Auditions

For certain programs, Drayton Entertainment’s Youth Academy offers fun and enjoyable audition learning opportunities for young performers in the Waterloo Region, Wellington County, Huron County and Simcoe County. We feel there is a wealth of knowledge to be gained from the audition process: gaining confidence, courage, adaptability, receiving positive criticism and developing skills to process possible rejection inherent in the professional performing world.

Drayton Entertainment is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply without regard to disability, ethno-cultural identity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other historically underrepresented and marginalized identities. Drayton Entertainment is committed to providing a barrier free environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CURRENT AUDITION OPPORTUNITIES:

Dear Evan Hansen Youth Chorus – St. Jacobs Country Playhouse

The Youth Chorus Program offers young performers (ages 14 and 15) the opportunity to audition for the youth ensemble in Drayton Entertainment’s production of Dear Evan Hansen alongside professional performers in the lead roles.

Ages: 14 and 15
Audition Self-Tape Submission Deadline: November 14th, 2025
Callbacks: November 23rd, 2025
Rehearsal Dates: February 24th to March 17th, 2026
Show Dates: March 18th to April 12th, 2026

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Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. – Penetanguishene

This specialized triple threat program is designed for dedicated young performers who are ready to train at an advanced level in acting, voice, and movement, guided by industry professionals in a supportive, high-energy environment. The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is proud to present 100 years of Disney magic with a BRAND-NEW musical revue created by the Disney On Broadway team that invites young performers to explore the dreams that live inside all of us!

Ages: 10 – 18
Audition Date: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Program Dates: August 24th to September 5th, 2026
Performance: Saturday, September 5, 2026

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Preparing for an audition?

Our one-on-one tutorials are designed to help you build confidence, refine your material, and perform at your best. From song and monologue coaching to performance techniques, our experienced instructors will help you make a lasting impression.

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If you have any questions regarding auditioning, please reach out to us at youthacademy@draytonentertainment.com.

Past Audition Opportunities

These auditions are now closed. Thank you to everyone who came out!

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Photo Credits (from Left to Right)

Jenni Burke and Company in Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2019 Season. Director & Choreographer David Connolly, Music Director Nico Rhodes, Set Designer Jean Claude Olivier, Costume Designer Rachel Berchtold, Lighting Designer Kevin Fraser.

Will Parry, Erica Peck, Lia Luz and Company in Company in Wizard of Oz: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2022 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by Jean Claude Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kelsey Rae; Apprentice Stage Manager Kirstyn Keeble.

Company in Jack and the Beanstalk: The Panto. Director & Choreographer David Connolly, Music Director Nico Rhodes, Set Designer Jean-Claude Olivier, Costume Designer Rachel Berchtold, Lighting Designer Kevin Fraser.

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