Auditions (Rosebud): Anne of Green Gables – Rosebud Theatre, Theater News

Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts in Rosebud Alberta, producing professional live theatre that illustrates the beauty and complexity of life through an inclusive and grace-filled perspective, is accepting audition submissions for its upcoming musical production of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES Music by Nancy Ford, Book & Lyrics by Gretchen Cryer, Orchestrations by Dave Hab, From the Novel by Lucy Maude Montgomery

Anne of Green Gables follows the misadventures of a wildly independent orphan with fiery red hair and a temper to match. Cherished by generations, L.M. Montgomery’s timeless classic comes to life in this musical commissioned by the award-winning Theatreworks USA. Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to live with a plainspoken farmer and his spinster sister, who thought they were adopting a boy! She wins over the Cuthberts and all of Prince Edward Island with her irrepressible spirit and imagination — and wins over audiences with this warm, poignant story about love, home and family.

We are looking to cast the following roles:

Anne Shirley – An intelligent, self-sufficient orphan whose bravery and kind heart bring a fresh outlook and bright light to those around her. Redheaded, freckled, and homely looking. Short temper. Talkative, chipper, and stubborn.
Gender: female Age: 14 to 18
Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3

Gilbert Blythe – A strong-willed and intelligent man who dreams of becoming a doctor. Rivals Anne for top marks in school. His heart is quickly captured by Anne. Self-assured. Charming. Hard working.
Gender: male Age: 16 to 20
Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: B3

Diana Barry – Brought up in a more traditional home, she is captivated by Anne and becomes her best friend. Sweet and caring. Pretty but in no way vain.
Gender: female Age: 14 to 18
Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3

Rachel Lynde – Marilla’s friend and busybody neighbor. Warns the Cuthberts against taking in an orphan, but is eventually won over. Gossips and over-exaggerates. Makes fun of Anne’s physical shortcomings when she has some of her own.
Gender: female Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Mrs. Barry – Diana’s mother. Worries about her daughter’s associations. Fussy nature gives way to an open heart when Anne saves her youngest daughter.
Gender: female Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: A3

Josie Pye – An Avonlea schoolgirl who antagonizes Anne Shirley and vies for Gilbert’s attentions. Not particularly smart or hard working. Aloof. A party girl who is brash and effortlessly abrasive.
Gender: female Age: 14 to 18
Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: E4

Mr. Phillips/Postmaster – The schoolmaster. He is a kind man, but insists on respect and good behavior from his students and sometimes must be accordingly harsh with them.
Gender: male Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: B3

Age ranges and gender expressions are those of the characters, not the actors.

The production dates are: Music rehearsal from May 5, Rehearsals from May 12 through June 5, Performances from June 4 to September 5

In-Person Auditions will be held in Rosebud and Calgary on January 18th-20th and preference will be given to Alberta Residents who can attend in person. While we are not an Equity company we will contract under the DOT.

To be considered for an audition, please submit by stating character(s) you’d like to audition for as well as sending a headshot and resume to [email protected] before end of day January 7th, 2026. We will contact folk who we’d like to see for an audition.

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