Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, September 19, 2026 — The Hampton History Museum has announced open auditions for its upcoming annual Horror Tour. The auditions will take place on September 22 and September 23 at the museum itself, situated at 120 Old Hampton Lane in downtown Hampton.

Prospective cast members are invited to attend these open tryouts to be considered for roles in the museum’s popular annual event. The Horror Tour is a recurring attraction that typically draws visitors interested in historical themes presented with a frightening twist. Details regarding specific roles available, character descriptions, or the exact nature of the Horror Tour performances were not provided in the announcement.

The audition dates are set for September 22 and September 23. The precise times for these auditions were not specified. Similarly, information regarding age requirements for applicants, any specific skills needed such as acting experience or vocal projection, or what materials auditionees should prepare (e.g., monologues, specific scenes) has not been made public. Information on what happens next for successful candidates, such as rehearsal schedules or performance dates beyond the general timeframe of an annual tour, was also not included.

The museum, located at 120 Old Hampton Lane, serves as the venue for both the auditions and the tour itself, placing the event in the heart of downtown Hampton. Interested individuals are encouraged to attend on the specified dates. Further details about the audition process or the Horror Tour may be available directly from the Hampton History Museum, though such information was not part of the initial announcement.


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