Tupelo Community Theatre will hold auditions for Once, book by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, on June 15 and 16 at 6 p.m. at TCT Off Broadway, 213 East Franklin Street.  Once, the TCT 2022-23 season opening show, received eleven Tony Award nominations, winning eight including Best Musical.

From the very first note, Once draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is the only show to have music that won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Olivier Award and a Tony Award.  On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, an unexpected friendship and collaboration quickly evolves into a powerful but complicated love story, underscored by emotionally charged music. 

Those auditioning should be adults aged 21 or older and everyone must sing.  Some characters also play instruments.  The cast includes an 8-10 year old girl. If you are interested in auditioning email [email protected] for an audition form and more information about how to prepare.   Tom Booth will direct with musical direction by David East. Production dates are August 25-27, 2022.  If you have questions email the director at [email protected] or call the TCT office at 662-844-1935.