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The Glass Menagerie
The Glass Menagerie
By Tennessee Williams
By Tennessee Williams
Directed by Andrew Levy
Performing Arts Center Studio Theater
Performances March 27 - April 6
Amanda Wingfield is a faded remnant of Southern gentility who now lives in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, and her daughter, Laura, who has a physical handicap and debilitating shyness. The father has left home; Tom supports his mother and sister with a shoe-factory job he finds unbearable. When Amanda convinces Tom to bring home from his workplace a “gentleman caller” for Laura, the illusions that Tom, Amanda, and Laura have each created in order to make life bearable collapse about them.
RENT
RENT
By Jonathan Larson
Directed by Jenny Jacobs
Choreographed by Jenny Jacobs and Deana Occhipinti
Musical Direction by Joe Mulroy
Vocal Direction by Megan Cornelius
Performing Arts Center Main Stage
Performances April 24 - May 4
Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Date, Time and Location
Date, Time and Location
ON-CAMPUS PUBLIC AUDITIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY JANUARY 22ND AT 6:00PM - 9:30PM IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER.
No appointments. Walk-in only. Auditions begin at 6:00 PM. Please arrive no later than 7:30 PM. While it is best that you audition in-person, if you are unavailable on the 22nd you may upload a video audition beforehand. Details on how to do this are in the registration section. Callbacks are in-person only.
CALLBACKS FOR THE GLASS MENAGERIE WILL BE ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 23RD 6:00PM - 10:00PM.
CALLBACKS FOR RENT WILL BE ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 24TH 6:00PM - 10:00PM.
INITIAL COMPANY MEETING WILL BE ON MONDAY, JANUARY 27TH 6:00PM - 10:00PM
THE FIRST REHEARSAL for The Glass Menagerie WILL BE ON Tuesday, January 28th AT 7PM.
THE FIRST REHEARSAL for RENT WILL BE ON Wednesday, January 29th AT 7PM.
BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD THE AUDITION NOTICES ABOVE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE AUDITION.
Online Registration
Online Registration
Available Roles
Available Roles
UPDATE 1/22/25
Early auditions for IVC Theater Arts students have taken place. Here is the updated information about available roles.
Glass Menagerie: All roles remain available.
RENT: Some roles will be cast from students that participated in early auditions. For complete details, download the updated Audition Notice.
More Shows! (no audition required)
More Shows! (no audition required)
This semester there will be additional performances at the end of the semester. To perform in these special shows, enroll in the appropriate course. Visit ivc.edu to enroll.
MUSICAL THEATER SHOWCASE
MUSICAL THEATER SHOWCASE
Performs Monday, May 19th. One night only. You can participate in this concert performance of songs from the musical theater canon. No audition is required. You can participate by enrolling in any of our daytime musical theater courses. TA 9 section 65935D, TA 10 section 65935A, or TA 417 section 65935G.
CLASSICAL THEATER SHOWCASE
CLASSICAL THEATER SHOWCASE
Performs Tuesday, May 20th. One night only. You can participate in this evening of scenes and monologs from the classical theater cannon. No audition is required. You can participate by enrolling in TA 2 - Beginning Scene Study (64750A) or TA 4 - Acting Styles: Classical (64750D) or TA 8 - Advanced Acting (64750G).
Swings and Understudies
Swings and Understudies
We will be placing students in roles as swings (covering several roles) or understudies (covering a specific role.) These students may also perform each night as part of the ensemble. Students placed as swings or understudies have the same enrollment options as other cast members.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to sign up for a time slot to audition?
No. Auditions are not done by appointment. Arrive early on the day of the audition and plan on being there until you are dismissed.
Do I have to be a student to audition for a show at IVC?
The auditions are open to anyone. If you are selected for a role you will have to apply for admission the college and enroll in one or two courses that represent your participation in the show. Some class options have zero tuition cost.
What about accompaniment for my song?
A staff accompanist will be available at the audition. Bring sheet music for your audition material if you want piano accompaniment. Also, feel free to sing a cappella instead.
Do I have to take classes in addition to being in the show?
People that are cast in the show enroll in one or more classes that reflect their participation in the rehearsals and performances. Participants are not required to take additional technique classes during the daytime.
Can high school or middle school students audition?
Absolutely. The department casts high school and middle school students on a regular basis. There is some extra paperwork involved in order to enroll the students in the college courses. Acknowledgement from the student's school Principal is required.
Can I audition for both shows? Can I audition for just one show?
Yes. Auditions are held for both shows simultaneously. If you prefer to be considered for one show and not the other, just let us know when you arrive.
What should I wear to the audition?
Wear clothes that that allow you to move easily and deliver your monologue or song. It is not necessary or desirable to costume yourself for the audition.
When are rehearsals scheduled?
Rehearsals are scheduled between 7 pm and 10 pm Monday through Friday. Although you may not be called for all rehearsals, you will need to be available for every rehearsal. You will be given a rehearsal schedule at least two weeks in advance so you will know what your call times will be for any rehearsal.
If I have a scheduled trip or event during the rehearsal period, will that preclude me from being cast?
Not necessarily. Allowances can be made in the rehearsal schedule if you disclose all known conflicts ahead of time on your audition form.
What if I can’t sing very well. Can I still be in the musical?
Absolutely! Musicals often include non-singing roles.
What if I have classes or work on weeknights?
Some limited allowances can be made around your schedule, but generally if you want to be cast in a show, you will have to clear your weeknight schedule to be available for rehearsals. All people auditioning must be available for all of the dress rehearsal and performance dates in order to be considered for a role.
Are any rehearsals held on weekends?
Not usually, however some costume fittings, and hair/makeup tutorials may occur on Saturdays. Performances will be on weekends also.
How long a time period do rehearsals continue before the show is performed?
Depending on the show, the rehearsal period can range from six weeks up to four months.
I don’t have anything prepared. Can I still audition?
You can, but bring something that you can read. Review it on the way to the auditions.
How can I get the script or the sheet music for the show so I can prepare my audition?
In most cases it is preferred that you use audition material that is similar, but not from the show itself. Using songs or monologs from the show your are auditioning for as audition material is usually discouraged. Show specific details for preparing your audition are included in the audition notice documents posted on this page.
What are the dates and times of the performances?
Specific details for each show are listed in the audition notice document. Look for the download link on this page.
Do I have to be at the audition the whole time? Can I leave early?
While the audition process may not require the entire time posted, you need to stay until released from the audition.
If you require an accommodation, please submit your request three business days in advance at link.ivc.edu/event-accom
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