AUDITIONS FOR THE 2009-2010 Season
Elibible are: Students who will be Juniors or Seniors in the fall of 2009.
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR THE AUDITION/INTERVIEW?
Don't let the auditions scare you. Auditions are used primarily to get to know you and to determine your level of training. This helps us establish the best use of curriculum for the group. We do everything possible to make the audition experience a friendly and positive one. Relax... Enjoy!
The process is simple:
1. Speak with your home school guidance counselor and inform him or her about your desire to participate in the Excel-Tecc Performing Arts Academy at Chagrin Falls. You will need to fill out an application form, which your guidance counselor will provide for you.
2. You should contact the Director, Mr. Tom Fulton, at tomfulton@chagrinacademy.org or by calling him at the Academy: 440-247-2072 x4334.
a) you may arrange a private audition
-or-
b) you may audition on the Excel Tecc Interview Day at Mayfield High School on February 18, 2009
Since enrollment is limited, is highly recommended that you sign up for an audition as early as possible.
YOUR AUDITION MATERIALS
Your audition should consist of two contrasting monologues or one monologue and one song. Monologue and songs should be no more than 2 minutes each. Accompaniment is usually provided, however some special auditions will be without an accompanist. Students should come prepared with sheet music, but also be prepared to sing
a cappella (without accompaniment).
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING TO THE AUDITION?
- A photo - either head shot or a recent snapshot, or school picture. Even if all you have is a snapshot, a photo is required.
- A resume outlining your performing arts experience (if any). Previous experience is not required.
- A letter of recommendation from a theatre, drama, or music program that you have been involved with or a character reference
- Sheet Music for the song. It would be best if you bring actual sheet music or music that is bound so that it lays flat on the piano. Individual sheets should be put into sheet protectors in a small notebook so the pianist can turn pages without having them fall onto the floor.
- A memorized monologue.
A list of recommended selections is as follows:
MONOLOGUE ASSISTANCE
We have provided some sample monologues below. If you need any advice on choosing a monologue, ask the director.
A number of excellent books are available for assistance in monologue selection. A few are listed below for your convenience.
- Monologues for Young Actors by Lorainne Cohen
- The Ultimate Audition Book for Teens: 111 One-Minute Monologues by Janet B. Milstein
- Magnificent Monologues for Teens: The Teens' Monologue Source for Every Occasion by Chambers Stevens
VOCAL SELECTION ASSISTANCE
- The Actor's Songbook (Women's or Men's)
Hal Leonard Publisher
- Musical Theatre Classics (Soprano, Mezzo, Tenor, Baritone/Bass) Hal Leonard Publisher
- Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology Vol. 1-4 (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass)
Hal Leonard Publisher
HOW TO DRESS FOR YOUR AUDITION
You should dress in casual, comfortable clothing which allows for easy movement. |
