Starhouse Theatre Collective

07/11/2026

At The Yard Coffee !

07/11/2026

Come on down to The Yard Coffee today between 11 and 3 to buy some one of a kind art and support free theatre!

07/10/2026

Presenting: a sneak preview of some of the art from the Starhouse community that will be available at the gallery and fundraiser this Saturday at The Yard Coffee - 11am-3pm! Swing by and support local theatre!

07/09/2026

Starhouse is seeking a few more actors to fill out our cast of Giselle!

Giselle is an original musical adaptation of Adolphe Adam’s 1841 romantic ballet of the same name, loosely reconfiguring the plot of the original ballet into a kaleidoscopic ghost story told through
Appalachian folksong, written and composed by Cassian Grove and Rory John. Five archetypal storytellers weave together history, myth, and song to bring the story to life in an immersive show about
vengeance, dancing, and death.

Rehearsals have begun and are Tues-Fri, 6:30-9:30pm in San Jose. Not all actors are called to every rehearsal! The show performs August 29 and 30.

If you're interested in participating but not prepared to audition, please reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss with us.

Full information and audition instructions here: https://starhouseatc.com/auditions

ROLES:
(Ages are approximate)

The Carpenter — 40+
An older man, symbolizing wisdom, comforts of home, and creation. One short solo in an Appalachian folk style, baritone to
tenor

The Miller — 18-40
A younger man, symbolizing patriarchal leadership and bounty of harvest. One short solo in an Appalachian folk style, baritone to
tenor

The Preacher — 18+
A fire-and-brimstone Southern Baptist preacher

**Please note that as Starhouse ATC is a not-for-profit organization, all work is on a volunteer basis.**

06/17/2026

Starhouse is seeking a few more actors to fill out our cast of Giselle!

Giselle is an original musical adaptation of Adolphe Adam’s 1841 romantic ballet of the same name, loosely reconfiguring the plot of the original ballet into a kaleidoscopic ghost story told through
Appalachian folksong, written and composed by Cassian Grove and Rory John. Five archetypal storytellers weave together history, myth, and song to bring the story to life in an immersive show about
vengeance, dancing, and death.

Rehearsals have begun recently and are Tues-Fri, 6:30-9:30pm in San Jose. Not all actors are called to every rehearsal!

If you're interested in participating but not prepared to audition, please reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss with us.

Full information and audition instructions here: https://starhouseatc.com/auditions

ROLES:
(Ages are approximate)

Bathilde — 25-35
A kindly but out-of-touch noblewoman, and Albrecht’s fiancée. No solos, some minor group singing
(Note—Bathilde will be dual-cast with Myrtha)

Myrtha — 25-35
The Queen of the Wilis, equal parts maternally compassionate to her own and cut-throat to her enemies. Multiple solos, largely in a theatrical or operatic style, one in a more reserved folk style. Alto-to-soprano ideal, but open to actor interpretation
(Note—Myrtha will be dual-cast with Bathilde)

The Carpenter — 40+
An older man, symbolizing wisdom, comforts of home, and creation. One short solo in an Appalachian folk style, baritone to
tenor

The Miller — 18-40
A younger man, symbolizing patriarchal leadership and bounty of harvest. One short solo in an Appalachian folk style, baritone to
tenor

The Preacher — 18+
A fire-and-brimstone Southern Baptist preacher

**Please note that as Starhouse ATC is a not-for-profit organization, all work is on a volunteer basis.**

GISELLEGiselle is an original musical adaptation (written and scored by Cassian Grove and Rory John) of Adolphe Adam’s 1841 romantic ballet of the same name, which loosely reconfigures the plot of the original ballet into a kaleidoscopic ghost story told through Appalachian folksong. When the sick...

06/06/2026

06/03/2026

SAN JOSÉ-BASED THEATRE COMPANY SEEKS ACTORS TO PLAY MALE CHARACTERS FOR FOLK MUSICAL ADAPTATION OF GISELLE (Updated!)
We had some amazing auditions and callbacks, but due to some actors no longer being available, we are extending casting for certain roles.
More detailed information and instructions on how to submit a video audition can be found here: https://starhouseatc.com/auditions (if you need a side to read, reach out to [email protected]!)

ALBRECHT—25-35, tenor. The Duke of Silesia, a nobleman who disguises himself as a peasant to woo Giselle. Strong dancer preferred.

THE CARPENTER—40+, baritone-to-tenor. An older man, symbolizing wisdom, comforts of home, and creation.

THE MILLER—18-40, baritone-to-tenor. A younger man, symbolizing patriarchal leadership and bounty of harvest.

THE PREACHER—18+, any range. A fire-and-brimstone Southern Baptist preacher. A small role with the opportunity for more.

Performances on August 29th and 30th. Rehearsals have begun and are held Tuesday-Friday, 6:30pm-9:30pm, in San Jose.

PLEASE NOTE THAT STARHOUSE ATC IS A FULLY NOT-FOR-PROFIT THEATRE, AND THUS ALL WORK IS ON A VOLUNTEER BASIS