06/11/2026
IU Northwest to hold Auditions for its 2026 Fall Production, a Musical Theater r***e show.
This summer, IU Northwest School of the Arts will collaborate with Gary’s Morning Bishop Theater Playhouse to produce an exciting musical theater review honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. “Celebration of the American Musical” is a large‑scale theatrical celebration that showcases the evolution, innovation, and cultural influence of American musical theatre. Through a blend of performance, historical narration, and multimedia design, the production highlights the musicals that shaped American artistic identity, with a particular focus on works with cultural, social, and historical significance.
Directed by Morning Bishop Theater’s executive director, McKenya Dilworth Smith, the production designed for audiences of all ages and backgrounds, offering an inspiring journey through the unique stories America has told on its stages. The performance will include highlights from American musicals from the likes of Rodgers and Hammerstein (Oklahoma), Leonard Bernstein (West Side Story), Kander and Ebb (Cabaret).
Audition information:
The production team is currently scouting for talent, seeking an ensemble cast of singers, actors and dancers. Auditions are scheduled to take place 5-7pm on June 23rd and 25th. Interested participants should prepare an excerpt from a piece of their choosing, 16 bars or less than 1 minute in length. Registration for auditions close on June 22nd and is available here:
https://events.iu.edu/iunarts/event/2304667-auditions-celebration-of-the-american-musical
Production Details:
Rehearsals will take place according to the final casts’ availabilities but are tentatively planned for early evenings Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from early July through August. Performances are tentatively scheduled August 27th and 28th (times tbd).
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