Audition Information

Click one of the links below to print and fill out the application and bring to the corresponding audition with a headshot (5x7 or 8x10).

For Performance Theatre auditions, be prepared to do a cold read from a script and tell a little about yourself. Application below:

ACT Performance Theatre Audition Application

For Musical Theatre auditions prepare 16-24 measures of a musical theatre piece that showcases your vocal abilities, wear clothing you can move in for dance auditions, and jazz shoes. Application below:

ACT Musical Theatre Audition Application

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Performance Theatre

Auditions for "Emma"
July 22, 6:30 p.m.
July 26th, 10:00 a.m.

Performance Dates:
October 10 - 26, 2025

Audition Requirements:
Ages 18 and up preferred
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Those auditioning for the roles of Emma, Frank Churchill, or Jane Fairfax must be comfortable singing a short song. All voice types welcome.

Come prepared with a headshot if available (selfies are fine) and conflicts from May 29 through Aug 7.

Audition sides can be reviewed in advance HERE.

Available Roles:

EMMA WOODHOUSE – Very pretty, accomplished, willful, highly intelligent, sophisticated and arrogant. Although often wrong, she is always confident of being right. A clever and spoiled young woman with a strong affection for her father.
HENRY WOODHOUSE – Emma’s elderly father. An expert worrier whose hyphochondria is a source of continual amusement, he basks in Emma’s attentions and resists any kind of change. Although he indulges his whims, he also expresses concern for the health of others.
MR. GEORGE KNIGHTLEY – A close friend of the Woodhouse family. A handsome, virile, rational gentleman farmer with great judgment and tact, who acts an adviser to—and finally lover of—Emma. A man’s man.
MISS TAYLOR – Emma’s former governess and the new wife of Mr. Weston.
MR. WESTON – A kindly and cheerful neighbor of the Woodhouses, and the father of Frank Churchill by an earlier marriage. Genial, generous, easygoing and warmhearted.
PHILIP ELTON – The 26-year-old rector of Highberry, who is looking for the right marriage.
HARRIET SMITH – A soft, amiable and adoring orphan, easily swayed, and of a class below Emma’s. Befriended by Emma, she eventually decides to marry the man for whom she was intended.
ROBERT MARTIN – A capable young farmer, in love with Harriet Smith.
MISS BATES – A middle-aged spinster, kind but terribly talkative. Lives in genteel poverty with her ailing mother.
JANE FAIRFAX – A beautiful and talented young woman who is visiting her aunt, Miss Bates, in Highberry.
FRANK CHURCHILL – The very handsome and well-mannered son of Mr. Weston, who was raised by his aunt, and is visiting Highberry for the first time.
AUGUSTA HAWKINS – The vain, nouveau-riche wife of Mr. Elton. 
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Musical Theatre Auditions:
August 20th 6:30 p.m. and August 21st 6:30 p.m.

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Performance Theatre Auditions:
October 18, 10:00 a.m. & October 21st 6:30 p.m.

Oliver Graphic

Musical Theatre Auditions:
December 6, 10:00 a.m. & December 8th, 6:30 p.m.

Anne of Green Gables Graphic

Performance Theatre Auditions:
January 17th, 10:00 a.m. & January 20th, 6:30 p.m.

My Fair Lady Graphic

Musical Theatre Auditions:
February 28th, 1:30 p.m. & March 2nd, 6:30 p.m.

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Performance Theatre Auditions:
May 2nd, 10:00 a.m. & May 5th, 6:30 p.m.

Become a Corporate Sponsor

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$2,000 (annual gift)
Benefits:
• 1/2 Page logo in playbill
• Corporate logo on every page of the website
• 2 tickets to the show of your choice*

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$3,000 (annual gift)
Benefits:
• 3/4 Page logo in Playbill
• Corporate logo on every page of the website
• 6 tickets to the show of your choice*

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Show sponsorship Gift of $5,000
Benefits:
• Business name on all marketing materials
• Full Page Logo in Playbill
• Banner Displayed with Corporate Logo (provided by business)
• Corporate logo on every page of the website
• 12 tickets to the show of your choice*
• Employee discount for tickets to the sponsored show

*Tickets must be used within 12 months of the sponsorship date.

