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 adult 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 Eighth 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!
2026 Shows
Bell Tower Theater 2026 Audition Information
Open auditions are complete but not all roles are cast yet.
Actors wishing to audition should call the Bell Tower Theater at 563-588-3377 to make arrangements.
Audition Forms: All auditioners are asked to complete an audition form. The form can be accessed below and can be filled out ahead of time. Forms will also be available at the auditions.
Age Range: Please note the ages listed below are the age of the characters not necessarily the age of actors.
Audition Monologues: Each auditioner is asked to prepare a 1-2 minute comedic monologue. A sample is posted below, but auditioners are free to prepare any comedic monologue of their choice.
***Auditioners may be asked to do a cold read or improv exercise as well.
Callbacks: Since these shows cover most of 2026, callbacks are not yet scheduled. If callbacks are needed, auditioners will be contacted to schedule a time.
Rehearsals: The Bell Tower Theater typically rehearses Sunday afternoons and Monday-Thursday evenings but no dates or times are set in stone. Final rehearsal schedules will be determined in part by the availability of cast members. See each show below for anticipated rehearsal start dates.
Performances: See the listing below for details on dates. Performer call time is typically 90 minutes prior to the start of the performance.
Payment: All Bell Tower Theater actors are paid. For 2026 the stipend is $40 per performance. All of these shows have 11 performances so the stipend will be $440.
2026 Shows
Roommates By Joe Simonelli April 10 to 26, 2026
Director: Jenna Jensen Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: March 2, 2026
Love…Or Best Offer By Phil Olson August 14 to 30, 2026
Director: Sue Riedel Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: July 1, 2026
This show is cast.
The 39 Steps By Patrick Barlow, John Buchan and Alfred Hitchcock October 9 to 25, 2026
Director: Michelle Blanchard Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: August 31, 2026
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you get this fall-down funny thriller. It’s 150 zany characters, an onstage plane crash and some good old-fashioned romance! All brought to gleeful life by four incredible actors. This Tony Award—winner will have you in stitches.
Roles:
Richard Hannay, male presenting, 30s-40s, typical noir leading man
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret, female presenting, 20s-30s, noir femme fatale plus other roles
Clown 1, any gender, 20s to 50s, plays multiple varied roles
Clown 2, any gender, 20s to 50s, plays multiple varied roles
Performances Times
Thursdays October 15, 22 7:30 pm
Fridays October 9, 16, 23 7:30 pm
Saturday October 24 2:00 pm
Saturdays October 10, 17 7:30 pm
Sundays October 11, 18, 25 2:00 pm
The Night Before the Night Before Christmas By Cricket Daniels December 4 to 20, 2026
Director: Sue Riedel Anticipated Rehearsal Start Date: October 26, 2026
Lou has wrestled with a big ball of tangled Christmas lights for the last time! He and his wife are hopping on the Pineapple Express to Hawaii to escape the freezing cold, his nutty family, and most of all, the holidays. When a freak snowstorm leaves them stranded in the airport, will a couple of unexpected characters help restore Lou’s Christmas Spirit?
Roles:
Lou, male presenting, 50s-60s, husband and father who is losing his Christmas spirit. (It would be helpful if this actor can carry a tune)
Carol, female presenting, 50s-60s, Lou’s fun-loving wife
Pia, female presenting, 30s, Lou & Carol’s daughter, quick witted and sharp tongued
Mona, female presenting, 50s-60s, Lou’s kooky younger sister
Rudy, male presenting, 20s-50s, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer/Festive Airline Gate Attendant (this actor will have to sing a capella a bit)
Nick, male presenting, 50s-70s, Santa/airport bartender
Performances Times
Thursdays December 10, 17 7:30 pm
Fridays December 4, 11, 18 7:30 pm
Saturday December 19 2:00 pm
Saturdays December 5, 12 7:30 pm
Sundays December 6, 13, 20 2:00 pm
Adult Singers and Musicians
We are always looking for new talent, but we do not have any adult musicals scheduled through 2026. Once we have a musical scheduled, 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.
To set up a private audition, call 563-588-3377 or email at info@belltowertheater.net.