Auditions
Ready to take the next step in your professional theatre journey?
The Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) hosts some of the largest and most respected unified audition and hiring events in the country—connecting performers, designers, technicians, front of house, and stage managers with professional theatre companies, cruise lines, theme parks, and educational institutions. SETC opportunities are available through the Fall Professional Auditions, Summer Outdoor Theatre Auditions, and the flagship Spring Professional Auditions.
Whether you're seeking seasonal, year-round, or educational opportunities, SETC offers a dynamic platform to showcase your skills—onstage or behind the scenes—and take the next step in your theatre career.
Auditions
Spring Professional Auditions
In-person | Screening required
Held each March, these auditions are for college students and professionals looking for summer and year-round work. A screening audition is required in November to qualify.
Learn more about Spring AuditionsCollege Program Auditions
In-person | No screening required
Open to high school and college students pursuing undergraduate or graduate theatre programs. This is your chance to audition directly for colleges and universities.
Summer and Outdoor Theatre Auditions (SOTA)
In-person | No screening required
These auditions are open to college students and professionals seeking summer-only work at outdoor theatres. No pre-screening is needed.
Learn moreFall Professional Auditions
In-person | Screening required
These auditions are for non-college students (including grad students) and working professionals seeking year-round employment. Screening opens in July and is required to be considered. The application deadline for the SETC Fall Professional Auditions has been extended to August 15!
Fall Professional Auditions
ATLANTA GEORGIA, Atlanta Airport Marriott
September 4th
Tech Interviews 2:00PM-5:00PM
Meet and Greet 6:30pm-8:30pm
September 5th
Audition 9:30am-4:30pm
Hosted by SETC (Southeastern Theatre Conference)
HOTEL LINK
Important dates:
Application Opens: June 30th
Application Closes: July 31st *EXTENDED TO August 15th!
Auditions Adjudicated: Throughout August
Registration Fee:
$40 (Non-refundable)
Audition Eligibility:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be 18 years or older by August 1st
Not be currently enrolled as a student. These auditions are intended for performers seeking year-round professional employment.
You must be available for year-round professional employment.
Required Submission Material:
Contact Information
Main Audition Video (60 seconds max)
Acting Only: One monologue
Singing Only: One song (accompanied by piano or a high-quality track)
Acting & Singing: One monologue and one song (combined in a single video)
Headshot & Resume (uploaded as separate files)
Optional: Additional media (e.g., dance reel, performance footage, etc.)
Submission Process:
Complete your application and upload all required materials via Acceptd.
Submissions are screened throughout August.
If selected, you will receive your audition number and event details by September 1st
You must confirm acceptance of your audition number by September 3rd
LOOKING FOR TECH JOBS? APPLY HERE
Application Opens: June 30th
Application Closes: September 3rd (for tech only)
Participating Hiring Companies - Below is a list of Hiring Companies from last year. This list will be updated with companies from this year when Company Registration closes.
Royal Caribbean
Lexington Children’s Theatre
Dollywood
Disney Live Entertainment
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Barter Theatre
The National Theatre for Children
Alhambra Theatre
Ohio Star Theatre
Interlakes Summer Theatre
Emerald Coast Theatre Company
Harold Clurman Laboratory Theater Company
Shadowbox Theatre
Alhambra Theatre
Hotel information
Atlanta Airport Marriott
4711 Best Road
Atlanta, GA, 30337
Google Maps
Design, Tech, and Production
Spring Professional Job Fair
In-person | No screening required
Tech and design professionals can apply for jobs in summer and year-round positions through the Job Fair at the annual convention. From stage management and carpentry to lighting, audio, and costumes, production roles are in demand. Just be sure to register for the Job Fair for this March in-person event.
Learn more about Spring Job FairCollege Program Design, Tech, and Production Candidates
In-person | No screening required
High school and college students interested in college-level design, tech, or production programs can meet and interview with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate schools through the Spring Undergraduate & Graduate Tech Interviews. No screening is required—just register and bring your portfolio and passion.
Summer and Outdoor Theatre Auditions (SOTA) – Design, Tech, and Production Applicants
In-person | No screening required
Looking for summer work in tech, design, or production? SOTA connects college students and professionals with outdoor theatres hiring for the summer season. Opportunities include scenic, lighting, costumes, sound, stage management, and more—no screening required.
Learn moreFall Professional Auditions – Design, Tech, and Production Applicants
In-person | Screening required
For working professionals and grad students in tech, design, and production, the Fall Auditions offer access to hiring theatres with year-round positions. Submit your screening application in July for a chance to connect with employers looking for skilled backstage talent.
Hiring Companies
Lexington Children’s Theatre
Dollywood
Disney Live Entertainment
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Barter Theatre
The National Theatre for Children
Alhambra Theatre
Ohio Star Theatre
Interlakes Summer Theatre
Emerald coast theatre company
Harold Clurman Laboratory Theater Company
Shadowbox Theatre
Alhambra Theatre
Hiring Companies register here
Hotel information
Atlanta Airport Marriott
4711 Best Road
Atlanta, GA, 30337
Google Maps
Acceptd Instructions
How To Submit Callback Schedule Preferences in Acceptd
Log into your Acceptd account
Determine whether you're logged in as an Applicant or an Admin
You want to be logged in as an Applicant, and your homepage will say "Application Tracker". (see image below)
If you aren’t logged in as an Applicant, click on "Hi [Your Name]" in the top right of the screen, then select "Applicant Account"
In the search bar that says Search Organizations, search for SETC and click on the Recruiter and Hiring Companies option (see image below)
Click View
On the new page, select Start an Application, where you will be brought to the SETC Recruiter and Hiring Companies landing page (see image below)
On the left side of the page, select the proper application for your organization, and submit your application!
