Volunteer and Audition

CFCT relies on volunteers! They are the key to our success, and we look to involve volunteers in a variety of ways. If you are interested in helping us, read the info below and see which area may best suite your time and talents. All volunteers will be asked to complete an intake form. You may also email us with inquiries at info@MyCFCT.org.


As a thank you for your dedication, our volunteers get to see our shows for free!

Backstage Volunteer Opportunities

  • Stagehands assist with props and set pieces to make sure the show runs smoohtly.
  • Props Coordinators source (and sometimes even create!) props that will be used throughout a production.

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  • Costume Designers create the vision for the costume elements of the production.
  • Costumers assist with coordinating our costume areas, costume construction, and backstage during shows with costume changes. 
  • Hair & Makeup Heads/Crew help bring the story to life by transforming the actors into their characters. 

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  • Scenic Deisgners bring the world of the play to life right on the stage. 
  • Scenic Construction folks are responsible for building the set and transforming the Oster Regent. 
  • Scenic Painters bring their artistic talents to the stage by painting set and prop pieces.

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  • Lighting Designers bring technical expertise to the stage and bring the lighting world of a production to life.
  • Light Board Operators run the lighting componenets of a production.
  • Sound Designers bring technical expertise to the stage and bring the aural world of a production to life.
  • Sound Engineers run the audio components of a production. 

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Front of House Volunteer Opportunities

  • Box Office assistants help with selling tickets to patrons and handing out tickets at Will Call.

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  • Concessions volunteers make and sell popcorn and serve beverages before each show and during intermssion.

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  • Ushers help patrons find their reserved seats, open and close curtains, and assist throughout the performance. 

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Upcoming Auditions

2025-2026 Auditions:

These are the set audition dates for shows in our current season. More detailed information about each process will be announced here approximately four weeks before each audition.

  • The Apiary: Friday, February 20 (6PM) and Saturday, February 21 (2PM)
    Production Dates: April 24-26, Directed by Kim Groninga

2026-2027 Auditions:

These are the set audition dates for shows in our upcoming season. More detailed information about each process will be announced here approximately four weeks before each audition.


Anastasia: Saturday, March 21 (2PM) and Monday, March 23 (6PM)

Production Dates: June 5-21, 2026, Directed by Greg Holt


AUDITION DATES: Friday, February 20 at 6PM OR Saturday, February 21 at 2PM


PERFORMANCE DATES: April 24-26, 2026


DIRECTING TEAM: Director: Kim Groninga, Stage Manager: TBD


SYNOPSIS: It’s twenty-two years in the future, and honeybees are nearly extinct except for those kept alive inside of labs. Zora is overqualified for her new job at one of these labs, but she’s there because she loves bees—or what is left of them. When an unfortunate incident leads to a boost in the bees’ numbers, Zora and her coworker Pilar have to decide just how far they’re willing to go to keep the population growing.

An unsettling and sharp-witted cautionary tale, The Apiary warns that the key to protecting each other and the planet is right in front of us, if only we would listen.


SCRIPTS: Scripts are available to check out with a $10 refundable deposit. Please call (319) 277-5283 for more info, or stop by the Box Office Mon-Fri 12-4PM.


REHEARSALS: Will begin at the end of February. Most rehearsals begin after 6:00PM on weeknights and during the day on weekends. You’ll have the chance to fill out a conflict calendar at the auditions, so be sure to bring your schedule with you. 


PERFORMANCES: All performances will take place on the 3rd Floor of the Oster Regent Theatre, located at 103 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA. The Apiary is part of the 2025-2026 CFCT Studio Series.


AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS: Auditions will consist of reading sides from the script provided by the director. Prepared monologues are NOT required. 

If you are unable to audition at any of the designated times, a one-on-one time can be arranged.


CASTING NOTES: Performers of all ethnic, racial, sexual, and gender identities, abilities, and backgrounds are encouraged, needed and welcomed. Actors of all identities are welcomed and encouraged to submit for any and all of the roles listed with the understanding that there are individual characters that have specific identities specified within the script. No experience necessary.


AVAILABLE ROLES:

ZORA (F or NB, Age 20-40): a new employee at the Apiary


PILAR (F or NB, Age 20-40): employee at the Apiary


GWEN (F, Age 30-60): lab supervisor at the Apiary


CECE / KARA / ANNA / BRYN (F or NB, Age 20-40): volunteers for the Apiary. Played by the same actor.

Auditioning at Cedar Falls Community Theatre

Auditions take place 8 to 10 weeks ahead of the production dates. We encourage everyone to audition and do not discriminate. Everyone will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.


We'll try to take the pressure off to make the process enjoyable. Here are a few tips to help:

Prepare

Research the show and consider where you might fit in the cast. Familiarity should help you find your own voice, perspective or "take" on the role. You are welcome to rent a script ahead of time to help you prepare, just stop by during business hours.


Be Proactive About Your Schedule and Availability

Bring your calendar for the next couple of months. The director will want to know about pre-existing commitments now... not after you are cast.

Be Gracious

Not everyone can be the lead. The director has reasons for the decisions made and we ask that you respect that. You may be offered a role that you weren't planning for or be asked to help the show in other areas.


Be On Time

Please respect the production team and your fellow auditionees by showing up to audition on time. If you might have a conflict that prevents you from coming on time, reach out to the director ahead of time.

Have Fun

Because that's what theatre is all about!



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