characters of various ages, genders, and species, including a priest, a doctor, Cat's elementary school teacher, Cat's father and grandfather, and a dog named Jake (via puppet), among others
SWING/UNDERSTUDY - one actor to understudy Julette, Celena, and the Ensemble roles
Preparation: Please prepare one monologue or two contrasting monologues, totaling no more than 3 minutes. Monologues need not be memorized. Video auditions are accepted. Callbacks, if needed, will consist of reading sides from the script.
Callbacks will be held Saturday, November 7, 12:00-3:00pm at The Strand.
Please note: The play includes discussion and representation of familial dysfunction and psychological abuse; a scene that depicts physical violence (hitting/shoving); religion-influenced (Catholic) interpersonal and personal strife; mention of blasphemous thoughts; illness and death of a parent and grandparents (both discussed and staged); detailed and grotesque descriptions of bodies and bodily functions; mention of stillbirth; mention of sexual assault; mention of suicidal thoughts. All those who sign up to audition will receive a link to the full play script, including a cover page that lists each occurrence of the above content with its corresponding page number in the text.
The production runs March 5-21. Rehearsals will begin with a table read, text work, and character work in early December, and full blocking rehearsals in January and February. Tech week will run February 27-March 5 (opening night).
To sign up for an audition time slot, or to submit a video, please visit: https://forms.gle/WLnbm3q9gE1t5upX6
Auditions - Thursday, November 5th, 2026
Patterns and Petunias is an autobiographical memory play about transcending one's origin story. While grieving the loss of her mother, Cat explores a midwestern childhood of secrets, lies, and family violence through absurdly comic relief. With secrets and lies for touchstones, she strives to break the cycle in order to foster a legacy of love and stability worth passing to her own children.
We are seeking actors for the following roles:
IRENE - female, 70's-89 years old, Cat's grandmother (to be played by a male-presenting actor of any age)
JULETTE - female, 5 to 62 years old, Cat’s mother
CELENA - female, 7 to 35 years old, Cat's sister
ENSEMBLE - one actor to play characters of various ages, genders, and species, including a priest, a doctor, Cat's elementary school teacher, Cat's father and grandfather, and a dog named Jake (via puppet), among others
SWING/UNDERSTUDY - one actor to understudy Julette, Celena, and the Ensemble roles
Preparation: Please prepare one monologue or two contrasting monologues, totaling no more than 3 minutes. Monologues need not be memorized. Video auditions are accepted. Callbacks, if needed, will consist of reading sides from the script.
Callbacks will be held Saturday, November 7, 12:00-3:00pm at The Strand.
Please note: The play includes discussion and representation of familial dysfunction and psychological abuse; a scene that depicts physical violence (hitting/shoving); religion-influenced (Catholic) interpersonal and personal strife; mention of blasphemous thoughts; illness and death of a parent and grandparents (both discussed and staged); detailed and grotesque descriptions of bodies and bodily functions; mention of stillbirth; mention of sexual assault; mention of suicidal thoughts. All those who sign up to audition will receive a link to the full play script, including a cover page that lists each occurrence of the above content with its corresponding page number in the text.
The production runs March 5-21. Rehearsals will begin with a table read, text work, and character work in early December, and full blocking rehearsals in January and February. Tech week will run February 27-March 5 (opening night).
To sign up for an audition time slot, or to submit a video, please visit: https://forms.gle/WLnbm3q9gE1t5upX6
CASTING CALL: WORKSHOP PERFORMANCE
Production Title: Mary: Before the Word Became Flesh
Venue: The Strand Theater (5426 Harford Road, Baltimore 21214)
Audition Dates:
Sundays, October 11, 18, 25, 2026; 12pm - 4pm, by appointment only
Sign up for an audition time slot by emailing [email protected] or text 202-299-4819
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
We are seeking dancers and performers of various shapes, sizes, and ages (teens through 80s) for a workshop performance of a new dance theater/ballet piece.
Production Title: Mary: Before the Word Became Flesh
Venue: The Strand Theater (5426 Harford Road, Baltimore 21214)
Audition Dates:
Sundays, October 11, 18, 25, 2026; 12pm - 4pm, by appointment only
Sign up for an audition time slot by emailing [email protected] or text 202-299-4819
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
We are seeking dancers and performers of various shapes, sizes, and ages (teens through 80s) for a workshop performance of a new dance theater/ballet piece.
- Adults & Teens: Must have a strong foundation in ballet or modern dance along with acting ability. Dance theater or musical theater experience is a plus.
- Children: Prior dance training is preferred; however, strong athletic ability, theater background, or natural movement ability will be considered.
- Mary: Female, person of color. Looks ages 16–21 (can pass for younger). Partnering experience preferred.
- Jesus #1: Male, person of color. Ages 5–7 (looks younger).
- Jesus #2: Male, young man. Looks ages 15+ (can pass for younger).
- Gabriel: Male, age 20+. Looks ageless. Partnering experience preferred.
- Joseph: Male, age 20+. Partnering experience preferred.
- 3 Male Ensemble (Kings / Soldiers / Priests / Teachers / Apostles): Male, age 20+, any ethnicity. Partnering experience preferred.
- 3 Female Ensemble (Wisewomen / Teachers / Villagers / Mothers / Apostles): Female, age 20+, any ethnicity.
- 2 Children Ensemble: Ages 6–9, any gender, any ethnicity.
- 1 Actor: Any age, gender, or ethnicity.
- Attire: Form-fitting clothing that allows full range of movement (leggings, tights, t-shirts, etc.).
- Footwear: Ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or bare feet.
- Auditions: October 2–3
- Rehearsals Begin: Sunday, October 11
- Standard Rehearsal Schedule: (Note: Calls will be staggered)
- Sundays: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Mondays – Thursdays: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Tech Week: November 30 – December 3
- Performance Run: December 4 – December 20
Stipend provided - $200
Audition Policies
Casting
The Strand Theater has no resident acting company. We hold auditions for each of our season productions, as well as occasionally participate in the auditions, held at our partner theatres.
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Commitment to Inclusion
The Strand Theater Company champions challenging and provocative theater that especially celebrates women's diverse voices and perspectives while bringing together the creative talents of all genders as artists, technicians, and administrators.
We embrace diversity of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organization, and strive for inclusiveness in engaging employees, volunteers, and collaborators.
The Strand Theater Company provides equal opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, political belief or activity, veteran or military discharge status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment practices, as well as our relationships with volunteers, contractors, and partners.
The Strand Theater has no resident acting company. We hold auditions for each of our season productions, as well as occasionally participate in the auditions, held at our partner theatres.
To learn about the upcoming audition opportunities, please sign up for our newsletter, follow us on social media, and check back on this website.
Commitment to Inclusion
The Strand Theater Company champions challenging and provocative theater that especially celebrates women's diverse voices and perspectives while bringing together the creative talents of all genders as artists, technicians, and administrators.
We embrace diversity of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organization, and strive for inclusiveness in engaging employees, volunteers, and collaborators.
The Strand Theater Company provides equal opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, political belief or activity, veteran or military discharge status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment practices, as well as our relationships with volunteers, contractors, and partners.