AUDITIONS FOR “STEEL MAGNOLIAS”

Auditions will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM on the Theatre 29 Main Stage

Theatre 29, Director Lisa Hodgson and her fabulous all female creative team are excited to announce auditions for the beloved and deeply moving comedy Steel Magnolias — a story that celebrates the unbreakable bonds between six extraordinary women who lift each other up through life’s sweetest joys and toughest trials.

Because this story thrives on connection, chemistry, and authentic relationships, video submissions will not be accepted. We look forward to seeing performers together in the room as the heart of this show comes alive.

Auditionees are asked to prepare a provided monologue from the character they wish to portray. Character breakdowns and audition materials are available here..

Steel Magnolias runs weekends from May 8 through May 23, 2026, with: Friday & Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:30 PM.

Come share your talent, your heart, and your voice. We can’t wait to see you on stage.

ROLES SOUGHT FOR CASTING

The creative team is seeking six women, ages 20 and older (There are no child or teenage roles in this production), to portray the unforgettable characters of:

TRUVY JONES (F, 35-55). Owner of the beauty shop. She is feisty, wisecracking, and outspoken. Heart of gold, but has been dealt some hard knocks. She offers hairspray with a lot of teasing. (Ability to style hair a plus.)

ANNELLE DUPUY-DESOTO (F, 18-25). Beauty shop assistant. She is unsure and timid at the beginning of the play. Throughout the story she goes from awkward and timid to wild to very religious. Awkward. (Ability to do hair a plus.)

CLAIREE BELCHER (F, 60-70). Widow of former mayor. Grande dame. Elegant, sophisticated, intelligent and very witty with a definite sweet tooth.

SHELBY EATENTON-LATCHERIE (F, 19-28). M’Lynn’s daughter. She is strong willed, pretty and passionate. She loves her mother and the other women but has a stubborn streak.

M’LYNN EATENTON (F, 40-60). Shelby’s mother. Socially prominent career woman. Practical, intelligent, and loving. She is passionate and stubborn about her daughter.

OUISER BOUDREAX (F, 55-70). Wealthy curmudgeon. Acerbic but loveable. Southern to the core. She is eccentric and quick witted.