MAC Theatre Auditions
2026 Winter Musical: ANYTHING GOES
2026 UIL One-Act Play: THE SHAPE OF THE GRAVE
Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter
Original Book by P.G. Wodehouse & Guy Bolton
and Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse
New Book by Timothy Crouse & John Weidman
Important Show & Audition Information
Performance Dates: February 19 - 22 & February 26 - March 1, 2026
Rehearsals Begin: December 9, 2025
Due to our tight production timeline and the sheer amount of material to learn for this show, our rehearsal schedule will require a strong time commitment beginning December 9, 2025 which will likely include up to six rehearsals per week for most actors- excluding Winter Break.
Vocal Auditions- Tuesday November 18, 2025 from 5pm-8pm in the Fine Arts Building Theatre
Dance Call- Sunday November 30, 2025 from 2pm-5pm in the Dance Arts Building
Audition Requirements
Actors that wish to be considered for a role in the show must attend both the live vocal auditions and the dance call. If you are unable to attend one or both calls will need to follow the alternate audition requirements outlined below for each call.
All auditioners must fill out the Audition Google Form AND Sign-Up Genius form to reserve an audition time. Both forms will be posted on the MacTheatre website on or before Tuesday November 11, 2025. We will notify you when these forms are up and available to fill out. If you show up the day of the audition without an audition slot, we will attempt to fit you in. However, understand that priority will be given for actors with a reserved time slot and there’s no guarantee that you will be seen.
Anything Goes: Vocal Auditions
When- Tuesday November 18, 2025
Time- 5pm-8pm
Location- Fine Arts Building Theatre
Character Breakdown (Click To View)
Song Requirements- For the live in-person auditions, actors will present one song from a preselected list of music from the show. The preselected songs are sorted by character and you may perform only one song from this list. Digital sheet music and accompaniment tracks will be provided. Anything Goes Preselected Audition Songs
Optional Video Submission: In addition to performing a song from the preselected list in-person, you have the option to also submit a video of you performing one additional song either from the preselected list or a song of your choice in the style of the show. If you submit a song that is not from the preselected list, it must be less than 1 minute or 32-bars in length. Video submissions are not required unlike the live auditions which are. Video Submissions are due no later than 11:59pm on Saturday November 29, 2025. Submit your optional video audition here: Anything Goes Optional Video Submissions
Please be at the live in-person auditions if at all humanly possible! We really want to hear and see your talents performed live. However, if you are unable to attend, email Mr. Carrasco directly at robert.carrasco@austinisd.org and he will provide you with alternate audition instructions.
Anything Goes: Dance Call
The dance call for Anything Goes will be held on Sunday Nov 30, 2025 from 2:00-5:00pm.
We are seeking strong dancers for this show! Please be prepared to dance theatre jazz in character shoes. If you do not own character shoes, you can wear jazz shoes, ballet shoes, or socks.
There will also be a separate tap combination taught at the audition which will be optional. You may be released early, but plan to be there the whole time.
Please make every effort to attend the dance call in person. If you are unable to attend due to holiday travel, please reach out to Ms. Nat directly at natalie.uehara@austinisd.org prior to Nov 18th.
Anything Goes: Callback Auditions
Callbacks will be by appointment with Mr. Carrasco (small group or individual) and consist of cold-reading excerpts from the show. Callbacks may include additional singing or vocal work as needed.
Vocal & Acting Callbacks will occur during the Texas State Thespian Festival and during the school week of December 1-5.
All callback materials will be provided by Mr. Carrasco.
Casting will be announced on or before Friday December 5, 2025!
AUDITION PROCESS
Complete Audition Interest Form – carefully listing all conflicts.
Sign up for an audition time.
Familiarize yourself with the story, characters, and music
Come to your audition prepared to sing, dance, and act.
Wear clothing you are comfortable moving in.
Have fun!
How Do Our Auditions Work?
It is perfectly normal to have lots of questions before an audition. Whether you are a seasoned performer or it is your first time auditioning for a show, you might feel nervous and that's A-Okay! We have compiled some resources to help answer your questions about auditioning so you feel ready to go when you walk in the door.
2026 UIL ONE-ACT PLAY:
THE SHAPE OF THE GRAVE
by Laura Lundgren Smith
Audition Dates: Monologue Videos due November 16; Callbacks November 18
1st Company Meeting: December 17. Rehearsals begin January 7th, 2026.
UIL OAP District Contest: March 2-3**
** Auditioners should understand that, depending on how a show advances, the UIL OAP contest season can run into May. It is potentially a long-term commitment, so students need to be prepared for that.
Auditioners will submit a video submission of 1-2 of the provided character monologues in the Audition Packet.
Video Submissions are due by Noon on Sunday, November 16th.
Callbacks will be by invitation only on Tuesday, November 18th from 5-8PM in the FABT.
Please click here to view:
the Audition Packet!
This includes:
a synopsis of the play,
a list of characters,
a list of key themes and ideas,
Audition Information — including audition instructions and character monologues for your video auditions.