Title: Nunsense Presented By: St Luke’s Theatre Society Genre: Musical Comedy Synopsis: Nunsense is a hit musical comedy about five surviving nuns from the Little Sisters of Hoboken. After their cook accidentally poisons 52 sisters with tainted soup, the remaining nuns discover they have run out of money before they can bury the final four bodies (currently being kept in the freezer!) because Mother Superior spent part of the funds on a new television. Their solution? Stage a chaotic variety show to raise the rest of the cash. Audition Date: Saturday 29 August 2026 Audition Time: 9:00am–12:00pm Audition Location and Address: St Luke’s, 193 Ekibin Road East, Tarragindi Audition Requirements: Dance: Auditionees will learn a group dance routine to demonstrate their movement skills. Singing: Bring a backing track for a song that showcases your vocal range and strength. Consider the vocal requirements of the role(s) you are auditioning for when selecting your song. Acting: Auditionees will be asked to read a section of the script to demonstrate characterisation. A soft, indistinguishable American accent is preferred for the principal roles. Performance Dates: 20, 21, 27 & 28 November and 4 & 5 December 2026 Performance Times: Evening performances: 7:30pm Saturday matinees (21 & 28 November and 5 December): 2:00pm Performance Location: St Luke’s, 193 Ekibin Road East, Tarragindi Rehearsal Dates: Commencing Sunday 13 September 2026 Rehearsal Times: Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00pm–9:00pm Sundays: 3:00pm–6:00pm Creative Team: Director: Eddie Bruce Production Website: https://stlukestheatre.asn.au/ Other information: Callbacks will be held on Monday 31 August and Wednesday 2 September from 7:00pm. Questions can be directed to Director Eddie Bruce at eddieb4@bigpond.com. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Nunsense is traditionally performed with five actresses portraying the principal nuns. For this production, St Luke’s Theatre Society plans to add a small chorus of nuns to provide additional energy to the main musical numbers. Performers of all experience levels and backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Sister Mary Regina, Mother Superior Voice Type: Mezzo-Soprano / Alto Range: B3–F5 Style: Bold, brassy, with a comedic belt A feisty Sophie Tucker type who can’t resist the spotlight. To the outside world, she is a model Mother Superior, but to those who know her, she can be an outrageous, quick-witted soul who knows how to get a laugh. Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices Voice Type: Soprano / Mezzo-Soprano Range: G3–F5 Style: Soulful, powerful, and expressive Second in command and always competing with Mother Superior. She tries to be understanding and diplomatic and teaches the novices the ground rules. She is supposed to be dignified, but with a little encouragement, she’ll happily kick up her heels. Sister Robert Anne Voice Type: Mezzo-Soprano Range: G3–D5 Style: Gritty, energetic, with a Broadway belt A streetwise, tough character from Brooklyn who is a constant source of aggravation for Mother Superior. She has a heart of gold, and the kids adore her because she is fun, speaks their language, and can hit a baseball “out of the park.” Sister Mary Amnesia Voice Type: Soprano Range: Db4–C6 Style: High mix/belt, light operatic, or versatile country style A sweet and innocent nun who lost her memory after a crucifix fell on her head. Unable to remember her past, she approaches each new day with childlike joy. Sister Mary Leo Voice Type: Soprano / Mezzo-Soprano Range: G#3–G5 Style: Sweet, youthful mix Dance: Must be a very good ballet dancer A novice who entered the convent with the firm desire to become the first nun ballerina. She was a dancer before entering the convent and is always eager to display her talent. Young and impressionable, she can also be easily led astray. Supporting Nuns / Chorus A small chorus of additional nuns to support the principal cast and provide additional energy to the main musical numbers. Supporting performers will still participate in the dance and singing components of the audition.

Title: York Street Presented By: Mercury Theatre Wynnum Inc. Genre: Australian Historical Drama Synopsis: Set in York Street, Coorparoo, between 1939 and 1942, York Street centres on the Murran family as the outbreak of World War II begins to reshape everyday life in suburban Brisbane. Written by local playwright Jim Loftus, the play unfolds through a series of vignettes inspired by real members of his family, particularly his mother, Sonya. As Sonya grows into a young woman, she begins to question the world around her and recognise her own capacity to challenge injustice and create change, foreshadowing her later career as an Australian trade unionist. Against a backdrop of war, family life, humour, hardship, love, and social change, York Street tells a distinctly local story about ordinary people living through an extraordinary period of Australian history. The production will make its world premiere in Manly, Queensland. Audition Date: Sunday 23 August 2026 Audition Time: 1:00pm Audition Location and Address: Manly-Lota RSL Memorial Hall, 184 Melville Terrace, Manly QLD Audition Requirements: Please download and read the audition pack before attending. Audition Registration: Express your interest Performance Dates: 14 - 29 November 2026 Performance Location: Manly-Lota RSL Memorial Hall, 184 Melville Terrace, Manly Creative Team: Writer: Jim Loftus Director: Sherryl-lee Secomb Production Website: Mercury Theatre Wynnum – York Street Available Roles/Character Breakdown: The casting call advises that the production requires: 11 main/full roles 2 smaller female roles 2 actors to cover four smaller male roles 1 offstage voice Performers across various ages Detailed individual character descriptions and audition material are contained in the production's audition pack.

