What happens when three actors attempt to perform every Christmas story ever told in 90 minutes? Complete holiday chaos—in the best possible way. From Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to the Grinch, Rudolph, and everything in between, Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy packed with outrageous characters, wild costume changes, and enough holiday cheer to fill Santa’s sleigh.

Performance & Rehearsal Dates

Performances will be December 4 – 27, 2026. There will be no performances on December 24 – 25. Rehearsals will begin in early November. Exact rehearsal dates and times will be scheduled after casting to accommodate actor schedules wherever possible.

Character Breakdown

Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) is written in the style of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)and features an ensemble of three performers who serve as storytellers, comedians, improvisers, and character actors.

Actors remain onstage for most of the show, rapidly transforming between characters such as Santa Claus, Scrooge, the Grinch, Rudolph, Nativity figures, and many, many others.

We seek a diverse ensemble of adult performers of all genders, races, ethnicities, body types, and backgrounds.

Performers must be comfortable with broad comedy, audience interaction, improvisation, and emceeing. Strong ensemble skills, comedic timing, physical expressiveness, adaptability, and high energy are essential for this joyful, fast-paced holiday comedy.

PERFORMER 1
The devoted traditionalist, determined to preserve the spirit of Christmas, no matter what chaos erupts around them.

PERFORMER 2
The enthusiastic instigator who believes every problem can be solved with more energy, more commitment, and less restraint.

PERFORMER 3
The voice of reason who spends the evening fighting theatrical anarchy—and usually losing.

Compensation

Actors will be given a stipend of $1,500. We are unable to offer Equity contracts for this production.

Auditions

Auditions and callbacks will be held at Penfold Theatre, 2120 N. Mays St, Ste #290 Round Rock, TX 78664.

Auditions are on Tuesday, June 23, in the afternoon and evening. Please complete the form below to request an audition time. Then prepare the following for your audition:

• A side from the play, which you will be given with your audition time
• A 60-second monologue from a Christmas movie, play, book, etc. of your choosing, and in the spirit of the play
• An acapella verse or chorus from your favorite non-traditional Holiday Seasonal Song

If you are unable to attend in person you may submit a video audition instead. To do so, please fill out the audition form, and once complete, you may email your video link to scott@penfoldtheatre.org by 5pm on Tuesday, June 23rd.

Callbacks are on Tuesday, June 30. Additional sides from the play, along with more specific information, will be provided following the auditions. Please note, callbacks will be in person only.