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Auditions for shows at Wheaton Drama are open to all. You do not need to be a member to audition, but you will be required to become a member if cast. You can find out more about becoming a member here. Audition notices are posted here on our website, at our theatre, released to Chicagoland audition boards, and posted on our social media channels. Requirements for auditioning will vary by show and be included the audition notices below. It is the general policy of Wheaton Drama that there is no pre-casting for any show unless uniquely required, approved by the Board of Governors, and announced as part of the casting process. In short, all roles are open to all who audition.

Young Frankenstein Auditions

Young Frankenstein Auditions

Wheaton Drama Inc. invites you to audition for Mel Brooks’ musical Young Frankenstein, based on the comedy classic movie of the...

Auditions for Seven Keys to Baldpate

Auditions for Seven Keys to Baldpate

Wheaton Drama Inc. invites you to audition for Seven Keys to Baldpate, the thrilling mystery melodrama based on the novel by Earl Derr Biggers and adapted for the stage by George M. Cohan, the theatrical sensation remembered by history as “the man who owned Broadway” and as composer of enduring melodies such as “Over There,” “Give My Regards to Broadway,” and “Yankee Doodle Dandy.” Seven Keys to Baldpate is a classic of the American theater that will delight and astonish audiences with its spirited ingenuity.

Auditions for ELF JR. THE MUSICAL

Auditions for ELF JR. THE MUSICAL

Auditions for Wheaton Drama, Inc.’s production of Elf Jr., the Musical will be held Saturday, September 30 beginning at 9:00am. Call backs by invitation only - Sunday, October 1st at 5:00pm. Auditions are open to anyone ages 4th grade through senior in high school (age 18)

Auditions for 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Auditions for 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Auditions for Wheaton Drama, Inc.’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will be held Sunday, September 17th  7-10pm and Monday, September 18th  7-10pm. Callbacks will be Wednesday, September 20th, 7-10pm.

Where do we perform and how often? Our building host an impressive but cozy +170 seat theatre with some of the latest sound and lighting technology on a generous stage. We are located near the corner of Hale Street and Front Street in the heart of Downtown Wheaton. Each production schedules 15-16 performances typically occurring Thursday thru Saturday evenings at 7:30pm with Sunday matinees at 3pm.

How often are rehearsals scheduled? Our rehearsal schedule is based on each production’s cast and crew availability. The schedule typically consists of 3-4 weekday evenings and a weekend afternoon for approximately 6 weeks. Additionally, two more weeks which precede opening are devoted to integrating the technical aspects of each show with the cast performances and are more frequent during the final week consisting of daily dress rehearsals.