Title: Once Upon a Time Presented By: Fame Performing Arts Genre: Musical Theatre / Youth Workshop Synopsis: Once Upon a Time is a Fame original adaptation featuring some of the performers' favourite storybook moments, songs and characters. The workshop invites young performers to explore the world of musical theatre while developing their singing, acting and dancing skills. Audition Date: Saturday September 5th, 2026 Audition Time: 1:30PM – 3:30PM Audition Location and Address: 6/43 Lang Parade, Milton QLD Audition Requirements: Audition details are not specified. The workshop is designed to develop singing, acting and dancing skills. Audition Registration: Book Once Upon a Time Performance Dates: Friday September 25th, 2026 Performance Times: 5PM and 6:30PM Performance Location: Hamilton Hall, 36-42 Racecourse Road (at the corner of Rossiter Parade), Hamilton QLD 4007 Rehearsal Dates: Monday September 21st – Thursday September 24th, 2026 Rehearsal Times: 9AM – 3PM The full show day on Friday 25 September runs from 9AM – 7PM Rehearsal Location: 6/43 Lang Parade, Milton QLD Performer Age: 6–15 years Creative Team: Fame Performing Arts creative team Production Website: Fame Performing Arts - Once Upon A Time Other information: The workshop is open to both current Fame students and new students wanting to experience musical theatre. Participants will spend four workshop days developing their performance skills, followed by a full show day. The workshop fee is $495 including GST. The fee includes the audition day, costumes and a pizza party. Additional supervision from 3PM – 5PM is available with Fame staff for $16.50 per day including GST. Show tickets will be available soon. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Specific character breakdowns have not been provided. The production will feature storybook characters and moments as part of Fame's original adaptation.

Title: Finding Nemo KIDS Presented By: Brisbane Junior Theatre Genre: Youth Musical / Family Musical Synopsis: Based on the beloved Pixar film, Finding Nemo KIDS follows anxious and overprotective clownfish Marlin as he journeys across the ocean to find his son, Nemo, who has been captured and taken to Sydney. Along the way, Marlin meets the optimistic and forgetful Dory, while Nemo discovers his own courage with the help of his new friends in a fish tank. Featuring familiar characters, colourful underwater adventures, and songs including “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow.” Audition Date:Saturday 12 September 2026 Audition Time: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, or 3:00pm audition sessions. Callbacks at 4:00pm Audition Location and Address: Emerge Church, 1 Coorparoo Road, Warner QLD Audition Requirements: Auditions are required for performers wishing to be considered for a lead role, minor role, featured dancer position, or solo. Every child who auditions is guaranteed a place in the cast. Audition Registration: Text 0438 896 436 to book an audition time. To book the optional Audition Intensive, text the same number. Performance Dates: Wednesday 23 September 2026 and Thursday 24 September 2026 Performance Location: Emerge Church, 1 Coorparoo Road, Warner QLD Rehearsal Dates: 19–23 September 2026 Performer Age: Students in Grades 1–6. Production Website: Brisbane Junior Theatre Other information: A production fee is payable on audition day. The production runs as an intensive school-holiday program, with rehearsals taking place from 19–23 September before performances on 23 and 24 September. Everyone who auditions will be included in the cast; the audition process is used to allocate principal, minor, featured dance, and solo opportunities. An optional Audition Intensive will be held on Saturday 5 September, 12:00pm–3:00pm at Emerge Church, Warner. Students will have the opportunity to learn the audition material in advance and receive feedback. Cost: $50. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Nemo – A curious, adventurous young clownfish who wants to prove that he is capable of independence. A central role requiring strong acting and singing. Marlin – Nemo’s loving but extremely cautious father. After Nemo is captured, Marlin must overcome his fears and cross the ocean to find him. Requires strong character acting and singing. Dory – An upbeat, friendly blue tang with short-term memory loss who becomes Marlin’s travelling companion. A major comic role requiring lots of personality, energy, and confident vocals. Coral – Nemo’s mother, appearing at the beginning of the story. A warm and caring featured role. Professor Ray – Nemo’s enthusiastic teacher who leads the young sea creatures through their underwater lessons and adventures. A lively featured character. Bruce – A large great white shark determined to prove that “fish are friends, not food.” A strong comedic character with plenty of personality. Chum & Anchor – Bruce’s fellow sharks and members of the sharks’ fish-friendly support group. Featured comedic roles. Gill – The experienced and determined leader of the Tank Gang. He takes Nemo under his fin and helps him find the courage to escape. Bloat – A pufferfish and member of the Tank Gang. A fun supporting character with opportunities for comedy. Peach – A starfish who keeps watch from the side of the dentist’s fish tank. Observant, enthusiastic, and part of the Tank Gang. Gurgle – A germ-conscious royal gramma who is particularly nervous about anything dirty entering the tank. Bubbles – An energetic yellow tang with an enormous fascination with bubbles. Nigel – A friendly pelican who knows the Tank Gang and helps Marlin and Dory in their search for Nemo. Crush – A laid-back sea turtle who helps Marlin learn to loosen his grip and trust Nemo. A fun character role with a relaxed surfer personality. Squirt – Crush’s energetic young turtle. A lively featured role. Darla – The dentist’s excitable niece and a terrifying prospect for the fish in the tank. A highly comedic character role. Sea Creatures / Fish / Turtles / Sharks / Jellyfish / Seagulls / Tank Gang and Ensemble – Numerous ensemble and featured opportunities throughout the musical, including singing, dancing, character work, and potential solo moments.

