2008 Fall Professional Auditioning Companies

*Below is the list of new companies for 2008 and the companies that participated in the 2007 Professional Auditions. The majority of companies return each year, and as they confirm their participation, it will be noted below with a checkmark.
Last Updated: 09/03/2008     (Listings subject to change.)
New Auditioning Companies
(First Time at SETC Auditions)
Confirmed
for 2008
Carousel Dinner Theatre
Crown Uptown Dinner Theatre
Greenville Little Theatre
The Greenville Little Theatre is proud to be the oldest and largest locally producing theatre in Upstate South Carolina. Currently we are in our 82nd year, and perform in a beautiful 600 seat proscenium theatre in Greenville, SC. At the SETC Fall Auditions we will be looking for 3-5 male actors for Carousel and Jesus Christ Superstar. See you at SETC.
Harold Clurman Laboratory Theatre Company
The Harold Clurman Laboratory Theater Company grew out of a feeling that the time had come for the Stella Adler Studio of Acting to produce, or reproduce, its spirit, voice and theatrical sensibilities on a professional level. The mission of the Lab Theater is to produce theater committed to the standards and ideals set out by Stella Adler, Harold Clurman and the Group Theater. It will serve as a launching pad for its students and an artistic home for its faculty to grow and evolve. It will also include actors, directors, and designers from outside the immediate Adler community who share our humanistic impulse and vision. Seeking 10 men and 10 women for such shows as Waiting for Godot, Three Sisters, and Streamers. See you at SETC.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society
Thank you for your supporting the Arts! The Jefferson Performing Arts Society's 31st Season offers world-class entertainment to New Orleans and its surrounding areas. With continued involvement and support in the communities, Jefferson Performing Arts Society hopes this season will show that "together, we make it happen." Casting for Return to the Forbidden Planet. See you at SETC.
Legacy Theatre
National Theatre for Children
The National Theatre for Children is the largest in-school touring educational theatre company in the world! Starting in 1978, we have performed educational and entertaining shows for millions of children nationwide. All of our shows are original 30 minute comedies with rehearsals in Minneapolis, MN, then actors travel to a specific area of the country to perform. For the SETC auditions, we will be casting for our Winter and Spring 2009 tours. Please visit our website for more information. We look forward to meeting you in Charlotte!
The Playground Theatre
The PlayGround Theatre is about to begin its fifth season of presenting magical and intelligent productions for the children and families of South Florida. For the SETC Fall Professional Auditions, we'll be looking for actors for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings, and Inanna and the Huluppu Tree.
Show Palace Dinner Theatre
The Show Palace Dinner Theater is one of the largest and most popular dinner and theater establishments in the state of Florida. The Show Palace hires members of Actors' Equity Association, The American Guild of Variety Artists, and Non-Union performers from all over the country. For over ten years, loyal patrons have traveled long distances to experience our first-class entertainment and fine dining. The St. Petersburg Times, The Tampa Tribune and many other prestigious publications have rated our theater as one of the finest theatrical and dining experiences in the state o f Florida. Please visit our webite for more information about our upcoming season. Break a leg!
Returning Auditioning Companies
(Have Previously Attended SETC Auditions)
Confirmed
for 2008
Bearcreek Resort/Goodtimes Theatre
Black Bear Dinner & Show (Fee Hedrick Family Entertainment)
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Circa '21 Dinner Theatre
Circa '21 is housed in the historic Fort Armstrong Theatre. Opened in 1921, the theatre was originally a vaudeville and silent movie house, among one of the most popular and unique of its day. After extensive remodeling, Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse opened in June of 1977 as the Quad Cities' professional theatre. In 2001, the historic theatre underwent a $225,000 renovation in conjunction with the start of its 25th Anniversary Season. The actors and artistic staff at Circa '21 hail from all parts of the country. It is our hope that you enjoy your visit in the beautiful surroundings and elegant atmosphere in which we proudly serve you here at Circa '21. Join us for our 2008-2009 season from Peter Pan to Johnny Cash and The Full Monty.
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Cumberland County Playhouse
Dave Clemmons Casting
Dave Clemmons Casting is Dave Clemmons, C.S.A. (Owner/Casting Director), Joy Dewing (Casting Director) and Robin Steinthal (Assistant).  Heading into our 10th year of business casting for Broadway, Off-Broadway, Tours, Regional, Concerts, Workshops and Readings.  Current projects include the national tours of Sweeney Todd, The Wizard of Oz, Fiddler on the Roof, Jesus Christ Superstar (starring Ted Neeley), Cats, Movin' Out, Chicago, Oliver, I Love a Piano, and Flat Stanley and the international tours of The Sound of Music and West Side Story. New musicals in development: Grumpy Old Men at New World Stages and Dear Edwina by Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich at DR2. Regional/Concerts:  Julie Andrews’ The Gift of Music; The Lost Colony (as casting consultants). We are seeking talent of all types for current and upcoming projects.
Derby Dinner Playhouse
The Derby Dinner Playhouse is proud to be one of the oldest and largest, continually-operating dinner theatres in the country. Currently, the theatre is in its 34th season and has become southern Indiana's only professional dinner theatre.  For the SETC Fall Professional Auditions, we'll be casting for White Christmas, Lucky Stiff, Squabbles, All Shook Up, and our entire 2009 – 2010 Season (TBA).  Hope to see you at SETC!
Dollywood
FoodPlay Productions
The Holy Land Experience
Jean Ann Ryan Productions
Jenny Wiley Theatre
Jenny Wiley Theatre is Kentucky's only professional theatre east of I-75 offering year round productions of classic Broadway musicals, comedies, historical dramas, and holiday productions. JWT is heading into it 45th season. For the 2008 Fall season we will be casting Frankenstein and It's a Wonderful Life and for summer 2009, Smoke on the Mountain, The Legend of Jenny Wiley and one yet to be announced production.
Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Know Theatre of Cincinnati is seeking—1 male and 1 female: actor, singers, musicians, with a basic knowledge in Math or a strong desire to learn. Note: preference will be to those with piano or guitar skills. Know Theatre of Cincinnati is seeking 2 actors for the Calculus: The Musical national tour.
The Miracle Theater
Missoula Children's Theatre
Nebraska Theatre Caravan
PGT Entertainment
Prather Entertainment Group (4 Theatres)
(Dutch Apple, B'way Palm, Off B'way Palm, B'way Palm West)
The Schoolhouse Theater
The Schoolhouse Theater is Sanibel Islands Only professional theater and provides high quality family entertainment in one of the country's most beautiful vacation destinations. Currently there are many roles still open. We are 1.3 miles from the beach and are looking for performers with fun upbeat attitudes to come play with us in the Florida sun.
Sight & Sound Theatres (2 Theatres)
Springer Opera House
SRO Associates, Inc.
Theatre IV
Top Hat Productions (Cornwell's Dinner Theatre)
Venice Little Theatre
Walt Disney Entertainment
WINT Productions (Wohlfahrt Haus & Broadway DT)
Wonderworks - Hoot N Holler Dinner Show
Unconfirmed Companies That Attended the 2007 Auditions
(Most companies return annually.)
Allenberry Playhouse
American Family Theater
American Jukebox Theater
Arizona Broadway Theatre
California Theatre Center
Centre Stage, Greenville's Professional Theater
Majestic America Line
Temple Theatre
Troupe America
Wild Adventures