2027 Summer Season
Location: Fenelon Falls, Ontario
Auditions
Audition Information & Submission Instructions
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Please submit: Headshot and Résumé If you would prefer to send in a self-tape, please include a video with submission containing: - One short traditional musical theatre song - One short pop song that demonstrates your range and personality - One short comedic monologue - Shakespeare is encouraged! - If available provide a dance sample. Please send submissions to: [email protected] Submission Deadline: October 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET IN-PERSON AUDITION DATE: October 26, 2026 - Toronto IN-PERSON CALLBACKS: October 27, 2026 — Toronto CREATIVE TEAM Christy Yael-Cox — Director Scott Pietrangelo— Music Director
Casting Breakdown
MAMMA MIA Donna Sheridan Female | 40–50 Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano / Alto — E3 to A5 Sophie's mother and an independent, free-spirited former lead singer of Donna and the Dynamos. Donna owns and operates a taverna on a Greek island. A strong, charismatic actor with excellent comedic instincts and a powerful vocal presence. Sophie Sheridan Female | 20–25 Vocal Range: Soprano / Mezzo-Soprano — F#3 to E5 Donna's spirited daughter, raised on the island. Sophie is determined to discover the identity of her father before her wedding. A strong actor with a youthful, open quality and excellent pop vocals. Sam Carmichael Male | 40–50 Vocal Range: Baritone — D3 to Ab4 An architect and one of the three men who could be Sophie's father. Confident, grounded and straight-laced, with strong acting and vocal abilities. Bill Austin Male | 40–50 Vocal Range: Baritone — Bb2 to F#4 A world traveler and writer, and another potential father for Sophie. Charismatic, adventurous and playful. Harry Bright Male | 40–50 Vocal Range: Tenor / Baritone — C#3 to F#4 A British businessman and potential father for Sophie. Intelligent, charming and somewhat reserved, with strong comedic and musical instincts. Sky Male | 20–30 Vocal Range: Tenor / Baritone — Eb3 to D5 Sophie's athletic and charming fiancé. Sky has left behind a corporate career to build a new life on the island. Strong singer and actor with a natural stage presence. Tanya Cresham-Leigh Female | 40–50 Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano / Alto — E3 to E5 A wealthy, glamorous and thrice-married former Dynamo and longtime friend of Donna. A strong comedic performer with excellent vocal skills and a confident stage presence. Rosie Mulligan Female | 40–50 Vocal Range: Alto — E3 to D5 A wealthy, fun-loving and no-nonsense former Dynamo and close friend of Donna. Strong comedic actor with a distinctive personality and excellent vocal ability. Ali & Lisa Female | 20–25 Sophie's bubbly and enthusiastic close friends who arrive on the island for the wedding. Strong singers and comedic actors. Pepper Male | 20–25 A flirtatious and energetic barman/waiter at the taverna who pursues Tanya. Strong comedic performer with excellent movement and dance skills. Eddie Male | 20–25 A young, energetic handyman who assists Sky around the island's water-sports operation. Strong mover and ensemble performer. ENSEMBLE/INTERNS Islanders & Wedding Guests Performers of all genders. Seeking strong actor/singers and actor/singer/dancers Strong dance skills are a plus for all roles, particularly ensemble positions. A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM THE MUSICAL A musical adaptation combining Shakespeare's original text with popular music from the 1950s and 60s. A Canadian Premiere! Titania / Hippolyta Titania, the powerful and commanding Queen of the Fairies. Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons. Graceful, fierce and sensual, with a strong soulful singing voice and commanding stage presence. Puck / Philostrate A mischievous and charismatic sprite who also plays Philostrate, Master of the Revels. A highly physical performer with strong comedic instincts and strong singing voice. Hermia A spirited young woman deeply in love with Lysander. Passionate, impulsive and short-tempered. Strong actor with excellent pop vocal ability. Helena A young woman in love with Demetrius. Vulnerable, passionate and highly comedic. Seeking a strong singer and exceptional comedic actor. Lysander A young rebel in love with Hermia. Romantic, energetic and determined. Strong actor with excellent pop vocal ability. Nick Bottom A confident and enthusiastic character who is convinced he is destined for greatness. Plays Pyramus in the Mechanicals' play-within-a-play and is famously turned into a donkey. Strong comedic actor with excellent physical comedy skills. Peter Quince A carpenter and the self-appointed director of the Mechanicals' play-within-a-play. A strong comedic actor with excellent character work and ensemble skills. Francis Flute A bellows-mender who plays Thisbe in the Mechanicals' play. Strong comedic actor with good physicality and ensemble skills. Tom Snout / Egeus Snout is a tinker who plays the Wall in the Mechanicals' production. Egeus is Hermia's father. Strong character actor with good comedic instincts. Snug A joiner who plays the Lion in the Mechanicals' play-within-a-play. Strong comedic actor with excellent physicality. INTERNSHIP The Grove Theatre is also accepting submissions for paid internship positions who will be featured in Mamma Mia and A Midsummer Night's Dream the musical. Applicants should be current theatre/performance students or recent graduates. Interns will have opportunities to participate in workshops and professional development sessions led by members of the company, with a focus on building a sustainable career in the theatre industry. Interns may also be considered for instructor positions with The Grove's Summer Youth Drama Camp. This is a paid internship program.
Accessibility Information
THE GROVE THEATRE CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS — SUMMER 2027 MAMMA MIA A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM THE MUSICAL Shakespeare’s beloved comedy featuring popular music of the 1950s and 60s The Grove Theatre is seeking Union, Non-Union and Intern actor/singers and actor/singer/dancers for our 2027 summer season, featuring Mamma Mia, A Midsummer Night’s Dream the musical (Canadian Premiere), and two additional productions. Performers of all ethnicities, racial backgrounds, gender identities, and abilities are encouraged to submit. The Grove is committed to engaging diverse artists and amplifying voices from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities. We welcome submissions from Indigenous, Black, Latinx, MENASA, API, Deaf, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, mixed-race, and white artists. SEASON OVERVIEW The first three weeks of rehearsal will take place in Toronto, after which the company will relocate to Fenelon Falls in the Kawartha Lakes region for the remainder of rehearsals and performances. CONTRACT Contract: Equity DOT Performer — Tier 2 Toronto Rehearsals Begin: May 17, 2027 Fenelon Falls Rehearsals Begin: June 8, 2027 Performances: June 22 – August 29, 2027 Performance Schedule: Evening performances Housing: Affordable weekly housing options are available in Fenelon Falls THE GROVE THEATRE Sean Cox — Artistic Director Venue: The Grove Theatre Amphitheatre 27 Veterans Way Fenelon Falls, ON K0M 1N0 ABOUT THE GROVE THEATRE The Grove Theatre is a young professional theatre company located in Fenelon Falls, Ontario, in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes. The Grove produces professional theatre and live entertainment in its 300-seat outdoor amphitheatre while continuing to expand its education, community and artistic programming. We are committed to creating a welcoming, collaborative environment where artists can do ambitious work, connect with audiences and contribute to the growth of a thriving regional theatre company. We look forward to meeting you!
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Performers of all ethnicities, racial backgrounds, gender identities, and abilities are encouraged to submit. The Grove is committed to engaging diverse artists and amplifying voices from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities. We welcome submissions from Indigenous, Black, Latinx, MENASA, API, Deaf, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, mixed-race, and white artists.
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