The Murder Room Presented by: New Farm Nash Theatre Date attended: 15 August 2026 Playwright: Jack Sharkey Director: Sharon White Stage Manager: Laura McIntosh Set, Lighting, Sound Design: Phil Carney and Sharon White Costumes and Props: Sharon White and John Mann I left The Murder Room with two crystal-clear realisations: one, it is totally bonkers, and two, I really wanted to be part of it! Written by American playwright Jack Sharkey, the farce takes the familiar British whodunnit and gleefully spoofs it with shades of Fawlty Towers and Monty Python’s Flying Circus in its deadpan humour and daft logic. We immediately meet with wealthy Edgar Hollister and his shiny new wife, Mavis. Their marriage is going just splendidly (if you count infidelity, poisoned cocoa, and attempted murder). It doesn’t take long for Mavis' evil plans to go awry. Soon enough, Edgar’s daughter Susan, her fiancé Barry, housekeeper Lottie, and Inspector Crandall find themselves tangled in a wild mystery of vanishing bodies and misleading information. One of my favourite things about the play’s construction is that the audience isn’t left stumbling around in the dark. Instead of playing detective and piecing everything together with the characters (like in most whodunnits), we get a front-row seat to the chaos, watching everyone trip over red herrings, overlook obvious clues, and make questionable deductions. There’s particular satisfaction in watching Mavis concoct yet another wobbly explanation, only for someone to stroll in and hilariously ruin it. Sharon White keeps the pace brisk and the tangled dialogue easy to follow. Farce can quickly become painful if scenes drag, punchlines disappear, or the audience loses track of everyone’s motives. Here, cue pickups were crisp, diction clear, and pauses well judged. The script deliberately loops back on itself as people lose their train of thought, contradict earlier statements, misinterpret simple facts, and circle around the same issue from different angles. It takes precision to make that kind of repetition funny, and this ensemble had it. All six performers shared the same dry comic sensibility, supported by strong accents and distinct personas. No one outshone anyone else, and they all equally rank as my favorite characters. John Mann as Edgar Hollister looks straight out of an old-fashioned country-house mystery, sporting a red velvet smoking jacket, grey wig, and moustache. With all the airs of a snooty aristocrat, he fumbles around blissfully unaware of his own ridiculousness. Mann brilliantly plays this mix of pomp and oblivion for laughs. He also gets another entertaining character opportunity later on that is best left unexplained. Phillippa White as Mavis barely steps foot in the room before she’s spinning lies faster than a merry-go-round. Her face does half the work, with eyebrows, grimaces, flashes of panic, and a look of strained innocence that reveals exactly how quickly her brain is working. Her voice, polished to a high shine, and sparkling outfits complete Mavis’ carefully cultivated upper-class image. Robyn Stumm takes on the role of the quintessential Cockney housekeeper Lottie. It appears that she knows absolutely everything while somehow failing to pass the useful facts on to anyone who needs them. She might not win any awards for helpfulness, but she’s got the lovable factor down to an art. Stumm lands some of Sharkey’s funniest lines with matter-of-fact dryness, and it’s a hoot watching everyone run around conducting an elaborate investigation while Lottie already holds half the answers. Jonathan Knox is the epitome of a British inspector if I ever saw one. He brings an eager enthusiasm to Inspector Crandall, dutifully gathering clues from a household that gets more convoluted by the second. His accent and delivery fit neatly into the heightened world of the play. Plus, his goofier side emerges as the investigation turns into a circus of absurdity. His ability to oscillate between moments of intensity and comedic relief proves his versatility as an actor. Madelyn Scott as Susan Hollister is like a walking sunshine emoji, with the posture of a mannequin, giddy enthusiasm, childlike trust, and blissful ignorance. With her headbands, pearls, cardigans, full-skirted dresses, and proper dialect, Susan floats above reality like a balloon. Scott nails Susan’s habit of blurting out her thoughts, especially when she gets caught in those dizzying verbal exchanges that go round and round in circles. Drew Russell plays Barry Draper, the lone American dropped among this collection of eccentric Brits. His argyle sweater vests, cheesy grin, and constant politeness perfectly match the persona of this wealthy young heir. Barry is clearly baffled by the dysfunction surrounding Susan, yet remains completely devoted to her (despite the pair having known each other for like twelve minutes.) Russell gives Barry just enough common sense to stand out from the Hollisters, while still fitting comfortably into the farce. The drawing-room set by Phil Carney and Sharon White features muted blue-green walls, floral furniture and timber pieces, a rotary phone, and the portrait of the late Mrs. Hollister overseeing it all. Hidden drawers and secret-passage elements gradually reveal the room's own tricks. The lighting design is put to particularly good use during a blackout tussle over a gun. As for the sound design, gunshots, phone calls, doorbells, and the unmistakable sound of somebody falling down the basement stairs keep the unseen parts of the house busy too. Costumes add to each personality, from Mavis’s divine dresses and Susan’s prim silhouettes to Barry’s sweater vests, Lottie’s uniform (and pink pajamas), and the traditional getup for the Constable. There’s also a dead cat puppet... Sharon White has built this puzzle carefully. Lies collide with clues, inconvenient facts surface at the wrong moment, and plot twists keep reshaping what everyone thinks they know. The full house at Nash Theatre was happily along for the ride, chuckling throughout and eventually letting out a collective groan as the final act sent us around yet one more circle. At around 90 minutes plus interval, it moves quickly enough that I stayed invested through to the final tangle. The cast earn every laugh with their impeccably-rehearsed timing. The Murder Room is an easy must-see for fans of murder mysteries, British farce, or silly ensemble comedy. New Farm Nash Theatre has brought together six talented actors who perfectly capture the spirit of the material. I would definitely see it again.

