Name: Musicals at Richter 2026 Season Auditions
Start: 2026-03-26T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-26T20:45:00-04:00
Location: 100 Aunt Hack Rd Danbury CT (EXCEPT March 26)

Musicals at Richter 2026 Season Auditions

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: Musicals at Richter (MAR), the longest-running outdoor theater in Connecticut now in its 42nd season, will hold open auditions for its 2026 season March 26-29.
𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: Except for March 26, auditions will take place at Richter Arts Center, 100 Aunt Hack Road, in Danbury, CT. The March 26 audition will take place at Just Dance School of Performing Arts, 120 Clapboard Ridge Road, in Danbury.
𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖𝐒:
𝟏𝟕𝟕𝟔 (July 3-18)
With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, the show is set in the summer of 1776, when the nation stands on the brink of declaring independence, but only if the founders can overcome their differences and unite. The action follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they strive to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from British rule by signing the Declaration of Independence. “1776” is a funny, insightful and compelling musical drama with a striking score and legendary book. The show is directed for MAR by David Halliwell with music direction by Andrew Gadwah.
𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐲'𝐬 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐒 (July 24-August 8th) Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, this dazzling musical follows the magical, mysterious and “practically perfect” nanny Mary Poppins. Once she arrives at the Banks household, she uses a mix of whimsy, discipline and enchantment to help the family reconnect. The score features the beloved Sherman Brothers’ songs from the movie, along with additional music and lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, and a book by Julian Fellowes. Kate Kovacs helms the production for MAR, joined by music director Vincent Fontenelli and choreographer Melissa Arizzi.
1776 and MARY POPPINS are presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (mtishows.com).
𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑:
For younger audiences, MAR’s popular Fairy Tale Theater series, now in its 25th year, offers theater performed for young people by young people. The hour-long interactive shows, adapted from classic children’s tales from around the world, are written and directed by veteran performer, director and MAR board member Rob Mayette, and performed by a youth troupe ages 8-15. Performances take place on the Richter grounds consecutive Saturday mornings July 11 through August 1. Shows include “The Wind in the Willows,” “Rapunzel,” “The Three Little Pigs” and the story of young local Revolutionary War heroine Sybil Ludington, among other engaging tales.
𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒 (𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐘):
𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 (𝟏𝟔 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐩), 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬:
☂️ Thursday, March 26 - MARY POPPINS ONLY at Just Dance School for the Performing Arts, 120 Clapboard Ridge Road, in Danbury.
Teens (16+) and adults interested in dance ensemble or a lead role should attend this call. 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. for Dance/Movement and 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. for Vocal Auditions.
🇺🇸Friday, March 27 - 1776 ONLY at Richter Arts Center, 100 Aunt Hack Road, in Danbury. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 28 at Richter Arts Center
☂️ MARY POPPINS Teens (16+) and adults interested in dance ensemble or a lead role. 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. for Dance/Movement and 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. for Vocal Auditions. Those interested in non-dancing ensemble roles in “Mary Poppins” will also be seen at this vocal audition.
🇺🇸 1776 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, March 29 at Richter Arts Center:
🇺🇸 1776 ONLY from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐒 (𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝟖-𝟏𝟓)
Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 9:30 a.m.) at Richter Arts Center
𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠.
At this call, casting will be considered for young teens age 12 and up (especially those who tap) for ensemble dancers in MARY POPPINS, the roles of Jane and Michael Banks, and for roles in the Fairy Tale Theater troupe. 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐒.
Those young people auditioning for Jane (plays age 10-11), Michael (plays age 7-9) or ensemble dancers in MARY POPPINS should prepare a Disney song (not from MARY POPPINS). The selection should be no more than one minute long and depending on time, you may be asked for 32 bars. Young people auditioning for ensemble dancers should stay for the 12:30 PM MARY POPPINS dance call.
For FAIRY TALE THEATER, auditioners (ages 8-15) will review a brief monologue upon arrival to read and perform. Auditioners will also perform a scene with other actors from provided sides. Although Fairy Tale Theater does not require any solo singing, music may be incorporated into the shows. If interested, auditioners may also sing a short song if they like.
PLEASE NOTE that other opportunities for young and aspiring performers (ages 8-15) are available through Musicals at Richter’s tuition-based four-week Summer Youth Theater Workshop program. The Workshop runs July 20 - August 14 and culminates in public performances August 13, 14 and 15. This year the Workshop will present “Matilda Jr.” For details and registration for the Workshop program, visit www.musicalsatrichter.org.
𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍:
All those auditioning for the mainstage shows or Fairy Tale Theater should visit the MAR website (musicalsatrichter.org) to review the 2026 MAR Guidelines, Actor Contract and potential rehearsal schedule. Auditioners MUST complete BOTH the Online Audition Form AND the Printable Audition Form.
Please bring one PRINTED COPY of the Printable Audition Form to the auditions, a picture/headshot and resume (stapled) if you have them, and your list of potential conflict dates from May up to the performance dates.
Those adults (age 16 and up) auditioning for MARY POPPINS and/or 1776 should prepare one ballad and one uptempo selection from musical theater that reflects the style of the show and shows their range. Selections should be no more than one minute in length, and depending on time, you may be asked to perform only a 32-bar cut. Please have the sheet music in your key in a binder for the accompanist with your audition cuts clearly marked. Note that an accompanist will be provided; please, no recorded accompaniment or a cappella singing.
Auditioners should also be prepared to read from the script and learn a short general dance combination, if asked.
All ethnicities and genders are encouraged to attend and all roles are open. Please note that positions are unpaid and housing is not available. Show and character descriptions, as well as all audition guidelines and details, can be found on the theater website, musicalsatrichter.org.
If you are unable to attend any of these auditions (for the mainstage or Fairy Tale Theater), please e-mail [email protected]. Callbacks will take place as needed on Sunday, March 29 from 3 PM to 5 PM.
𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐑𝐒:
In addition to performers, Musicals at Richter seeks volunteers from the area for backstage duties such as set construction, set painting, properties, technical (lights/sound) and running crew, along with front-of-house operations such as ushering and concessions. Several positions offer a stipend. There are also internships available for credit or service hours. Interested individuals are invited to email the theater at [email protected].
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For further information about Musicals at Richter, its season, and volunteer opportunities, please e-mail [email protected].