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FAQs for Actors
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just getting started, the Cloverdale Performing Arts Center welcomes you to share your talent with our community.
Our theater thrives on creativity and collaboration, and we are always looking for passionate performers to bring our productions to life. Explore our audition opportunities or inquire about guest artist performances below.
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Answer: No experience is necessary to audition! Cloverdale Performing Arts Center is a community theater, and we welcome performers of all levels, from first-timers to seasoned professionals. What’s most important is your enthusiasm and passion for being part of a creative team.
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Audition requirements can vary depending on the production. Some may ask for a prepared monologue, while others may involve cold readings from the script. Specific audition details will be provided in the audition announcement, so make sure to check the requirements for the show you’re interested in.
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You can sign up for an audition for a specific show. Generally speaking, we accept digital or in-person auditions. We will do our best to accomodate schedules. While we accept walk-ins, it's recommended to register ahead of time.
We also are happy to accept auditions outside of the audition period. We are always adding new shows and it would be great to have your information on file!
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If you aren’t cast in a specific role, there are still many ways to get involved! We are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with backstage work, set design, costumes, and other areas. Plus, auditioning is a great way to get to know our theater and directors for future productions.
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We are a small community theatre, and unfortunately we are not able to pay actors what some of the larger theatre's are able to pay.
However, we do collect cash at the front of the theatre during the performance, which is then split amongst the cast.
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Cloverdale Performing Arts Center is a safe space. A lot of us involved have worked with other theatre companies and have noticed that there is a shockingly bad treatment of fellow artists often. We strive to keep the theatre a safe space for everyone. We will not tolerate ego trips from actors, directors, or anyone else involved.
Auditions
We’re currently gearing up for our 2025 Season Auditions. We will not be holding general auditions this year, but will instead be holding auditions specific to each show. 1984 has been fully cast.
At Cloverdale Performing Arts Center, we believe that theater is for everyone. Whether you're an experienced performer or stepping on stage for the first time, we welcome you to join us in bringing stories to life. As a community theater, what matters most to us is building a supportive and inclusive space where everyone feels valued. We are committed to ensuring that all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, or background, have the opportunity to participate. We invite you to review our Statement on Injustice, which underscores our dedication to creating a space free from discrimination and fostering equity in the arts.
Here, it’s not just about the performance—it's about being part of a creative community where everyone has a role to play. So, come as you are, and help us make magic on the stage together!
Submit a Digital Audition
Whether you’re submitting a digital audition for a specific show, or to be considered for a future, unannounced show, this is where you will submit a digital audition. Click the button below to be taken to the google form. We accept up to 5 files up to 1 GB each.
For any questions, email ad@cloverdaleperformingarts.com
Upcoming Auditions
One Act Festival
Performance Dates: September 11, 12, 13
Audition Date:
August 3 at 6:30pm
Winnie-The-Pooh
Christmas Tail
Audition Date:
August 15 at 2:00pm
Performance Dates:
December 11, 12, 13
Auditions will be held at Cloverdale Performing Arts Center on the main stage. Auditions are September 27th at noon. Please do not prepare a monologue unless you’re submitting a video audition. Video auditions can be submitted above by clicking the Digital Submission button. Please bring a resume and headshot.
Experience an unforgettable evening of live theater as the Cloverdale Performing Arts Center presents our annual One Act Play Festival!
Featuring six original short plays selected from over 150 submissions, this exciting festival showcases a variety of stories, characters, and emotions—from comedy and drama to the unexpected and thought-provoking. Each play is brought to life by talented local actors and directors, creating a unique theatrical experience you won't want to miss.
Rehearsals: TBD
A very special Friend-and-Relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago (about last year) when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of Hundred-Acre Wood, was absolutely miserable. It seems that he lost his tail and Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet got all of their friends and a search was organized. There is a great deal of fun and excitement, in the adventure that follows. Its theme, which concerns caring, sharing and the importance of cultivating friends.
More audition information to come
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