Pride and Prejudice
adapted by Jon Jory from the novel by Jane Austen
Auditions December 13 6-9 PM or December 14 6-9 PM
Performances February 11-14, 2026 at the Mishler Theatre
Directed by Becky Robinson
Open auditions for this romantic and witty stage update of Jane Austen’s classic novel will take place Sunday December 13 and Monday December 14 from 6 PM in the Altoona Community Theatre Rehearsal Hall, 1213 12th Street, Downtown Altoona.
Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Audition scenes can be found here for anyone who would like to prepare, but you’re welcome to audition without advance prep as well.
Actors must be available for all performances (February 11, 12, 13 at 7:30 PM, February 14 at 2 PM). Availability for rehearsals will be asked at auditions, please be prepared to list all conflicts from auditions to performance dates. If you are unable to attend general auditions, please contact the ACT Office at least two weeks in advance to discuss scheduling an alternative audition time.
Auditionees need only attend one night of open auditions unless asked to attend callbacks, expected to take place the evening of Tuesday, December 15 as needed.
Rehearsals are expected to begin after the new year, with read-through and the potential for some dialect work prior to the holidays. Rehearsals are expected to occur mainly weekday evenings, some weekends as needed. Subject to change based on actor availability.
About the Show:
Set in Regency Era England, Pride and Prejudice follows the clever Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates family chaos, sharp-tongued rivals, and the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Jon Jory’s 2005 spirited stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1813 novel is fresh, fast-paced, and brimming with wit, warmth, and the social sparks that fly when pride meets prejudice.
This romantic, laugh-filled story celebrates how miscalculated misunderstandings give way to heart-felt honesty and second chances. Perfect for families, date nights, and lovers of classic storytelling, join us for an unforgettable night of charm, and the timeless discovery that love often arrives when we least expect it.
Available Roles
All roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.
A note on accents: All roles call for British accents. While accents are welcome at auditions, don’t worry about mastering an accent for auditions. We’re looking for actors who can commit to a character’s energy and intention. Accent work will occur in rehearsal for anyone cast.
Characters:
- Mr. Bennet: A sarcastic and detached father who favors Elizabeth but neglected his estate’s financial future
- Mrs. Bennet: A noisy, foolish, and dramatic matchmaker obsessed with marrying off her five daughters.
- Jane Bennet: The eldest and most beautiful Bennet sister. Has an easy pleasantness
- Elizabeth Bennet: The second Bennet daughter. Elizabeth is the most intelligent and sensible of the five Bennet sisters. Sharp-witted, independent, and intelligent
- Mary Bennet: The middle sister, who is bookish, pedantic, and fond of lecturing others on morality
- Kitty Bennet: The fourth sister, easily influenced. Will follow Lydia in any endeavor
- Lydia Bennet: The youngest sister, who is impulsive, immature, and impetuous
- Mr. Darcy: wealthy, handsome, and aristocratic gentleman. He is proud, aloof, and honorable.
- Georgiana Darcy: Mr. Darcy’s shy, sweet-tempered, and accomplished younger sister
- Mr. Bingley: Darcy’s best friend. A young man of considerable wealth, who is good-humored, easy going, and remarkably easy going.
- Miss Bingley: Charles Bingley’s snobbish younger sister who looks down on the Bennets
- Mr. Gardner: The Bennet sisters’ kind and accommodating uncle. Mrs. Bennet’s brother
- Mrs. Gardner: The Bennet sisters’ sensible and amiable aunt.
- Sir William Lucas: Neighbor of the Bennets. He is affable, yet pretentious
- Charlotte Lucas: Sir William’s daughter, and Elizabeth’s best friend. Older than the Bennet sisters, she is pragmatic and sensible.
- Col. Fitzwilliam: Mr. Darcy’s cousin. Perceptive and easy to talk to, a contrasting personality to Darcy.
- Mr. Collins: Mr. Bennet’s distant cousin and heir to Longborn by entailment, and clergyman to Lady Catherine. He is pompous, self important, and ridiculous.
- Lady Catherine De Bourgh: Arrogant, bossy, and haughty noblewoman. Mr. Darcy’s and Col Fitzwilliam’s aunt. .
Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming, genderqueer, transgender, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.
Questions can be directed to the ACT Office.
Phone: 814-943-4357
Email: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
Come From Away is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com