Friday, May 1, 2026

For the weekend - Louisville and Southern Indiana theatre shows and auditions (Derby Eve 2026 edition)

Sure, it's Derby weekend, but that's not the only thing happening in Kentuckiana. Theatre shows are still going on in various parts of the area. Check out each shows through the links below.

Auditions are also taking place very soon. A newly posted one is occurring this weekend, and one from Shelby County Community Theatre is only a couple weeks away. Check out each one through the links below.

Looking to find out what others think about the various shows around the area? Check out Stagedoor Louisville for the latest reviews!

Happy Derby and enjoy!

Opening:

Washington County Theatre's Pied Piper Productions presents Charlotte's Web until May 3. Facebook group page

Ongoing shows: 

Jackson County Community Theatre presents Terms of Endearment until May 2. Show info

Central Kentucky Theatre presents the youth show The Spongebob Musical until May 3. Show info

KY Shakespeare presents The Tempest until May 24 as part of the Shakespeare in the Parks tour. Show info

Derby Dinner Playhouse presents Hairspray until May 17. Show info

Auditions: 

Black Rose Productions holding auditions for Nerdy Prudes Must Die on May 2 and 3. Facebook event page

Shelby County Community Theatre holding auditions for The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy on May 17 and 18. Audition info