Title: The Art of Doing the Washing Presented By: Travelling Rose Theatre Genre: Contemporary Drama / New Work Synopsis: The Art of Doing the Washing follows three young creatives — a filmmaker, a writer and an actor — who are struggling to survive, create and even keep up with mundane chores such as doing the washing. Their lives are suddenly infiltrated and made more difficult by the existence of generative AI. The work explores the impact of AI on artists and creative practice, ultimately presenting a strong condemnation of AI's role in the lives of artists. It is a text-based work incorporating physical movement to support the storytelling. Audition Date: September 5th - 6th, 2026 Audition Time: Individual timeslots will be allocated following submission of the audition form. Preferred windows are: Saturday 5 September, 9AM – 12PM Saturday 5 September, 12PM – 5PM Saturday 5 September, 5PM – 9PM Sunday 6 September, 9AM – 12PM Sunday 6 September, 12PM – 5PM Audition Location and Address: In-person auditions. Exact location not specified. Audition Requirements: Prepare a 2–3 minute contemporary dramatic monologue that demonstrates your acting range and emotional capabilities. Auditionees will also participate in a cold read of an excerpt from the script. All roles require actors to portray multiple minor characters and switch rapidly between characters. Auditionees should be prepared for text-based and physical performance work. Audition Registration: Complete the online audition request form: Audition Request Form – The Art of Doing the Washing Early submissions receive priority when considering preferred audition times. Audition Pack: The Art of Doing the Washing Audition Pack Performance Dates: Friday 18 December 2026 – Professional Photography / Dress Runs Saturday 19 December 2026 – 2 performances Sunday 20 December 2026 – 2 performances Performance Times: Not specified Performance Location: Studio 1, 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly QLD 4105 Rehearsal Dates: Weekly rehearsals, scheduled around the availability of the selected actors. Rehearsal Times: To be determined based on cast availability. Rehearsal Location: Not specified Warnings: The production explores contemporary and potentially confronting themes surrounding generative AI, artists, creative industries and the pressures of survival. Further content warnings not specified. Performer Age: 18–28 playing age for all advertised roles. Creative Team:Writer/Director: India Rose India Rose is a multidisciplinary theatre maker, actor, writer, costume designer and director. Her directing credits include her original works Daydreamer (2023, 2024 and 2025) and Truth; From a Liars Lips (2024), as well as the Matilda-nominated Crow’s Nest (2025). Other information: This is a new original work. The production uses a combination of text-based performance and physical movement. All three principal actors will be required to play multiple minor characters and transition rapidly between roles. People of all ethnicities and cultures, Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander performers, LGBTQ+ performers and actors with disability are strongly encouraged to audition. Payment will be through a profit-share agreement, to be signed by all cast and crew members. Auditionees must confirm on the audition form that they have read the audition package and are available for the required performance dates. The audition form requests a headshot and CV. Contact for questions: India02smart@outlook.com Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Jenna - Fem-presenting, playing age 18–28.An aspiring author with a vivid inner world filled with characters who seem to explode into her real life. Jenna must learn how to become an active participant in the story. Finch - Masc-presenting, playing age 18–28.An aspiring filmmaker who falls prey to the predatory nature of AI. He must learn how to escape its influence before he becomes part of the problem. Addy - Fem-presenting, playing age 18–28.An aspiring actor who is constantly undermined and pushed to the sidelines. Passion comes easily to Addy, and fighting feels like the solution — they just can't figure out where to direct it.

Title: All About Eve & Sunset Boulevard Presented By: MATES Theatre Genesis Inc. Genre: Classic Radio Plays / Drama Synopsis: MATES Theatre Genesis Inc. presents two classic LUX Radio Plays adapted for the stage. All About Eve - A seemingly sweet fan, Eve Harrington, worms her way into the life of aging Broadway star Margo Channing and secretly plots to steal Margo’s roles and friends. Based on the screenplay by Joseph Mankiewicz and adapted for radio by Sanford H. Barnett and Robin Jones. Sunset Boulevard - Broke screenwriter Joe Gillis accidentally meets Norma Desmond, an aging and forgotten silent film star living in a decaying mansion. After accepting a job editing her screenplay, Joe becomes increasingly entangled in Norma’s delusions and obsession. Based on the screenplay by Billy Wilder, Charles Brackett and D.M. Marshman and adapted for radio by Sanford H. Barnett. Audition Date: Thursday September 3rd, 2026 Audition Time: 10AM - 1PM Audition Location and Address: Redland Uniting Church Hall, 36 Passage Street (corner Queen Street), Cleveland QLD. Audition Requirements: Group audition involving a cold read from the script. No lines need to be memorised. Actors may perform with the script in hand. These are radio plays, so strong vocal performance is particularly important. American accents are required, except for Max in Sunset Boulevard, who is European. Microphones will not be used. It is not essential for performers to be the same age as their characters; vocal suitability is more important. A recent headshot is requested, although a clear selfie is acceptable. Bring a copy of the audition form and headshot to the audition. Audition Registration: Complete the audition form from the audition pack and email it with a recent headshot/photo to info@matestg.org.au. Auditionees should also bring a copy of the