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What's a conflict form?
A conflict form is a copy of the rehearsal schedule on which you mark any times that you are not available. This might be due to homework, other extra-curriculars, doctor appointments, jobs, etc. We encourage you to talk with your family as they may be aware of travel plans or other family commitments. You must submit your conflict form in order to be considered for an acting role. We will do our best to build the rehearsal schedule to be respectful of your time and conflicts. We ask that once you are cast, and the schedule is distributed, you do your utmost to avoid additional conflicts.
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What's a monologue?
A monologue is a short piece of text that is intended to be performed by one actor. It generally has a clear beginning, middle, and end. We ask actors to present monologues so that we can get a sense of your vocal acting skills (projection, enunciation, tone), your physical acting choices (stillness, movement), your comfort on stage and your ability to take direction.
3)
What will happen at the 10-minute audition slot?
You will be greeted by a member of our Stage Management team who will collect your paper work and can answer questions. The Director or Stage Manager will come bring you to the audition space. The Director and Stage Manager will introduce themselves, review your paperwork, and then ask for invite you to perform your monologue when you are ready. After you have performed it, the Director may ask you to perform it again with different adjustments. The Director then may ask you some questions, and you are welcome to ask any questions you have about the show, the roles, the rehearsal process, etc.
4)
What will happen at the group session?
Usually, the Director will lead a group warm up and several group exercises. Then the Director will divide the actors into small groups and assign each actor a role in a scene. You will rehearse your scene with your small group and then perform it for the Director. You may then be asked to read other roles in other scenes.
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How will the cast list be communicated?
The cast list will be sent out via email. This email will also have information about the location and time of the first rehearsal. All actors are asked to respond via email to confirm that they accept their roles.
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What if I am not cast in the show?
Not getting cast in a show can feel very vulnerable and discouraging. The Director is looking to put together the best possible team, and even if you are a great actor, given the constellation of the other actors, there may not be a role for you. Don't give up! Even though it can be challenging, we encourage you to get involved with the play in other ways - as an assistant stage manager, a light board or sound board operator, a costume assistant, and more!