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Spring 2026 Audition Notice

 

CABARET

Book by Joe Masteroff

Based on the play by John Van Druten and

Stories by Christopher Isherwood

Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb

Directed by Stephanie Hickling Beckman, Managing Artistic Director of Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective

April 17-19 & 24-26, 2026

           

Auditions: Jan 20 & 21, 2026 6-8pm

Callbacks: Jan 22, 2026 6-8pm

Carol Belk Theatre

Auditions are open to any UNC Asheville student, staff or faculty member.

We welcome performers of all genders, races/ethnicities, and abilities to audition.

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Synopsis:  Cabaret is a musical set in 1930s Berlin that contrasts the decadent nightlife of the Kit Kat Klub with the rising tide of Nazism, exploring themes of racism, love, denial, and complicity. This show contains various expressions of sexuality.

Run Time: 2 hours 45 minutes with a 15 minute intermission

Cast Size:  15 (5-7 principles + 8 ensemble/KitKatKids)

What should I prepare?

The audition will last approximately an hour and will include 3 components that will be conducted in a group:

  • Acting: Perform 2 monologues from the show. (1. The character you would like to play and The character you would least like to play). Memorization is not required.
  • Singing: Sing 16-32 bars from a song from the show. (Song selections and accompaniment tracks will be provided.)
  • Dancing: Please come prepared to dance! Wear clothing that is comfortable to engage in your full range of movement. Jazz or character shoes are recommended, but if you don't have those, athletic shoes will be fine. There will be a short warm-up in groups, and then, we will learn a 32-count movement phrase to perform together.

Disclosures: This show includes sexual content and choreographed intimacy.

Important Dates

  • Rehearsals: Start Monday, January 26th and will occur Mondays-Fridays 6pm-10pm every week until opening except for Spring Break (March 9th-13th)
  • Performances: April 17-19 & 24-26, 2026

 

Who will be in the audition room? The Producer, Director, Music Director, Choreographer, Vocal Coach and Stage Management Tea

How can I access the script? Here’s a link to a PDF copy of the script. We’ll be doing the 1998 Broadway version of the show.

Email Stephanie Hickling Beckman at mzshick@gmail.com for more information.