MJH Theatre Company Audition Packet for Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr. Audition #______

MJH Theatre Company Audition Packet for “Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.”Audition #______

Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.

Audition Packet

AUDITIONS

Auditions will be held on Monday, November 16th from 2:30-5:00in room 103 immediately after school. To audition you need to sign up for a slot and we will give you an audition number. The signup sheet will be with Mrs. Watson in room 103. Bring your completed audition application with you on Monday, November 16th.

CALLBACKS

Callbacks will be held on Wednesday, November 18 from 2:30-5:00 in room 103. Only students who are on the callback list posted on the MJH Theatre homepageon Tuesday, November 17thwill be needed for this portion of the audition. It is important you remember your audition number!

AUDITION PROCEDURES

1. Have audition application and performer’s contract signed before auditions begin.

2. Auditions will be based on one monologue and a songs from the script. A monologue or additional song is not necessary.

3. Wear shoes that are comfortable and allow movement.

4. Even those interested in non-speaking roles must read and sing.

AUDITION CHECKLIST

_____1. SIGN-UP FOR AN AUDITION NUMBER

_____2. PARENT & ACTOR SIGN CONTRACT (*attached, pg. 5)

_____3. FILL OUT AUDITION APPLICATION (*see attached, pg. 6 & 7)

_____4. FILL OUT REHEARSAL CALENDAR WITH PARENT (*see attached)

_____5. MEMORIZE & REHEARSE MONOLOGUE

_____6. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MUSIC SELECTION

_____7. 8X10 COLOR HEADSHOT (*Optional, attached pg. 3)

_____8. FINALIZE THEATRE RESUME (*Optional, attached pg. 4)

BRING THE FOLLOWING WITH YOU ON AUDITION DAY

_____1. SIGNED PARENT & ACTOR CONTRACT (pg. 5)

_____2. AUDITION APPLICATION (pg. 6 & 7)

_____3. REHEARSAL CALENDAR WITH CONFLICTS (if any)

_____4. HEADSHOT & RESUME (*optional)

CAST LIST POSTING

The cast list will be posted on Friday, November 20thon the homepage of the theatre websiteAFTER school. You must initial next to your name to confirm that you accept your part on Monday, November 30th. If you do not initial your part, it may be given to another actor. Not everyone who auditions will make the final cast list. We are looking for approximately 18-20 actors.QUESTIONS? Contact Mrs. Watson via e-mail @

Get ready for a great audition! Remember to have fun and break a leg!

Mrs. Mohana Watson

About Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.

In New York City in 1922, young Millie Dillmount has just moved to the big city in search of a new life for herself. It’s a New York full of intrigue and jazz – in a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behavior were changing forever. Filled with fun flappers, dashing leading men, and a villainess audiences will love to hate, Thoroughly Modern Millie JR. is a perfectly-constructed evening of madcap merriment. Based on the popular movie, the stage version includes a full score of new songs and bright dance numbers.

Principal Characters

Millie

A young, "modern" woman from Kansas, Millie is the sweet, classic ingénue with pluck. Originally, her goal is to marry for wealth, rather than love. Millie has several solos, so she must be a good singer with stamina. Millie must also have charisma, a great sense of comedy, good acting skills and be able to hold her own as a dancer.

Jimmy

An attractive young paperclip salesman, Jimmy is our male counterpart to Millie. Self-assured and cocky, Jimmy is charming, a great singer, a reasonable mover, and has a good sense of comic timing.

Trevor Graydon

Trevor Graydon the Third is Millie's boss and she's determined to marry him. He is oblivious to Millie’s feelings for him and is a bit of a goofball.

Miss Dorothy

A new actress from California, Dorothy is Millie’s best friend. She is very rich, but desperately trying to learn how the other half lives.

Mrs. Meers

Mrs. Meers is the villain of our story – think Cruella DeVille meets Miss Hannigan. She’s the evil owner of the Hotel Priscilla, where Millie lives, and is involved in a rather scandalous side business.

Miss Flannery

Miss Flannery is Mr. Graydon’s office manager. She's uptight and stern, a real no-nonsense kind of gal. Tapping skills are preferred, but not required.

Hotel Priscilla GirlsRuth, Gloria, Rita, Alice, Cora, Lucille and Ethel Peas.

The Priscilla Girls are the fellow boarders at the Hotel Priscilla. Most of them are aspiring actors with little family. They have attitude and big personalities. Tapping skills are preferred, but not required.

Calvin and Betty

Calvin & Betty are siblings from the south and are working for Mrs. Meers to pay the fee to get their mother brought to New York.

HEADSHOT GUIDELINES (*Optional)

-Color Photo

-8 X 10”

-Solid Background

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MJH Theatre Company Audition Packet for “Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.”Audition #______

FIRST & LAST NAME HERE

Actor/Singer/Dancer

Hair: BrownEyes: Brown

Height: 5' 3” Size: Adult M

Contact: Parent Name & Phone #

Mailing Address

Parent E-mail Address

THEATRE

Title of Play in ItalicsRoleSchool/TheatreYear

TRAINING

ACTING

St. Tammany Parish TalentedTheatre Program, Anne Mohana Watson, Year

DANCE

Dance Studio Name, Instructor(s), Year(s)

List the types of dance styles you have studied in italics under the studio name

VOICE

Studio Name or Private Teacher Name, Instructor(s), Year(s)

AWARDS

Award NameSchool/TheatreYear

SPECIAL SKILLS

Dialects: Standard American, American Southern, British, Russian

List any instruments that you can play, special interests

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MJH Theatre Company Audition Packet for “Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.”Audition #______

Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.