After you register to become one of our Giving Corporate Stars, contact Lori Newton at artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com. For the box office, please call (904) 710-5054, leave a message, and someone will get back to you within 24 hours.

Our Sponsors

We would like to thank the following sponsors for their generosity to the theatre.

Monthly Corporate Sponsor

2024/2025 Corporate Sponsor

We would like to thank these companies who have generously donated their products and services to the theatre:

Business Ads

Business Ads

Showcase your business in our playbill for all 60 mainstage performances in the next year!
To purchase a business ad fill out this form and send it to artistconnection.marketing@gmail.com.

Yearly Business Ad Rates:

Inside Front Cover: $1,000 , Back Cover $1,250
Full Page: $500
Half Page: $350
Quarter Page: $250

(Ad Placement for Inside Back Cover is already filled for the year)

Check out some of the businesses who have chosen us to
help spread the word while also helping us bring the arts to Arlington!
You can join this amazing group today!

Educational Workshop

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SUMMER WORKSHOP 2025

Event Schedule: July 7th-July 19th, 2025

Event Director: Hattie Berwind
  • Registration Deadline: June 30th, 2025 at Midnight
  • CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! (no longer accepting applications.)
  • Max Students: 25, Ages 8 to 17
  • Full Tuition $280 
  • Summer Workshop: July 7th through July 18th 9a.m. - 4p.m. Monday through Friday
  • Tech rehearsal: Thursday July 17th 9a.m.-4 p.m. and Friday July 18th 8a.m.-2p.m.
  • Call Time for Friday, July 18th: 5p.m.
  • Performance: Friday, July 18th at 6p.m.
  • Call time for Saturday, July 19th: 9a.m.
  • Performance: Saturday, July 19th; Times: 10:30a.m., 1:30p.m.
  • Ticket cost: $15
  • Click here to purchase your tickets (general seating)

Event Address: 5566 Fort Caroline Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277
Contact us at (904) 710-5054 or artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com

Workshop Details

During the workshop, students experience the process of being a part of a live musical performance from auditions to the final bow. Students will learn stage directions, theatre etiquette, how to prepare for an audition, and so much more!

For more information, contact us at artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com.  

Our workshop is full and we will not be accepting anymore applications. To be put on the waiting list please email us at artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com.

Volunteer

Want to work with people who are passionate about helping the performing arts thrive in Arlington and the Greater Jacksonville area? Want to get involved offstage? We are always looking for volunteers! Fill out the questionnaire HERE and someone will reach out to you soon.

  • Lobby Area: Ticket Sales, Ushering, Checking in Patrons, Concessions
  • Backstage: Tech Crew, includes lighting, sound, props and set design, makeup, hair, and costumes
  • Fundraising and marketing, including graphic design and community outreach
  • Directing and Stage Management
    Have another way you want to volunteer that is not listed here? Let us know!

Information on Rental of Facility

Need a space for a special occasion or small gathering?
From parties to recitals, we are now offering our space to rent for your special occasions.

70 Seat Main Auditorium:
One Day Conferences
Small Weddings
Vocal/Piano Recitals Small
Homeschool graduations
And more.........

Flex Space:
Anniversary Celebrations
Birthday Parties Wedding or baby showers
Weekly daytime rentals for homeschool co-ops or work meetings
And more........

Hourly and full day prices.

Contact us for more information and availability.
Lori Newton
Artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com (904) 710-5054

Board Members

President and Founder: Lori Newton

Secretary: Yvonne Otwell

Treasurer: Linda Wallace

Fundraising Chair: Bill Hamilton

Marketing Chair: Ben Jaeger

Production Research: Shannon Wallace, Barbara (Cissy) Reagan

Audio/Visual: Chris McFadden

Volunteer Coordinator: Natalie Sims

Committee Members:

Hattie Berwind (Workshop Coordinator)

Mandy Swartz (Backstage Coordinator)

Shelby Ellis (Set Designer)

Liberty Copeland (Marketing & Social Media)

David Voss (Marketing)

Kay Rodriguez (Marketing)

Kimberly Copeland (Props)

Sarah Brown (Costumes)

Lexi Newton (Lighting Designer)

Want to help? Join our Marketing, Fundraising, Workshop, Visual/Audio,

Set Building/Design, Volunteer, or Costume/Prop Committees!

Contact artistconnectiontheatre@gmail.com for more information.