Audition Packet: OKLAHOMA!
We are extremely excited for this year’s musical! We need actors, singers, and dancers with enthusiasm and professionalism who are prepared to work hard, while having a ton of fun. In this packet you will find everything you need to know about this year’s musical. Please read the following information carefully so you are sure to attend the correct audition dates. Also, you will not be considered for a lead role if you do not submit yourcommitment letter, activity fee, audition application, and grade check at auditions. For more information and materials, visit the “Call Board” in the A-Wing Music hallway or ask Mrs. Crowe (E206) or Mrs. Brhel (Music Office/Choir/Orchestra). Auditions will take place as follows:
Tuesday, November 19th
3:00-???Lead Roles: Singing/Acting Audition Attend this date if you want to be considered for a part that has lines and/or songs. Sign-up when you arrive and you will audition in that order. You will be placed in a group and will have two parts to the audition: singing and characterization. Prepare one of the songs in this packet; select appropriately for the role(s) you are interested in performing. Also, prepare two of the provided lines, focusing on characterization. (You must also attend Thursday’s Choreography audition.)
Wednesday, November 20th
3:00p.m.-4:30p.m.Chorus Audition: Singing with a Group Attend this if you want to be a part of the show, but are not interested in a speaking role or specialty dancing role. No need to prepare anything. (You must also attend Thursday’s Choreography audition.)
Thursday, November 21st
3:00p.m.-6:00p.m. Choreography ALL CALLAnyone wanting to be cast in the show (lead role or chorus) must attend the choreography audition this year. We need to see how you move! A routine will be taught during the first 30 minutes, followed by small groups performing that routine. After that, select students will be asked to stay to perform a more difficult routine to be considered for a specialty dancer role. A Choreography Callback audition will take place on Nov. 25th as needed.
Monday, November 25th 3:15-6:00
Call Back Audition We will call back anybody who we would like to hear again. If you are not called back, you still might beconsideredfor a role as we may not have callbacks for every role in the show. The Callback List will be posted on-line and outside the chorus room after school on November 22nd. No need to prepare anything for callbacks.
Tuesday, November 26th 3:15-????
Call Back Audition ContinuedWe will only use this date if we are unable to complete callbacks on November 25th.
The final cast list will be posted on-line over Thanksgiving Break.
What to bring:
When you audition, bring your Commitment Letter signed by a parent/guardian, your $50 Activity Fee, your Audition Application, and your Audition Grade Check Form. All forms must be complete to be considered for any part. If you will be attending the choreography audition, please wear appropriate shoes and clothing.
First Rehearsals/Meetings:
Rehearsals will begin with an all cast meeting and choreography rehearsal on Monday, December 2nd (3-5:30pm). See the calendar for the December Rehearsal Schedule. January, February, and March schedules will be posted soon. There will be a parent/cast meeting at 7:00p.m. on Monday, December 9th in the Auditorium. Rehearsals will take place in the Choir Room, Orchestra Room, and/or Auditorium located in the A-wing. See the schedule on the callboard and posted on-line for more details.
Break a leg!
Dear Parent/Guardian,
We are excited to announce that this year’s South Elgin High School Musical is Oklahoma! In order to prepare for a successful show, it is vital that students are able to attend all rehearsals. New information, music and staging is taught at each rehearsal and it is quite difficult to make-up these instructions for one individual when the majority have already learned, practiced and moved forward. Please examine the calendar provided on the SEHS Choral website and schedule (or re-schedule) conflicts accordingly. Take note that your son or daughter may not be needed at certain rehearsals depending on his/her role in the show. This schedule may change slightly throughout the next three months and some rehearsals are TBA at this time; if necessary, a new schedule will be sent home approximately a week in advance of any schedule changes. Also, the final two weeks of rehearsals can be long and stressful. Please be accommodating as some rehearsals may run longer than scheduled in order to adequately prepare for performances. Important: If a student misses instruction for a particular song or scene he/she will not perform in that song or scene. In addition, one unexcused absence may result in dismissal from the cast. If your student will be absent from school, please contact either of us so that he or she will be excused from rehearsal. Furthermore, your son or daughter must maintain passing grades in order to participate. A grade check must be completed prior to auditions; if a student is struggling in classes, we may not be able to consider him or her for a leading role on stage or in the pit.
