SHADOW THEATRE & NORTHERN LIGHT THEATRE JOINT GENERAL AUDITIONS
DATES: December 1 & 2, 2026 WHERE: Varscona Theatre – 10329 83 Ave
EMAIL: auditions@shadowtheatre.org
Edmonton’s Shadow Theatre and Northern Light Theatre are holding joint general auditions on Tuesday, December 1, and Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Varscona Theatre.
Auditions will be held from 10 am to 6 pm—in 15 minute slots. As per CAEA rules, preference will be given to Equity members in booking.
What to prepare: Two contemporary monologues. No more than 4 minutes per piece.
What to expect: Generals are an exercise in getting to know our community. We want to see your pieces and spend a few minutes getting to know you. So please come prepared to perform and chat!
What to send/bring:
● Email – In your submission email please attach a PDF file resume and headshot.
● Please name the files as FIRSTNAME_LASTNAME.
● Please let us know if you are a CAEA member.
● In Person – please bring one copy of your photo and a hard copy resume.
● If you are an Equity member, please bring your Equity number for the sign-in sheet.
If you have auditioned for us within the last 2 years or if we are familiar with your work, please do not submit for an audition slot. Instead, please feel free to send us a note telling us you are interested in working with us in the future.
Please note: We will not be accepting video submissions at this time.
Present will be Artistic Director, Lana Michelle Hughes, and Artist Emeritus, John Hudson, for Shadow Theatre, and Artistic Director, Trevor Schmidt, for Northern Light Theatre.
If you have any accessibility needs, please let us know in your submission We encourage you to share additional information to ensure your safety and that your specific needs are met. Please note that as we are two companies utilizing different performance venues, accessibility during the productions may vary depending on the company and venue. Accommodations can be made for people with mobility issues on the audition day, please let us know what you may need.
Shadow Theatre and Northern Light Theatre are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community on stage and fostering a creative environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported to bring their full selves to the process. We strongly encourage submissions from individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour (POC), as well as those who are 2SLGBTQIA+, Disabled, and/or Neurodivergent. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives and experiences in enriching our work, our workplaces, and the stories we share.
Deadline: November 24, 2026.
Submit: Please submit your audition materials to auditions@shadowtheatre.org