Bonnie & Clyde Auditions

Altona City Theatre is proud to announce auditions for our upcoming July production of Bonnie & Clyde, which will be performed over three weeks from Friday July 3rd to Saturday July 18th 2026

Synopsis:

At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies in West Texas to America’s most renowned folk heroes and Texas law enforcement’s worst nightmares. Fearless, shameless and alluring, the Tony-nominated Bonnie & Clyde, is the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire country.
When Bonnie and Clyde meet, their mutual cravings for excitement and fame immediately set them on a mission to chase their dreams. Their bold and reckless behavior turns the young lovers’ thrilling adventure into a downward spiral, putting themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law. Forced to stay on the run, the lovers resort to robbery and murder to survive. As the infamous duo’s fame grows bigger, their inevitable end draws nearer.

Director’s Note:

Bonnie & Clyde is a bold, electrifying story about ambition, love, rebellion, and the cost of chasing a dream. My vision for this production is to create a fast-paced, emotionally charged retelling that feels raw, human, and alive, a show that makes audiences laugh, root for these characters, and ultimately feel the tragedy of their downfall.
At the heart of this production is storytelling. Whether through acting, singing, or movement, I am looking for performers who are committed to truthful character work and who understand that every moment on stage contributes to the world of the show. This is an ensemble-driven production where every performer plays a vital role in bringing 1930s Texas to life.
Unlike most productions of this show, this will be a dance heavy version. Movement will play an important role in shaping the energy and pacing of this production. We are seeking passionate, hardworking dancers who have a genuine love for their craft and a strong ability to tell stories through movement. The choreography will be detailed and expressive, with opportunities for partner work and lifts (experience is a bonus but not essential). Most importantly, we are looking for dancers who perform with intention, character, and emotional connection and performers who can captivate an audience and work collaboratively as part of a supportive and respectful ensemble.
I aim to foster a rehearsal room built on collaboration, respect, and creativity, and make the rehearsal room a space where performers feel safe to take risks, explore bold choices, and support one another. Alongside our creative team, we will work together to create dynamic staging, blocking and bold choices that enhances storytelling and keeps the production visually and emotionally engaging.
We encourage performers of all experience levels and backgrounds to audition. Passion, commitment, kindness, and a willingness to work collaboratively to bring this story to life are just as important as technical skill.
This production also requires the casting of two children to portray Young Bonnie and Young Clyde.
If you are excited by powerful storytelling, strong ensemble work, and the opportunity to create something thrilling, new and raw together, I cannot wait to see you in the room.
— Orlagh McDonald, Director

Production Team

Director: Orlagh McDonald
Musical Director: Zac Jones
Choreographer: Maggie Lynch
Assistant Vocal Coach: Isabella Porter
Producer: Megan O’Hagan

Audition Dates:
Monday 23^rd March from 6pm – 10pm
Tuesday 24^th March from 6pm – 10pm
Wednesday 25^th March from 6pm – 10pm
Thursday 26^th March from 6pm – 10pm

Please note 6pm till 7pm will be reserved for children’s auditions with adult auditions commencing at 7pm.

Please aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled audition time for registration and preparation.

Dance Ensemble Call: Sunday 29^th March from 1pm – 3:30pm
Movement Call: Sunday 29^th March from 4pm – 5pm

Callbacks
Please keep these dates and times free. Auditionees may be required to attend callbacks.
If you are required to attend the callbacks you will be notified no later than 5pm on Friday 27th of March.

Children’s Callbacks: Sunday 29^th March from 11am-12pm
Adult Callbacks: Sunday 29^th March from 6pm

Auditions will be held at:
Altona Theatre: 115 Civic Parade, Altona. Please enter via the front doors.

Our first rehearsal will be held on Sunday 12^th April.
Rehearsals will be held on Monday and Thursday nights (7pm – 10pm) and on Sunday afternoons (1pm – 5pm).
Intensive rehearsal day will be held on Saturday 25^th April.
Please note these times are indicative and will be finalised by the first rehearsal; not all cast members will be required at all rehearsals.

Rehearsals will be held at either the Altona Theatre or the fACTory – Altona City Theatre Rehearsal Space.

Production week will be 28^th June – 2^nd July 2026
Performances will be on the weekends from 3^rd – 18^th July 2026 at the Altona Theatre

Audition Requirements

Age:

Auditionees must be 18 years of age or over at the time of your audition with the exception of children auditioning for Young Bonnie and Young Clyde.
Working with Children’s checks will be mandatory for all cast members. A volunteer WWCC is free to apply for.

Vocal:

Please prepare two contrasting songs showcasing your vocal range in the style of Bonnie & Clyde.
Only sheet music may be used and all sheet music must be in the correct key and clearly marked in a folder for our accompanist. Your songs will not be heard in full so please prepare approximately a 45 second cut of each song.
Please note that a’capella singing or backing tracks will not be accepted. Songs from the show are not permitted.
Auditionees may be asked to sing some scales and/or vocal exercises depending on the requirements of the role/s they are auditioning for.

