Audition Info

Cresson Lake holds auditions for each show individually at our rehearsal space: Eleanor Lantzy Rehearsal Hall, 427 S. Center Street, Ebensburg, PA unless stated otherwise. Please read below to find information on upcoming shows.

AUDITIONS FOR

Richard O’Brien’s

The Rocky Horror Show

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien

Directed by Jason Schwartz

Open Auditions

Sunday, August 9th at 6:30pm &

Monday, August 10th at 6:30 p.m.

@ Lantzy Rehearsal Hall

(427 S Center St. Ebensburg, PA)

Show Dates:

October 14-17, 2026 @ 7:30 pm

Open auditions (18 years+) for Cresson Lake Playhouse’s production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show will be held Sunday and Monday, August 9 and 10, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Lantzy Rehearsal Hall (427 S Center St. Ebensburg, PA). Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks (expected to be held Tuesday, August 11, as needed and by invitation only).

Auditionees should be prepared with the selection(s) (listed below) for the role they wish to audition for. Please prepare all selections listed for the character of your choice. Rehearsal tracks (with and without vocals) are available for preparation- the instrumental rehearsal tracks will musically accompany you at your audition. Feel free to take liberties with rhythms and notes, where appropriate (you can reference the 2000 New Broadway cast recording for some examples). Memorization is not required, but thorough preparation is encouraged. If you do not prepare a song, a selection will be taught to you at auditions.

If you are unable to attend general auditions, please contact Cresson Lake Playhouse at Cressonlakeplayhouseauditions@gmail.com to discuss an alternate accommodation. These will be honored only if feasible.

Please complete the linked audition form prior to attending your audition. If you are not able to complete this form in advance, please come to the audition prepared to list all conflicts through October 17, 2026.

About the Show:

Cresson Lake Playhouse is thrilled to announce auditions for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show! This is a cult-classic musical with outrageous fun, catchy songs, and wild characters. When sweethearts Brad and Janet stumble upon the mysterious castle of Dr. Frank N. Furter, they’re swept into a world of glam, glitter, and sci-fi mischief in this over-the-top tribute to B-movie horror and 1950s rock ‘n’ roll. The show provides an electrifying night of music, madness, and audience participation. Show dates are October 14-17, 2026. 

Available Roles & Vocal Ranges:

Age ranges and genders are a suggestion, please audition for any role you would like to be considered for. All roles require the ability to perform choreographed movement.

Dr. Frank N. Furter- a self-indulgent, image-obsessed, cruel, seductive, theatrical mad scientist and master of the castle. A chaos gremlin. Impeccable comedic timing, forward sense of confidence, irresistible charisma. 20s-40s. Baritone. Must be comfortable in intimate same-sex situations onstage and wearing a corset, stocking, and heels for most of the show.

Brad Majors- A straight-laced optimistic, stereotypical, All-American young man, turned desire-seeker. 20s-30s. Male-Presenting. Tenor. Must be comfortable in intimate same-sex situations onstage, wearing just boxers for most of the show, and wearing a corset, stocking, and heels for some of the show.

Janet Weiss- A naive, wholesome, stereotypical, All-American girl, turned sexual explorer. Always maintains an attitude of empathy and self-reflection. 20s-30s. Female-Presenting. Mezzo-Soprano. Must be comfortable wearing just a bra for most of the show,  and wearing a corset, stocking, and heels for some of the show.

Riff-Raff- Transylvanian brother/lover of Magenta. Disgruntled underling in the castle. A bit creepy and later, quick to unleash ruthlessness. Must have strong rock vocals. 20s-50s. Male-Presenting Tenor. 

Magenta- Transylvanian sister/lover of Riff Raff. A maid in the castle. Slightly scary, overtly sexual and playful. Complicit in the chaos. 20s-50s. Female-Presenting. Mezzo-Soprano. May double as the soloist in “Science Fiction Double Feature.”

Columbia- A groupie who falls in love with Eddie. Quirky, lost soul who believes in love and loyalty, above all. Tap dance skills are a plus. 20s-40s. Female-Presenting. Mezzo-Soprano. Must be comfortable wearing a corset, stocking, and heels for some of the show. May double as the soloist in “Science Fiction Double Feature.”

Rocky- A tanned and toned creation of Dr. Frank N. Furter’s; Frank N. Furter’s epitome of a ‘perfect man.’ Emotionally naive. 20s-40s. Male-Presenting. Tenor. Must be comfortable in intimate same-sex situations onstage, being shirtless and in small, spandex shorts the whole show, and wearing a corset, stocking, and heels for some of the show.

Eddie- An ill-fated delivery boy with seemingly no sense of control or sanity. Emerges part-way through the show with half his brain, and all is rock-and-roll madness. 20s-50s. Male-Presenting. Baritone/Tenor. May double as Dr. Scott.

Dr. Everett Scott- Mentor of Brad and Janet who seems to represent traditional morality. Strong comedic timing necessary, German accent preferred. 40s-60s. Any gender. Baritone. Must be comfortable performing in a wheelchair. May double as Eddie.

Narrator- Speaks directly to the audience and presents this cautionary tale. Must be great with improvisation as the character has direct interaction with a, usually vocal, audience. 30s-70s. Any gender. Non-singing role.

Ensemble- Ever-present, always lurking inhabitants of the stage. Will act as Usherettes and in various other roles throughout the show. Any age (18+), any gender. Must be comfortable with audience interaction and dressing androgynously. Must be able to dance or move well. 4-6 slots available. One performer may double as the soloist in “Science Fiction Double Feature.”

Any questions? Contact Cressonlakeplayhouseauditions@gmail.com.