Auditions & Applications

Please see below for the various opportunities available and information on how to audition or apply.

Questions? Reach out to casting@lexingtontheatrecompany.org

Professional Company

Our professional company is comprised of Broadway veterans/seasoned industry professionals, college students from around the country, and local professionals from Central Kentucky. 

We are seeking Equity and Non-Equity artists of all cultural and racial backgrounds, gender identities and disabilities for our 2024 Season. Our goal is to tell these compelling stories with a company of committed theatre artists in a supportive, inclusive and equitable environment.

Artists have three ways to audition for us - Video Audition (due November 12, 2023), In-Person Appointment in Lexington (January 26, 2024 - registration required) or via the A1 Conference (January 12-15, 2024 - must complete their application process.) Complete details and registration in the Audition Guide.

College Internships, Apprenticeships, and Observerships

College students can gain experience and valuable training by participating in our Internships, Apprenticeships and Observerships. Learn from industry pros, make connections and participate in additional masterclasses and workshops alongside production responsibilities for the Summer Season. 

Internships are paid positions and some housing options may be available. Internship departments include Administration, Technical Production, Stage Management, Wardrobe, and Music.  

Apprenticeships are volunteer positions and are available in the same departments as Internships. Observerships are volunteer positions and are available in the areas of Direction and Choreography.

Applications for the 2024 Season are due February 1, 2024. Complete details and registration in the Application Guide.

High School Opportunities

Rising 8th Graders-Graduating 12th Graders gain experience alongside the pros in our High School Performing and Technical Apprentice Programs.

Performing Apprentices will complete an Audition on February 24-25, 2024 (registration required). High School Apprentices will be considered for Fiddler on the Roof and A Christmas Story. Limited positions may be available in Jersey Boys, with parent permission. Technical Apprentice Applications are due March 1, 2024. Both of these programs are tuition-free.

Our Pre-Show Players Program is part summer theatre camp and part performance opportunity!

Pre-Show Players will participate in a tuition-based, one-week summer theatre camp in June (scholarships available.) During the camp, the students will receive musical theatre training and will rehearse a Pre-Show performance that will be presented just ahead of the curtain at select performances of our summer shows.

Pre-Show Players will complete an Audition on February 24, 2024 (registration required).

Complete details for all programs in the Audition & Applications Guides.

Youth Opportunities

Rising 3rd Graders-7th Graders can audition for our Youth Apprentice Program, and have the opportunity to perform in a professional production and share in the magic of making musical theatre!

Performing Apprentices will complete an Audition on February 23-25, 2024 (registration required). Youth Apprentices will be considered for Fiddler on the Roof and A Christmas Story.

Our Pre-Show Players Program is part summer theatre camp and part performance opportunity!

Pre-Show Players will participate in a tuition-based, one-week summer theatre camp in June (scholarships available.) During the camp, the students will receive musical theatre training and will rehearse a Pre-Show performance that will be presented just ahead of the curtain at select performances of our summer shows.

Pre-Show Players will complete an Audition on February 23, 2024 (registration required).

Complete details for all programs in the Audition Guide.

"The Lex pours into each individual as an artist AND a human."

— Hannah Browning, Webster University & Lex Apprentice Program Alum