# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing"
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Indiana Players will be holding auditions for “Much Ado About Nothing” by William Shakespeare on Monday April 13th and Tuesday April 14th from 6pm to 8pm at the Philadelphia Street Playhouse (725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA). Sides will be provided at the auditions. No preparation or sign up is required!

“Much Ado About Nothing” is a romantic comedy about what happens when the war ends and the celebration begins. Full of salacious secrets, devious schemes, clowns on the case, music, dance and the distinct possibility of true love, Much Ado is a springtime romp for lovers and poets of all ages. Performances will be May 29, 30, 31 and June 5, 6, 7. 

We are looking for performers age 16 and up to fill the following roles:
▪︎ Leonato, governor of Messina, Hero's father, Beatrice’s Uncle - 60s-70s
▪︎ Antonio, brother to Leonato, Uncle to Hero and Beatrice - 60s - 70s
▪︎ Benedick, a soldier from Padua and companion of Don Pedro - 20s-40s
▪︎ Claudio, a Count of Florence and companion of Don Pedro, friend to Benedick - 20s - 30s
▪︎ Don Pedro, Prince of Aragon - 20s - 40s
▪︎ Balthasar, attendant on Don Pedro, a singer - 20s - 40s 
▪︎ Beatrice, niece of Leonato - 20s-30s
▪︎ Hero, daughter of Leonato - 20s- 30s
▪︎ Margaret, waiting gentlewoman attendant on Hero - 20s - 30s 
▪︎ Ursula, waiting gentlewoman attendant on Hero - 40s- 60s
▪︎ Don John, the Bastard Prince, brother of Don Pedro - 20s - 40s
▪︎ Borachio, follower of Don John - 20s - 40s
▪︎ Conrad, follower of Don John - 20s - 40s
▪︎ Dogberry, the constable in charge of Messina's Night Watch - the clown - any age 
▪︎ Verges, the Headboro, Dogberry's partner, 60s - 80s 
▪︎ First Watch, a member of the watch - any age
▪︎ Second Watch, also known as George Seacole - any age 
▪︎ Friar Francis, a priest - 30s - 70s
▪︎ Sexton, the judge of the trial of Borachio - 30s - 70s  

Please send any questions to Sam Sherburne at artisticdirector@indianaplayers.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indiana/open-auditions-much-ado-about-nothing/200029921577102
- **Event Categories**: performances, music, art, literary-art, comedy, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Indiana
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA
- **lat**: 40.62305
- **long**: -79.1542
- **full address**: 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing" being held?
  - **A:** Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing" takes place on Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing"?
  - **A:** Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing" is organized by Indiana Players.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing" is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indiana, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Open Auditions: "Much Ado About Nothing" sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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