Auditions

The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Beauty Pageant

Auditions for The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Beauty Pageant will take place on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, at 6 PM and Saturday, January 17th, 2026, at 3 PM at the Metcalfe County Public Library Community Room, located across the street from the theater entrance. Parking is available at the Barn Lot Theater parking lot, street side, and the lot behind the library.

Audition Format: Participants will perform a cold reading from the script.

Alternative Arrangements: If you're unable to attend the scheduled audition, please contact info@barnlottheater.org or call the theater at (270) 432-2276 to make alternative arrangements.

Rehearsals and Performances: Anticipate at least two rehearsals per week, with frequency increasing as the production date approaches. Depending on the role, actors may not be required to attend all rehearsals. Please bring any known schedule conflicts to auditions.

Participation Requirements: Any volunteer over the age of 18 requires a background check.

Cast List/Descriptions: Ages listed are for audition purposes only; the age of the actor cast in the role may differ from what’s described.

Note: The roles of Beatrice, Eaddy, Maude, Imogene, Sam, and Laureen have been cast by returning actors, but will be re-cast if any are unable to continue in the series. Those auditioning and not cast for a role may be considered to help the production in other ways.

CLOVIS CROWN – An awkward and nerdy senior citizen.

MARTHA PARCELL – A snooty senior citizen and the villain of the show.

HAZEL DILLARD – A Christmas-obsessed, squirrel-loving octogenarian.