Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University will hold auditions at Dixon Hall, Tulane University, on Friday, February 14, and Saturday, February 15, for its 58th Season: A Chorus Line (directed and choreographed by Jauné Buisson), Company (directed by Leslie Castay), and Carousel (directed and choreographed by Diane Lala).
Summer Lyric Theatre Audition Schedule
Friday, February 14
- 5:00 p.m. AEA Auditions (you must be an AEA member to attend the Friday auditions)
Saturday, February 15
Adult Dance Auditions (age 17 years and up)
- 9:00 a.m. Dance audition for A Chorus Line, Carousel, and the role of Kathy in Company.
- Bring jazz shoes or character shoes and ballet shoes. There will be a ballet and a jazz combination.
- Everyone in A Chorus Line needs to attend the dance audition.
Adult Vocal Auditions (age 17 years and up)
- 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 16
- 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Call Backs as needed.
GENERAL AUDITION NOTES
Health & Safety Protocols
Summer Lyric Theatre will adhere to all Health & Safety Protocols set forth by Actors' Equity Association, Tulane University, the City of New Orleans, and the State of Louisiana.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a safe space for its company members. No one will be discriminated against based on their race, sexuality, sex, gender expression, or physical challenge.
AUDITIONS FOR ADULT PERFORMERS (age 17 & Up)
Dance Auditions
The 9:00 a.m. Dance Audition is specifically for A Chorus Line, Carousel, and the role of Kathy in
Company. We are looking for trained dancers and experienced movers.
Anyone auditioning for the characters in A Chorus Line, the ensemble of Carousel (including the role of Louise and Carnival Boy), or the role of Kathy in Company must come to the dance call.
Dance Registration & Location
To register for an adult dance audition, click the link below. Bring a headshot, your completed vocal audition form, and a completed costume chart (found at the link below). Please arrive at Dixon Hall 45 minutes before the call time to complete your registration. If you also attend the vocal audition, you only need to complete 1 audition form and costume chart and only need to bring 1 headshot.
Dance Audition- Saturday, February 15 https://tinyurl.com/SLTDance2025
Vocal Auditions
Please bring a headshot and sheet music in the proper key. Music should be in a book or 3-ring binder. Cuts should be clearly marked. An accompanist will be provided.
Prepare two (2) contrasting songs, 16-32 bars. Songs should show vocal range and acting ability and should be in the style of shows in our season. You may be asked to sing only one song cut.
Vocal Registration & Location
Please click the appropriate link to schedule an adult vocal audition. Bring a headshot, your completed vocal audition form, and a completed costume chart (found at the link below). Performers should arrive at Dixon Hall 30 minutes before the call time.
AEA Auditions (AEA members only)- Friday, February 14 https://tinyurl.com/SLTAEA2025
Vocal Auditions- Saturday, February 15 https://tinyurl.com/SLTVocal2025
SEASON INFORMATION (Rehearsal & Performance Dates)
- A Chorus Line – rehearsals begin May 28 (AEA begins June 2) and runs June 19-22.
- Company – rehearsals begin June 23 and runs July 10-13.
- Carousel – rehearsals begin July 14 and runs July 31- August 3.
Reminder: Juneteenth and July 4th are rehearsal dates for Summer Lyric. Even though they are holidays, we cannot afford the rehearsal time when faced with mounting these shows in such a short period.