SHOW Calendar

Auditions Monday, December 15, 2025 6:30pm - 10pm

Auditions Tuesday, December 16, 2025 6:30pm - 10pm

Read Thru Thursday, December 18, 2025 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Monday, December 22, 2025 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Monday, January 5, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Tuesday, January 6, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Thursday, January 8, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Monday, January 12, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Tuesday, January 13, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Thursday, January 15, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Tuesday, January 20, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Wednesday, January 21, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Thursday, January 22, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Monday, January 26, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Tuesday, January 27, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Build Saturday, January 24, 2026 9:00am - 2pm

Rehearsal Thursday, January 29, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Build Saturday, January 31, 2026 9am - 2am

Rehearsal Monday, February 2, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Tuesday, February 3, 2026 7pm - 10pm

Rehearsal Thursday, February 5, 2026 7:00pm - 10pm

Build Saturday, February 7, 2026 9am - 2pm

Tech Week Sunday, February 8, 2026 9am - 2pm

Tech Week Monday, February 9, 2026 6pm - 10pm

Tech Week Tuesday, February 10, 2026 6pm - 10pm

Tech Week Wednesday, February 11, 2026 6pm - 10pm

Tech Week Thursday, February 12, 2026 6pm - 10pm

Show Saturday, February 14, 2026 6:30-10:30pm

Show Sunday, February 15, 2026 6:30-10:30pm

The Senior Speed Date

Auditions Page

  • Auditions will be open to adults 18 and older.

    No experience is necessary.

    Please enter through the theater entrance on the east side of the Van Buren Township Community Center Theater at 46425 Tyler Rd, Van Buren Township, MI 48111.

    We will have 2 nights of auditions - December 15th & December 16th, 2025 from 6:30 PM until 10PM. Registration begins at 6PM. Both nights will have the same audition process.

    There will be readings from the script provided

    The Director may ask you to read for more than one role.

    Attendance either night is acceptable. There will not be callbacks.

    Please complete the audition form below if interested.

  • We prefer to have all auditions in person but if you are unable to attend auditions in person, video auditions will be accepted until MIDNIGHT December 15th with the audition form completed. Please send video auditions to vanburencommunityplayers@gmail.com All video submissions will be reviewed after in person auditions are complete.

    Please include the following in your video audition:

    - your name, email address and phone number

    - ensure the video includes your entire person

    - the role you are auditioning for

    Please complete the Audition form and check the Video Audition required box, a return email with detailed instructions will be returned.

    Please complete the Contact form if you have any additional questions (include “Show Question” in message).

  • Evelyn "Evie" Thompson - A vibrant 72-year-old retired art teacher with a penchant for bold colors and quirky jewelry. She’s witty, loves to share travel stories, and isn’t afraid to speak her mind.

    George Baxter - An 80-year-old former naval officer with impeccable manners and a love for classic jazz. He’s charming, reserved, and holds deep stories beneath his polished exterior.

    Mabel Jenkins - A spunky 68-year-old former roller derby queen. Mabel is energetic, fiercely independent, and loves to challenge stereotypes about aging.

    Harold "Harry" Dunn - A 75-year-old retired accountant with a dry sense of humor. He’s initially shy but reveals a playful, thoughtful side when engaged in meaningful conversation.

    Dolores "Dottie" Rivera - A 70-year-old salsa dance instructor with a magnetic personality. She’s passionate, lively, and believes every day is an opportunity to celebrate.

    Frank O’Malley - A 78-year-old widower and avid crossword puzzle enthusiast. Frank is gentle, soft-spoken, and often surprises others with his clever wordplay.

  • Performance dates are February 14th, 2025 and February 15th, 2025 at the Van Buren Township Community Center Theater.

    No Conflicts on Show dates are allowed unless prior agreement with Director is obtained.