FINAL AUDITION INFORMATION Thank you for your interest in Hello, Dolly!
If you have not already done so, be sure to review the ‘Preliminary Audition Information’ packet. This can be found online at the link below. It has important information about the roles and ways to be involved in the production!

Included in this packet is a timeline of the audition process, a letter to all the auditionees, and the audition form/signature page which must be completed in full and brought to your audition. (Note that it is on both sides of the paper!) We also request that you bring a current headshot and resumé.

More information on headshots/resumes as well as a Screencast overview will be available at this link. Be sure to check it out! http://bit.ly/IHTheatre

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November 9, 2020

TIMELINE OF THE AUDITION PROCESS

Timeslots go LIVE on the IHHS Theatre Canvas Page at 9am. Sign up!

Open auditions for vocal/dramatic roles at your chosen time, On-Stage!

Note: The audition music provided and a monologue will be encouraged for all those interested in a lead role. You should prepare one additionalsong excerpt provided besides “Put On Your Sunday Clothes” to perform for us. Those interested in just the wait staff sequence do not need to do any additional preparation besides “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”

Callbacks 4pm-5:15pm, Choir Room

Dance Call for ALL- 5:15-6:15pm, Choir Room

Full list of show posted online at IHHS Theatre Canvas page, 4pm

Rehearsals begin! (Schedule will be on IHHS Theatre Canvas page)

A letter to all our auditionees

There’s nothing like the joy of performing for an audience and the moment to showcase your talents at an audition. The energy is palpable, and we all are all on pins and needles in anticipation of what’s to come! However, we fully understand that the process can also be very stressful. Everyone would like their wishes fulfilled, and if the creative team had their way, everyone would get all their wishes granted. We all have had to cope with the joys and heartbreak of auditions. Unfortunately, we are unable to fulfill the request of making everyone happy. Coping with this is a part of life and the audition process, but it’s important to know that we will do our best to find the best scenario where students can shine in their own right. Our hope is that through clear communication and a solid outline of the process, you will be well informed and prepared for auditioning and can enjoy a fulfilling and educational experience.

“Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity.” For whatever show we are producing, it is of the utmost importance to be prepared and know the show. If there is a movie, watch it. If it is a book, read it! With today’s media-savvy society, everyone should be able to research the storyline and/or know a certain character’s specific traits within the plot. When it comes to choosing a monologue, find onethatyou canconnectwiththatallowsthecreativeteamto seeyou inacertainpartwithintheshow. (For instance, a Disney monologue may not be the best choice when auditioning for a show like Les Misérables.) Rehearse your monologue for others who will be able to give you honest and constructive feedback! Be memorized and have a fully realized scene in mind for your presentation. It is inevitable that you will be sight-reading music in a callback situation, so consider being adept in that skill as well. Checkoutthecharactertraitswithinthemusic: subtlenuancesof performancesareoftenwhatseparate the good from the excellent auditionees. Make it your own, but also keep the original intent of the composer within the song. We should be able to see you in that role. Know that while you may take private lessons or have had x number of years of theatrical production experience, nothing is guaranteed, and nothing is pre-cast. We are committed to choosing the best people for each part, regardless of seniority or years of show experience. That is how the professional world works. We owe it to you to provide a true and authentic audition experience!

It is also important to address the degree of difficulty of the show and weigh that along with your own talents. We have to consider your involvement in the show in terms of where you can be successful, but also challenged. There may be a dream role for you that you just aren’t ready for yet. Be prepared for the next opportunity and jump at the chance to take it! Anytime we face adversity in our lives, it is not the failure that defines us, but how we respond to the adversity that defines who we are. You can quit, or you can re-double your efforts, work harder, and come through the situation better than where you were before. Despite any past production accommodations, understand that copyright and licensing laws restrain us from adding new roles to a script. Following the posting of the cast list we will institute a 48-hour rule. We will not be responding to concerns about casting during this time. We know that reactingfromaplaceof emotionisnatural, butproductivedialogueinpersonwiththestudent willonly occur after this time. We won’t be able to discuss other student’s auditions but are happy to share ways to improve and other opportunities within the show.

Puttingonafirst-rateproductionshowcasingourwonderfulstudenttalentmakesusallexcited.We will be ready to welcome you and cheer you on at every turn. Come in confident and ready to WOW us. We want nothing more than the best for you and want to see you succeed. Break a leg!

-	Mr. Clark, Mr. Damadeo, and the Creative Team

AUDITION FORM
This must be completed in full and brought to your audition. Please also bring a current headshot/resumé!

Name (as you wish to see it in program):________________________________________ Locker #:_________

Current Age: _____ Current Grade: _____ Height: _____ Eyes: __________ Hair:__________ Gender: ________

Parent/Guardian Name(s):______________________________________________________________________

Student Cell Phone number:____________________ Parent/Emergency Contact Cell:____________________

Student E-mail Address (print neatly!)____________________________________________________________

Parent E-mail Address (print neatly!)_____________________________________________________________

Role you are auditioning for (1st Choice):________________________ (2nd Choice):_______________________

Would you consider other roles? YES NO     Would you consider playing a role of opposite gender? YES NO

Would you accept an ensemble role? YES NO	Are you interested in being a stage manager? YES NO

Can you read music? YES NO	Singing ability: NONE	AMATEUR	TRAINED (________ YEARS)

Voice: BASS BARITONE TENOR ALTO MEZZO SOPRANO Skill: BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

Instrument(s) you play: _______________________________ Skill: BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

Dance/Movement: BALLET TAP JAZZ CONTEMP/MODERN HIP-HOP BALLROOM OTHER-

Number of years of formal dance training: __________	Skill: BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

Would you consider being a Dance Captain? YES NO

CONFLICT LISTING

Please complete below or attach a sheet of potential conflicts. Special note: We refer to this list when making schedules. Identify ANY appointment or event that may be a conflict and be ready to work around our show’s set schedule. Any conflict not listed below may be grounds to terminate your role in the production. ALL PERFORMERS CAST MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FINAL TWO WEEKS OF PRODUCTION (Monday to Saturday February 8-20!)

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SIGNATURE PAGE
All areas of this sheet must be completed in full in order to audition for the show. Thank you!

STUDENT COMPLETION:

I, ________________________________ understand that I am committing to this year’s production (printed student name)

of Hello, Dolly! for performances Feb. 18-20, 2021. All conflicts have been provided and I

will be available for the last two weeks of the production schedule. I acknowledge the time,

commitment, and effort that is required and will fulfill all obligations during my time with the

production. I have read the Letter to Auditionees and all audition information thoroughly.

Student name (signature)____________________________________ Date____________________

Student name (printed)______________________________________ Date____________________

PARENT/GUARDIAN COMPLETION:

I give my child, ___________________________________ permission to audition for this year’s (printed student name)

Production of Hello, Dolly! for performances Feb. 18-20, 2021. All conflicts have been

provided and I will ensure my child’s presence at all events the last two weeks of production. I am

aware of the time, commitment, and effort required. I have read the Letter to Auditionees and all

audition information thoroughly and understand the 48-hour rule. I pledge my support to the success

of this production.

Parent/Guardian name (signature)___________________________________ Date_________________

Parent/Guardian name (printed)_____________________________________ Date_________________