Performer/Parent Contract

Performer and Crew Contract

1. More than 2 unexcused absences will result in being removed from the show. All rehearsals between February 15th and March 4th are mandatory for cast and crew.

2. Grades and school conduct are of utmost importance. A performer may be removed from the show due to poor grades or for disciplinary measures in the classroom or rehearsals.

3. Performers must bring their script and a pencil to EVERY rehearsal.

4. Food and Drink are allowed during snack breaks. The ONLY exception is water in an unbreakable, sealable container. PICK-UP after yourself!

5. Every performer must attend set strike on the Monday following the final performance from 2:30-4:00 pm.
6. Performers must attend school on the day of performances.

7. Please conduct yourself appropriately. ALL school rules are in force during show and rehearsal times.

8. Respect others and their property. Don’t touch other people’s props, costumes or personal property.

9. Cell phones are not to be turned on during rehearsal.

Parent Contract
1. Parents will help their child keep his or her commitment to the cast and the show by ensuring that the performer is at all scheduled rehearsals.
2, Parents will pick their child up from rehearsal on time.
3. Parents will email Mrs. Watson by 12 p.m. if their child is absent from school on a rehearsal day.
4. Parents will not enter the rehearsal hall until performers are dismissed. The only parents allowed in the rehearsal are parents who have specific duties for the show.
5. Participation fees of $100 will be paid in full prior to opening night.

Parent Questions *Your answers will not affect your child’s audition.

1. I understand that there is a show fee of $100 to cover the cost of licensing rights to produce this musical, scripts, rehearsal CDfor home practice, pizza lunch for the Saturday rehearsal and a show t-shirt. YES/NO (circle one)

2. I understand that I am responsible for purchasing necessary costume pieces including but not limited to character shoes, tights and dresses?YES/NO (circle one)

AgreementI have read the following guidelines and procedures for the Theatre Company and I agree to follow all of the rules. I also know that failure to follow these guidelines and procedures will result in being removed from the play. I also understand that this is my one and only warning and that there will be no second chances.Finally, I have listed all my conflicts with the performance schedule and understand that I may not be allowed to miss a rehearsal unless it is listed on my conflict list.

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Student signature Date

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Parent/Guardian signature Date

Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.

Cast Audition Application

(*attach your resume/headshot to this page if applicable*)

Please be sure that all writing is legible.

Personal Information

Name: ______Grade: ______

Circle one: Male/Female Height (feet/inches) ______

Parents Name(s)______

Daytime Phone ______Evening Phone______

Parent’s E-mail ______

Performer Questions

1. I would like to be considered for the role(s) of ______

2. If I am not cast in this role, I am willing to take any other role to be a part of the ensemble. (check one) YES____ NO _____

3. Do you have voice training? YES____ NO _____

4. How many years of voice training? ______years

5. Have you ever been in a play/musical? YES____ NO _____

6. Do you have dance training? YES____ NO _____

7. Do you know how to tap dance? YES____ NO _____

8. What type of dance styles?______

List your performing experience below or attach a resume/headshot.

Title of PlayRoleLocation

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REHEARSAL CONFLICTS -COMPLETE YOUR PERSONAL CALENDAR!

*See attached rehearsal schedule*

The rehearsals for this performance will be Monday-Thursday 2:30-4:30/5:30. Please note that the amount of rehearsal time will increase as we get closer to performance dates.More than 2 unexcused absences will result in being removed from the production.

NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED February 15th – March 4th. Cast members cannot miss a dress rehearsal or performance! We will have one mandatory SATURDAY rehearsals On February 20th from 9:00-3:00.

Provide a full list of your conflicts! Mark with an “X” any and all dates upon which you would be unable to attend a scheduled rehearsal Mon-Thurs. 2:30-4:30/5:30.Write in the reason for the conflict and the time. (ex. Piano lessons, sport, vacation, family events, etc.) Include any conflicts between now and the end of the run of the show. (November 30th– March 4th) If you do not have any conflicts during those months please write in large font over the calendar “NO CONFLICTS”

MILLIE

(female monologue)

My purse is gone! That man, he stole my purse! That man, he stole my purse! My hat, my scarf, my shoe! My shoe?! He stole my shoe while I was wearing it. Ten minutes in this town, and I have my New York horror story. He stole every penny I have! Now what? I don’t have a place to stay. I don’t have friends or family nearby. And I don’t even have a job. I ain’t got nothing …so I ain’t got nothin’ to lose! Who needs a hat? Who needs a purse? And who needs you, mister whoever-you-are?! ‘Cause Im a pioneer woman, pal! The Woolworth Building! The Met Life Tower! There’s gold in them there hills, and I’m gonna get it or die trying!

JIMMY

(male monologue)
Honey, you're my New York horror story.
Hey, I feel for you. Girls like you arrive here
every day, so full of dreams you may as well be
sleepwalking. Well, now that you're awake, I'm
curious: you got a place to stay? No. Any
friends or family nearby? No. And you don't
have a job. So you ain't got nothin'. There’s a rooming
house round the corner. And I can't
help thinking if I were in your—shoes, I'd check
myself in, get a good night's sleep, then first
thing tomorrow, wire home for train fare. Your
folks will be only too glad to send it, and you
may not believe me now, but once you return
you'll say to yourself,” Well, I had my big
adventure, but it sure is good to be back in my own bed."
March 2016