"Superhero a Musical" - by John Logan and Tom Kitt - Studio Theatre Worcester (Worcester, MA.) - AUDITIONS

Studio Theatre Worcester  

Will Hold AUDITIONS for the Musical 

"SUPERHERO"

Book by John Logan

Music and Lyrics by Tom Kitt

Directed by John Wayland Somers 

Additional Creative Team: 

Stage Manager - Marita Gattone; Fight Choreographer - Michael Bailey; Assistant Director - Morgan Fitzpatrick; Costume Coordinator - Lizzie Seaburg; Dramturgy - Lydia Cochran; Marketing & Publicity  - Sandy Clancy; Master Electrician – David Plante.

Studio Theatre Worcester will be holding Non-Equity/PAID audition for our production of "SUPERHERO," a musical by John Logan with music & lyrics by Tom Kitt. 

AUDITION DATES:

March 16, 2026 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm

March 17, 2026 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm

March 22, 2026 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm

(By Appointment Only)

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REHEARSALS:

Rehearsals begin April 4th, 2026.       

INSTRUCTIONS:

Please prepare a brief song in the style of the show (accompanist provided) and monologue (contemporary preferred).       

If you are unable to attend in person and would like to submit a virtual audition, please email us to let us know and request submission instructions. 

Email: casting@studiotheatreworcester.org       

SYNPOSIS: 

"SUPERHERO" tells the story of a mother and son grappling with a devastating loss and the mysterious stranger who helps them on their journey. 

CHARACTERS:   

  • Simon - Male-presenting, 18+    
  • Charlotte - Female-presenting, plays 45-55   
  • Jim - Male-presenting, plays 40s   
  • Vee - Female-presenting, 18+   
  • Vic - Male-presenting, plays 40+   
  • Dean Fulton - Male-presenting, plays 40+   
  • Dwayne - Male-presenting, 18+   
  • Rachel - Female-presenting, 18+      

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

  • This is a Non-Equity production. 
  • All artists cast receive a $400 stipend. 
  • Auditions and rehearsals will be held at Salem Covenant Church (Worcester, MA). 
  • All actors cast are required to participate in load-in, tech weekend, and strike. 
  • All roles are open to performers of all races and ethnicities unless otherwise specified. 
  • Strong acting and emotional storytelling are prioritized.

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Performances:

June 19, 2026 through June 28, 2026

(Contact Box Office for Exact Times)

Performances to be held in the black box theatre at the Worcester Academy Performance Center, 15 Marion Street, Worcester, MA.

TICKETS:

Tickets are available at: https://www.studiotheatreworcester.org/tickets   

Website: www.studiotheatreworcester.org  

Box Office # 508-556-0576

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COVID 19 PROTOCOLS

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ABOUT THE SHOW

"SUPERHERO" tells the story of a mother and son grappling with a devastating loss and the mysterious stranger who helps them on their journey. 

Before we can save the world, we have to save each other. 

From the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer of "Next to Normal" and the Tony Award-winning writer of "Red" comes a deeply human new musical about a fractured family, the mysterious stranger in apartment 4-B, and the unexpected hero who just might save the day. 

ABOUT STUDIO THEATRE WORCESTER

MISSION: 

STUDIO THEATRE WORCESTER(STW) is committed to a differentiated, professional theatre experience that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of Worcester communities. Our high quality, theatrical productions and education programs inspire and challenge our audiences while providing compensated opportunities for artists. 

VISION:

STUDIO THEATRE WORCESTER will be the professional theatre of choice for artists, designers, educators, and theatre goers in Central Massachusetts.

VALUES:

Produce QUALITY productions that elicit VISCERAL experiences for our patrons. Foster INCLUSIVITY, DIVERSITY, and EQUITY throughout all areas of our organization. Encourage continued learning by providing EDUCATION opportunities. Promote and invest in the use of LOCAL talent. Invest in INNOVATION to keep the costs of our productions and classes affordable. Develop a strong bond with the COMMUNITY. Identify and DISMANTLE SYSTEMS that inhibit access to theatre. Build SUSTAINABLE VALUE through fiscal responsibility.

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