Walk Through 75 Years of Theatre History

Costume Parade Runway Casting | Elevation Hall × Belleville Theatre Guild

Be part of something special!

Elevation Hall is proud to partner with the Belleville Theatre Guild to celebrate 75 years of theatre, creativity, and unforgettable costumes with a one-of-a-kind Costume Parade Runway Show.

We are looking for models and performers of all ages, sizes, and experience levels to bring the Guild’s incredible costume collection to life on the runway.

From theatrical characters and vintage-inspired looks to extraordinary costumes from decades of local productions, this is an opportunity to step into a piece of theatre history and share it with our community.

Whether you are an experienced model, a performer, a young aspiring talent, or simply someone who loves theatre and dressing up, we would love to meet you and invite you to audition!


Event Details

Costume Parade Fashion Show

Saturday, October 3, 2026.

2:00–4:00 p.m.

Costume Fitting & Rehearsal

Thursday, October 1, 2026.

6:00 p.m. - 8:00p.m. (Kids may be released earlier)

Audition Location

Eighty Twenty Studios

270 Front Street, 3rd Floor

Belleville, Ontario


Audition Dates

➡️ Saturday, September 19

2:00–3:00 p.m.

➡️ Monday, September 21

5:30–7:00 p.m.

RSVP at the link below. You will receive a reminder email 24 hours before each casting. Drop in, fill out forms, take a quick video, walk, and ask any questions. Each audition will be about 10 mins.

Can't make either date? No problem! Email us to arrange an alternative audition time or request self-tape instructions to audition from home.

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What to Expect at Your Audition

We want to see your personality, presence, and potential!

At your casting, we will have the opportunity to meet you, learn a little about you, and see you walk. We are looking for a diverse group of individuals who can bring our unique collection of theatrical costumes to life.

You do not need to prepare a professional portfolio or have previous runway experience to attend.


What to Wear

Come dressed to show us your natural style, confidence, and potential on the runway.

  • Wear simple, fitted clothing that allows us to see your posture and movement.

  • Choose a fitted top with leggings, jeans, or pants in a neutral colour.

  • Female models aged 13 and older: please bring or wear heels if you have them.

  • Children and male models: please bring clean indoor shoes.

  • Keep accessories simple, and wear your hair neatly away from your face if possible.

Most importantly, come as you are! We welcome first-time models and performers.


What Happens Next?

Selected participants will be contacted with further details about costume fittings, and rehearsal.

All selected models must be available for the costume fitting and rehearsal on Thursday, October 1 at 6:00 p.m. Please let us know if you have any date/time conflicts.


Ready to Join the Show?

Casting is free, and everyone is welcome to audition.

Come meet us, take a walk on the runway, and become part of this special celebration of 75 years of costumes and community theatre.

Reserve your free casting spot below!

Workshops are an extra option available upon request.

We can't wait to meet you.

RSVP

Optional runway workshops to refresh or master your skills, walk, and poses for the runway. These workshops are offered on Saturday, September 26th.