"There's a theater in town that exudes such an atmosphere of inclusion, vitality, and good cheer that it's contagious, even on a first visit. (And, not incidentally, they put on a whale of a show.) Near West clearly takes its theatrical goals as seriously as its humanitarian ones."

Scene Magazine

Performance Auditions

NWT holds group auditions in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that require no preparation.  Actors of all experience levels are led through multiple improvisational exercises providing every participant equal opportunity to create through word, movement and song.  Auditions focus on the creative process not the product; on working as an ensemble, not solo.  After this first level audition, callbacks will focus on individual roles/songs and working from the script.

All individuals should arrive 15 minutes early to register. Auditions begin promptly at the designated time. Anyone arriving after the starting time will be asked to audition at the next scheduled time. Participants should wear comfortable clothing that doesn't restrict movement and appropriate shoes for dancing. For information, call NWT's Business Office, 216-961-9750.

Finian's Rainbow*
(Ages 7 & up)
September 2, 3 & 4, 2008
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Children Ages 7-12
7:30 – 10:30 p.m. – Teens and Adults, 13 & up

Rehearsals begin Sunday, September 14

Once On This Island
(Ages 9 & up)
February 17, 18 & 19, 2009
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Children Ages 9-12
7:30 – 10:30 p.m. – Teens and Adults, 13 & up

Audition Location: St. Luke's Episcopal Church
                                West 78th Street & Lake Road

Rehearsals Begin Sunday, March 1

Sweeney Todd:
The Demon Barber of Fleet Street*
(Ages 13 entering high school - 19)
May 19, 20 & 21, 2009
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Rehearsals begin Sunday, May 31
 

Location*: Near West Theatre, St. Patrick's Club Bldg., 3606 Bridge Avenue, 3rd Floor, (W. 38 Street & Bridge Avenue)

*Near West Theatre is housed in St. Patrick's Club Building on the 3rd floor which is not accessible to persons with disabilities (there is no elevator or chair lift).  However, NWT is engaged in a process to build an accessible theatre in the Gordon Square Arts District at West 67th & Detroit.  The conceptual design for the new building is completed, and the capital campaign will be announced in the near future.

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