In addition, to participate in the show each cast and pit member must pay an activity fee of $50.00. This fee will cover a cast t-shirt, scripts and music, lunch between our in-school matinee performances, and dinner between our two Saturday performances. This fee can be paid by check or cash and is due at auditions. Checks are made payable to South Elgin High School. Additionally, students will need to provide their own make-up and may also need to provide some of their own costume pieces for the show.
We are looking forward to a fun and exciting production process. However, any show requires a huge amount of work; to help our students perform a top quality production we are asking for any additional help you may be able to offer. There will be a parent/cast meeting to discuss the show and areas where help is needed. We will meet at 7:00p.m. on Monday, December 9th in theAuditorium. Please be prepared to offer assistance in an area where you may be able (i.e. Props, costumes, supervision, box office, concessions, set construction, publicity, fund raising, etc.). More information will follow at the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Thank you,
Karen BrhelCarrie Crowe
847-289-3760 x3486847-289-3760 x3409
(This portion must be signed and turned in by your son or daughter at auditions.)
My son/daughter, ______, has my permission to be cast in Oklahoma! I have carefully read the rehearsal schedule/calendar that is posted on-line and understand that my son/daughter must attend the mandatory rehearsals and performance dates listed. I also understand that my child may be removed from the cast due to any unexcused absence from rehearsal, unacceptable behavior, ineligibility due to failing grades, or poor school attendance. I have included the $50.00 activity fee with this permission form, and I am aware of the parent/cast meeting at 7:00p.m. on Monday, December 9th.
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(Parent/guardian signature)(Parent/guardian e-mail address)
By signing this form, I indicate that I understand I must be passing 5 classes while involved in this production; otherwise, I would be considered ineligible by South Elgin High School's extracurricular activity policy. Furthermore, I realize that my adherence to the rehearsal schedule is crucial for the success of this production. I understand that missing rehearsal when new instruction is given may result in being removed from a scene or song. I also understand that one unexcused absence from a rehearsal may result in being dismissed from the cast. Finally, I understand that I must turn in 1) this form, 2) the activity fee, 3) application and
4) grade check form at auditions in order to be considered for a lead role.
(Student signature)(Student e-mail address)
Are you an artist? Do you have an artistic friend?
We need a creative, artistic design for this year’s musical poster!
Include an artistic image appropriate for the show and the title (Oklahoma).
Artwork must be original. Submit artwork in black and white ink on an 8.5”x11” sheet of paper.
To be considered, all art submissions are due on Tuesday, November 26th.
The selected artist will receive two free tickets to the Oklahoma performance of his or her choice!!!
Oklahoma
Audition Application
Name______ID#______Grade______
$50 Activity Fee (circle one): Check #______Cash
Parents’ Email addresses:
Student Email address:
T-Shirt Size (circle one): S M L XL XXL XXXL
Class Contact:
English Teacher’s Name: ______Room#: ______Periods: ______
Circle any classes you are in: Chorus Orchestra BandDrama
Which periods are you in the above classes? ______
PREVIOUS PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
PLAYCHARACTER THEATRE/GROUP
I would prefer a role (circle any that apply):
chorus singing role speaking role specialty dancer
OTHER COMMITMENTS (Please list other clubs or activities in which you participate that will conflict with rehearsals. Please understand that this does not excuse you from rehearsal. You will need to communicate with us to properly balance your activities.):
CONFLICTS (Be specific about dates and times of vacations, doctor’s appointments, college visits, etc. Please try to reschedule conflicts accordingly.):
Audition Grade Check
Grade/class requirements to be considered for a lead role:
- Student must be passing 5 classes while involved in this production.
- Student’s grades and eligibility will be checked regularly throughout the rehearsal process.
- Student must work hard to keep up with studies and assignments.
- Student must maintain regular attendance in classes.
- Student must be in attendance during the school day to participate in rehearsals/performances after school.
Teachers, please fill in the information below. Feel free to contact us personally at any time through the run of the musical if you have any concerns about an individual student. Once the cast is established we will receive eligibility reports.
Thanks,
Carrie Crowe
Karen Brhel
Name ______ID# ______
Period(s)CourseCurrent Grade Frequently Tardy? Teacher Signature and Comments