🎭 We’re pulling back the curtain on an unforgettable lineup of shows — and we want YOU to join us center stage! Whether you’re a spelling bee champ, a Southern belle, a zany Seuss character, or a mobster in mourning… there’s a role waiting for you!

Check out our season lineup and audition dates below!

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Auditions: August 25 & 26
Callbacks: August 29
Rehearsals: Tues/Thurs/Sun
starting Sept 2
Performances: November 21–23

FUNERAL FOR A GANGSTER 
Auditions: October 20 & 22
Callbacks: October 22 8:00 pm
Rehearsals: Mon/Wed
starting Nov 10
Performances: January 16–18

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
Auditions: November 9 & 10
Callbacks: November 12
Rehearsals: Tues/Thurs/Sun
starting Nov 30
Performances: February 20–22

STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Auditions: January 19 & 21
Callbacks: January 23
Rehearsals: Mon/Wed/Sun
starting Feb 2, 2026
Performances: April 17–19

No matter your experience level, we encourage everyone to audition! Join us for a season filled with laughter, heart, music, and community magic. 💫

All auditions are held at the
Jospeh P. Spencer Studio for the Arts
120 Jessie Street
Manhattan, IL 60422