A BEAUTIFUL STAR

An Appalachian Musical
Audition Packet

A new Christmas musical celebrating hope, family, and the spirit of Appalachia.
Everyone is welcome. No experience required.

Welcome

Thank you for considering auditioning for A Beautiful Star.

Whether you've been on stage for years or this is your very first audition, we're excited you're here. Theater 626 believes great theatre is created by people who are willing to work hard, encourage one another, and tell meaningful stories together.

Our goal is to create an audition experience that is welcoming, joyful, and free of unnecessary pressure. We're glad you're considering being part of this production.

What Kind of Show Is This?

• Heartfelt
• Family-friendly
• Inspired by Appalachian traditions
• Original folk-inspired music
• A story of hope, faith, generosity, and Christmas

Audition At-a-Glance

Location

Church of the Good Shepherd
1100 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA

Audition Dates

August 21 & 22 • 7:00 PM
Arrive by 6:45 PM

Acting

Cold readings from the script.

Singing

Option 1: Prepare about one minute of a song.
Option 2: Learn a short selection at the audition.

Callbacks

August 28 • 7:00 PM

Sing Something That Feels Like You

Choose about one minute of music that lets us hear your voice. It can be musical theatre, folk, worship, Disney, pop, a hymn, or something else you enjoy. You do not need to memorize it.

We're not looking for perfection—we're looking for authenticity.

How the Audition Works

1. Check in
2. Complete your audition form
3. Sing your selection (or learn ours)
4. Read a short scene from the script
5. Meet new people and have fun!

Never Auditioned Before?

Wonderful.

Some of our favorite performers began with their very first audition.

You don't need experience.
You don't need a perfect voice.
You don't need to know everything.

You only need a willingness to learn, work hard, and tell a great story. We'll help with the rest.

Why Theater 626?

Every Theater 626 production exists for something larger than entertainment.

We create excellent theatre that strengthens our community by partnering with local nonprofits, raising awareness, and inviting audiences into stories that matter.

When you join this cast, you're joining something bigger than a show.

See You Under the Stars

We can't wait to meet you.

Whether this is your first audition or your fiftieth, there is a place for you here.

— The Theater 626 Team