Welcome to auditions for Aurway’s 2026 Season.

Aurway is a network of emerging and professional artists dedicated to the pursuit, creation, and presentation of art that highlights the experiences of Black and Brown people. Our work spans across genres — from musicals and plays to ensemble concerts and devised performances.

We are seeking passionate, disciplined, and collaborative artists of all backgrounds and ages who are excited to contribute to stories that reflect community, creativity, and truth. Our productions range from youth-inclusive projects to professional-level ensemble work — offering opportunities for growth, mentorship, and artistic development.

At Aurway, we value vocal precision, ensemble awareness, storytelling through music and movement, and a commitment to authentic artistry.

Please complete the form below to be considered for upcoming productions and performance opportunities.

Audition Submission Guidelines

Each show has its own requirements. Please submit your video as a YouTube link (set to “Unlisted”) in the form below.

The “H” Word

  • Include a one-minute contemporary monologue that shows personality and truth.

Whispers of Jubilee

  • Prepare a short a cappella song that highlights your vocal tone and rhythm.

  • Include a one-minute dramatic monologue (movement or gesture encouraged).

RED

  • Prepare 16–32 bars of a contemporary musical theatre or R&B song.

  • Include a one-minute monologue

Gospel Ensemble

  • Prepare 16–32 bars of a gospel song.

Upcoming Productions

  • RED The Musical

    Written and Composed by Lawrence Dandridge

    When a new mayor threatens to close their neighborhood community center, a group of teenagers—connected by a web of life-altering circumstances—band together to fight back. Inspired by Brothers Grimm tales, RED is a bold, original musical that explores friendship, bravery, and the many colors of life.
    Through powerful storytelling and unforgettable music, RED shines a light on issues often left in the dark, from corruption and domestic violence to resilience and hope within urban communities.

  • The Movement

    An A Cappella Musical by Kathy D. Harrison


    Inspired by the Children’s Crusade – Birmingham, 1963
    With additional song “Fire” by Lawrence Dandridge (2015)

    Told entirely through a cappella harmonies, step, and movement, The Movement shares the courageous story of the children and teens who stood up to racial injustice in Birmingham, Alabama—and changed the course of American history.

Character Breakdown

  • (Historical figures)

    Martin Luther King Jr

    Rosa Park

    Ruby bridges

    Medgar Evers

    Harriet Tubman

    Fredrick Douglass

    (Children/Teen characters)

    Gloria Lewis

    Jerome Taylor

    Gwen Webb

    Caroline Mackenzie

    Clifford Clark

    Mary Hardy Lykes

    Janise Kelsey

    Tobias Kelsey

    James Orange

    Freeman Bentley Jr.

    (Adult characters)

    James Bevel

    DJ Shelly

    Diane Nash

  • Jenna Washington – (Adult) Sweet, Determined; Creative Writing teacher at the Community Center. Godmother of Gabriella. (MEZZO)

    Gabriella Gardner – (Teen) Shy girl with a passion for writing. Experience domestic violence. (SOPRANO)

    Vivian Crenshaw – (Adult) Militant, power hungry;  step mother to Gabriella. Head of the Community Center. (SOPRANO)

    Tim Crenshaw – (Teen) LGBTQ identifying, sarcastic step brother to Gabriella. Son of Vivian. (TENOR)

    Tia Crenshaw – (Teen) Spicy step sister to Gabriella. Daughter of Vivian. (ALTO)

    Jack Reed – (Teen) Troubled, misguided kid with a slight hero complex. Big brother of Frances. (BARITONE with range)

    Frances “Red” Reed – (Teen) Charming girl with a magnetic presence. (MEZZO)

    Elaine Reed – (Adult) Loving grandmother of Jack and Frances. Coordinator at the Community Center. (ALTO with range)

    Trevor King – (Teens) Charismatic, ‘boy next door’ with a hunger for justice. (TENOR)

    Allen Wolf – (ADULT) Alcoholic, corrupt mayor. (BARITONE with range)

    Daryl Wolf – (YOUNG ADULT) College student, predator like behavior, slick. (TENOR)

    DANCING SHADOWS -  Four spirit like dancers that symbolically “shadow” the lives of the four teens as their Brothers Grimm characters align in the story. Inspired by the tales of Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Cinderella. Double as Community Members.

In addition to our three mainstage productions, Aurway Repertory Theatre offers year-round creative opportunities for artists of all backgrounds and ages. From development workshops and staged readings to youth programs, concerts, and community collaborations — we’re always looking to connect with new voices and talents who want to grow, create, and make an impact.

Whether you’re an actor, singer, dancer, or behind-the-scenes creative, there’s a place for you at Aurway.

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