Thank you for your interest in joining the Historic VST family! VST is always seeking dynamic performers and artists to collaborate with to create high-quality entertainment on our romantic stage. Check this page, follow us on social media, and sign up for our Mailing List below for email invites and announcements regarding upcoming casting calls.

The Virginia Samford Theatre encourages people of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities to submit. The VST will remain committed to EDIA (Equity, Diversity, inclusion, and Accessibility) for all. 

Big River Casting Notices have been released. Information and Submission links are available through the clickthrough photo link below! 

We are always looking to add artists to our team – If you are interested in directing, choreographing, lighting, sound, or costume design please contact us with your resume and cover letter.

Production Job Openings can be found through this link.

Additional Mainstage Process Infomation

Auditions: Mainstage Auditions have 3 phases.

• Phase I) Virtual Submission | Online Audition/Submission – Submit your virtual audition video, headshot, and resume, through the Virtual Audition Submission Form on the Show Audition Page. If you need help or have questions email production@vstbhm.org.
• Phase II) Callback | In-Person Audition – If you compliment the Director’s vision for the show you will be invited to attend our in-person callbacks! We will ask you to come prepared with your original submission to perform for us live as well as any requested callback materials. (Selections from the script, score, etc.) Certain shows/tracks may require a dance call. This will be taught on-site and you will be asked to learn this combo with others called back and present for the team. 
• Phase III) Casting – The Creative Team will then review the Original submissions, Callback Notes/recordings, and match the available tracks with type, talent, skill, and rehearsal availability. If you are offered a role you will receive a phone call and email from our team. Every Submission will be notified at all phases of the Mainstage Audition Process and a final update/cast list will be sent. 

Rehearsals: Mainstage Rehearsals typically occur in 3-5 hour blocks Monday through Friday between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM, Saturday between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, and Sunday between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Schedules are subject to change at the discretion of the creative team. Sunday/Monday are default off days during the process but are subject to adjustments based on the production/creative/talent needs during the rehearsal.

Location: Mainstage Rehearsals typically occur at the Virginia Samford Theatre campus in the Martha Moore Sykes Studio. Following the completion of the scenic build, rehearsals will move into the Virginia Samford Theatre Mainstage and remain through the Opening and Closing performances. Should a relocation or off-site rehearsals be necessary, Stage Management will communicate this in advance and will provide directions to this rehearsal. 

Stipend: We pay a stipend to all performers aged 18+. Pay dates vary but fall at the end of the rehearsal process and the final amount owed will be paid following STRIKE. No stipend will be paid to a STARS performer cast/involved in a Mainstage Virginia Samford Theatre.

Conflicts: You will be asked for any conflicts that we should consider at the time of your virtual submission. Final Approved Conflicts will be listed in your talent contract. Please list any and all potential conflicts during the process that you are submitting for. No conflicts will be considered during the Tech/Dress Rehearsals or Performances.

Only approved conflicts will be honored and casting preference will be given to those with few or no conflicts.

Need more info? Questions? E-mail production@vstbhm.org or email our Associate Producer at daniel.bussey@vstbhm.org

CASTING NOW! 

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