Auditions for Amherst Community Theater’s Production of The Wizard of Oz, September 12-14
The Wizard of Oz at the Muny 2016. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Source: Amherst Community Theater
Amherst Community Theater will hold audtiions for their production of the Wizard of Oz, September 12-14 at Amherst Regional Middle School, 170 Chestnut Street. This multigenerational production features singing, dancing, and acting for the whole cast. In addition to the traditional characters, there will be many featured roles for all ages in both Munchkinland and Oz: Harmonic Trees, Dancing Crows, Performing Poppies and more. You might even land a role as a flying monkey! Tappers are encouraged to come and share their skills. There will be nine performances in January 2026 at Bowker Auditorium, UMass. Children age 7 (and having entered grade 2) through adults are encouraged to audition.
Audition dates and time slots:
- Friday, September 12 from 6:00 pm to 9:15 pm
- Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 12:15 pm and 1:30 pm to 6:45 pm
- Sunday, September 14 from 10:00 am to 12:15 pm and 1:30 pm to 6:45 pm
- Callbacks will be on Monday, September 15 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Questions? Please contact producer@amherstacts.org or call Sam Karlin, Producer, at 413-992-8039.
Performances will be on January 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23,24 and 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about auditions is explained in the Audition Frequently Asked Questions.
Audition Survival Guide
A message from the Amherst Community Theater board about auditions and casting.
Important Audition Documents
Audition Form – this form must be filled out before you arrive for your audition. We are using an online Google form this year – if you have not already done so, please submit an audition form for each person auditioning. Thank you!
Important Information and Dates – this handout has detailed information regarding rehearsals, performances, and cast obligations.
Auditions are by appointment only. Sign up here.
For an audition appointment and more information, including character descriptions and audition music, please visit amherstacts.org/auditions or contact producer@amherstacts.org.