Auditions and Special Events
Come audition where theatre begins.
- published: 2020/08/10
Upcoming Audition Opportunities
UNO Theatre is committed to building community and keeping our art form alive during these challenging times. All productions will involve both UNO students and others from greater metropolitan Omaha.
We have delivered performances in the past using different platforms including video, streaming video on demand etc. Check out the below opportunities. Theatre begins at UNO.
WHEN?
Sunday, August 22, 2021 | 6:30-9pm
Monday, August 23, 2021 | 6-8pm
WHERE?
Weber Fine Arts Room 006
Dodge Campus, 6505 University Drive South
WHO?
Any student, staff, faculty, or community member may audition.
IMPORTANT AUDITION DOCUMENTS
FILL OUT A TECHNICAL INFORMATION FORM
LIVE AUDITION & VIDEO AUDITION TUTORIAL
OUR FALL 2021 SHOWS
She Kills Monsters
by Qui Nguyen
Director: Denise Chapman
Performances: Oct 7-10, Oct 14-17
A dramatic comedy set in the world of fantasy role-playing games, Agnes embarks on an adventure rich with elves, ogres, and homicidal fairies, while trying to understand the sister she didn’t really know. Adventure starts at home, but what do we learn along the way?
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
by Simon Stephens
Director: D. Scott Glasser
Performances: Nov 18-21, Dec 2-5
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain, but everyday life is challenging. When the neighbor’s dog turns up dead, and he’s suspected, Christopher embarks on an adventure to solve the mystery that takes him beyond his familiar street and overturns his world as well as ours.
QUESTIONS?
For more information on preparing for auditions, or being on a technical crew, contact:
Theatre Dept. 402-554-2406
D. Scott Glasser sglasser@unomaha.edu
YOU ARE INVITED
Theatre Rally
Sunday, August 22 | 4-5:30pm
Weber Fine Arts Building, Black Box Theatre
6505 University Drive South
Special Events and Guests to the School of the Arts
With over 250 years of combined professional experience, UNO Theatre’s faculty has an extensive network of connections that helps us bring special events and distinguished guests to campus. Here are some examples.
Theatre for Adults on the Spectrum
UNO Theatre/Why Arts/UNO Transitions
Kevin L. Beggs, CEO, Lionsgate TV
“The Past, Present, and Future of American Television”
Ross Partridge, Actor, Director, Screenwriter
Career Chat, “Being an Entrepreneur”
Jimmy Smagula, Thernardier, National Tour, Les Miz
Musical Theatre Masterclass
Q Smith, Broadway Musical Theatre actor
Musical Theatre Workshop
Michael Stuhlbarg, Oscar-nominated Actor,
Call Me By Your Name, A Serious Man, The Shape of Water, and more.
Career Q & A, Co-sponsored with Film Streams
Others not pictured:
- Michael Donald Edwards, Artistic Director, Asolo Rep
- John Gruber , Stage Manager, Cirque du Soliel
- Matt Gutschick, Artistic Director, Rose Theatre
- Bill Kirby, Professional Sound Designer
- Chris Moore, Oscar-nominated Film Producer
- Susan Blair Ross, Broadway Actress, Cinderella, Side Show, My Fair Lady
- Second City Improv All-Stars