Indianapolis Auditions: Opportunities for Actors in 2026
Indianapolis continues to serve as a vibrant hub for performing arts, offering a range of audition opportunities for actors of all experience levels. From regional theatre productions to touring musicals, the city’s cultural landscape supports both equity and non-equity performers seeking roles in plays, musicals, and other theatrical projects.
One of the most prominent opportunities comes from the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT), which holds its general auditions each spring for the upcoming season. For the 2026–2027 season, IRT will conduct local auditions in Indianapolis on April 12th (non-equity only) and April 13th (equity and non-equity). Actors interested in participating must sign up via the theatre’s Audition Sign Up Form. As noted on their site, if the form is not accepting submissions, all time slots are full, and individuals can email casting@irtlive.com to be added to the waitlist.
IRT advises auditioners to prepare either two contrasting monologues or one monologue and a song, with material totaling approximately two minutes (or one minute each). Submissions should be sent through the theatre’s Casting Submissions Form. IRT will hold another Equity Principal Audition session in New York City on May 4th at the Equity Building. Youth auditions for performers under 18 are scheduled for late summer, with further details available through the theatre’s casting office.
Beyond IRT, actors can explore additional casting calls through platforms like Backstage, which lists over 80 current auditions, acting jobs, and casting opportunities in the Indianapolis area. Similarly, AllCasting features active casting calls in the region, including opportunities for promotional models, musical theatre performers, and film projects.
Recent listings on AllCasting include auditions for productions such as “Tuck Everlasting” the musical (seeking local talent only), “Seussical” the musical, and various non-union film projects offering credit, meals, and reel material. These opportunities span nearby cities like Hamilton, OH, and Cincinnati, OH, reflecting the regional nature of casting networks serving central Indiana.
Whether pursuing equity roles through established institutions like IRT or exploring independent and regional projects via online casting platforms, actors in Indianapolis have access to a diverse array of opportunities in 2026. Staying informed through official theatre websites and trusted casting networks remains essential for securing auditions and advancing one’s performance career.
Key Takeaways
- The Indiana Repertory Theatre’s general auditions for the 2026–2027 season are scheduled for April 12 (non-equity) and April 13 (equity and non-equity) in Indianapolis.
- Actors must submit materials via IRT’s Audition Sign Up Form; waitlist requests can be sent to casting@irtlive.com if slots are full.
- Backstage and AllCasting list numerous current auditions in Indianapolis and surrounding areas, including musicals, films, and promotional work.
- Youth auditions (under 18) at IRT will be held in late summer 2026.
- An additional Equity Principal Audition session will occur in New York City on May 4, 2026.