Auditions
Stewartstown Summer Theatre maintains a no-cut policy for its shows. Auditions are used to gain information about each youth’s acting, singing, and dancing ability and to cast them using their strengths.
Auditions are held at the Stewartstown United Methodist Church, 26 South Main Street, Stewartstown, PA. We are committed to the safety of all who participate in summer theatre.
Steps To Be Involved
Step 1
Sign Up
Step 2
Prepare
Step 3
Audition
Step 4
Call Back
Step 5
Production Team
Reviews
Step 6
Parts Are Posted
Actors
There are six audition sessions from which to choose. You must register for a session time by clicking on the link and following instructions. If you are not able to attend any of these six audition sessions, please let us know by email. A photograph of you, which will be used in the musical program, will be taken at the audition.
2026 Audition Times
SATURDAY, MAY 16
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9:00 am – 10:00 am
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10:15 am – 11:15 am
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11:30 am – 12:30 pm
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1:15 pm – 2:15 pm
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2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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3:45 pm – 4:45 pm
Please note: there is no “best” audition time – there is no benefit to choosing a particular session. Please chose the session that best fits your schedule.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to complete the registration process and plan to stay the entire session.
What To Bring & How To Prepare
Make sure you sign up for an audition time before you come.
Complete your summer vacation/work/camp schedule filled out as complete as possible
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If you desire a speaking part:
Selected readings will be made available via a shared link from the registration email in May
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If you desire a singing part:
You will be asked to perform a song from the musical. The music which will be asked to be performed, will be released at a
later date. Please stay tuned for more information.​
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If you desire a dancing part:
All youth will be asked to learn simple choreography. This will be taught during the audition session. Please wear comfortable shoes for dancing.
Covenant
Both youth and parents must read and fill out the covenant prior to the youth being cast.
If parents have questions they may be addressed at the Parent Sessions or by contacting the Admin Team
CONTACT THE ADMIN TEAM
717.746.6216
stewartstownsummertheatre@gmail.com
Other Important Information
Callbacks
The production staff reserves the right to call back youth for further auditions. Callbacks will be on Sunday, May 17 in the afternoon. If we wish for you to return for a callback, we will notify you by phone.
After Auditions
Youth and parents are asked to review and sign a covenant defining our relationship for the summer. The covenant must be signed and returned by Wednesday, May 20 in order to be cast for the show.
The covenant also includes a $30 fee that covers the cost of all snacks, cast/crew meals, and the musical party (For families with more than one child, the fee is $25/child).
Registration fee may be by cash, check or PayPal to churchadmin@stewartstownumc.org
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After receipt of all covenants, the cast list will be posted on the website.
Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsals Begin Tuesday, May 26
They are Mondays through Thursdays, starting at 6:00 pm & Sundays, 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm.
Not everyone will be needed every evening. Full schedules will be posted on the rehearsal page and in the bulletin board outside Fellowship Hall.
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First full cast rehearsal is Sunday May 31 from 2:30 pm-6:00 pm.
Cast must be available from July 19 – August 9.
This is mandatory for final run throughs, dress rehearsals, performances, and set strike.
Cast members are allowed a maximum of 10 absences. If you know you will miss more than that, consider Stage Crew, Tech Crew or other areas where we need assistance.
Will You Know Anyone?
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We have been very fortunate to have students from school districts all over the area. They include:
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Bel Air High School
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C. Milton Wright High School
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Eastern York High School
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Fallston High School
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Hereford High School
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Archbishop John Carroll High School
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Kennard-Dale High School
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Red Lion High School
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Spring Grove High School
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Steelton-Highspire High School
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Suburban High School
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Susquehannock High School
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West York High School
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York Catholic High School
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York Tech High School
Parents
Information sessions will be held at the beginning of each audition session to explain how Stewartstown Summer Theatre is conducted, to review our expectations of youth parents and staff, and to answer any questions. On Sunday May 31, after rehearsal, we will hold a demonstration on navigating the website—calendar, absence form, service hour signup and shared folder with video, announcements and schedules. Please feel free to email or call if you have questions.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES TO BE INVOLVED
Costume Construction
(May – August)
Hair & Makeup
(Dress Rehearsals & Performances)
Office Help
(May – July)
Set Painting
(June & July)
Set Construction
(June & July)
Set Pieces
(Flexible Schedule)
Patron Ads
(May – June)
Props Locating and Construction
(June – July)
Publicity
(May – July)
Tickets
(July – August)
Ushers
(Performances)
Parents Contact The Admin Team If You Like To Be Involved
717.746.6216
stewartstownsummertheatre@gmail.com
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Contact Us
Phone: (717) 993-2507
Address: 26 S Main St, Stewartstown, PA, 17363
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© Stewartstown United Methodist Church 2026​