The OLT is a community-based organization dedicated to putting a little theatre in everyone’s life. We hold OPEN AUDITIONS for all the productions in our season, usually about three months in advance. Upcoming auditions are posted on this page and you should check it regularly.
In addition, simultaneously with each audition, a BACKSTAGE ORIENTATION and tour of the theatre is offered by a member of the Volunteer Committee for anyone interested in working behind the scenes on any future production. Descriptions of each of the various Volunteer Positions can be found in the Volunteer section of this website.
For both auditions or backstage orientations, please come to the BESSERER ST. SIDE DOOR ENTRANCE of the OLT, (235 Besserer St.) at least 30 minutes in advance of the posted start time. Ring the bell and you will be admitted. You will be given an information card to fill out.
The director of each play has sole authority in choosing the cast. (Please see Audition Tips for details.) Casting decisions take into account the increasing diversity of our community and the need to reflect that diversity in the casts of our productions. Everyone is welcome!
Make sure you’re available to do the show BEFORE you audition. Check here for a sample Rehearsal Schedule.
You do not need to bring a headshot or CV. You do not need to prepare a monologue (unless otherwise stated).
Dates may change, so check this page regularly.
Information will be added once submitted by each production team.
Audition Notices
AUDITION NOTICE: Little Women, November 7, 2026
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Little Women, November 7, 2026 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsLittle WomenWritten by: Kate HamillDirected by: Cynthia SugarsProduction Dates:February 24 - March 13 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees on February [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: The 39 Steps, December 5, 2026 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: The 39 Steps, December 5, 2026 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsThe 39 StepsAdapted by: Patrick BarlowFrom the novel by John Buchan, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock, and an original concept by Simon [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: The Last Wife, January 23, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: The Last Wife, January 23, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsThe Last WifeWritten by: Kate HennigDirected by: Susan MonaghanProduction Dates:May 5 - 22, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees on [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Go Back for Murder, February 27, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Go Back for Murder, February 27, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsGo Back for MurderWritten by: Agatha ChristieDirected by: Margaret Harvey-O'KellyProduction Dates:June 9 -26, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Where You Are, April 3, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Where You Are, April 3, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsWhere You AreWritten by: Kristen Da SilvaDirected by: Greg HancockProduction Dates:July 14 - 31, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Rabbit Hole, May 8, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Rabbit Hole, May 8, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsRabbit HoleWritten by: David Lindsay-AbaireDirected by: Venetia LawlessProduction Dates:August 18 - September 4, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees on August [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime, June 12, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Lord Arthur Savile's Crime, June 12, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsLord Arthur Savile's CrimeWritten by: Constance CoxBased on the story by Oscar WildeDirected by: Brian McManusProduction Dates:September 22 - October 9, 2027 [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: Terror by Gaslight, July 17, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: Terror by Gaslight, July 17, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsTerror by GaslightWritten by: Tim KellyDirected by: Ian GilliesProduction Dates:October 27 - November 13, 2027 at 7:30 pm (Wednesdays – Saturdays) and matinees [...]
AUDITION NOTICE: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, August 21, 2027 – Details to come
OPEN CALL AUDITIONS: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, August 21, 2027 Ottawa Little Theatre presentsIt's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio PlayWritten by: Joe LandryBased on the story ‘The Greatest Gift’ by [...]








