BE A PART OF THE ACTION!​
of Redlands Theatre Festival
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS!!
REDLANDS THEATRE FESTIVAL 2026 COMPANY
Come be a part of the 54th RTF Season
APPOINTMENTS ARE ENCOURAGED
WHAT:
Creating a diverse repertory company of performers, musicians, technicians, designers, and front-of-house staff that will collaborate to produce one musical, one play with music, three plays, and a New Works Collection to be performed during the summer of 2026 at the Redlands Theatre Festival in Prospect Park. Casting over 50 speaking roles, plus ensemble roles for the following productions:
WHO IS RTF:​
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We are a public charitable repertory theatrical organization that makes available to the general public the luxury of great drama, as well as new works, well produced, and modestly priced.
The Redlands Theatre Festival was founded in 1972 by Cliff Cabanilla, a native of Hawaii, as an extension of the Crafton Hills College theatre program and summer school. RTF continues to be a non-profit, resident, rotating-repertory theatre company. RTF has performed for over three-quarters of a million people
A typical season includes a large-scale Broadway musical, a smaller-scale Off-Broadway musical, a period piece or American classic (Shakespeare, Molière, et al.), a contemporary play (usually a comedy), and a wild card (experimental, avant-garde, or new works). Occasionally, special events may be included in the season: concerts, invited guests and groups, etc.
RTF runs every night, Tuesday-Sunday, during its summer season. A different show plays each evening as the shows randomly rotate. See something different every night of the week!
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AUDITION INFORMATION:
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WHEN:
General audition for a place in the Company - February 23 and 24, 2026 from 6:30pm to 10pm at the Prospect Park Carriage House in Redlands (near the RTF Theatre in the park). Callbacks will be on February 26 and 27, 2026, by invitation only.
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All performances will be held at the theater space located in Prospect Park, Redlands.
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CALLBACKS BY INVITATION:
Not receiving a callback does not mean you will not be invited to be a part of the Company. Callbacks and special arrangements will be by invitation. A company meeting for all who are cast will be in March, and rehearsals will start on April 20th with the shows rehearsing in rotation.​
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WHEN:
General auditions for a place in the RTF 2026 Company - February 23 and 24, 2026 from 6:30pm to 10pm at the Prospect Park Carriage House in Redlands (near the RTF Theatre in the park). Attendance at both nights of auditions is not necessary but may be beneficial.
(ALL PERFORMANCES will be held at the RTF theater space located in Prospect Park, Redlands.) CALLBACKS (BY INVITATION ONLY):
Callbacks will be on February 26 and 27, 2026, from 6:30pm to 10pm by invitation only. Not receiving a callback does not mean you will
not be invited to be a part of the Company. A company meeting for all who are cast will be in March, and rehearsals will start on April 20th with the shows rehearsing in rotation.
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WHO WE ARE:
The Redlands Theatre Festival (RTF) is a non-profit, semi-professional, resident theatre company featuring traditional rotating repertory at the Prospect Park Amphitheater. The 2026 season of performances runs most evenings, including weeknights, June 26 – August 1. Stipends are available for some positions.
HOW IT WORKS: AUDITIONS ARE FOR A PLACE IN THE RTF COMPANY
All five shows will be cast from those accepting a position in the Company. Company members will be expected to participate in up to three of the five productions as actors, musicians, front-of-house staff, and/or technicians. All Company members should be available for the entire production period (April 20-August 1, 2026).
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Company Meeting - (Date TBD-Required)​
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Rehearsals - Each show will rehearse in rotation about twice per week beginning April 20th. ​
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Rehearsal slots are: Mon-Fri 6:30pm | Sat 10am | Sat 6pm | Sun Noon | Sun 5:30pm​
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Company Picnic - in July (date TBD)​
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Shows - Shows rotate nightly for performances, including weeknights, beginning June 26 and running through August 1st​
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Final Strike - Immediately following the production on August 1 (Required)​
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Awards Banquet - A celebration! Sunday evening, August 2
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Even after being cast in the Company, you may be pulled into an additional role at a later date. Flexibility and a willingness to jump in is crucial.
WHAT TO PREPARE:
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Current headshot and resume.​
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16-32 bars from a song from THE DROWSY CHAPERONE or a musical of similar style. Please bring a track on your own device; bring your own speaker. No a capella or CDs, please. Please remove ads if using YouTube.​
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Wear appropriate shoes and clothing to dance. There will be a short dance combination.​
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A list of any hard-conflicts that may prevent you from attending any rehearsal, performance, or mandatory event. This includes weddings, graduations, travel, classes, work, etc. Each show only rehearses about 12-14 times. Excessive conflicts could prevent you from being cast in a show. Adding dates after the audition could cause you to be removed from a show.​
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You may perform a memorized 1-2 minute comedic monologue in the style of your choice that best shows your range. There will also be cold readings from the selected plays. Sides will be provided by request.
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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:
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We are looking to fill a number of technical and support positions like set design/building, costume design/building, props design/building, ushers, house managers, musicians, rehearsal/performance pianist.​
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We will also be taking applications at the auditions for our internship, apprentice, and volunteer programs. RTF is a 501(c)3 non-profit and qualifies for community service hours. ​
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Video submissions will be accepted until 11:00am on February 22, 2026. Email us at TheRTFAuditions@gmail.com for self-tape instructions.​
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Questions? Email us at TheRTFAuditions@gmail.com
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