Virgina Musical Theatre Auditions for Anastasia
Details: VMT is seeking adult actors, singers, and dancers (18 and older) for its upcoming production of Anastasia: The Musical, based on the beloved animated film. This sweeping musical follows Anya, a young woman searching for her identity after the Russian Revolution, on a journey from St. Petersburg to Paris. The show features well-known songs including “Journey to the Past” and “Once Upon a December.” Auditions are open to performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and abilities. Strong singing is required for all roles. Some roles require dance or ballet experience, while others are non-dancing. More Details: In-person auditions and callbacks will be held on: Sunday, January 18, 2026 Sunday, January 25, 2026 Video auditions are accepted Auditions include singing and a possible dance call Rehearsals begin March 31, 2026 and run through April 24, 2026 Rehearsals are evenings and weekends Production operates under an Equity Single Engagement Agreement (Category 2 – Tier B) Adult roles include: Lead and supporting roles such as Anya, Dmitry, Vlad, Gleb, Lily, the Dowager Empress, and adult ensemble roles portraying aristocrats, officers, dancers, and townsfolk. Some ensemble tracks require strong ballet technique. Location: Virginia Beach, VA 23462 Submission Deadline: January 23, 2026 Rate: Paid (Equity Single Engagement Agreement – Tier B) If interested, please apply.
11 roles
Playing age: 26 Lead role: Star Vehicle Vocal Range: G3-F5 (Belt to D5) “Disney style” Soprano Some dance movement required Anya is brave, fierce, witty, and above all determined. With no memory of her life before age 17 and having lived through the horrors of the Russian Revolution, Anya jumps at the sound of gunshots and is distrustful of strangers, but there is steel hiding just beneath the surface. Anya is strong-willed and compassionate.
Lead role Vocal Range: A2-G4 “Baritenor” with strong top notes Some dance movement required Dmitry is a scoundrel with a heart of gold. A street rat who grew into a conman, Dima does all he does to get out of poverty and is not above lying, cheating and stealing to do so-that is until he meets Anya.
Supporting Lead Role Vocal Range: A2-F4 Comic Baritone Must be a strong mover Vlad is Dimitry’s partner in crime and surrogate father. Before the revolution he scammed his way through society pretending to be a Count. Vlad is dramatic, crafty, and a big softie at heart. While he, like Dimitry, is not above lying, cheating and stealing, he cares greatly for his loved ones and is generally affable, though is also calculating when he needs to be.
Supporting Lead Role Vocal Range: A2-Gb4 Baritone with very strong upper register Non-Dancer Gleb is the villain of the show, though not really a bad person. He fully believes in the Communist ideals he follows – loyalty, honesty and hard work. Gleb almost has the potential to be a hero (he’s much the hero of his own story). A deeply conflicted person, Gleb’s infatuation (and borderline obsession) with Anya leads to his battle with the idea of doing one’s duty vs. doing what is right.
Supporting role Vocal Range: G3-C5 (sings a B5 at the end of “Land of Yesterday,” but most of the show she’s a Mezzo with an upper extension) Must be a strong dancer Lily is the Lady in Waiting to the Dowager Empress, a position she has held since before the revolution. Lily is clever, dutiful, and above all else, fun! She deals with her exile from Russia with a sort of resigned dark humor…and a LOT of Vodka.
Supporting role Vocal Range: F3-Bb4 A “regal” Mezzo Non-Dancer The Dowager Empress has lost everything she once held dear and must now put up with imposters who never allow her to grieve in peace. She is icy, proud, and regal (not to mention intimidating) to all but her family. Though she possesses a sharp wit, she does not employ it with Anya. She commands authority and attention the minute she enters a room.
Playing age: Early 40’s Ensemble role Vocal Range: High Soprano Some dance movement required
Playing age: 40’s-50’s Ensemble role Vocal Range: Baritone Some dance movement required
Playing age: 40-50 Ensemble role Vocal Range: Baritone Must be a good mover
Playing age: 20-30 Ensemble role Vocal Range: Must be strong dancer with strong ballet background to play Siegfried in “Swan Lake”
Playing age: 25-30 Ensemble role Vocal Range: Tenor Must be a strong mover
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