Fort Wayne Youtheatre

The Fort Wayne Youtheatre's mission is to educate, engage, and entertain regional youth and families through theatre arts.

Upcoming Auditions

Fort Wayne Youtheatre presents four mainstage productions throughout the academic year as well as a touring production in the fall and spring. We are always looking for aspiring actors – ages 9 and up!

All audition details — including dates, requirements, and how to sign up — are available right here on our website. We kindly ask that you do not email us with questions, as all current information will be posted and updated on this page.

Thank you — we look forward to seeing you at auditions!

Review the following steps for a successful audition!

Upcoming Auditions - Peter Pan & Wendy / The Magnificent Plan

Step 1: Review the Packet

Auditions for Peter Pan & Wendy and The Magnificent Plan will take place Sunday, January 4, 2026 between 1-5 pm. Review the audition packet to learn about available roles, rehearsal schedules, and how the process works. There are also audition sides to help you prepare in advance!

View Audition Packet

Step 2: Complete the Form

Review and complete the audition form prior to the audition. You will provide contact information, prior experience, and any conflicts you might have for the rehearsal process. Make sure that you are honest and accurate with the information you provide! Bring the completed form with you to the auditions.

Audition Form

Step 3: Reserve Your Slot

Youtheatre utilizes time slots for our auditions to ensure we’re making the best use of everyone’s time! Select the time slot that works best for your schedule and plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before your audition slot begins so we may start on time. Please — only sign up for one time slot!

Sign Up Here

Who Can Audition?

  • Children 9-18 and adults if specified. Children must be able to read from a script when prompted.
  • No prior acting experience is necessary. We welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

How Do I Audition for a Youtheatre Show?

  • Choose which show you would like to audition for.
  • Check your schedule to make sure you can fulfill the time commitment.
  • Reserve your audition time-slot (Note: you only have to come one of the days)
  • Print and fill out the Audition form and bring it to the auditions.
  • If you plan on filling this out at the audition, please arrive 10-15 minutes early, and have your conflicts readily available.​
  • Review Audition materials to prepare for your audition.

What Is the Audition Process Like?

  • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time.
  • Check in with a Youtheatre Staff Member where you will be assigned a number. (Please have all of your paperwork with you; if it has not been filled out, please arrive earlier to complete the form).
  • You will have your photo taken by a Youtheatre audition assistant. This is to help the directors in the casting process.
  • We will call groups by your assigned number. Remember to bring your filled form with you.
  • In the audition room, you will be asked to read from the script sides provided in the Audition Packet.
  • That’s it! Remember to have fun and enjoy yourself. We will notify you if you have been selected for callbacks via e-mail or phone and will post a full cast list by the communicated time!

What Is the Time Commitment?

  • Rehearsals:
    • Mainstage Shows: Rehearsals are held Monday-Friday from 4:30-6:30pm for 4-5 weeks.
    • Youtheatre On-the-Go Shows: Rehearsals are 2-3 days a week from 4:30-6:30pm.
  • Tech Week:
    • Mainstage Shows: Tech Week (rehearsals the week of the show) go from 4:30-7:30pm and are mandatory along with every show.
    • Youtheatre On-the-Go Shows: Do not have a Tech Week, just normal rehearsals 2 days a week.
  • These shows are toured throughout Fort Wayne we ask that you have availability for all shows.
  • School Performances will be done for our mainstage shows. Students will be given excuse forms to present to their schools excusing their absence.

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