AUDITIONS

IN TUNE Performing Arts is thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming production of Hairspray!

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Set in 1960s Baltimore, Hairspray is a high-energy musical comedy that follows big hearted Tracy Turnblad as she dances her way toward her dreams while challenging discrimination, celebrating individuality, and fighting for a world where everyone belongs.​

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Eligibility

Auditions are open to ages 13 - 25

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Audition Information

​Date: Friday, January 22nd, 2027

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (by appointment)

Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center

 

Audition Requirements

Please prepare and memorize:

• One musical theatre song (maximum 1 minute) in the style of Hairspray

Songs may be performed a cappella or with a pre-recorded accompaniment track that you provide with no backing vocals. No accompanist will be available.

Dance callbacks will happen immediately following vocal auditions.

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Callbacks

Callbacks, if warranted, will take place Saturday, January 23rd, 2027 and will include cold readings from the script as well as a short vocal cut from that character provided soon.

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Virtual Auditions

If you are unable to attend auditions in person, you may submit a virtual audition on the corresponding section in the Audition Contract

Submission Deadline: Monday, January 18th, 2027

Please include:

• Resume (PDF) (optional but preferred)

• Headshot (PDF, PNG or JPEG)

• One musical theatre song (maximum 1 minute) in the style of the show

• A slate at the beginning of your video including:

  • Your name

  • Your age

  • Your grade

  • Your height

  • The song you will be performing​​​

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Rehearsal Information

• Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center

• Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Select Saturdays as needed

• First Rehearsal: Monday, February 1st, 2027

• Tech Rehearsals: Saturday, May 8th & Sunday, May 9th from 3P- 8P.

Monday, May 10th through Wednesday, May 12th from 5P - 10P (times might be adjusted)

• Spring Break: March 15th - 19th (no rehearsal this week)

• Consistent attendance is expected. Please disclose all known scheduling conflicts at your audition.

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Performance Information

• Venue: Cleburne Richard "Dick" Helmcamp Performing Arts Center

Show Schedule

Thursday, May 13th​

• 7:00 PM

Friday, May 14th​

• 7:00 PM

Saturday, May 15th

• 1:00 PM

• 7:00 PM

 

Participation Fee

If cast, there is a $165 participation fee, due Monday, February 15th, 2027.

(Payment plans available)

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We Can't Wait to See You!

At IN TUNE Performing Arts, we believe theatre has the power to connect, inspire, and transform lives. We are excited to welcome both new and returning performers as we bring HAIRSPRAY to the stage.​​

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Content Disclaimer: Hairspray contains mature themes involving racial discrimination, prejudice, and social injustice. Parental discretion is advised.

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