Audition Notice: Non-Professional Featured & Ensemble Roles in Cotton Patch Gospel and Trees Die Standing Tall at Bluff City Theater

Bluff City Theater will be presenting two shows this summer, Trees Die Standing Tall and Cotton Patch Gospel.  These are Equity professional productions and all starring roles have been cast.  We are seeking talented individuals to fill two remaining featured roles in the cast of Trees Die Standing Tall and eighteen ensemble roles in Cotton Patch Gospel.  This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience working with professional directors and cast members. Some acting experience is preferred, but not compulsory. 

Saturday, May 19th 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm

Bluff City Theater Annex

403 Broadway

Hannibal, MO 63401

Roles Available:

Trees Die Standing Tall– 4 weeks (June 11 – July 7)

  • Helen: Female, a secretary, 20s-30s, supporting speaking role.
  • Genevieve: Female, a maid, 30s-40s, supporting speaking role.

Cotton Patch Gospel– 4 weeks (July 9 – August 4)

  • Chorus roles: Males and females, ages 7-70, requires singing and some choreography.

Auditions are by appointment only. To reserve a time, email auditions@bluffcitytheater.com. Specify the role(s) that you are auditioning for. We will get back to you with a scheduled time and instructions on what to prepare.

Walk-in auditions will be permitted only from 2:30 pm-3:00 pm on Saturday. If you are auditioning for Trees Die Standing Tall, be prepared to do a cold read from the script. If you are auditioning for Cotton Patch Gospel, please be prepared to sing 16 bars.