Audition Information

Things to Know before You Audition:

• All students who wish to be in the show must participate in auditions. (Crew does not have to audition in this way, but will have a separate meeting/interview in January.)

• All students MUST COMPLETE AN AUDITION REQUEST FORM and SUBMIT IT BEFORE 11/7/25 in order to participate. The AUDITION REQUEST FORM is available here:  submissions are closed

• Students must complete the Audition Request Form WITH their parent or guardian.

• Auditions include a Monologue and a Vocal audition. Each students must prepare a monologue and a song in advance. Come PREPARED! (practice, practice, practice)

• Students will audition in groups of up to 15 students.

• Only Students and Production Team members will be permitted in the auditorium during auditions. 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• Students: 

To be permitted to sign up for an audition time slot (dates above), students must submit their audition request form before the deadline: November 7 at 11pm.  No late requests will be accepted.  Please be sure that your email address is typed accurately.  

• Casting:  

Every single role is important to the success of the show! The ensembles in this show will have a huge impact and will be super fun!

Casting evaluations will be based on:  spoken diction and presentation, vocal quality and presentation, stage presence, comedic timing, demonstrated leadership and self-control, ability to take direction, strong desire to perform, understanding character profiles, and experience. 

• Rehearsals: 

Rehearsals are scheduled weekdays (after school), Saturdays and may include holidays.  After casting is complete, students should carefully review the rehearsal schedule to ensure they can meet the requirements for their roles.  All rehearsals are mandatory.  The full rehearsal schedule will be posted in November and is subject to change.

• Crew Applications: 

Crew information and applications will be posted in January.  If your child wishes to help backstage, please check back then.

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Additional Information:

--Expectations and Commitment: A strong commitment to the show and appropriate behavior at all times are required. This cannot be too strongly stressed. Participants in the show must attend all scheduled rehearsals for their assigned role.  A student who is unprepared for the rehearsals, has not memorized their lines/songs, who misses rehearsal, who is unable to maintain self-control or who is insubordinate or unkind to other production members may be removed from the performance at any time by the production staff. 

--Volunteerism: Parents/Guardians are required to volunteer their time and provide donations to support the efforts of the show.  Additional information will be posted on this web site as the opportunities become available.

--Fee:  A materials fee will be assessed to each student to help cover participation expenses.  The amount of the materials fee is the CAST MATERIALS FEE listed above.  This contributes to the cost of the show rights, script and music material, student tshirts, costumes and sets.  The volunteers who produce the show do not receive any part of this fee.  The mandatory materials fee is due by the MATERIALS FEE DUE DATE listed above and should be paid on this website (link coming soon). If this fee presents a hardship, please contact us.

All communication will primarily be via the website. Some messages may be sent to direct you to information on the website, so please provide a regularly checked email address on the Audition Form. Please type accurately.

If there are any questions, please contact us by email at SMSchoolPlay@aol.com. All questions are welcome and encouraged! It is going to be a GREAT SHOW!   Thanks!      

MONOLOGUE Audition:  Students must prepare a one-minute monologue to be presented at their audition. 

* Choose a Monologue:  Here are a few websites for reference (there are many others online!)

What Makes a Good Monologue (for Kids)?

Stage Agent: Monologues for Kids

Drama Notebook: Free Monologues for Kids and Teens 

* Monologue Tips:

• The monologue is your opportunity to shine – show your personality, emotion, delivery, stage presence, and your ability to convey and perform in character.

• Choose a monologue that you understand and believe in. Understanding the backstory of the monologue will help you identify with the story and character, and deliver the message with impact.

• Choose a monologue that highlights and demonstrates your strengths. If you’re funny, show it!

• Practice, practice, practice!!!  It is highly recommended that you memorize the monologue. This will allow you to move freely and deliver with greater confidence.

• Do NOT deliver the monologue with an accent.

For more tips on preparing a monologue: 

https://www.theatrefolk.com/blog/5-tips-for-preparing-a-monologue-with-confidence

https://www.spotlight.com/news-and-advice/the-essentials/tips-for-performing-your-best-monologue/

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VOCAL Audition:  Students should prepare to sing approximately 1 minute (a verse and chorus) of a show tune.  

* Choose a Song:   Here are a few websites for reference (there are many others online!)

https://www.theatretrip.com/best-audition-songs/ – you can sort by Genre, voice type, age, etc.

https://www.theatretrip.com/audition-songs-for-teens/

  NOTE: Students must bring their music accompaniment with them on a music player.  The student's phone generally works best.

* Song Selection Tips:

• Pick a song from a show that you are familiar with and that is within your comfortable vocal range.

• Choose a song that highlights and demonstrates your strengths and character type

• Please do not sing a song from this year's show.

• Do not sing with an accent.