Des Moines Community Playhouse

Auditions for Singin' in the Rain.

Monday, Jan. 24, 2022, at The Des Moines Playhouse

All auditions are open to the public. A portion of the cast from the canceled 2019-20 season production of Singin’ in the Rain will be returning to their roles.

Available Roles + Show Details

6 male-identifying characters, ages 16 and up

6 female-identifying characters, ages 16 and up

Ensemble any gender, ages 16 and up

The Playhouse encourages performers of any race, ethnicity, gender, age, or other personal differentiations to audition for its plays. Where specific casting demands are not indicated by the playwright, any performer is encouraged to audition for any role.

Those auditioning must bring a prepared solo; an accompanist will be provided as well as the ability to play an accompaniment track from an iPhone or similar device.

The Playhouse uses Casting Manager. See website for full audition details and sides and to sign up for an audition.

Performances: Mar. 25-Apr. 10, 2022, in the John Viars Theatre

Director/Choreographer: Erin Horst

Music Director: Brenton Brown

About Singin' in the Rain

Hollywood, California, 1927. Silent movies are becoming a thing of the past and "talkies" are all the rage. Audiences expect beautiful actresses have voices to match, so when Monumental Studios' biggest star, Lina Lamont, is found lacking vocally, something must be done. With timeless music and dancing – and a song guaranteed to "make 'em laugh" – audiences will have that glorious feeling akin to singing in the rain.

About The Playhouse

The Playhouse vision, as Iowa's largest producing theatre, is to be a vital part of a collaborative, energized, and engaged community that values art in its culture, particularly because of the contributions of high-quality avocational, educational, and entertaining theatre experiences. Located at the 42nd Street exit of I-235, the theatre has presented a full season of shows since 1919 and also offers a wide variety of educational experiences including classes for ages 4 to adult, theatre trips to New York, and volunteer opportunities onstage and backstage.

Learn more

For up-to-date audition information and general guidelines, visit the Playhouse website or contact Katy Merriman or Robin Spahr at 515.974.5365.