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OPEN AUDITIONS - THE PILLOWMAN
August 16 & 17, 2026 7p-9p
134 Brighton Ave, Rochester, PA 15074

Register here: ​https://forms.gle/ifcrhFdc1dAVauD57

Facebook event: ​www.facebook.com/events/1039645698803556/1039645708803555/

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R-ACT Theatre Productions' production of The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh, directed by Barbara Burgess-Lefebvre

📅 PERFORMANCE DATES: October 16–18, 2026 at Segriff Stage
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🗓 REHEARSALS: In-person rehearsals begin August 30 but a read through and/or additional rehearsals in-person or via Zoom may be scheduled sooner depending on cast availability.  Rehearsals will be 4 days a week: Sundays and Tuesdays at the Segriff Stage, and additional days (possibly Mondays/Thursdays) most likely at Grace Lutheran Church in Rochester depending on cast availability.
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📌 REQUIREMENTS:
• All roles at R-ACT are volunteer
• Must be 18+ to audition
• Must obtain and provide CY113 clearance

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS

OPEN AUDITIONS – THE PILLOWMAN
written by Martin McDonagh, directed by Barbara Burgess-Lefebvre
🎭 WHAT: Open Auditions for R-ACT Theatre Productions' production of The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh, directed by Barbara Burgess-Lefebvre
📅 WHEN: August 16 & August 17, 2026 (7pm–9pm)
📍 WHERE: Segriff Stage 134 Brighton Ave, Rochester, PA 15074
📖 HOW: Cold reads from the script. A 1–2 minute dramatic monologue is encouraged but not required. Video auditions accepted until 12pm on 8/17/26.
Register Here: https://forms.gle/ifcrhFdc1dAVauD57

​VIDEO AUDITIONS

Submissions will be accepted until 12pm August 17, 2026

• Record a 1-2 minute dramatic monologue 
• Upload the video to YouTube set to "Unlisted."
• Share the link to your video audition in the registration form here:​https://forms.gle/ifcrhFdc1dAVauD57

ALSO SEEKING

Stage Manager, Costumer, Shadow Puppet Construction, Dramaturg, Sets & Props.

Apply here for Stage Manager, Asst. Stage Manager, Stage Hand: https://forms.gle/E1x8uP7jAza6bAna8
Apply here for all other volunteer opportunities: https://forms.gle/kZdLG7gbmySbtM658

If you have any issues with the form please email your interest to us at [email protected]

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2026 Season Auditions

Please check back and/or keep an eye on our social media for updates on auditions for the 2026 season.

Tentative 2026 Audition schedule:
​HOLIDAY RADIO SHOW (December 2026) - directed by Heather Due-Kratsas
(Tentative Audition Dates: Mid-Late September.)

Auditions for Murder Under the Big Top were held January 4 & 5.  This show has been cast. Thanks to all who auditioned! 
Auditions for Gruesome Playground Injuries by Rajiva Jospeh were held February 5 & 7.  This show has been cast.  Thanks to all who auditioned!
Auditions for Hartburn Hotel by Whitney Ryan Garrity were held May 9 & 10.  This  show has been cast.  Thanks to all who auditioned!
​Auditions for The Pillowman were held on August 16 & 17.  The director is currently working on casting the show.  Thanks to all who auditioned!

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Please check back for audition information for the rest of our 2026 season.
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​Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

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OFFSTAGE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

2026 Asst Director / Stage Manager Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKrw13qnsF2wZhladq2VMA6fbJJbKYF_4nt3sZaij9j8rKfw/viewform

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