HART is a volunteer-based community theatre. There is no pay or stipend.
HART Theatre is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our casting process. We believe in providing equal opportunities for actors of all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome both new and returning actors to audition for our productions
HART is holding open auditions for their youth production,
HONK JR Below are the details;
Director: Donald Cleland donaldcle@gmail.com
Musical Director: Kathleen Lacock
Choreographer: Becky McNichol
Performance Dates: 10/17/2025 - 11/2/2025
HART is a volunteer-based community theatre. There is no pay or stipend.
Dates of Auditions:
Auditions are open for youth ages 7-18
Open Auditions: May 31 and June 1, 2:00 to 4:30 (You only need to attend one of the days and plan on staying for the entire time.)
Location: HART Theatre, 185 SE Washington St. Hillsboro
Callbacks: June 3, 6:00 pm. This is for actors who auditioned at the open auditions and directors want to look at again. Please do not attend unless the director has asked you to, or you have made special arrangements with the director prior.
Location: HART Theater - 185 SE Washington St. Hillsboro
Rehearsals will start August 18. They will be Mondays through Thursdays in the evening.
Requirements for auditions:
Acting: Do not need to come with anything prepared, however you can prepare a monologue. No longer than 1:00 minute. The director will be looking for vocal, facial, and physical creativity and expression. The prepared monologue is optional.
Vocals: No song needs to be prepared, however it’s okay to sing a prepared song. No accompanist will be provided, so bring a backup track or sing acapella. Actors will be asked to sing, “Happy Birthday” and “Row, Row, Row, Your Boat,” and will be taught part of a song from the show to sing in a group and solo.
Dance: No need to prepare anything, but please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers or dance shoes. No flip flops, sandals, or crocs.
HONK JR. is a delightful musical that brings the story of “The Ugly Duckling” to life. If you want to explore the plot, characters, and songs before auditioning go to https://www.mtishows.com/honk-jr
Important Notice
If you have any questions or absolutely cannot attend one of the open audition dates, but really want to, email Donald Cleland by May 10th.
HART is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our casting process. We believe in providing equal opportunities for actors of all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome both new and returning actors to audition for our productions.