AUDITION NOTICE: Reversing the Roles - Introspect Theatre Company

Title: An Evening on Broadway: Reversing the Roles!

Presented By: Introspect Theatre Company

Genre: Musical Theatre Cabaret

Synopsis: The newest instalment in Introspect’s Evening on Broadway series, Reversing the Roles! encourages performers to step outside their traditional casting types to perform songs and roles they would not normally get the opportunity to play. Celebrating authenticity, creativity, and joy, this high-energy cabaret aims to break traditional casting boundaries and create an entertaining, collaborative performance experience for both cast and audience.

Audition Date: Sunday 31 May 2026

Audition Time: Individual audition slots (times allocated upon registration)

Audition Location and Address: University of Queensland – St Lucia Campus

Audition Self-Tape Due (if applicable): Sunday 31 May 2026 at midnight

Audition Requirements:

Please prepare:

• One song (up to 2 minutes) outside your traditional casting type or comfort zone

• One contrasting song (up to 2 minutes) showcasing your abilities

• A short dance call (sent via email before auditions)

• MC applicants must also prepare a monologue up to 1 minute

• Video submissions must be accessible via shared link

Audition Registration: https://forms.gle/6W1pFbarYz38ULTHA

Audition Pack: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13o_f6XW7JiLMq2uohNVBGGd2D1iFvna-

Performance Dates: Early September 2026 (exact dates TBC)

Performance Location: Thirsty Chiefs Brewery, North Lakes

Rehearsal Dates: Commencing Sunday 7 June 2026

Rehearsal Times: Wednesdays: 7:00pm – 10:00pm, Sundays: 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Performer Age: 18+

Creative Team:

Director/Writer: Lily Chippendale

Music Director: Ashlie Beauchamp

Choreographer: Antoni Torrisi

Stage Manager: Cameron Grimmett

Production Website: https://www.introspecttheatreco.com.au/eob-auditions/

Other information:

• Tech/Dress rehearsals (compulsory attendance):

  • Wednesday 26 August 2026, 6:00pm – 10:00pm

  • Sunday 30 August 2026, 10:00am – 5:00pm

  • Wednesday 2 September 2026, 6:00pm – 10:00pm

• Successful cast members must purchase an Introspect Theatre Company membership ($60)

  
  

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Performers — Singers, dancers, and musical theatre performers for solos, duets, and group numbers. Strong movers and engaging performers encouraged. Audience interaction and collaborative choreography involved.

• MCs (2 roles) — Performers acting as hosts throughout the cabaret while also participating in musical numbers. Strong acting, improvisation, and audience engagement skills desired.