Auditions

Hamilton Theatre Inc. is holding auditions for Anne of Green Gables – The MusicalTM.

HTI’s production of Anne of Green Gables – The MusicalTM is a Non-Equity, volunteer production. We are seeking late teen and adult performers for all roles.

A few technical notes to help you with your decision-making process:

  • Anne of Green Gables – The MusicalTM runs from Friday, February 13, to Sunday, March 1, 2026.
  • Tech Week is scheduled from Sunday, February 8, to Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • First rehearsal is Sunday, November 16th, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Rehearsals will be held three times a week, two weeknights and Sunday afternoons. 
Download your fillable audition form here

Audition Information

Open Call

Each audition will be approximately 10-15 minutes in length.
Monday, October 20: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday, October 22: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday, October 24: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Dance Call

Saturday, October 25: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Callbacks

Saturday, October 25: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

How to Book an Audition

For more info and to book an audition time, contact greengables.hti@gmail.com.

Walk-ins are welcome but will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly request that all audition participants wear a mask upon arrival at the theatre and while waiting for their audition slot. 

Audition Location

Hamilton Theatre Inc. Studio
140 MacNab St. N.
Hamilton, Ontario

Audition Requirements

Auditioners are asked to prepare two contrasting song selections. One must be from a musical. Those auditioning for the role of Anne Shirley are especially encouraged to prepare a comedic piece. 

Please do not sing any musical numbers from Anne of Green Gables – The MusicalTM at your audition.

There will be no accompanist. We encourage you to bring a karaoke or backing track that can be shared via Bluetooth. Alternatively, you may sing a cappella. 

Available Roles

Youth Characters

Casting Performers Who Present as Ages 16-25

Anne Shirley 
Female Presenting | Soprano 
A young girl, Anne is exuberant and precocious. She is scholastic and well-intentioned, but has a fiery temper. 

Diana Barry 
Female Presenting | Mezzo-Soprano 
Loyal, agreeable and sweet, Diana is Anne’s best friend, schoolmate and kindred spirit. 

Gilbert Blythe 
Male Presenting | Tenor 
Gilbert is smart, handsome, and confident. Good-natured but cocky, he inadvertently becomes Anne’s adversary. 

Josie Pye 
Female Presenting | Mezzo-Soprano 
Selfish, harsh and scheming, Josie is Anne’s worst enemy. 

Adult Characters

Casting Actors Who Present as Adults

Marilla Cuthbert 
Female Presenting | Mezzo-Soprano 
Stern, moral, and no-nonsense spinster, Marilla lives with Matthew, her unmarried brother. She has a wry sense of humor and is eventually affectionate toward Anne. 

Matthew Cuthbert 
Male Presenting | Baritone 
Matthew is a sweet, soft-spoken farmer who works the Green Gables acreage. He lives with his sister Marilla and is painfully shy toward women. 

Rachel Lynde 
Female Presenting | Mezzo-Soprano 
Rachel is outspoken and indiscreet; the town gossip. She is affectionate towards her good friend Marilla. 

Miss Stacy 
Female-Presenting | Mezzo-Soprano
Miss Stacy is a school teacher who radiates enthusiasm and a rampant desire for learning. She is a role model and mentor for Anne. 

Ensemble

Casting Actors Who Present as Ages 18-30

The ensemble will play a vital role in bringing the town of Avonlea to life. We are looking for performers with a flexible look who can portray both youth and adult characters. Ensemble characters include: 

  • Mrs. MacPherson
  • The Minister
  • Mrs. Spencer
  • Prissy Andrews
  • Charlie Sloane
  • Tommy Sloane
  • Mrs. Sloane
  • Earl
  • Mrs. Blewett
  • Ruby Gillis
  • Moody MacPherson
  • Mr. Phillips
  • The Stationmaster
  • Mrs. Pye
  • Cecil
  • Mrs. Barry
  • Gertie Pye
  • Gerry Boute
  • Lucilla

About The Show

Based on L.M. Montgomery’s timeless classic, Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™, which has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest-running annual musical theatre production follows the rise of Anne Shirley, a feisty, red-haired orphan who arrives unexpectedly in the small farming community of Avonlea, and soon captures the hearts and minds of her newfound family and neighbours.

Book by Donald Harron
Music by Norman Campbell
Adapted from the novel by L.M. Montgomery

ANNE OF GREEN GABLES – THE MUSICAL™ is presented by arrangement with Concord
Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

Rating

All Ages

Show Dates

  1. Friday, February 13th, at 7:30 pm
  2. Saturday, February 14, at 2:00 pm
  3. Friday, February 20th, at 7:30 pm
  4. Saturday, February 21, at 2:00 pm
  5. Sunday, February 22, at 2:00 pm
  6. Friday, February 27th, at 7:30 pm
  7. Saturday, February 28, at 2:00 pm
  8. Sunday, March 1, at 2:00 pm

Performances will be held at HTI’s Studio Theatre, 140 MacNab St. N., Hamilton.

Production Team

Director – Mallory Toye
Producer – Haleigh Wallace
Music Director – Jennifer Ferreira
Stage Manager – Graham Clarke
Choreographer – Erika Bennett
Movement Coordinator – Kayla Jensen
Lighting Designer – Max Herman
Scenic and Props Designer – Maddie Merrill
Costume Designer – The Muses