form and headshot to the audition. Audition Pack: Download the Audition Pack Here Performance Dates: Saturday 17 October 2026 Tuesday 20 October 2026 Thursday 22 October 2026 Saturday 24 October 2026 Performance Times: All performances are 1:00pm matinees, with actors called at midday. Performance Location: Redland Uniting Church Hall, 36 Passage Street (corner Queen Street), Cleveland QLD. Rehearsal Dates: Tuesday and Thursday mornings/afternoons from 8 September to 8 October 2026, with technical/dress rehearsals on 13 and 15 October. Rehearsal Times: All About Eve: 10AM – 12:15PM Sunset Boulevard: 1:45PM – 3PM Technical/Dress Rehearsals: 10AM – 3PM, all cast required. Rehearsal Location: Redland Uniting Church Hall, 36 Passage Street (corner Queen Street), Cleveland QLD. Warnings: Sunset Boulevard contains mature themes, including Joe Gillis's exploitation/prostitution and Norma Desmond's obsessive and delusional behaviour. The production uses a stylised, exaggerated performance approach reflecting mid-20th-century theatre and radio drama. Performer Age: All ages welcome. Creative Team: Director – All About Eve: Ian Stevenson Director – Sunset Boulevard: Elizabeth Morris Production Website: MATES Theatre Genesis Inc. Other information: This is an amateur community theatre production and all cast and crew positions are unpaid. Successful cast and crew members must become financial members of MATES. Membership is $20 per year and must be paid by the first rehearsal. Actors can perform with scripts in hand and will not be required to memorise their lines. All rehearsals and performances take place during daylight hours. Cast members may be required to assist with costumes and props. Actors provide their own shoes and personal items such as makeup. Successful cast and crew are expected to attend rehearsals, publicity appearances, photo shoots and media calls as required. Applicants should list all known scheduling conflicts on their audition form. MATES is seeking not only actors but also Foley artists, stage crew and front-of-house volunteers. StageworX Script Readings: Optional free script readings will be held before auditions: Thursday 20 August – 9:30am–12:00pm Tuesday 25 August – 1:00pm–3:30pm Cleveland Library, Room 2, corner Bloomfield & Middle Streets, Cleveland. These readings are optional and open to everyone. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Roles in Both Plays John Milton Kennedy – The Announcer William Keighley – The Host Libby Collins – Hollywood reporter The Foley Operator – Creates sound effects live on stage. This role may be shared. All About Eve Margo Channing – A leading but aging Broadway star. Eve Harrington – Margo's seemingly innocent and devoted fan who becomes Margo's assistant and ruthlessly schemes to steal her life and career. Addison DeWitt – A cynical and manipulative theatre critic. Lloyd Richards – Karen's husband and Margo's playwright. Karen Richards – Margo's close friend and Lloyd's wife. Bill Simpson – A successful film and theatre director and Margo's fiancé. Birdie Coonan – Margo's blunt, sharp-witted dresser and loyal friend. Claudia Casswell – An ambitious young actress with only three lines. Other minor roles will be allocated from the cast during rehearsals. Sunset Boulevard Joe Gillis – A cynical, jaded, struggling screenwriter who serves as both narrator and a character in the story. Norma Desmond – A faded and eccentric former silent-film star who believes she is still "the greatest star of all". A complex femme fatale with grandiose theatrical mannerisms and delusions. Betty Schaefer – An optimistic, ambitious young script reader and writer who becomes Joe's love interest. Max von Mayerling – Norma's loyal butler, biggest fan and protector who continually feeds her delusions. Artie Green – Joe's helpful best friend, engaged to Betty. Sheldrake – A busy movie studio boss. Irene Martin – An intermission guest. Old Guard – Paramount gatekeeper who recognises Norma as a star. Young Guard – Paramount gatekeeper who does not know Norma. Lieutenant – Police officer, two lines. Captain – Police officer. Detective – Police officer, two lines. Additional Opportunities Foley/sound effects Stage crew Front of House Placard/sign holders for cues such as SILENCE, ON AIR and APPLAUSE Costume and props assistance Other production support roles.

Title: Compost Capers Presented By: Maleny Players Genre: Christmas Pantomime / Comedy / Family Theatre Synopsis: Compost Capers is a locally written Christmas pantomime packed with music, songs and laughs. The production welcomes performers of all ages and experience levels to come together for a fun-filled festive production. Audition Date: Sunday August 30th, 2026 Audition Time: 10AM Audition Location and Address: The Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds, Maleny QLD Audition Requirements: No previous performance experience is necessary. Auditionees are asked to bring enthusiasm and a willingness to have fun. The audition will take approximately 1.5 hours. Audition Registration: No formal registration details provided. Auditionees are encouraged to attend on Sunday 30 August. If you cannot make the scheduled audition, contact Maleny Players to arrange another time. Performance Dates: December 5th - 13th, 2026 Performance Location: The Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds, Maleny QLD Performer Age: All ages – children, teens and adults Creative Team: Locally written production by Maleny Players. Production Website: Maleny Players - Compost Capers Other information: The production will feature music, songs and comedy. Opportunities may be available both on stage and behind the scenes. Anyone interested in helping with the production is encouraged to get involved. Enquiries: Kim – 0411 965 663 | malenyplayersproductions@gmail.com Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Specific roles and character breakdowns have not been provided. Casting is open to children, teens and adults, with opportunities both on stage and behind the scenes.

