Show: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Theater: The Milburn Stone Theatre
Theater Website: https://www.milburnstone.com/auditions
Theater Phone: (410) 287-1037
Start date of auditions: 07/20/2026
The Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College is seeking performers for their upcoming production of Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.
Director: Mondo
Stage Manager: Hailey Higgs
Choreographer: Katie Gordon
Music Director: Shane Wilson
MST’s Artistic Director: Andrew John Mitchell
Physical location for rehearsals and performances:
The Milburn Stone Theatre
Cecil College, One Seahawk Drive
North East, MD 21901
Box Office Phone Number: (410) 287-1037
Audition Information:
Auditions will take place on Monday, July 20th, and Tuesday, July 21st, with both nights starting at 7 pm at the Milburn Stone Theatre. Please sign up for your audition slot directly through the Milburn Stone Theatre’s Cast98 Studio page.
SIGN UP LINK
Those submitting a video audition have until Tuesday, July 21st, at 5:00 pm and can do so via Cast98.
Callbacks: Callbacks for Rocky will be held on Tuesday, July 28th, from 6 pm – 9:45 pm. Callback notifications will be sent out by Thursday, July 24th, at 10 pm.
Audition Preparation:
Please prepare a song (approximately 32 bars, or 60–90 seconds of music) in the style of the show. Songs from the show are welcome but not required. We’re looking for songs that showcase your vocal range and understanding of the style.
To listen to the original cast recording, please CLICK THIS LINK.
An accompanist will be provided for your audition, and their use is highly encouraged. If you choose not to use the provided accompanist, you must bring a backing track (without vocals) to play during your performance.
Please note: Amplification will not be provided, and playing backing tracks off a cell phone (without proper additional amplification) is strongly discouraged.
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW will begin in early August. Rehearsals will be based on both performer and production staff availability, so please submit all known conflicts at the time of auditions. The Milburn Stone Theatre traditionally rehearses between 2 to 4 times a week.
Please note: Cecil College will be closed September 5th – 7th for Labor Day weekend.
Tech Week:
Tech week for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW will be held Sunday, October 11th, through Thursday, October 15th. No conflicts will be accepted during this week.
Performances:
Performances for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW begin on Friday, October 12th, with additional performances on October 17th, 23rd, and 24th. Friday Evening Performances are held at 7 pm, Saturday, 10/17 performances will be held at 2 pm and 7 pm, Saturday, 10/24 performances will be held at 7 pm & 11 pm.
Please note: The Milburn Stone Theatre is a community theatre on a college campus. Our productions are open to the entire community, not just Cecil College students, faculty, and staff. This production is non-paid/non-union.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Casting Breakdown:
All roles are available for audition. Listed ages are ranges, not requirements. While we encourage everyone to audition for any role, our Concord Theatricals agreement requires all characters to be performed as originally written.
The ages listed should be the ages that actors can play/appear on stage; however, only 18+ will be considered for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.
Character Breakdown
DR. FRANK N. FURTER: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 30s-50s | Range: Baritone D3-G4
A self-indulgent cross-dressing mad scientist/transvestite/master of the castle. He has impeccable comedic timing, an incredibly-forward sense of sexuality, and an irresistible charisma.
BRAD: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-30s | Range: Bari- tenor Bb2-G4
A straight-laced, optimistic, stereotypical All-American man. Until he isn’t.
JANET: Female Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-30s | Range: Mezzo-Soprano A3-Eb5
A naive, wholesome, stereotypical All-American girl. Until she isn’t.
RIFF RAFF: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-50s | Range: Rock Tenor D3-B4
Transylvanian brother/lover of Magenta. Disgruntled underling in the castle. A bit creepy. Must have strong rock vocals.
MAGENTA: Female Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-50s | Range: Mezzo-Soprano Bb3-Eb5
Transylvanian sister/lover of Riff-Raff. A maid in the castle. Slightly scary, overtly sexual.
COLUMBIA: Female Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-40s | Range: Mezzo-Soprano E4-E5
A groupie who falls in love with Eddie. Quirky, lost soul. Must be able to tap dance.
ROCKY: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 20s-40s | Range: Tenor A3-G4
A tanned and toned creation of Frank’s—his epitome of “the perfect man.”
EDDIE: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 30s-50s | Range: Baritone F3-F#4
An ill-fated delivery boy with no sense of control or sanity. Emerges from the deep freeze with half his brain and is all rock and roll madness. May double with Dr. Scott
DR. SCOTT: Male Identifying | Any Race/Ethnicity | 40s-60s | Range: Baritone F3-F#4
Mentor of Brad and Janet who senses trouble in the castle. Strong comedic timing and perhaps a German accent. May double with Eddie
NARRATOR: Any Gender | Any Race/Ethnicity | 30s-70s | Range: Non-Singing Role
Speaks directly to the audience in a professional manner. British accent. Must be great with improv as this character has direct interaction with a sometimes very vocal audience.
PHANTOMS: Any Gender | Any Race/Ethnicity| 20s-50s | Range: SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass: a combination of voices.) Ever-present, always lurking inhabitants of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. Various body types and vocal ranges. Must be able to move well.
About Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW:
SHOW DATES:
OCTOBER 16, 17, 23, 24
SHOW TIMES:
FRIDAY EVENING PERFORMANCES AT 7 PM,
SATURDAY 10/17 AT 2 PM & 7 PM, AND SATURDAY 10/24 AT 7 PM & 11 PM
$24 Adults | $22 Seniors/Military | $20 Students
Book, Music and Lyrics by RICHARD O’BRIEN
When newly engaged sweethearts Brad and Janet are stranded by a flat tire during a storm, they seek shelter in a mysterious nearby castle — only to find themselves in the lair of the seductive Dr. Frank-N-Furter and his motley crew of wild characters. As their innocence gives way to a night of pansexual fluidity, cabaret, and rebellion, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: the muscular “Rocky.” Complete with audience participation, cascading toilet paper, and a rocking score, this deliberately kitschy sci-fi gothic musical is a cult classic that has been thrilling audiences for over fifty years.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is presented by arrangement with CONCORD THEATRICALS
www.concordtheatricals.com
We can’t wait to see you at auditions!
