Dunes Arts Summer Theatre, northwest Indiana’s oldest continually producing professional summer theatre, announces open auditions for its 2026 season. Preliminary in-person auditions will take place in the following locations:
Michigan City, Ind.
The Holdcraft Performing Arts Center, 1200 Spring St.
Saturday, Feb. 14 and Sunday, Feb. 15
Noon to 5 p.m. CST (1 to 6 p.m. EST)
Chicago
City Lit Theatre, 1020 West Bryn Mawr Ave.
Saturday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 8
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST
Auditioners should prepare the following:
· Two contrasting monologues, no longer than three minutes in total
· Two contrasting musical selections no longer than 32 bars each (for musical actors only; accompanist to be provided)
Please visit dunesARTS.org/auditions to submit a resume, headshot and secure an audition time for either location. Actors unable to attend in-person auditions can also submit taped auditions through the link as well by Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Non-Equity actors of all ethnic backgrounds, gender identifications and body types are strongly encouraged to audition. DST actors receive $100 per rehearsal week and $50 per performance; living accommodations are also available.
ABOUT DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE
The Dunes Arts Foundation, which operates Dunes Arts Summer Theatre and Education Programs, was incorporated in the State of Indiana in 1951 and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre is located at about a half mile from the Indiana Dunes and the Lake Michigan shore at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind. As northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program, Dunes Summer Theatre has provided professional theater productions for more than seven decades. This one-of-a-kind experience is a highlight of Harbor Country’s cultural fabric, promoting community spirit and embracing inclusivity, diversity and accessibility in all areas of operations. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit dunesARTS.org or call (219) 879-7509. Follow along on social media @dunesartsfoundation.