RTOP is holding open call auditions in person with virtual options to apply all year for the upcoming season.
Performances OCT 15-25
In Person Auditions: AUG 25th, 2026
Rehearsal Dates: SEPT 7 - OCT 14, 2026
Performance Dates: OCT 15 - 25, 2026
Performances FEB 18-28
In Person Auditions: AUG 25th, 2026
As needed additional auditions may be held on OCT 20th 2026
Rehearsal Dates: JAN 11 - FEB 17, 2027
Performance Dates: FEB 18 - 28, 2027
The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before.
Also plays Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.
A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her.
Also plays Martha.
The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her.
Also plays Delores.
The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.
Also plays Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.
An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her.
Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant.
Beverely: The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.
Annette: A schoolteacher at Gander Academy with an active fantasy life.
Also plays Reporter.
A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself.
Also plays Crystal and Brenda.
Nick: An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.
Doug: An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals.
Also plays Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.
Kevin T: The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation.
Garth: The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers.
Also plays President Bush.
Kevin J: Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible.
Ali: An Egyptian man traveling to America who experiences isolation and Islamophobia but who finds a connection to Beulah.
Also plays Dwight.
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.
Also plays Margie and Mickey.
A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness.
Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.
Performances APR 8 - 18
In Person Auditions: OCT 20, 2026
As needed additional auditions may be held on FEB 23, 2027
Rehearsal Dates: MAR 1 - APR 17, 2027
Performance Dates: APR 18 - 28, 2027
Age indicates the age to be played on stage and does not have to be the actor's actual age in real life.
Postman — middle-aged Irish man
Motorman — trolley car driver
Assembled Guests at Lon’s party
Ballroom Couples
Carolers