
Are you ready to bring holiday cheer to the stage? Generations Theater Company invites performers of all ages to audition for our festive, fun-filled production that celebrates family, community, and the magic of Christmas in West Texas!
Christmas in West Texas was usually pretty drab for ranch hands Smitty, Eddie, and Bubba – that is, until they find themselves scrambling to save their boss Sara’s ranch from being sold. Meanwhile, Sara must stay strong for her 9-year-old, Jordan, insisting that this be the best Christmas ever. Add a Christmas pageant into the mix, and it is a recipe for comedic misadventures – including a misplaced Santa and a runaway duck. This heartwarming holiday tale celebrates family and hope, sure to get you into the true spirit of Christmas!
Cast of Characters
- Smitty: The Foreman of the ranch, Smitty is a tall, rather rough-looking cowhand, usually soft-spoken and level-headed.
- Bubba: A round, jolly cowboy who dreams of far away places and having a good time.
- Eddie: The third member of the trio of ranch hands, Eddie is not very bright, but has a heart as big as the West Texas plains he rides along.
- Jordan Prientess: A precocious nine-year-old, facing life’s challenges with wisdom beyond their years.
- Sara Prientess: Widowed West Texas rancher in her 30s and mother to 9-year-old Jordan, she is a woman of untold worries, with the patience
and understanding to deal with it all. - Opal Robinson: Jordan’s teacher, who takes pride in helping her students shine whenever she can.
- Jason Benedict: A character with his eye on Sara’s ranch and its hands, adding an intriguing twist to our story.
Audition Details
- Audition Date: October 4, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: JC Grange – 1420 Kalmia Street, Junction City,OR 97448
- Rehearsals Begin: October 10, 2025
- Performances: November 28 – December 5, 2025
Audition Process
- Review the Character Descriptions to see which character(s) interest you (you may audition for more than one character).
- Review the Audition Materials by Character HERE.
- Review the Rehearsal Calendar HERE.
- Print and complete the Audition Form HERE.
- Schedule your Audition Timeslot at the bottom of this page by clicking the “GOING” button.
What To Bring
- Completed Audition Form.
- Printed audition materials for the character(s) you wish to audition for.
- Headshot or photo of yourself even if you have been in a GTC production before.
Performances
Mark your calendars for these 7 magical holiday performances:
- November 28, 2025: 7:30 PM
- November 29, 2025: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
- December 4, 2025: 7:30 PM
- December 5, 2025: 7:30 PM
- December 6, 2025: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Why Audition?
Experience: Be part of a beloved production that’s been delighting audiences for decades.
Community: Join a vibrant and creative local team of people who love theater!
Fun: Bring humor, heart, and your unique talent to life on stage.
Join The Team!
Want a BACKSTAGE pass to help us make this show a success? Every theater will tell you that it takes about four people backstage for every one person onstage to make a show a success, so we are always looking for help with sets, lights, sound, concessions, ushering, security, and more! Please reach out to us at info@jctheater.com if you are interested in knowing more about how you can serve alongside us at GTC!