Audition for Reston Community Players!
Every performance at RCP features long time community theatre favorites, folks who did theatre in college, and often performers in their very first show! We hope our audition process is welcoming: You may not get a part this time, but you may next time around and we want you to keep trying and have fun doing it.
Here are some tips for auditioning:
1. Prepare Thoroughly: Research the role and the production to understand the character's background and motivation. Practice your lines until you feel confident, and consider rehearsing with a friend or in of a mirror to refine your delivery.
2. Dress Appropriately: Choose clothing that reflects the character you're auditioning for while ensuring you feel comfortable and confident. Avoid overly distracting outfits; instead, opt for styles that enhance your performance.
3. Be Aware of Your Body Language: Your body language speaks volumes about your character. Maintain good posture, make eye contact with the casting directors, and use appropriate gestures to convey emotions and intentions. This will help you create a more believable and engaging performance.
4. Stay Calm and Focused: Nerves are normal, but try to channel that energy positively. Take deep breaths before stepping into the audition room to help calm your mind.
Remember that auditions are opportunities to showcase your talent, so enjoy the process let your passion shine through. If you need further elaboration or have specific aspects in mind, feel free to ask!
Information about auditions will appear here when signups open.
2026-2027 Season
The Trojan Women by Michael Barret Jones, after Euripides
(February 25 - 28, 2027)
Produced by Kate Keifer
Directed by Jessie Roberts
Auditions: November 14-17, 2026
The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Rupert Holmes
(April 9 - May 1, 2027)
Step into the spotlight, strike a pose, and prepare for theatrical mischief! Reston Community Players is bringing Dickens’s unfinished mystery to life in a gloriously over-the-top musical comedy packed with larger-than-life characters, music hall madness, delicious villains, and audience interaction. We’re looking for bold actors, singers, dancers, and comedians ready to play both Victorian eccentrics and the colorful performers behind them. Come make a little mayhem with us!
Read About the Music Hall Royale and our Fabulous Characters Here!
Produced by Jocelyn Steiner
Directed by Michael Barret Jones
Musical Direction by Jim Bowen-Collinson
Choreography by Kendall Mostafavi
Auditions: December 13 and 15; Callbacks December 17
Full Cast Rehearsals Won't Begin until January 4.