Advanced Production Session Auditions

The focus of this session is on the process of creating a full production from audition through public performance.

Performers must arrive at camp with a prepared audition. The first 2 days will be spent in audition technique workshops & going through the audition and call back process. Each performer will be cast in one of several shows. This session is geared toward preparing the performer for the real world audition & production process. The utmost professionalism and dedication will be expected. The great news is that everyone will be cast! The reality is that some roles are larger than others and there is no guarantee concerning the size role that will be awarded. Being able to handle anything from a starring role to a chorus role, gracefully, is an art that is vital to master in show business. It is important to understand that every role has great value and provides a strong learning experience, regardless of its size. Also, the number of lines (spoken or sung) does not determine the size of the role. There are many sizable rolls with only a few lines.

Each performer will be given a total of 1 minute to show us their very best. You may use this time to do only a monologue; only a song; or do both within your one minute time limit. (Definitely do both if you are interested in doing a musical production.) Your one minute will be timed and starts when you INTRODUCE YOURSELF.....so plan wisely. We must strictly adhere to this time limit. All students will also do a dance audition. If you're a non-dancer, dont worry, there will be a basic, intermediate and advanced level audition. You do not need to prepare a dance piece....you do need to prepare the one minute audition described above.

For monologue preparation, follow the instructions for "Agent Night Auditions". The only difference is that we are looking for a theatrical style, rather than a television/film style.

Vocal auditions: Choose a song that tells a story, evokes emotion and is age appropriate. Try to avoid signature songs. These are songs that were made famous by phenomenal singers. (Such as Celine Dion, Barbara Streisand or Michael Crawford. So please avoid My Heart Will Go On, Streisand tunes, Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables, etc.) It puts anyone at a disadvantage to be compared to these artists unless you sing as well as they do. If you do sing like Celine, then signature songs would be fine, otherwise it is wise to choose a more obscure song. Stage your songs. Add emotion, movement, even a bit of choreography when appropriate. Choose the portion of the song that best shows off your voice. The last verse with the big finish is usually the best choice.

**Bring accompaniment tapes or CDs for all vocal auditions**
Accompaniment tracks need to be: