september 12-20
fiddler on the roof
SPONSORED BY: TBD
MUSICAL – Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler on the Roof‘s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. With iconic and beloved songs such as “Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” Fiddler on the Roof is the perfect mix of audience-pleasing humor and heart.
Approximate Duration: 2 Hours 20 Minutes
Ticket Policies
All sales are final. Please double-check the event date(s) selected. There are no refunds or exchanges.
All patrons, including children, must have their own ticket. Vernal Theatre: LIVE cannot permit lap sitters.
All seating is assigned. Purchased ticket is good only for the date and seat specified on the ticket.
Doors open 30 minutes before show time. Patrons arriving after the start of the performance will be seated at the discretion of management. Late-comers may have their seats reassigned.
Shows begin at 7pm for all evening performances, 2pm for matinees (where applicable).
Production Team
Director – Mike Sorenson
Stage Manager – Holly Allred
Asst Stage Manager – Adelle Hacking
Music Director – Danni Harrison
Choreographer – Jon Thomas
Costumer – Trisha Sorenson
Props – Erin Smith
Fiddler on the Roof – September Audition Information
Audition Dates: July 10 & 11
Callbacks July 12 by invitation
Director: Mike Sorenson
A few things to note:
- Songs must be memorized and kept to 60 seconds or less. Time limit will be enforced.
- Be prepared to completely fill out the rehearsal calendar at your audition with any and all conflicts that may arise during rehearsal. The production team is sacrificing time to be at rehearsals and it is pointless to rehearse with no one there. Be clear on your conflicts. Any conflicts reported after casting may result in a change of role or require withdrawal from the show. (A tentative rehearsal schedule is attached below. Please know that this is subject to change based on need & availability of cast members.)
- Character descriptions can be found HERE. (You may have to click on “Full Cast Info” after using the link.)
- Performances are September 12 – 20. There will not be double-casting therefore actors must be available for all performances.
- Do NOT reach out to any member of the production team individually at any time. Email the theatre with any and all questions at vernaltheatre@gmail.com.
AUDITION NOTICES
- Auditions will be held July 10 & 11 from 7p to 9p.
- Callbacks held by invitation on July 12.
- Roles are available for men & women ages 14 and up. We will be casting two boys and two girls between the ages of 12-13 for this production. Please use the Youth Audition Form for these auditioners. All roles are open.
- All youth age 14 and younger will need to have a parent or responsible person over the ages of 16 at every rehearsal.
- Email vernaltheatre@gmail.com to sign up for an audition time.
- Prepare a Broadway song cut to 60 seconds or less. Time limit will be enforced.
- Bring a recent headshot – 4×6 color.
- Be prepared to completely fill out the audition form, including the rehearsal calendar with a list of conflicts between July 14 and September 20.
- PLEASE NOTE: Rehearsals the first two weeks of July will be primarily for leads for character and initial music work. Fill out this portion of the rehearsal calendar, but know that the majority of the cast will not start rehearsing until July 28.
- All auditions and callbacks are held at Vernal Theatre: LIVE, located at 40 E Main Street in Vernal.
- Video auditions are accepted. Email vernaltheatre@gmail.com for information on how to submit your audition and what you will need to submit.
We are looking for someone to fill the role of “the fiddler” and play live for this production! If you are interested, please do the following:
– fill out the rehearsal schedule below (so we know your contact information and availability for rehearsing)
– email your form and a 60-second video clip of you playing the fiddle/violin to vernaltheatre@gmail.com
– the submission deadline is FRIDAY, JULY 11 at 7pm
We hope you have an enjoyable experience auditioning and if you do not get cast, please come see the show and audition for future productions. We are also looking for people to help on the production team. If this is something you are interested in, please let us know either by emailing the theatre or filling out the Google form below (scroll past the audition info).
Email any questions to vernaltheatre@gmail.com. Do NOT reach out to any production team member individually.
TENTATIVE Rehearsal Schedule attached below. Please know that we are very aware of your time and our own. We will cancel rehearsals if we don’t need them and make sure that your time at the theatre is well-spent. Specific people & groups will only need to come specific days and times. Those will be determined specifically after auditions.
Rehearsal Schedule and Audition Form Download
AUDITION TIPS FOR OUR 2025-2026 SEASON
We had an incredible Season 9 at Vernal Theatre: LIVE and cannot wait for Season 10. Below are a few tips and tricks that will help you prepare for auditions. Enjoy and we’ll see you at auditions!
1. Know the expectations and follow them. Read the notices that are posted – every audition is different and may require different things to be prepared. Come ready and knowing what the director expects you to give.
2. Confidence. It sounds simple but it takes practice. Walk in the door with your held head high. Be wary of shuffling feet. You don’t get sympathy points if you’re nervous, not feeling well, or having a bad day. Leave it outside the door. You are being sized up the minute you walk in, so practice good posture and body language before you arrive. And don’t forget to smile – that’s the lasting impression you want to leave.
3. Personality. Let it shine through!
4. Connection. Make one with the character you’re portraying and the production team. Be memorized on your audition material. Don’t ask who they (the production team) are. Introductions waste time, time you could use for showing off your acting chops. They are there to do their job, just like you’re there to do your job. You are equals. You’re selling, and they’re buying. Treat them with respect and courtesy, and they’ll do the same.
5. Stick to the time limit. If you prepared a monologue or a song, you (usually) get 60 seconds starting from your first line. And 60 seconds is plenty. So as to be respectful of everyone’s time, cut down your monologue or song. Rehearse with a stopwatch to measure how long it is. Then when you get to the audition, you won’t be rushed. And if they cut you off, don’t take it personally. It doesn’t mean you’re bad, it means they need to give everyone else time to show too.
6. Do not reach out to the production team personally. Auditions are nerve-wracking and a lot of work – both for auditioners and the production team. Do not reach out to any member of the production team about auditions in any way – even if they are your friend. If you have questions, contact the theatre.
Want to be involved but don’t want to audition?
Maybe you did theatre in high school or are looking for a creative outlet, maybe your family is auditioning and you want to spend this time with them but don’t feel up to singing and dancing. Maybe you want a shorter time commitment or to learn something new – a Production Team is the spot for you! We are always looking for individuals to participate on our Production Teams. You can be part of a crew or be a leader, there is a spot for you. Just fill out the form linked below or email vernaltheatre@gmail.com to learn about opportunities for upcoming productions. We’d love to have you!
Production team form: https://forms.gle/