The Sammamish Arts Commission is holding auditions for local artists this Friday and Saturday, Aug. 27 and 28, at Sammamish Commons in City Hall. The commission is looking for artists who specialize in the performing arts, such as theater, dance, music and the spoken word. Artists who are selected will be added to the art commission’s roster of performers for the coming year.

The commission encourages artists of all ages to audition, however, registration is required. For more information or to register for an audition time, e-mail sacarts@gmail.com and put TALENT in the subject line.