AUDITION NOTICE: Community Choir: The Musical - Cheep Trills

Title: Community Choir: The Musical

Presented By: Cheep Trills

Genre: Community Musical Theatre / Comedy / Drama

Synopsis: Community Choir: The Musical is a heartwarming and hilarious original musical set in Brisbane, following a quirky community choir accidentally invited to compete in Sydney’s prestigious National Choral Competition. As the choir navigates rivalries, personal struggles, hidden secrets, and song choices, the mysterious “Spirit of the Song” arrives to reveal their deepest truths and fears. Featuring humour, drama, and original music, the show explores themes of unity, love, healing, and self-discovery. Inspired by real stories from the Cheep Trill choir community, the production is proudly performed by local community members, with many performers appearing on stage for the very first time.

Audition Dates:

• Lead Roles - Saturday May 30th, 2026

• Mic’d Choir - Sunday May 31st, 2026

• Dance Ensemble Workshops -

  • Saturday May 30th, 2026

  • Sunday May 31st, 2026

Audition Times:

• Lead Roles - 9AM - 3PM

• Mic’d Choir - 9AM - 12:30PM

• Dance Ensemble:

  • 30 May - 3PM - 4PM

  • 31 May - 1PM - 2PM

Audition Location and Address:

• Lead Roles & Dance Ensemble (May 30th): Enoggera, Brisbane

• Mic’d Choir & Dance Ensemble (May 31st): Camp Hill, Brisbane

Audition Requirements:

• Lead role auditions for: Pete (Southside cast), Harriet (Northside cast), Judith (Northside cast)

• Mic’d Choir auditions available for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass performers

• Dance Ensemble audition consists of a workshop/class; no preparation required

• Community Choir roles are non-auditioned

• Flash Mob roles are non-auditioned/self-learning

• Must meet rehearsal and production availability requirements

Audition Registration: Register to audition HERE

Audition Pack: Community Choir: The Musical Audition Pack

Performance Dates:

• Northside Cast - September 23rd & 25th, 2026

• Southside Cast - September 24th & 26th, 2026

Performance Location: La Boite Theatre, 6 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059

Rehearsal Dates: June–September 2026 (varies by cast and role type).

Rehearsal Times:

• Weekly Choir Rehearsals: 6:30PM–8:30PM

• Additional weekend rehearsals and full-day mandatory rehearsals apply

• Production week rehearsals held during 22–26 September 2026

Rehearsal Location:

• Camp Hill, Brisbane

• Wavell Heights, Brisbane

• Nundah, Brisbane

• Morningside, Brisbane

• La Boite Theatre

Warnings:

• Community theatre production; performers are unpaid

• Mandatory rehearsal attendance required

• Some rehearsal locations vary

• No plus-ones, children, or animals permitted unless approved support arrangements are made

• Long rehearsal and production days required during show week

Performer Age:18+ unless accompanied in the same cast by a parent/guardian, in which case performers must be 14+.

Creative Team:

• Direction & Choreography - Belinda Raisin

• Assistant Choreographer - Laura Purcell

• Northside Choir Director/Vocal Coach - Emma Dean

• Southside Choir Director/Music Director - Tony Dean

Production Website: Cheep Trills - Community Choir: The Musical

Other Information:

• 11 original songs including a brand-new number

• Approximate runtime: 80–90 minutes with no interval

• Production features:

  • 9 lead roles

  • 8-person Mic’d Choir

  • Dance Ensemble

  • 100+ member choir

  • Flash mobs

• Two casts: Southside and Northside Brisbane

• Participation fees apply:

  • Choir - $387

  • Mic’d Choir - $417

  • Lead Roles - $470

  • Flash Mob - $110–$160

• Financial assistance available through the “Pay It Forward” initiative

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

Lead Roles Available:

• Judith (Northside Cast) – Female-presenting/Femme, middle-aged. Conservative outwardly but deeply passionate underneath. Crushing on fellow choir member Johnno. Strong comedic and emotional role with lead vocals in two songs.

• Harriet (Northside Cast) – Female-presenting/Femme. Recently divorced, confident but emotionally rebuilding. Features lead vocals in one song plus solo and harmony work.

• Pete (Southside Cast) – Male-presenting/Masc. Quiet, grieving father reconnecting with music after the loss of his son. Emotional dramatic role with lead vocals in one song.

Additional Casting Opportunities:

• Mic’d Choir (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass)

• Featured “Fake Bernard” solo moment

• Dance Ensemble

• Non-auditioned Community Choir

• Flash Mob Performers