Title: The Little Mermaid Jr Presented By: BG Performing Arts Genre: Musical Theatre / Youth Theatre Synopsis: Cost: In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. Audition Date: Sunday August 30th, 2026 Audition Time: 9AM - 12PM Audition Location and Address: 12 Jamieson Street, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 Audition Requirements: Attendees will participate in a vocal, acting and dance session for our creative team to assess where each performer will best fit within the show. Please bring appropriate shoes, sweat towel, sufficient water and snacks and anything else you may need! (We will provide all paper materials) Please wear clothing that you can easily move in (you will be dancing) and enclosed shoes. Jazz shoes are recommended but not necessary. For the most positive audition experience, students are encouraged to have their songs and monologues learnt off by heart so they can perform with confidence. Materials can be found via the Dropbox link provided. Audition Registration: Register for your audition here. Audition Pack: Little Mermaid Jr Audition Pack Performance Dates: Saturday October 3rd, 2026 Performance Times: 2PM & 6PM Performance Location: The Star Theatre, Wynnum State High School, 5 Peel Street, Manly QLD 4178 Rehearsal Dates: September 28th - October 3rd, 2026 Rehearsal Times: Mon - Thurs - 9AM - 3:30PM Fri - 9AM - 6:30PM Sat - 10AM - 7:30PM Rehearsal Location: Mon - Thurs - Bowen Hills Studio, 12 Jamieson Street, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 Fri & Sat - The Star Theatre, Wynnum State High School, 5 Peel Street, Manly QLD 4178 Performer Age: This is a youth production for 6-13 yr olds. All participants must be at least 6 years old by the date of performance. Creative Team: Director/Choreographer - Bella Gordon Music Director - Kate Baxter Production Website: BG Performing Arts - The Little Mermaid Jr Other information: Workshop costs - $400 Auditions are required for lead, minor role, featured dancer and soloist Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Please see audition pack for available characters/descriptions.

Starry Night Presented by: Australian Performing Arts Conservatory (APAC) Venue: PIP Theatre Date Attended: 5 August 2026 Writer: Adam Szymkowicz Director: Sean Dennehy Assistant Director: Nathanael Hammond Intimacy Coordinator: Heidi Gledhill Musical Director: Shannan Evison Musical Director and Arranger: Simon Chamberlain Voice Coach: Marcus Oborn Photography: Joe Nucifora “Everything important is a little scary.” Hearing the opening notes of Don McLean’s ‘Vincent’ had me convinced that I knew where Starry Night was heading. It’s a ballad that I know intimately. APAC’s musical theatre students opened the show with a gorgeous a cappella arrangement. Their wistful, warm, slightly melancholic harmonies unfolded beneath projections of Vincent van Gogh’s artwork. Despite the title, Adam Szymkowicz’s Starry Night is in fact not a play about Van Gogh. The painting becomes a source of comfort for Ashley. She is learning how to carry on after losing Eric, her partner and best friend. Directed by Sean Dennehy, the play unfolds through interconnected vignettes over one night in a small lakeside town. People paint, write in journals, swim, go fishing, sit beneath the stars, confess feelings, and try to understand one another. Ashley moves in and out of these encounters, observing other people’s stories while slowly piecing together her own. Existentialism runs through the veins of this play. Its characters think about timing, possibility, identity, relationships, and all the uncertainty that comes with being alive. Szymkowicz threads these ideas through ordinary human behaviour; awkward, shy, defensive, curious... Every character seems to be reaching for something, even when we only meet them for a few minutes. That vignette structure gives the APAC ensemble plenty of brief moments to make their mark before the play drifts on to somebody else’s story. Zoe Joy Smith carried much of the production as Ashley, moving through these other people’s stories while grief keeps pulling her back to her own. Smith has a naturally strong, clear voice that easily fills the space. At times, however, that strength worked against the more intimate sections of the script. Ashley’s asides to the audience sounded much the same as her direct conversations with the characters. A greater contrast in volume, rhythm, and focus would distinguish her private narration and make it feel like we were being let a little further inside her head. Still, Smith has the considerable task of carrying the bulk of the dialogue, and Ashley remains our steady point of return. As Eric, Giorgio Impiccini exists through Ashley’s memories and imagined conversations with the man she lost. Within those recollections, Impiccini brought tenderness and warmth to Eric, while maintaining that bittersweet sense that he is just out of reach. Later, he accompanied himself on guitar for ‘A Horse with No Name’ (joined by the musical theatre students) in another glimpse of Ashley’s memories. Music has an extraordinary power to suddenly return us to a person, place, or moment. And for a few minutes, Ashley has him back with her. Jordan Pearce gave a thoughtful performance as Herbert, Ashley’s steady companion, source of comfort, and remarkably patient friend, even if he occupies the uncomfortable position of ‘second choice’ in her life. Herbert is fascinated by all the possible directions their lives could have taken, while Ashley is less willing to indulge his “what ifs”. The rest of the ensemble are given slivers of stage time and make the most of them. Xavier Witney stood out whenever he appeared and was also responsible for one of the funniest interludes, alongside Troy Cations, as two fishermen sharing an enjoyably peculiar conversation. Cations also got a wonderfully strange monologue when Ashley imagines that a dog she meets on a walk can speak to her. Finally given the chance to air every frustration, anxiety, and grievance he has with his humans, the dog provided one of my favourite detours of the night. I would happily watch Cations take on more comedy roles. Lauren Shaw also brought a lovely sincerity to her journal confession scene, while Skye Gerke appeared comfortable and natural onstage in hers. Both suggested strong acting instincts that I’d be interested to see more of. Nadia Thivy, Jazmyn Rademacher, Jordan Wendt, and Nathanael Hammond rounded out the ensemble across the play’s many fleeting encounters. There is plenty of lyrical writing within Starry Night. Several beautiful lines needed a moment of silence after them. But the dialogue was delivered at a fast pace, which meant some of the play’s poetry passed by before it had time to settle in the mind. This was particularly important within Ashley’s grief. She reads Eric’s journals, imagines conversations with him, and tries to reconstruct someone who is no longer there. One of the most affecting lines comes when she admits, “I miss hearing what he thinks about things.” It’s such a simple description of loss, but such a truthful one. You don’t only lose someone’s presence. You lose their opinions, reactions, jokes, and all the tiny pieces of them that existed alongside you. Visually, the production created a rather lovely little world. Movable black blocks sat amongst artificial grass, flower beds, and leafy scenery borrowed from PIP Theatre’s concurrent production of Love Song. A flowering tree framed one side of the stage, while the greenery established the lakeside setting. Projections of Van Gogh’s artwork gave the production a distinct atmosphere and connected Ashley’s attachment to The Starry Night with its themes of memory, beauty, and finding light within darkness. Lighting worked beautifully with the projections, with silhouettes against the lake making these private conversations seem very small beneath one enormous night sky. The ensemble appeared in black, white, and denim, while Ashley, Herbert, and Eric wore yellow to echo the glowing colours of the painting. Vincent Van Gogh's final words were “The sadness will last forever.” Starry Night allows grief to be enormous without allowing it to become the only thing in the room. Life continues around Ashley, and healing is found in conversations, friendships, shared stories, choices, and the willingness to let another person become important to you. We begin amongst melancholy and memory beneath a painting filled with stars, then finish with the ensemble singing ‘Here Comes the Sun’. It’s a lovely musical bookend, taking us from Van Gogh’s loneliness towards the promise that darkness eventually gives way to light. As one character wisely advises, “Enjoy being young, but try to be a bit less dumb, please.” These characters are all attempting exactly that, learning how to live, love, lose, and begin again. The production gave its emerging performers an interesting challenge, requiring them to shift quickly between comedy, naturalism, philosophy, and grief. Starry Night is a thoughtful little play, and Dennehy’s production finds plenty of sweetness, humour, and hope along the way.

