Auditions
General Audition Resources
Auditioning for a show can be nerve-wracking! Check out our audition resources here.
Learn everything you need to know auditions, including:
- what to wear
- how to set up your resume
- theater terminology
- theater etiquette
- how to prepare a monologue
- and more!
Show-Specific Audition Information
The Second Stage series offers experienced teen artists the opportunity to take on leadership roles by directing and supporting a cast of younger performers in a 30-minute KIDS musical.
Team Applications – Willy Wonka KIDS
We are currently accepting creative team applications for our Second Stage production of Willy Wonka KIDS!
Students ages 15–20 are invited to step into exciting behind-the-scenes leadership roles including directing, choreography, music direction, stage management, design, and more as they help bring this iconic production to life. Participants will gain hands-on experience, collaborate as part of a real creative team, and receive mentorship from industry professionals throughout the process.
This completely free program is designed for students eager to explore new creative paths, build confidence, strengthen their resumes, and experience what it takes to shape a production from the ground up.
Our last KIDS production was double cast and welcomed more than 600 audience members, making this an incredible opportunity to create meaningful work on a large scale.
Apply now to gain professional experience, grow your creative skills, and help bring the magic to life!
If you have any questions about the application process, the requirements for these roles, or need accommodations to participate, please reach out to Alex Robinson. We are committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone!
Why Apply?
- Gain practical experience in production roles, from stage management to technical theater.
- Learn from seasoned theater professionals in a supportive, collaborative environment.
- No tuition required — this is a completely free opportunity!
Production Timeline
- Team Applications for Creative Leaders (Ages 15–20): May 1–31
- Auditions (Ages 6–13): June 16–17 (4–8 PM)
- Callbacks: June 24–25 (4–8 PM)
- Rehearsals: June 30–July 31 (Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays, 5-7 PM)
- Tech Week: August 3–6 (4–7 PM)
- Performances: August 7–9
Cast Auditions
Cast auditions will be held on June 16-17, 2026. Check back soon or on our Linktree for audition sign ups soon!
If you have any questions about the application process, the requirements for these roles, or need accommodations to participate, please reach out to Alex Robinson. We are committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone!
About The Show: Willy Wonka KIDS
Music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley; Book adaptation by Timothy Allen McDonald, based on Roald Dahl’s book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
A deliciously imaginative musical based on Roald Dahl’s beloved story, Willy Wonka KIDS follows young Charlie Bucket and his kind-hearted grandfather on a magical journey through a world of sweets, surprises, and singing Oompa Loompas. Charlie is one of five lucky children to win a golden ticket and a tour of the mysterious Wonka Chocolate Factory. But as the tour unfolds, the children quickly learn that following Mr. Wonka’s rules is the only way to avoid some very unexpected consequences.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of an incredible production while building skills that will last a lifetime.
This production is part of our Summer Teen program, focused on students 13 to 19 years old.
Auditions: May 28-29, 2026
Callbacks: June 2-3, 2026
Rehearsals: June 15 – July 23, 2026 (Monday-Thursday 6-9pm, Saturday 1-6pm)
Performances: July 24 – August 2, 2026
Production Schedule:
📅 Auditions: May 28-29, 2026 (5-9 PM)
📍 Location: Studio East, Kirkland
🎭 Callbacks: June 2-3, 2026 (4-9 PM)
🗓️ First Rehearsal: Monday, June 15, 2026 (6–9 PM)
🤝 Mandatory Community Meeting: Monday, June 15, 2026 (6–6:30 PM)
💻 Rehearsals: Mon-Thurs (6–9 PM), Saturdays (1–6 PM), June 15 – July 23, 2026
🎪 Tech Week: July 18 (12-8 PM); July 20-July 23 (5-9 PM)
🎬 Performances: July 24 – August 2, 2026
Prepare:
- (1) 32-bar cut or 1-minute selection from a contemporary musical or something in the style of the show (think Legally Blonde, Mean Girls, Bring It On, Freaky Friday, If/Then, Big Fish etc).
- (1) contrasting 32-bar cut or 1-minute selection that highlights your personality and vocal range.
Please bring sheet music in the correct key with your cuts clearly marked. An accompanist will be provided.
*If unavailable for auditions, you may submit a video audition no later than 6 PM on May 29th, 2026 to be considered for callbacks.
If you need ideas or help with material please see our Audition101 Workshop Materials.
Personalized Audition Coaching:
Receive 20 minutes of private coaching from Alex Robinson on your upcoming audition materials. Students must come to the coaching with audition pieces memorized and with sheet music prepared for the pianist.
Audition workshops do not guarantee casting in Studio East mainstage shows. However, they are designed to help your student feel more prepared and confident walking into the audition room.
Studio Intensive is a year-long training program for young actors aged 10 to 19, offering high-level training in theater arts. Our core classes meet Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Studio Intensive is a supportive program for passionate theater students who want to build their skills and confidence on stage. Because we expect our Intensive students to already have a solid understanding of theater skills, this is an audition-only program.
Students can join for a single quarter or continue year-round to deepen their skills through personalized instruction. Based at Studio East, the program features expert-led training in acting, voice, and movement, with a curriculum designed to evolve continuously, ensuring that returning students face new challenges and opportunities throughout their journey to graduation.
Explore full details on the audition process, tuition, scheduling, and additional program information here.
Or, if you’re ready to take your skills to the next level, submit your video audition today!
General Audition Resources
Need a headshot? Bonnie Leung photographs most of Studio East’s productions. See her work and contact her for more information here.
Still have questions? Email Alex Robinson, Artistic Director, for more information.
If you are interested in working on any of our productions this coming season, please fill out the form and we will be in contact as positions come up. Please fill out the following information to the best of your ability. If you have any questions, or anything about the requirements for this audition or filling out this form are a barrier to you participating, please email AlexRobinson@Studio-East.org for assistance and accommodations.
Show information, including dates, can be found at this link.
Please note, these are unpaid roles for students 10-20yrs old, however, they do not have tuition attached.
