Audition

The Bell Tower Theater is always looking for talented individuals for our productions. If you act, sing or play an instrument, let us know, and maybe next time we’ll see you on the stage. These are not volunteer positions; all performers at the Bell Tower Theater are paid. It’s not a lot of money, but we believe that artists should be compensated for their time and talent.
Check out this page for up-to-date information on auditions for upcoming shows.
Young Actors
Kids ages 7 to 18 can be involved in our youth programs.
For information on our youth theater classes for kids in Kindergarten through Sixth grades, check out Kids Take the Stage.
For participation in our summer musicals for kids for kids ages 7 to 18, check out our Free Summer Musical Program.
Adult Actors
We are always looking for new talent!
Bell Tower Theater still has a few parts in 2023 that have not yet been cast. If you are interested, call Donna at 563-588-337 or email her at info@belltowertheater.net.
Open auditions for our 2024 season will happen in September/October of 2023. Check back for more info.
Adult Singers and Musicians
We are always looking for new talent. We will hold private auditions for anyone interested. All of our auditions are one-on-one so you can choose a time that works for you.
Right now, are looking for two male vocalist/actors for The Kids Left. The Dog Died. Now What?. These performers need to be able to play 50+ years of age. To schedule an audition, call 563-588-3377 or email Miki Robinson at mrobinson@belltowertheater.net. Scroll down for more details on the show.
To set up a private audition, call 563-588-3377 or email at info@belltowertheater.net.
2023 Shows
The Kids Left. The Dog Died. Now What?
By Carole Caplan-Lonner
August 11 to 27, 2023
Director: Sue Riedel
Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: June, 2023
A comedic salute to those struggling with the effects of gravity on their bodies, of grandchildren on their self-images and of the dating scene on their egos. This laugh-out-loud musical follows the day-to-day concerns of the over-fifty “empty-nesters” crowd, where the ultimate goal is aging gracefully.
We will be casting 2 men and 2 women in the late 40s to late 60s range.
Performances Times:
Thursdays August 17, 24 7:30 pm
Fridays August 11, 18, 25 7:30 pm
Saturday August 26 2:00 pm
Saturdays August 12, 19 7:30 pm
Sundays August 13, 20, 27 2:00 pm
Weekend Comedy
By Sam Bobrick & Jeanne Bobrick
February 10 to 26, 2023
Director: Sue Riedel
Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: January 3, 2023
A three-day weekend, two couples and one double-booked cabin is the recipe for a hilarious predicament. Young couple Jill and Tony booked a romantic cottage. The happily married middle-aged Jacksons did too…the same cabin. After the couples decide to share, it’s a clash of generations. A comedy about aging, marriage and happiness, it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Roles:
Frank, male, early 50s, married to Peggy (these two are a typical older married couple)
Peggy, female, early 50s, married to Frank (these two are a typical older married couple)
Tony, male, mid 20s, handsome (and knows it), wealthy and stylish
Jill, female, mid 20s, attractive and stylish
Performances Times:
Thursdays February 16, 23 7:30 pm
Fridays February 10, 17, 24 7:30 pm
Saturday February 25 2:00 pm
Saturdays February 11, 18 7:30 pm
Sundays February 12, 19, 26 2:00 pm
Ken Ludwig’s A Fox on the Fairway
April 21 to May 7, 2023
Director: Michelle Blanchard
Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: March 12, 2023
When two rival country clubs get involved in the golf tournament of the decade, things go from bad to worse! Enjoy the fun as these zany characters do whatever it takes to save face, win their bets and get their love lives in order.
Roles:
Justin, male, mid-late 20s, eager to please, endearingly innocent
Louise, female, mid 20s, a little flighty but studious, wears her heart on her sleeve
Henry Bingham, male, 40s-60s, witty and cynical country club director
Pamela, female, 40s-60s, sophisticated and racy
Dickie Bell, male, 40s-60s, obnoxious but good natured country club director
Muriel Bingham, female, 40s-60s, a force of nature with a hidden flirty side
Performances Times:
Thursdays April 27, May 4 7:30 pm
Fridays April 21, 28, May 5 7:30 pm
Saturday May 6 2:00 pm
Saturdays April 22, 29 7:30 pm
Sundays April 23, 30, May 7 2:00 pm
Drinking Habits 2: Caught in the Act
By Tom Smith
October 13 to 29, 2023
Director: Sue Riedel
Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: September 5, 2023
The Sisters of Perpetual Sewing pine for the excitement of the past when their secret wine making was saving the convent and bringing lost loves back together. When they discover that the local orphanage is in peril of closing, they resolve to act. Everyone pitches in to mount a play to raise money and hilarious hijinks ensue. Anything that can go wrong does. Can the sisters save the day again?
Roles:
Sr. Philamena, female, 20s-60s, dutiful nun
Sr. Augusta, female, 20s-60s, dutiful nun
Mother Superior, female, 50s-60s, forceful and in-charge. Also an aspiring actress.
George, male, 20s-30s, handyman, kind & helpful
Paul, male, mid 20s-mid 30s, nervous, recently left at the alter, studying to take over as pastor
Father Chenille, male, 50s-60s, retiring pastor who loves to do magic tricks
Sally, female, mid 20s-mid 30s, smart, newspaper editor, left Paul at the alter
Kate, female, 20s-30s, sweet, pregnant, married to George
Performances Times:
Thursdays October 19, 26 7:30 pm
Fridays October 13, 20, 27 7:30 pm
Saturday October 28 2:00 pm
Saturdays October 14, 21 7:30 pm
Sundays October 15, 22, 29 2:00 pm
A Doublewide, Texas Christmas
by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope & Jamie Wooten
December 1 to 17, 2023
Director: Sue Riedel
Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: October 23, 2023
Somewhere in the Texas heartland, lies the brand new town of Doublewide – Population, 10. It’s Christmas time, and it’s beginning to look a lot like trouble. Doublewide is being double crossed by the county and might lose their status as a town. Maybe if they win the countywide “Battle of The Mangers,” their Christmas will be saved.
Roles:
Big Ethel Atterwhite, female, 60s, gruff no-nonsense
Georgia Dean Rudd, female, 40s-50s, gregarious ball of fire, owns the diner
Lark Barken, female, 20s, sweet, naïve, young mother
Norwayne “Baby” Crumpler, male, 40s-50s, large man, good ole boy
Haywood Sloggett, male 70s, grumpy old man
Jovetta Crumpler, female, 40s-50s, driven and overworked mayor of Doublewide
Caprice Crumpler, female, 70s, gaudy, loud, aspiring actress
Patsy Price, female, 60s-70s, snob
Nash Sloggett, 40s-50s, handsome, used to date Georgia Dean
Performances Times:
Thursdays Dec 7, 14 7:30 pm
Fridays Dec 1, 8, 15 7:30 pm
Saturday Dec 16 2:00 pm
Saturdays Dec 2, 9 7:30 pm
Sundays Dec 3, 10, 17 2:00 pm