Title: The Prom: School Edition Presented By: BG Performing Arts Genre: Teen Musical / Musical Theatre Synopsis: The Prom: School Edition follows four eccentric Broadway stars whose careers have stalled and who are desperate for a new cause to revive their public profiles. When they discover that a student in a small Indiana town simply wants to attend prom with her girlfriend, they travel to the town to support her. Their arrival turns the local prom upside down and brings the community together in an uplifting story about acceptance, equality, friendship and being true to yourself. Audition Date: Sunday August 30th, 2026 Audition Time: 12:30PM - 5:30PM Audition Location and Address: 12 Jamieson Street, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 Audition Requirements: Please familiarise yourself with all the dance, vocal and acting materials provided in the Dropbox link. You have the choice to participate in the intermediate or advanced dance call. A demonstration video for both calls are available and we strongly encourage learning the choreography prior. Please bring any necessary acting/vocal materials, appropriate shoes, sufficient water, sweat towel, snacks and anything else you may need. Audition Registration: Register for The Prom auditions here Audition Pack: The Prom Audition Pack Performance Dates: Saturday September 26th, 2026 Performance Times: 2:30PM 7:00PM Performance Location: The Star Theatre, Wynnum State High School, 5 Peel Street, Manly QLD 4178. Rehearsal Dates: Monday September 21st – Saturday September 26th, 2026 Rehearsal Times: Mon - Thurs - 9AM - 5PM Fri - 9AM - 8:30PM Sat - 10AM - 9:30PM Rehearsal Location: Mon - Thurs - Bowen Hills Studio, 12 Jamieson Street, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 Fri & Sat - The Star Theatre, Wynnum SHS, 5 Peel Street, Manly QLD 4178 Performer Age: 14 – 18 years Creative Team: Director - Sam Caruna Choreographer - Bella Gordon Musical Director - Kate Baxter Production Website: BG Performing Arts – The Prom: School Edition Other information: This is a school holiday musical theatre workshop and performance program rather than a conventional auditioned mainstage production. Workshop dates are Monday 21 September–Saturday 26 September 2026. The program is designed for performers aged 14–18. Workshop cost: $400. The final performance will be presented twice on Saturday 26 September. Tickets are $35 for ages 3+. BG Performing Arts describes itself as a Brisbane youth performing arts school providing professional training in musical theatre, dance and related performance disciplines. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Emma Nolan | Teenager in Indiana. A reluctant poster child for LGBT youth. Very smart. A bit of a tomboy quality. Alyssa Greene | A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma's girlfriend. Faces constant pressure from her mother and friends. Tom Hawkins | The straitlaced school principal. An ally to Emma and a long-time fan of Dee Dee. Mrs Greene | Alyssa's intimidating, conservative, but ultimately loving mother. The head of the PTA. Shelby, Kaylee, Nick, Kevin | Other students at school who bully (but who eventually learn to accept) Emma. Barry Glickman | Flamboyant Broadway star. Completely politically incorrect and doesn't know it. Longs to give Emma the prom he was unable to have as a teen. Dee Dee Allen | Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. Hilariously self-involved, but yearns to do something goof for someone other than herself. Trent Oliver | Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non-Equity tour of Godspell. Loves to hear himself speak. Angie Dickinson | An ensemble member in the Broadway production of Chicago. Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold. Sheldon Saperstein | A charismatic press agent. Ensemble | Olivia Keating, Opening night party attendees, Reporters, High school students, PTA members, Motel Clerk, Cast of the non-equity tour of Godspell, Monster truck rally audience, Mrs Greene's friend, LGBT Students.

