Open auditions for LifeHouse Theater’s original musical “Oliver!” will be Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church Street, Redlands.

Auditions will be held by appointment and those auditioning must be at least 8 years of age.  Roles are open for men and women.  Men are especially encouraged to audition. 

Appointments can be made online at the LifeHouse Theater website at https://lifehousetheater.com/upcoming-auditions/.  Those auditioning are asked to upload a recent photo and a theatrical resume when making their audition appointment. Those without a theatrical resume can list any performing experience they may have had, though none is required to audition.   Appointments can be made the night of auditions as space permits.

Auditioners should also bring their own sheet music in the preferred key, and be prepared to sing a short selection of about 16 measures.  A pianist will be provided but will not be able to transpose any sheet music.  Auditions with CDs will not be accepted.  Those without sheet music will be asked to sing “Happy Birthday” with the accompanist.

“Oliver!” opens Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM and will continue on weekends through April 2, 2023.  Performances are Fridays at 7:00 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM (except Opening Night) and 7:00 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  In addition to the weekend performances, there will be a special weekday performance at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 30, 2023.

The unforgettable characters of Charles Dickens’ nineteenth century London come to life in this endearing story of triumph. The exploits of the orphan Oliver Twist are tunefully recounted in this award-winning musical tale of courage and faith.

“Oliver!” will be directed by Tiffany Michel.

LifeHouse Theater is a service organization devoted to serving the Inland Empire through the performing arts.  For more information, call (909) 335-3037 or visit our website at www.lifehousetheater.com.