AUDITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT

The Kitchen Witches – by Caroline Smith

Thorold Community Theatre invites performers to audition for its Spring 2026 production of the fast-paced, Canadian farce The Kitchen Witches.

This sharp, actor-driven comedy centres on timing, physicality, and strong character work. Performers should enjoy verbal sparring, heightened situations, and playing comedy with precision and commitment.

Isobel Lomax and Dolly Biddle are two “mature” cable-access cooking show hostesses who have hated each other for thirty years, ever since Larry Biddle dated one and married the other. When circumstances put them together on a TV show called The Kitchen Witches, the insults are flung harder than the food! 

Dolly’s long-suffering TV-producer son, Stephen, tries to keep them on track, but as long as Dolly’s dressing room is one inch closer to the set than Isobel’s, it’s a losing battle. The show becomes a ratings smash as Dolly and Isobel top both Martha Stewart and Jerry Springer!

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking performers who:

• Have strong comic timing and listening skills
• Are comfortable with fast dialogue and physical humour
• A willingness to lean into heightened situations
• Collaborative rehearsal-room energy
• An appreciation for farce, rhythm, and character-driven humour

Experience in comedy or farce is welcome, but curious, playful, and committed performers of all experience levels are encouraged to audition.

Roles: 2 Women, 2 Men

Audition Dates

• • Tuesday, January 6 at 7:30 PM

• Sunday, January 11 at 7:30 PM

📍 Auditions will be held at: 8 Carleton Street South, Thorold

Auditions will consist of readings from the script.
Sides will be provided.

Production Details

• Director: Cheyenne McIntyre
• Rehearsals:January–April 2026
• Performances: April 17, 18, 19 (matinee), 24 & 25
• Venue: Club Belvedere, Thorold

How to Audition

To book an audition or request more information, please contact:
📧 president@thoroldtheatre.ca
Subject line: Kitchen Witches Audition

Big personalities. Fast pacing. Laugh-out-loud Canadian comedy.

Building on Tradition, Acting on the Future

For 40 years, Thorold Theatre has brought laughter, mystery, and heartfelt storytelling to audiences across Niagara. From our church hall and now to community centres, banquet rooms to borrowed stages, we’ve truly lived up to newly adopted name as Thorold’s Vagabond Theatre—bringing the magic of live performance wherever there’s room for a stage and a story.

Our most recent productions, including The Sweet Sounds of Murder, have shown that the spirit of community theatre is alive and thriving. Each show is a collaboration of passionate volunteers—actors, directors, technicians, and supporters—who turn every venue into a home filled with creativity and connection.

Now, as we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’re looking ahead to the next act: finding a permanent home for Thorold Theatre. A place where imagination can flourish, stories can take root, and the next generation of performers can shine.

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Thorold Theatre has been enriching the Niagara Region since 1986, using the performing arts to entertain, connect, and inspire our community. As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on ticket sales and the generous support of community-minded businesses to bring our productions to life. With a dedicated volunteer board and production team, we’ve embraced flexibility to deliver unique and unforgettable theatrical experiences. Whether it’s a classic stage production, a creative audio drama, or something entirely new, we’re committed to keeping the arts vibrant and accessible for everyone in Niagara.