Title: Finding Nemo JR Presented By: Phoenix Arts Academy / Phoenix Ensemble Genre: Junior Musical / Family Musical Synopsis: Finding Nemo JR brings the beloved underwater adventure of Nemo, Marlin and Dory to the stage. The story follows Nemo, a curious young clownfish born with a "lucky fin", as he embarks on an adventure that takes him far from home. His anxious and overprotective father, Marlin, sets out to find him, meeting an unforgettable cast of sea creatures along the way, including the optimistic Dory. The production explores family, courage, friendship, adventure and learning to embrace the things that make us different. Audition Date: Saturday August 29th, 2026 Audition Time: 10AM – 11:30AM – Junior Ensemble Group Audition 12PM – 1:30PM – Leads & Senior Ensemble Group Audition 2PM – 5PM – Lead & Featured Senior Ensemble Individual Audition Audition Location and Address: Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds. Access via the gate at 60 James Street, Beenleigh QLD. Audition Requirements: Junior Ensemble – Prep to Grade 4: Participate in a group dance and singing workshop. Learn a short routine and part of a song. No preparation is required. Students in Grades 3–4 wishing to audition for Nemo must also attend an afternoon individual audition. Prepare 30 seconds–1 minute of a song from a Disney movie or musical. Sing with a backing track with no lead vocals. Bring a device or USB containing the backing track. A YouTube link is also acceptable. Lead Roles & Senior Ensemble – Grades 5–12: Participate in the group dance and singing workshop from 12:00pm–1:30pm. No preparation is required for the group session. Students wishing to be considered for a lead or featured Senior Ensemble role must also attend an afternoon individual audition. Individual auditions will be conducted in groups of four, with approximately 30 minutes per group. Prepare 30 seconds–1 minute of a song from a Disney movie or musical. Backing track must not contain lead vocals. Bring a device or USB containing the backing track. A YouTube link is also acceptable. Present acting scenes with a partner. Audition scenes are provided in the audition pack and do not need to be printed or memorised, although auditionees are encouraged to read through them several times beforehand. Senior Ensemble – Ensemble Only: Students who only wish to participate in the Senior Ensemble and attend the reduced rehearsal commitment do not need to complete the individual audition. Auditionees should wear comfortable, casual clothing suitable for movement and closed-in shoes. Sneakers are recommended; dance shoes are welcome but not required. Bring a bottle of water. Audition Registration: Register for Finding Nemo JR auditions Audition Pack: Finding Nemo JR Audition Pack Performance Dates & Times: Friday 2 October 2026 – 6PM Saturday 3 October 2026 – 10AM & 1PM Performance Location: Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds Rehearsal Dates: September 21st - October 2nd, 2026 Rehearsal Times: Monday–Friday, 9AM - 3PM daily, except Friday 2 October, which will have a later start before the first performance. Rehearsal Location: Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds Performer Age: School-aged students from Prep to Grade 12 in 2026 Creative Team: Director: Julianne Clinch Music Director: Kym Brown Production Website: Phoenix Arts Academy - Finding Nemo Jr Other information: The production is open to all school-aged students from Prep to Grade 12 in 2026, not just current Phoenix Arts Academy students. Casting will be gender fluid depending on the diversity of participants. Students may be cast as characters of a different gender, and character genders may be changed where appropriate. There are no strict age restrictions for individual roles. The creative team will consider each student's strengths, preferences and suitability for the role. Lead roles will have solos and dialogue to memorise. Lead Roles & Featured Senior Ensemble - Participants will attend the full 10-day project from 21 September–2 October, plus all performances. Junior & Senior Ensemble - Participants will attend the first Monday and the second week of the project, plus performances. Production Fees - Lead Roles & Featured Senior Ensemble: $300 Production Fees - Senior & Junior Ensemble: $200 Fees cover production costs including scripts, backing tracks, costume pieces, some base costume elements that participants will keep after the production, and a show T-shirt. Students must bring their own lunch and snacks each day and will likely need to provide their own performance shoes. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Nemo - A curious young clownfish born with a "lucky fin", who brims with wonder and eagerness for adventure. Marlin - Nemo's anxious and overprotective father, who prefers the safety of his anemone to the unknowns of the open ocean. Dory - An optimistic, bubbly and sociable blue tang who experiences frequent short-term memory loss. Junior Ensemble | Prep–Grade 4. The Junior Ensemble participates in group singing, dancing and scenes as: Reef Kids Moonfish Turtle Kids Gulls Supporting roles cast from the Junior Ensemble: Pearl - An excitable and friendly flapjack octopus. Sheldon - An H₂O-intolerant seahorse with an appetite for trouble. Squirt - The fearless, buoyant offspring of Crush the turtle. Tad - A self-admittedly obnoxious butterflyfish. Senior Ensemble | Grades 5–12. The Senior Ensemble participates in group singing, dancing and scenes as: Assorted Fish Sharks Jellyfish Turtles Gulls Supporting Senior Ensemble Roles – Solo Singing Bubbles - A friendly yellow tang who is captivated by bubbles and exclusively uses the word "bubbles" to communicate. Bloat - An open-minded and supportive blowfish who is proud to be part of the Tank Gang. Gurgle - A nervous royal gramma fish who enjoys the regulated cleanliness of the aquarium tank. Peach - A mature, down-to-earth starfish who offers guidance and reassurance to all. Gill - A relentless and inspiring leader with a set of battle scars and a torn fin who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. Professor Ray - Nemo's enthusiastic, encyclopaedic stingray teacher. Bruce - The intimidating ringleader of the sharks who is dedicated to adopting a vegetarian diet. Anchor & Chum - Two of Bruce's loyal shark cronies. Crush - A laid-back, 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose. Supporting Senior Ensemble Roles – Acting Coral - Nemo's brave mother and Marlin's wife. Nigel - A friendly, sharp-eyed pelican who is proud to know all the local happenings of Sydney Harbour. Reef Kids' Parents - Supporting acting roles within the ensemble.