Auditions
Southern Shakespeare Company auditions are open to all – from experienced performers to those stepping on stage for the first time. We are always thrilled to welcome new talent to our productions!
Auditions for adult (age 18+) union and non-union performers are held periodically throughout the year. (For auditions for Tallahassee area after school youth program, please see The Bards page.)
We advocate for diversity throughout our organization and strongly encourage auditions from members of traditionally underrepresented groups.
Current Auditions
SSC is hosting auditions for Romeo and Juliet and The Merry Wives of Windsor. Please see details and sign up for each show below.
AUDITIONS FOR Romeo and Juliet
September 27 and 28
Calling all actors!
Southern Shakespeare Company is holding auditions for our fall touring production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, performing November 5–15, 2026 at schools throughout the region and in two special community performances at Goodwood Museum & Gardens and Monticello Opera House.
This fast-paced, five-actor adaptation puts the youthful energy, romance, humor, and excitement of Shakespeare’s most famous love story front and center, with a small ensemble bringing the many residents of Verona to life.
Auditions
September 27 & 28, 2026
136 Progress Drive
Sign up for an audition time:
https://signup.com/go/LecLMFc
Audition Instructions
Please come prepared to audition with a one-minute monologue. A Shakespeare piece is not required, but is preferred. No monologue? That’s OK! Please come to the auditions and let us work with you.
Both of the provided sides will be use for callbacks. Please note the instructions at the top of each side.
Can’t attend in person? Video auditions will be accepted through September 26. Please email your video audition to Stephen@SouthernShakes.org.
Come play with us—and help us take Shakespeare on the road this fall!
AUDITIONS FOR The Merry Wives of Windsor
December 6 and 7
Ready to join the world’s original sitcom?
Southern Shakespeare Company is holding auditions for our 2027 FREE Shakespeare in the Park Festival production of The Merry Wives of Windsor, starring Charisma Carpenter, known for her iconic roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel.
This fast, funny Shakespeare comedy is packed with schemes, misunderstandings, romance, revenge, and one very overconfident Falstaff — and we’re looking for actors to bring it all to life!
Audition Dates:
Sunday, Dec. 6 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 7 | 4–6:30 p.m.
Location: 136 Progress Drive
Please prepare a one-minute monologue. Shakespeare is preferred, but not required.
Can’t audition in person? Video auditions will be accepted through Dec. 5. Email your submission to Stephen@SouthernShakes.org.
Come be part of one of Tallahassee’s favorite theatrical traditions — Shakespeare under the stars, completely FREE for our community!
General Audition Information
All currently open auditions for Southern Shakespeare Company shows are listed here and on our social media. Typically, auditions request at least one <60 second monologue suited to the show’s style.
If you would like to receive email notification about future auditions, please use the button below to submit your name and contact information.