We welcome you to perform with us. Each semester (fall, spring, and summer) the college academic departments in Dance, Music, and Theater offer classes you can enroll in to be part of the fun. See below for each department’s process and contact information.

THEATER

Each semester (fall, spring and summer), COD Theater Department stages two productions. Auditions are held at the beginning of each academic term. Call 630.942.3008 or email CTauditions@cod.edu to be added to the audition email list.

NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. All actors must audition for both productions. Bring 2 copies of the audition form (attached) with you to auditions. Be prepared to do short group improvisations for Alice in TV-Land and dance/sing for Cinderella. Bring 16 bars prepared for Cinderella. Sides will be provided at callbacks, if necessary. Callbacks are by invitation only and actors will be emailed on Friday night if callbacks occur. Please note that these shows are classes. If you are cast in either production, you are required to register for Theater 2211. Permission to register for this class will take place following auditions.

If you are interested in helping behind-the-scenes, please email:
– Tech, Construction, and Run Crew: Sabrina Zeidler (zeidlers@cod.edu)
– Costumes, Hair and Makeup: Kim Morris (morrisk178@cod.edu)

Summer College Theater Auditions

Thursday, April 24: 7-10p
Friday, April 25: 1-4p
Call Backs, Saturday, April 26: 12-3p
Location: MAC Room 192

Alice in TV-Land script created through improvisation by cast and director

Directed by Assistant Professor Daniel Millhouse

Performance Dates: June 23 – July 20 (Tours throughout the county)

Synopsis: Lights. Camera. Action! When Alice stumbles into the dazzling world of TV-Land, she is swept into a whirlwind of sitcoms, wacky gameshow hosts, and over-the-top personalities. But when the powerful producer, the Red Queen, starts calling all the shots, Alice must find her voice and stand up for what’s right. Break out your TV guide and get ready for a fast-paced, fun-filled adventure where you become the live-studio audience!

Cinderella Music by Richard Rodgers | Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II

New Book by Douglas Carter Beane | Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II

Director Amelia Barrett | Music Director Dan Brennan | Choreographer Kyle Donahue

Performance Dates: July 11-20 (Belushi Performance Hall)
Synopsis: Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane.

Summer 2025 Audition Form

MUSIC

Find a musical community and experience the joy of performing in one of COD’s many ensembles. Musicians of all ages are welcome to join. Select ensembles require an audition to join and/or for placement. Students register for all ensembles.

Learn more about the COD Music Program here.

Daytime Ensembles

Concert Choir (MUS1120): meets Mon/Wed/Fri 11-11:50a

• Contact Professor Patrick O’Shea,  osheap709@cod.edu
• No audition required

Jazz/Pop Combos (MUS1190): meets Mon/Wed & Tue/Thur 12:30-1:45p

• Contact Director Matt Shevitz, shevitzm@cod.edu
• Placement auditions as needed

Chamber Singers (MUS1130): meets Tues/Thurs at 11a-12:15p

• Contact Professor Patrick O’Shea,  osheap709@cod.edu
• Audition required

Percussion Ensemble (MUS1192): meets Tuesday/Thursday at 2-3:15p

• Contact Director Ben Wahlund, wahlundb@cod.edu
• No audition required

Guitar Ensemble (MUS1193): meets Tuesday/Thursday at 11-11:50a

• Contact Director Steve Ramsdell, ramsdell@cod.edu
• No audition required

Evening Ensembles

Chamber Orchestra (MUS1141): meets Tuesday 7-9:50p

• Contact Professor Mark Liu,  lium1612@cod.edu
• Placement audition necessary.

DuPage Chorale (MUS1150): meets Monday 7-9:50p

• Contact Professor Patrick O’Shea,  osheap709@cod.edu
• Audition required

DuPage Community Concert Band (MUS1180): meets Monday 7-9:50p

• Contact Mark Taylor, taylorm1100@cod.edu
• Placement audition as needed

DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble (MUS1181): meets Wednesday 7-9:50p

• Contact Director Matt Shevitz, shevitzm@cod.edu
• Placement auditions as needed

DANCE

COD Dance Program presents performances showcasing the work of imaginative student choreographers, faculty and guest artists. Class work as well as individual pieces are presented.

Faculty, Guest Artist, and Student Choreographers/Dancers Informational Meeting
Come learn about performing in the Dance Concerts – all are welcome to join, no experience required

• Fall: Tuesday, Aug. 20, 3 – 5:15 pm, PEC Room 145
• Spring: Tuesday, Jan 28, 3 – 5:15 pm, PEC Room 145

All informational meetings and rehearsals will take place in PE Room 145. Questions or for more information email Jessica Kondrath kondrathj@cod.edu