Short North Stage | Columbus, OH
Friday, September 19, 2025
11:00 AM - 6:30 PM (E)
Lunch 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
To schedule an audition appointment please email:
dionysia@shortnorthstage.org. All appointments must be made by September 16th.
SPT
$623 weekly minimum (SPT 6)
Equity actors for roles in Short North Stage's 2025-26 Season (2nd Half) (See breakdown).
Includes:
Please prepare material from the show listed in the folders at the links below OR you may sing something from your book.
COME FROM AWAY - Audition Material:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TtCP-Xlcmj11tUotFo_tUuFwc7YPL-m4
SPELLING BEE - Audition Material:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rwSfc3DyIoMKXLp8V1Nn0XRqYYTdfH6q
If you are unable to come in person, please submit your audition via the information on our website.
www.shortnorthstage.org/auditions.
Short North Stage
1187 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43201
Check in at the Lobby.
Expected to attend:
Edward Carignan: Producing Artistic Director
Dionysia Williams Velazco: Associate Artistic Director
See breakdown for production specific dates.
www.shortnorthstage.org
If you have issues or questions, please contact
casting@shortnorthstage.org or
dionysia@shortnorthstage.org.
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Rehearsals: January 6 - 21, 2026
Performances: January 22 - February 15, 2026
Claude & others: (male identifying, Age 40-60, Vocal range top: G4) The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude, loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Doubles as Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.
Bonnie & others: (female identifying, Age 30-40, Vocal range top B4) A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. Doubles as Martha.
Beulah & others: (female identifying, Age 40-60) The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Doubles as Delores.
Oz & others: (male identifying, Age 30-50, vocal range top: G4) The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Doubles as Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.
Janice & others: (female identifying, Age 20-30, vocal range top: E5) An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Doubles as Britney and Flight Attendant.
Beverley & others: (female identifying, Age 35-50, vocal range top: C#5) The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Doubles as Annette and Reporter.
Diane & others: (female identifying, Age 50-60, vocal range top C#5, bottom A3) A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder, more carefree side of herself. Doubles as Crystal and Brenda.
Nick & others: (male identifying, Age 50-60, vocal range top E4) An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Doubles as Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.
Kevin T & others: (male identifying, Age 30-50, vocal range top G4) The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Doubles as Garth and President Bush.
Kevin J & others: (male identifying, Age 30-50, Middle Eastern) Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Doubles as Dwight and Ali.
Bob & others: (male identifying, Age 20-40, Black/African American) A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Doubles as Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.
Hannah & others: (female identifying, Age 40-60, vocal range top E5 Black/African American) The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Doubles as Margie and Mickey.
Rehearsals: April 28 - May 13, 2026
Performances: May 14 - June 7, 2026
The Spellers - All are ADULTS (18+) to play children (10-13):
Olive Ostrovsky: (Female presenting, Age: 11, Vocal Range: Mezzo/Belt B3-F5) A young newcomer to competitive spelling. Her mother is in an ashram in India, and her father is working late, as usual, but he is trying to come sometime during the bee. Having found comfort in its words and vastness, Olive made friends with her dictionary at a very young age, helping her to make it to the competition. She starts off enormously shy, but slowly blossoms. Olive is generous, optimistic and full of love for everyone she meets.
William Barfée: (Male presenting, Age: 12, Vocal Range: Tenor E2-B4) A finalist in last year’s Putnam County Spelling Bee, he was eliminated due to an allergic reaction to peanuts and is back for vindication. His famous “Magic Foot” method of spelling has propelled him to spelling glory, despite having only one working nostril and a touchy, bullying personality. Barfée is pompous and determined to win but has a soft heart.
Chip Tolentino: (Male presenting, Age: 13, Vocal Range: Tenor C3-B4) An athletic, social, boy scout and champion of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, he returns to defend his title but finds puberty hitting at an inopportune moment. Chip is practical and resourceful but can be easily distracted — often at the worst times.
Logainne “Schwartzy” SchwartzandGrubenniere: (Female presenting, Age: 10, Vocal Range: Mezzo/Belt A3-F5) Logainne is the youngest and most politically aware speller, frequently making comments about current political figures. She is driven by both internal and external pressure, but above all, by her desire to win and make her two fathers proud. A bit of a neat freak, she speaks with a lisp and is determined to return next year. Logainne is enthusiastic, hard-working, and prone to overthinking.
Leaf Coneybear: (Male presenting, Age: 11, Vocal Range: Tenor A2-A4) The second runner-up in his district, Leaf enters the competition on a whim and finds everything about the bee incredibly amusing. He is home-schooled and comes from a large family of former hippies. Leaf has severe Attention Deficit Disorder and often spells words correctly while in a trance. He is imaginative, passionate about spelling, and simply happy to be there.
Marcy Park: (Female presenting, Age: 13, Vocal Range: Mezzo/Belt C4-E5) The ultimate overachiever, Marcy has never been given another option. Coming from a family where excellence is expected, she produces it effortlessly. A parochial school student, she assumes God also expects perfection. Though she sees herself as a bundle of problems, she keeps them to herself. Having moved frequently due to her parents' work, Marcy knows she can outshine the local competition. Her many talents include piano, dance, martial arts, and baton twirling. Marcy is ambitious, intellectual, and determined to win.
The Adults:
Rona Lisa Peretti: (Female presenting, Age: mid 30s, Vocal Range: Mezzo/Belt B3-F5) The number-one realtor in Putnam County, a former Putnam County Spelling Bee champion herself, and the returning moderator, she is a sweet woman who loves children. However, she can be stern when dealing with Vice Principal Panch and his feelings for her. Her unflagging interest in the competition keeps it moving forward. Rona is a warm and loving presence in an otherwise cold, stiff competition. She will also double as Olive’s mom.
Mitch Mahoney: (Male presenting, Age: late 20s to early 40s, Vocal Range: Tenor E3-A4) The official Comfort Counselor, Mitch is an ex-convict performing his community service with the Bee, handing out juice boxes to losing students. Though he has no idea how to offer comfort, he often wishes he could find a way to make the kids feel better. While Mitch may have a tough exterior, he is soft and kind-hearted underneath. He will also double as Olive’s dad.
Douglas Panch: (Male presenting, Age: mid 30s to early 40s, Non-singing) The vice principal, frustrated with his life, finds the drive of the young spellers alien to him. After a five-year absence from the Bee, Panch returns as a judge. There was an incident at the Twentieth Annual Bee, but he claims to be in a better place now, thanks to a high-fiber diet and Jungian analysis. He is infatuated with Rona Lisa Peretti, though she does not return his affections.
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