Audition: Rumors by Neil Simon
Fast-paced, sharp-tongued, and delightfully absurd, Rumors is a classic Neil Simon farce that turns one elegant dinner party into a complete disaster. When the guests arrive to celebrate their friends’ tenth wedding anniversary, they discover the host has shot himself in the ear, the hostess is missing, and no one seems to know what actually happened. As the night unravels, secrets, suspicions, and wild fabrications pile up—along with the laughter. Brimming with rapid-fire dialogue, slapstick timing, and Simon’s trademark wit, Rumors is one of Broadway’s most popular comedies. A master of American humor, Neil Simon crafted this play as a love letter to the art of farce, where lies spin out of control, every alibi collapses, and the truth is the biggest punchline of all. Come for the mystery, stay for the chaos… and prepare to laugh until your sides ache. Those who audition will do a cold reading from the script. Questions? Contact Robin Brenneman at robin@hilliardartscouncil.org
La Cage Aux Folles
Auditions will be held in September. Check back for more details or contact Robin Brenneman at robin@hilliardartscouncil.org
Teen Revue: Movie Night
Grab your popcorn and settle in for Movie Night — a high-energy, feel-good musical celebration of the magic of the movies! The show follows a group of teenagers as they get together for a movie night. When they can’t agree on which movie to watch, their imaginations take over — leading them through a whirlwind of iconic musical numbers inspired by beloved film moments from every genre. As the teens sing and dance their way through movie-inspired scenes, they discover that the best stories aren’t just the ones on screen — they’re the ones we create together. Perfect for audiences of all ages, Movie Night is a joyful tribute to movies, music, and the power of shared experiences. Questions? Contact info@hilliardartscouncil.org
The Jungle Book Kids
Auditions will be held in August. Check back for more details or contact info@hilliardartscouncil.org
Upcoming Auditions
General Audition Info
Auditions are typically held at the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center 5425 Center Street Hilliard, Ohio 43026.
Here is some general guidance for managing the audition process with Hilliard Arts Council productions:
Sign up in advance for an audition time. A sign up form will be found on audition announcement page
Download and complete an audition form and bring to your scheduled audition. Form are available for download below. Be sure to use the appropriate form for your audition (Standard or For Kids By Kids). Be sure to list any potential rehearsal conflicts.
- Download and sign the Cast Code of Conduct (For Kids By Kids) and bring to your audition.
Bring a photo and resume/CV ( if you have one).
Be ready to sing 16 – 32 bars of a song of your choice (for musicals). Accompanists are generally provided, but see the specific audition announcement for more information.
Review audition sides (if available on the audition announcement page) in preparation for a reading. If no sides are available, readings will be cold. Readings are required for all speaking roles.
Dress comfortably and be able to dance/move for dance corps auditions for musicals.
Be respectful of other auditioners and directors
