Purlie is the 2026 DG Main Stage production. “From the composers of Shenandoah comes this ebullient musical adaptation of Ossie Davis’ hit play Purlie Victorious, in which a strutting, newfangled preacher man outwits an oppressive plantation owner.”

Audition Dates/Times:
For Singers:
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10am to 1pm

For Dancers:
Saturday, October 18, 2025
2pm to 4pm

Call for reservations: 757-247-8950

Audition Requirements:

Vocal Audition: All auditionees must come prepared with 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Backing tracks unless specified no acapella please.

Monologue (Optional) 1-minute contemporary or classical monologue showcasing emotional range and character work.

Dance Audition: A short combination will be taught on-site.  Please wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear. Bring water and be prepared to move.

Callbacks: If selected for callbacks, you may be asked to sing from the show, read lines, or learn choreography.

Auditionees should arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled audition time to complete audition forms. Auditionees should plan on staying for the entirety of the audition or until dismissed by the director.

PURLIE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

PURLIE

Book by Ossie Davis, Phillip Rose and Peter Udell

Music by Peter Udell

Lyrics by Gary Geld

Based on the play Purlie Victorious by Ossie Davi