Auditions
August 20 – 24
You must be 18 or older to audition. At this time we are only seeking Kansas City local hires. For auditions, please prepare a short selection of a song you absolutely love to sing. To request an audition time, click the link below. If you have additional questions, please email casting@mthkc.com.
Full casting breakdown and available roles listed below.
Youth Sumbmissions
There are no scheduled audition dates for kids at this time. If you are a youth performer interested in MATILDA please fill out the YOUTH form, by clicking the link below. There may be some invited auditions in early spring of 2026, sourced from this audition form. Kids who have experience singing and dancing are encouraged to submit. MATILDA is the only show in our season that we will be seeking to cast kids.
MTH Season Auditions
2026 Auditions: August 20-24
Music Theater Heritage is a fully professional, Union theater. We commonly collaborate with artists affiliated with Actors Equity Association, United Scenic Artists, and Stage Directors and Choreographers Society.
General Information
As a union theater we are required to hold general auditions once per year. When auditioning for MTH, be sure to sing something that you absolutely love and also bring along your music book with additional selections, as well. Come to share and have fun. No need to stress, we’re a collaborative bunch!
Pay at MTH
As a fully professional and union theater, all artists are paid at MTH. We believe in pay equity and so we strive to keep our pay equitable, regardless of union status and affiliation. Our Union pay scale is at the SPT 5 rate.
2026 Productions
THE FANTASTICKS
Directed by Emily Shackelford
Music directed by Ty Tuttle
First rehearsal: January 24
Opens: February 5th
Closes: February 22nd
ROLES AVAILABLE
Louisa
Matt
El Gallo
The Mute
Hucklebee
Bellomy
Henry
Mortimer
MOBY DICK: a sea shanty
Directed by Tim Scott
Music directed by Fritz Hutchison
First rehearsal: March 7th
Opens: March 26th
Closes: April 19th
ROLES AVAILABLE
Ahab
Ishmael
Starbuck
Stubb
Flask
Q
Ash
Flint
Doughboy
BRIGADOON
Directed by Tim Scott
Music directed by Ty Tuttle
First rehearsal: April 24th
Opens: May 7th
Closes: May 10th
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Tommy Albright – CAST
Fiona MacLaren
Jeff Douglas
Meg Brockie
Charlie Dalrymple
Mr Lundie/Ensemble
Harry Beaton/Ensemble
Jeanie MacLaren/Ensemble
Andrew MacLaren/Ensemble
Archie Beaton/Ensemble
Female Ensemble
Male Ensemble
THE WIZ
Directed & Choreographed by Emily Shackelford and Marc Wayne
Music directed by Desmond Mason
First rehearsal: May 23rd
Opens: June 11th
Closes: June 26th
ROLES AVAILABLE
DOROTHY – CAST
SCARECROW
TIN MAN
LION – CAST
THE WIZ / UNCLE HENRY / ENSEMBLE
AUNT EM / GLINDA / ENSEMBLE
ADDAPERLE / ENSEMBLE
EVILLENE / ENSEMBLE
ENSEMBLE
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
Directed by TBA
Choreogrpahy by TBA
Music directed by Ty Tuttle
First rehearsal: August 1st
Opens: August 20th
Closes: Septemebr 13th
ROLES AVAILABLE
JESUS – CAST
JUDAS
MARY MAGDALENE/ENSEMBLE – CAST
PILATE/ENSEMBLE
KING HEROD/ENSEMBLE
PETER/ENSEMBLE
SIMON/ENSEMBLE
CAIAPHAS/ENSEMBLE
ANNAS/ENSEMBLE
MALE ENSEMBLE
FEMALE ENSEMBLE
BAT BOY, THE MUSICAL
Directed by TBA
Music directed by Ty Tuttle
First rehearsal: September 19th
Opens: October 8th
Closes: Novemebr 1st
ROLES AVAILABLE
EDGAR (Bat Boy)
SHELLY PARKER
MEREDITH PARKER
DR. THOMAS PARKER
RICK TAYLOR / PAN / ENSEMBLE
RON TAYLOR / BUD / LORRAINE / ENSEMBLE
MRS. TAYLOR / MAGGIE / CLEM / ENSEMBLE
REVEREND BILLY HIGHTOWER / MR. DILLON / SHERIFF / ENSEMBLE
RUTHIE TAYLOR / NED / DAISY / ROY / ENSEMBLE
MATILDA, THE MUSICAL
Directed by TBA
Music directed by Ty Tuttle
First rehearsal: November 1st
Opens: November 12
Closes: November 15th
ROLES AVAILABLE:
MR. WORMWOOD
MRS. WORMWOOD
TRUNCHBULL
MATILDA WORMWOOD
MISS HONEY
MICHAEL WORMWOOD
BRUCE
LAVENDER
ENSEMBLE
Be a part of the experience
Our spaces are open and welcoming to ALL Artists. If you love music, theater, and amazing experiences ~ be a part of it at Music Theater Heritage.
Frequently asked questions?
We’d love to hear from you. Email your audition questions by clicking the link below.
Who can audition?
Actors, singers, and dancers of all ethnicities ages 18 and older.
How do I get to Music Theater Heritage?
We’re located at 2450 Grand Blvd, Suite 301 Kansas City, MO 64108. Use the link below for directions.
What transportation options are available?
Free public transportation such as the KC Streetcar and KC Metro have stops right at Crown Center.