Acting:

Auditionees auditioning for a role may be required to read a script excerpt in their audition. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the audition read material available at the link below prior to your audition.
Click here to access audition materials, including all character reads and callback songs

Dancing:

All auditionees will be required to attend either the Dance Ensemble Call or the Movement Call on Sunday 29^th March.
You will be notified by 5pm on Friday 27^th of March as to which one you are required to attend.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear (no open toe shoes are allowed). If you have chorus heels, please bring them to the dance call.

Headshot:

We’ll take a lo-fi headshot photo at your audition. Alternatively, you’re welcome to bring your own printed headshot (non-returnable).

Costs:

If you are successfully cast in the show, you’ll need to become a member of the company ($25 adult / $15 concession) and pay a show fee of $50 to contribute to costs of the show.

Lastly:

Don’t be nervous – we will try and make the process as enjoyable as possible.

Altona City Theatre promotes an inclusive environment. We welcome all ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and sizes, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition for our productions.

Character Descriptions

All ages listed are to be considered “stage age” and not indicative of performers actual age.

Click here to access audition materials, including all character reads and callback songs

Clyde Barrow
Charismatic yet deeply troubled, Clyde craves notoriety and thrives on danger. A magnetic outlaw, he
draws Bonnie and Buck into his reckless world, blurring the line between love and corruption. Bold and seductive, he is both Bonnie’s greatest passion and her downfall. Can play guitar, uke or piano, or is willing to learn.

Gender: male
Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: A2

Please note: Actors portraying Clyde should be comfortable with staged romantic intimacy, including multiple kisses, close physical contact, and implied sexual situations throughout the musical. All intimate moments will be choreographed to ensure clear consent, safety, and performer comfort.

Bonnie Parker
An ambitious young woman torn between the promise of fame and her all-consuming love for Clyde.
Desperate to escape an ordinary life, she embraces risk in pursuit of both legend and romance. Fiercely devoted and stubborn, she chooses Clyde even when it costs her everything.

Gender: female
Age: 18 to 30
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Please note: Actors portraying Bonnie should be comfortable with staged romantic intimacy, including multiple kisses, close physical contact, and implied sexual situations throughout the musical. All intimate moments will be choreographed to ensure clear consent, safety, and performer comfort.

Marvin "buck" Barrow
Clyde’s loyal older brother, Buck is an outlaw drawn back into crime despite longing for a quieter life with his wife. Adventurous and warm-hearted, he is fiercely devoted to family, even when torn between love and loyalty. His optimism and charm mask the growing tension between the life he wants and the one he cannot escape.

Gender: male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: B2

Blanche Barrow
A complex and headstrong woman, Blanche is deeply religious and fiercely opposed to the Barrow gang’s criminal lifestyle. Honourable and righteous, she struggles to reconcile her moral convictions with her unwavering love for her husband, Buck. Often providing moments of comic relief, her sharp wit and emotional honesty reveal both her strength and vulnerability under pressure.

Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Ted Hinton
A police officer struggling to separate his feelings from his duties. Kind and honest. Madly in love with Bonnie and fiercely in opposition against Clyde.

Gender: male
Age: 18 to 35
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3

Young Clyde
Restless and defiant, young Clyde dreams of freedom and recognition, revealing early signs of the rebellion that will shape his future.

Gender: male
Age: 8 to 13
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3

Young Bonnie
A bright, imaginative girl with big dreams of fame and escape, already longing for a life beyond her small-town world.

Gender: female
Age: 8 to 13
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C#4

Preacher
The town’s evangelist. A moral and guiding presence, the Preacher represents faith, consequence, and the societal values standing in opposition to Bonnie and Clyde’s reckless path.

Gender: any
Age: 30 to 70
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: A2

Emma Parker
A protective and pragmatic widowed mother who fears Bonnie’s dangerous ambitions and longs to keep her daughter safe from a destructive path.

Gender: female
Age: 40 to 60

Cumie Barrow
Fiercely devoted to her sons Clyde and Buck, Cumie is a resilient woman whose unconditional love endures despite Clyde and Buck’s descent into crime.

Gender: female
Age: 40 to 60

Henry Barrow
Father of Clyde and Buck.

Gender: male
Age: 45 to 60

Sheriff Schmidt
A determined and relentless law enforcement officer, Schmitt represents the mounting pressure of justice closing in on Bonnie and Clyde’s outlaw fame.

Gender: male
Age 45-60

Deputy Bud/Cop
Schmidt’s deputy who meets an untimely death.

Gender: male
Age 20-35

Governor Miriam Ferguson
The first female Governor of Texas. Tough, harsh and an enforcer of the law.

Gender: female
Age: 40 to 60

Captain Frank Hamer
A retired Texas Ranger who joins the hunt for Bonnie and Clyde. Recruited by Governor
Ferguson.

Gender: male
Age: 45 to 65

Bob Alcorn/Henry
The best sharpshooter in Texas. Recruited by Frank Hamer, he helps hunt down Bonnie and
Clyde.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 45

Dance Ensemble
A group of strong, versatile dancers with partner work experience, capable of bringing dynamic energy
and precision to the stage. Their movement drives the storytelling, creating visually captivating moments that enhance the emotional world of the production.

Gender: any
Age: any

Click here to access audition materials, including all character reads and callback songs