All testimonials are from company reps who have attended

“We came. We saw. We hired! It is still entirely the best run mass audition.” Hal Cropp, Core Artist, The Commonweal Theatre Company

“The dance call was the best I’ve ever experienced.” Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre team

“UPTA is a wonderfully organized audition.” Isaac Bont, St. Croix Festival Theatre

“As a producer, and actor, UPTAs continues to be the least stressful, most positive experience for making talent comfortable to deliver their best, in a theatre setting for producers.” David Craven, Like the Dickens A cappella Quartets

“The conference is always well organized with friendly staff and volunteers. I look forward to attending next year!” Chelsea Anderson, The Phoenix Theatre Company

“Very well organized and seamless. Dance callbacks were especially swift.” Footlight Players team

“Everything ran very well!  You guys have this process down!” Disney Live Entertainment team

“The positive atmosphere from staff was a welcome sight.” Curt Dale Clark, Maine State Musical

“UPTA is so well-run and organized. As a company that hires over 100 touring actor/educators a year–it is a very effective hiring tool.” Amy Ellis, Missoula Children’s Theatre

“Very well organized, makes it easy as a producer!” Donna Warfield, Virginia Repertory Theatre

“As always, going to UPTAs is a pleasure. It is well organized and well attended.” Rebecca Shubart, VStar

“SO well organized! And such wonderful, kind people everywhere. THANK YOU! We found so much incredible talent!” John Keating, The Great American Melodrama

“As always, this is the most well-run audition conference by far. Thank you for your organization, positivity, and for a wonderful weekend!” Britt Hancock, Cumberland County Playhouse

“You all always go above and beyond. Thank you so much for all you do!” Greenville Theatre team

“UPTAs is a well-engineered machine that is fueled by the good hearts of the cordial and professional staff.” Houston Shakespeare Festival team

“UPTA is the most professional auditioning venue in the country.” Lees-McRae Summer Theatre team

“Great atmosphere for creative thinking, casting and interaction with other companies.” McLeod Summer Playhouse team

“I am in AWE of the staff. It is truly a pleasure to watch you all work together during my time in Memphis. Thank you for everything you do.” Meaghan Simpson, Texas Shakespeare Festival

“After attending various other auditions in NYC, I can honestly say that UPTAs (are) the most organized, most efficient, and most compassionate/caring auditions in the country. One of the highlights of my year.” Cathy Bush, Barter Theatre

“We go to a lot of these, and UPTA always feels like it runs the smoothest and has all of the information that we need available.” Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire team

“Excellent conference.  Well run and easy to navigate.” Whitney Jo, Playhouse on the Square

“I will sing your praises until the cows come home. Things are structured and organized, but not rigid. The little things like bathroom breaks after each round, snacks and medicine are so thoughtful and perfect! Thank YOU for all you, and your team, do. I know it can be a thankless job at times – so let me say it again; THANK YOU.” Emily Hubbard, Bright Star Theatre

“The UPTA team makes the audition experience great!” Unto These Hills team

“This was a well-oiled machine, and I would highly recommend to anyone!” Chris Faith, Sight & Sound Theatres

“UPTA’s is by far my favorite conference to attend. Everything is so well organized!” Erika Holmes, Norwegian Creative Studios

“I think you and your team are TOPS! You guys make this such an amazing experience for not only the companies for the talent as well! Thank you for all you do! We do not sing your praises enough!” Bryce McDonald, Cumberland County Playhouse

“The staff was lovely and communicative.” Greg Brown, Royal Caribbean Productions

“Efficiency and attention to detail are excellent.” American Stage team

“The UPTA staff was incredibly helpful. You all did a great job of making sure that even folks like us who were there for the first time knew exactly what was going on.” Ben Kutschied, LaZoom Tours

“(We) love the way you run this conference. We get a good amount of breaks and the schedule is always very close to on time and I love that. Thank you for all that you do.” Cedar Point Live Entertainment team

“I always look forward to UPTA each year. Thanks for always making us feel heard and taken care of.”  Lisa Chase, The REV Theatre

“As usual, it was a smooth sailing and I appreciate so much how kind you are to all of the actors (and producers) who attend every year!” Mel Hatch Douglas, Madcap Puppets

“I always feel totally informed and prepared” Michael Querio, Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre

“This audition runs like clockwork.” Todd Davison, Maples Repertory Theatre

“It is always good to come to UPTA and feel like everyone involved from volunteers to other theatre reps just want things to go well. It is always a positive and supportive environment.” Marybeth Clark, Charleston Stage

“UPTA was a very influential casting source for our season. The UPTA staff was efficient, friendly, and kept the experience positive for all involved.” Riley H. Risso, General Manager, Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival

“I appreciate the fact that UPTA actively seeks our feedback to adjust and improve UPTA from year to year. As a theatre representative, I feel that my input is valued and that makes for a friendlier conference. Thank you!” Annie Cady, Teaching Company Director, CLIMB Theatre Company

“I think this is the most organized, best-run audition I’ve ever been a part of!” Chris Becker, The National Theatre For Children