Auditions
Southern Shakespeare Company auditions are open to all – from experienced performers to those stepping on stage for the first time. We are always thrilled to welcome new talent to our productions!
Auditions for adult (age 18+) union and non-union performers are held periodically throughout the year. (For auditions for Tallahassee area after school youth program, please see our Bardlings page.)
We advocate for diversity throughout our organization and strongly encourage auditions from members of traditionally underrepresented groups.
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Current Auditions
AUDITIONS FOR The Bar(d) Crawl
Audition Notice: Ready to bring Shakespeare to life in one of Southern Shakespeare Company’s most unique productions?
Auditions are now open for The Bar(d) Crawl, our immersive theatrical adventure kicking off the 2026–2027 season. Show dates are September 18 and 19.
This one-of-a-kind experience features four Shakespeare scenes, six actors, three bars, and a trolley ride, creating an unforgettable evening of theatre, laughter, and live performance throughout Tallahassee.
Scenes will include comedic, fight and a musical scene.
Audition Dates
📅 Friday, July 24 | 6:00–10:00 PM
📅 Saturday, July 25 | 1:00–3:00 PM
📅 Callbacks: Saturday, July 25 | 3:00 PM
Actors should prepare a one-minute monologue. Shakespeare is preferred but not required.
Whether you’re a seasoned Shakespeare performer or looking for a new theatrical adventure, we’d love to see you there.
Reserve your audition slot today: https://signup.com/go/UqYJWWA
Video auditions can be sent to Stephen@southernshakes.org by July 23, 2026. Please include a resume and headshot. Note – out of town actors must provide their own housing and transportation during the months of August and September. Actor stipend will be provided.
General Audition Information
All currently open auditions for Southern Shakespeare Company shows are listed here and on our social media. Typically, auditions request at least one <60 second monologue suited to the show’s style.