HSM-Auditions

We're All In This Together!

South View Middle School's Spring 'Musical'...

The show must go on(line)! Join us in creating a movie version of High School Musical.

TENTATIVE 2020/2021 Schedule:

**To be involved in the show, you should be available most days of the week starting the beginning of January until 5:15 or 6:00 and then until 7:30 after Spring Break.   We will start with rehearsals on Zoom and then plan to film to musical at rehearsals after Spring Break. We will also try to get creative with rehearsals to meet the needs of all cast, crew, and directors.  Even though this show is currently planned for film production, please reserve the following dates: April 22-24.

1.  The two forms above must be filled out in order to audition, along with $60 Activities Fee (checks should be made out to SVMS with DRAMA on the memo line and mailed to SVMS ATTN: Erica Gardner 4725 South View Lane Edina, MN 55424)

2. All students will submit a Flipgrid of themself singing a song from the musical for their audition- the more you can show us you ARE the character (characterization, movement, voice, intonation, etc.), the better the audition! 

SING: 

DANCE:

ACT (at callbacks-TENTATIVE): Actors will be given scripts to rehearse at callbacks to see dynamics between different characters.  Scripts CAN be used in the audition. 

Callbacks (on Zoom) Date TBD:

Please read everything about callbacks: 

1.  Please know a callback does not mean a lead or even a named part, but that we liked what we heard and saw and want to see/hear you again.  

2.  You will each sing again for us at the beginning of callbacks.  Please plan on moving for us while you sing.

3.  Some of you will be asked to sing again (and maybe again).  

4.  Some of you will be given a script to prepare a scene from and perform during callbacks.

5.  Everyone who auditions WILL be in the show and should plan on attending our 1st ALL cast and crew meeting.

COMPLETE THESE FORMS PRIOR TO YOUR AUDITION AND SEND A CHECK FOR $60 to SVMS Attn: Erica Gardner 4725 South View Lane Edina, MN 55424* *(checks made out to SVMS...write 'drama' on the memo line)

*Scholarships are available through Edina Give and Go: Use this link to request a scholarship*

Student Audition Form (LINK)

Parent Permission Form (LINK)

COMPLETE THESE FORMS PRIOR TO YOUR AUDITION AND SEND A CHECK FOR $60* (checks made out to SVMS...write 'drama' on the memo line)

*Scholarships are available through Edina Give and Go: Use this link to request a scholarship*

TECH/CREW DOES NOT NEED TO SUBMIT AN AUDITION BUT SHOULD FILL OUT THE ABOVE FORMS AND MAIL-IN THEIR ACTIVITY FEE 

CREW MEMBERS INTERESTED IN BEING STAGE MANAGER WILL HAVE AN INTERVIEW WITH MRS. GARDNER; ALL OTHER TECH/CREW WILL HAVE AN INTERVIEW WITH MR. PEARSON AT OUR FIRST REHEARSALS IN BREAK-OUT ROOMS.

EVERYONE WHO AUDITIONS WILL HAVE A PART IN THE SHOW!

Audition Expectations:

Link to MTI for song clips

LEADS:

If you're going for a lead role, you MUST prepare ONE of the following WITH ACTING and SONG preparation:

ENSEMBLE:

Jocks, Skaters, Thespians, Cheerleaders, Brainiacs, Partygoers, Spectators, etc.

If you are not interested in a lead role, you may sing any song of your choice below with accompaniment:

Songs:

Character Breakdown

Troy Bolton

The most popular kid at East High, he is the star of the basketball team who yearns to be more than what people want him to be. Troy discovers his love for music but refuses to admit it. Athletic, attractive, and a true leader. He becomes smitten with Gabriella.

Vocal Range Top: B5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Chad Danforth

Troy's best friend. A star basketball player, part of the jocks, and second in command. Extremely focused on winning his school's basketball championship, but is slowly understanding that there might be more to this world, including his sparring crush on Taylor.

Vocal Range Top: B5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Zeke Baylor

A basketball player on the Wildcats Team. Energetic and charismatic. He has two secrets: a crush on Sharpay and a love for baking, which he is happy and relieved to eventually reveal.

Vocal Range Top: G5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Sharpay Evans

The egocentric diva star of the school musicals, she is Ryan's older twin and the alpha dog. She thinks being the musical star defines her and clutches the title like her life depends on it, no matter what the cost to others.

Vocal Range Top: F5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Ryan Evans

Sharpay's fraternal twin and a self-delusional 'star in the making.' He typically feels the brunt of Sharpay's attacks and lives under her shadow. Although he possesses a diva exterior, he yearns to change.

Vocal Range Top: B5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Gabriella Montez

The new girl in school. She is trying to blend in and avoid 'labels' at her new school. Eventually becomes Troy's romantic counterpart. Pretty, shy, and smart.

Vocal Range Top: E5

Vocal range bottom: F3

Taylor Mckessie

The competitive head Brainiac of the school and President of the Science Club. She convinces Gabriella to join the Science Decathlon team. Taylor has a hidden soft spot for Chad, which she hides.

Vocal Range Top: C5

Vocal range bottom: G3

Jack Scott

The resident P.A. Announcer for the high school. He is shy and insecure in front of the rest of the kids, but smooth and confident at the mic. Known as the "Velvet Fog of East High."

Vocal Range Top: G5

Vocal range bottom: B3

Kelsi Nielsen

The drama club's rehearsal pianist and student composer extraordinaire who is having her musical produced at school. Underneath her shy demeanor, Kelsi is an outspoken firecracker.

Vocal Range Top: D5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Ms. Darbus

The kooky, eccentric Drama Club teacher. She has her self-absorbed moments but is still devoted to her students and constantly encourages them. Passionate about the art of theatre.

Coach Bolton

The stern basketball coach and Troy's dad. He lost the big game years ago and wants his son to succeed where he failed. Blinded by his ambition for his son, he is still a good guy and proud father.

Ensemble