January 12, 2026 by Tim Kowols

If you have ever wanted to act on stage at the Steve & Jackie Kane Theatre at Third Avenue PlayWorks in Sturgeon Bay, move your schedule around on Wednesday. Third Avenue PlayWorks will host open auditions for its 2026 season on Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m., with a break from 4 to 5 p.m.

The performing arts organization is looking to fill 19 roles for actors ranging in age from their 20s to 80s for its upcoming season.

“There is so much talent here in Northeast Wisconsin, and we are always excited to get a chance to meet new folks,” said Jacob Janssen, Jackie & Steve Kane artistic director. “If you have ever thought it might be fun to try your hand at acting, we encourage you to audition.”

The upcoming season includes productions of Heroes, Moonlight and Magnolias, Red Herring, The Call List, and It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Door County. Janssen said last month that he believes the slate of shows will generate conversation in the community.

The 2026 season kicks off April 22 with Heroes. Those planning to audition are encouraged to set up an appointment with Third Avenue PlayWorks and prepare two contrasting monologues with a combined length of no more than five minutes.

If you are not quite ready to audition, registration is open for Third Avenue PlayWorks Theatre Workshops for teens and adults beginning in March.