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What would you do if you had all eternity? Eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck Family does she get more than she could have imagined. When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tuck’s unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. As her adventure unfolds, Winnie faces an extraordinary choice: return to her life, or continue with the Tucks on their infinite journey.

Prior to auditions, ask the reception team at info@shineplano.com

During auditions, ask the box office staff

After auditions, ask the stage manager at stagemanager@shineplano.com

December 11 & 13

Actors must be ages 10-18 on the day of auditions to be eligible to audition.

Tuck Everlasting performs at The Courtyard Theater in Downtown Plano February 20-March 1, 2026. Each weekend, there is one Friday performance at 7:30, one Saturday performance at 7:30 and one Sunday performance at 2:30.

Rehearsals will begin on January 5. Rehearsals will be held on Monday and Thursday from 6:00-9:00. Actors cast in featured dance and principle roles may be called to some rehearsals on Wednesday and Friday at the same time. Not every character will be called for every rehearsal, though central characters will attend almost every rehearsal. The number of rehearsals you attend depends on your role. 

Actors will be called in for 30-60 minutes on a Saturday or Sunday for a costume fitting.

Technical rehearsals are February 16-19 from 5:00-10:00 pm and all cast members must be present. We permit NO absences or conflicts of any kind during tech week.

Actors must state all conflicts with the rehearsal schedule on their audition form, which will go out one week prior to auditions. Shine will be unable to accept rehearsal and performance conflicts after casting except in the case of an emergency.

There is no tuition associated with the show other than the non-refundable and non-transferrable $30 audition registration fee.

The director evaluates: 

VOCAL QUALITIES — pitch, placement, articulation, and projection 

DANCE SKILLS — do you have the dance technique and memory to execute choreography and learn quickly? 

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT — do you embody the character or simply read the words on the page? 

SENSE OF FOCUS — do you live in the world or are you too distracted by your thoughts or external factors? 

IMAGINATION and CREATIVITY — your unique interpretation of language and character EXPRESSIVENESS — is it in your words? your face? your body? 

HONESTY — are you reacting and speaking as your character would? 

PRIOR EXPERIENCE - if the director hasn’t worked with you before, we are thrilled to have you audition! If we have prior experience working with you, we take it into consideration. Were you reliable? Prompt? Kind? Directable?

THEN we look at things like age and height to think about what role you might fit into and which of the other people that auditioned might match up with you. The same criterion is true for callbacks.

The principal characters in Tuck Everlasting require strong vocalists and excellent acting skills. The Ensemble requires strong singing and dancing skills. Students do not need past experience in any of these areas, but a bold audition and courage to take risks will help them to portray the characters coming to life on stage.

If you want to know what role is perfect for you, we recommend reading the PERUSAL SCRIPT available in the box office. But please keep in mind the role you think is perfect for you may not be the role the director chooses to challenge you with.

There is a place on the audition form to state this.  If the director chooses not to cast you in the “only” roles you’ve chosen, one of two things will happen: 

1. You will not be cast in the show, or 

2. You will receive a phone call from the producer or stage manager offering you another role in the show.  It is probable that if you do not receive the specific role(s) you listed, you will not be offered an alternate role.

Wear neat, comfortable clothes that let you move easily and show your personality. Your outfit should help directors see your energy and physicality, not hide it — avoid baggy or oversized clothes. Closed-toed shoes are required for safety.

Since a professional headshot will be taken during your audition, dress in a way that makes you feel confident on camera. Avoid busy patterns, hats, or anything that covers your face.

If you’re called back, it’s helpful to wear the same outfit you wore to your initial audition unless otherwise instructed.

• Your completed audition form (front and back)

• Sheet music in a 3-ring binder for piano accompaniment for 32 bars of a song from a musical in the style of the show. No contemporary or pop material. No singing acapella. No singing to accompaniment recordings. 

• Headshot

The front has fields for your contact information so we know how to get hold of you (and your parents), your availability for callbacks and rehearsals, a space for listing conflicts, and a place to list your theatre experiences, training, and special talents. Resumes are not necessary.

With the number of people coming through the door, it is important that we have a picture of you.

Please arrive 15 minutes early and check in at the front desk. You’ll turn in your audition form, have your measurements taken, and get a professional headshot. Before your audition, both the actor and their parent will be asked to watch a 10-minute welcome video from the producer to help you understand what to expect.

If needed, callbacks will be held on December 15. The actual times and dates will be determined once we know the number of actors who will attend.

It’s a director’s opportunity to get more information before casting specific roles in the show. If you do not get a callback, it does not necessarily mean you will not be in the show. You may have been perfect for the role the director is using you for and consequently, they do not need a second look at you.

You will receive an email with a list of those who should attend callbacks. If you do not receive an email from us you should call Shine on December 15.

We cannot answer this question until after auditions and callbacks have concluded.

The target announcement date is December 30.

Everyone who auditions will either receive a phone call or email by December 30.

Actors are required to provide specific shoes, socks, tights, underwear, and all make-up supplies as determined by the costume designer. Stage make-up costs approximately $15 to $30. Shoes may run between $20 and $60 dollars. Undergarments such as leotards, camisoles, and undershirts may also be required.

There are four times that parents/guardians are required to be involved if your child is cast in the show. Cast members are also required to be at the following dates and times:

1. Informational meeting on January 5 at 6:00 - 45-minute commitment

2. Pick one time to volunteer at a set build or paint call - 4-hour commitment

3. Load in on Sunday, February 15 - 2-4 hour commitment, exact time varies from production to production

4. Strike on Sunday, March 1 - 2-4 hour commitment, exact time varies from production to production