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.

All actors must audition for both productions. Please download and fill out two audition forms and bring to auditions. (Form will be posted on this page soon.) PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE BEGINNING OF THE AUDITIONS. We will do a short ‘orientation’ for all and cold readings from the script.

NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. If you are cast in a production, you are required to register for a COD class. (Permission to register 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)

Fall 2026 College Theater Auditions
Thursday, Aug. 20 at 7p
Friday, Aug 21 at 1p
Call backs: Saturday, Aug. 22 at 12p
Location: MAC Room 188

Youth Auditions for A Christmas Carol
Saturday, Oct. 18 at 10a

Picasso at the Lapin Agile by Steve Martin
Directed by Daniel Millhouse
Performance Dates: Oct. 8 – 18 (Playhouse Theatre)
Synopsis: A clever, fast-paced comedy brings together two icons, Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein before either achieved fame. Set in 1904 at the Lapin Agile, a cafe in Paris, the future icons debate art, science and genius while surrounded by a colorful cast of locals and eccentrics. Even geniuses need a night out in this thought-provoking comedy.

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, Adapted by William J. Norris
Directed by Amelia Barrett
Performance Dates: Nov. 20-29 (Belushi Performance Hall)
In this family-friendly 70-minute show by William J. Norris, Charles Dickens’ treasured tale of Ebenezer Scrooge is performed by a high-spirited cast of 50 local actors and children creating the perfect family event to usher in the holiday season!

Spring 2027 College Theater Auditions
Thursday, Jan. 21 at 7p
Friday, Jan. 22 at 1p
Call backs: Saturday, Jan. 23 at 12p
Location: MAC Room 188

All My Sons by Arthur Miller
Directed by Daniel Millhouse
Performance Dates: Feb 25 – March 14 (Studio Theater)
Synopsis: Joe Keller commits a crime and frames his business partner Herbert Deever but years later his sin comes back to haunt him when Joe’s son plans to marry Deever’s daughter. Moral consequences are beginning to close in on him. Winner of the 1947 Tony Award for Best Author, the play explores social responsibility, familial duty and the corruption of the American Dream.

The Good Doctor by Neil Simon
Directed by Amelia Barrett
Performance Dates: April 8 – 18, 2026 (Playhouse Theatre)
Synopsis: Neil Simon’s witty and heartfelt collection of short plays inspired by the stories of Anton Chekhov. Each vignette introduces a set of new characters – from a feisty old woman confronting a banker to a father awkwardly guiding his son into adulthood. A narrator, modeled after Chekhov himself, ties the stories together with infectious humor and insight.

Summer 2027 College Theater Auditions
Monday, Apr. 26 at 7p
Tuesday, Apr. 27 at 1p
Call backs: Wednesday, Apr. 28 at 12p
Location: MAC Room 192
(Productions TBA)

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.

Student Choreographers/Dancers Informational Meeting
Come learn about performing/choreographing for the dance concerts – all are welcome to join, no experience required.

Tuesday, Jan 27, 3-5:30p

Thursday, Jan 29, 3-5:30p

All informational meetings and rehearsals will take place in PEC Room 145.

Emergence Spring Dance Concert:

Friday, Apr 24, 7:30p

Questions or for more information email Jessica Kondrath kondrathj@cod.edu