SUMMER STOCK AUSTIN 2025

ABOUT SUMMER STOCK

An award-winning program where high school and college artists collaborate with theatre professionals to create unforgettable productions, training the next generation of artists, technicians, and leaders while building lifelong relationships and pathways to success in the arts.

JUST ANNOUNCED! LIVE AUDITIONS!

January 3rd at Greater Austin Dance Academy

January 4th at Balance Dance Studios

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Beginner’s Audition

    12:00pm - 1:00pm | Regular Audition Timeslots*

    1:30pm-3:00pm | DANCE CALL**

    4:00pm - 7:00pm | Regular Audition Timeslots*

    * 7-minute timeslots available

    ** All Auditioners must attend a Dance Call

  • A two hour timeslot for auditioners who do not have materials prepped. We will teach audition material and you will perform at the end of your two hour block. You must attend a regular dance call.

  • Step 1: Go to the application.

    Step 2: Walk through the entire application and confirm you have availability for a live audition timeslot.

    Step 3: Fill out the entire online application at the bottom on this page.

    Step 4: See you there!

    Remember! You can still sumbit virtually even if you can’t make it to the live auditions!

ROUND 1

Auditions & Applications Open November 4th - Janurary 10th

Performers: Round 1 submissions help us decide our season. Here are some show titles we are currently considering

*All subject to change

• Rent

• Mary Poppins

• Xanadu

• Jesus Christ Superstar

• Seussical

• Hello Dolly!

• Hairspray

• West Side Story

• Anastasia

• 42nd Street

• Aida

• Little Shop of Horrors

APPLICATION/AUDITION RESOURCES

COLLEGE & HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE & HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE AGED ONLY

We are actively seeking people from all backgrounds, including but not limited to: people of all races, ethnicities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, disabilities, religions, cultures, national origins, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

2025 Schedule

*All subject to change

JUNE

Some Internships may have virtual work beginning in June

  • June 2: Full Company Zoom & Costume Shop starts working

  • June 16: Scenic Build Begin at TPA Shop

  • June 16 - 23: Rehearsal and Filming of Original Movie Musical

  • June 17 - 20: Rehearsal for Annual Sneak Peek and Costume Measurements & Fittings (not mandatory)

  • June 19 - 27: Stage Manager Training and Prep Week

  • June 28: Begin Rehearsals for Live Shows

JULY

  • July 18: Sneak Peek Performance - Full Company

  • July 21: Begin Tech 

  • July 25: Opening of Show #1

AUGUST

  • August 2: Opening of Show #2 

  • August 10: Close Season

  • August 11: Strike - Full Company

TYPICAL HOURS

LIVE SHOW REHEARSALS

We rehearse multiple shows simultaneously, One rehearses in a morning/afternoon block 10:30a-5:30p and the other in the afternoon/evening 3p-10p

ARTS ADMIN INTERNS

Variable based on needs. Some work will be virtual.

COSTUME & SCENIC SHOPS

Weekdays 9 am-5 pm

FILM SHOOT

Variable based on Location/Shoot needs; Typically a 6 hr day, You may not be called every day of shooting

ON-SITE SHOPS

If you are assigned to an onsite shop, you will either be called 10:30-5:30 or 3p-10p

FAQ’S

  • High School and College Age Students

  • NOW! Round One closes January 10th.

  • Performers: Musical Theatre & Film (High School & College-Aged)

    Tech Crew: Film and Stage - Costumes, Props, Lighting, Audio, Scenic & Stage Management (High School & College-Aged)

    College Interns: Production, Arts Administration, Management, Costumes, Props, Lighting, Audio, Music, Choreography, and Scenic

  • • Professional-level productions

    • A fast-paced, high-energy process

    • An expanded community of support

    • A profound educational experience

    • A fun and rewarding summer

  • College-aged students may apply for internships in production, arts administration, and management positions. Click here for a description of positions.