Auditions: Monday, February 2nd, 3:00-6:00pm @ Choir Room (Required)
Prepare up to 1 minute of a song showcasing their voice. They can use songs from the show (song options) OR any song from a musical. They will need to sing with the Karaoke backing; we want to hear their voice.
If they choose a song from another musical, they will need to attach the link to the instrumental backing and the timestamp of where they want me to start it in the sign-up form. They will need to message me on Schoology if they change their song before the day of auditions.
Prepare about a 1-2 minute monologue to perform at auditions from the show OR they can prepare their own 1-2 min monologue from something else (monologue options). They are welcome to choose anything beyond my options provided.
I would like them to try to have their monologue memorized as well as they can. It's okay to bring a copy to auditions to read if needed.
Think about how you can make your facial expressions, body language, and use the space to communicate your character. I am looking for lots of energy, confidence, enthusiasm, and originality. Think of LOUNDNESS, PRONUNCIATION, EXPRESSION, and CLARITY.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP. The form must be filled out by January 30, 2026
Please be ready to list all schedule conflicts. This includes all dentist/doctor/orthodontist appointments, vacations, special events, and other extracurriculars that cannot be rescheduled around our rehearsal times.
The Spring Musical conflicts with WRESTLING, GIRLS BASKETBALL, and TRACK. If cast, participation in those sports will not be possible with our rehearsal schedule.
Rehearsals will be Monday-Thursday from 3:00pm-5:00pm, starting February 23rd, with rehearsals going 6:00pm or 7:30pm during tech week and show week.
Families are responsible for their transportation home after rehearsals (No activity buses)
No Rehearsals during Mid-Winter Break or Spring Break
On the day of auditions you will head to the band room after school to get an audition number sticker and get into audition groups. Auditioners are expected to bring a book, do their homework, or practice their song/monologue while they wait if they are in groups 3-6.
We don't want anyone to leave as timelines are approximate. If someone doesn't show, an auditioner can be moved up into an earlier group on short notice. Plus, there can be a lot of downtime in theatre, so it's best to get a feel for that now while waiting to audition.
The audition process will take approximately 1 hour in groups of 7 auditioners each.
Groups 1/2 (3:10-4:00pm) Commonly 6th graders
Groups 3/4 (4:10-5:00pm) Commonly 7th graders
Groups 5/6 (5:10-6:00pm) Commonly 8th graders
When called, each group will go into the choir room and each auditioner will take turns performing their song and monologue (in whichever order they like). Once everyone is done, the group will head to the commons and learn a short dance.
After the singing, monologue, and dance pieces are complete, auditioners are done and can get picked up.
Callbacks: Thursday, February 5th, 3:00-6:00pm @Choir Room (Schoology Invite Only)
Auditioners who make callbacks will receive a message via Schoology the day after all auditions are complete.
If you don't get a callback, that DOES NOT mean you aren't in the show. Please wait for an official message from Mr. Hickox letting you know if you are in or not. A lot can change with people rejecting offers, or who don't show up to callbacks. Just hold tight, it's a process.
Invited auditioners will show up at the choir room after school on the day of callbacks.
MOST auditioners will be called up to read a small scene and/or sing a part of a song from this years show. The casting team will be looking for character dynamics and how well different people work together. Is the chemistry there and can the auditioner play the part well.
This process can be a bit long and tedious. The casting team asks that you just enjoy the process and watching people perform their best.
It is unlikely that this process will end before 6:00pm.
After callbacks the casting team hashes out creating the cast list. This is a group effort with Mr. Hickox having the final say as the director. This can be a very difficult and complex process with many things to consider. Mr. Hickox leans on his casting team heavily for their perspective and opinion.
PLEASE NOTE: A lot of thought goes into casting decisions. There is no "small part"! It's totally okay to be disappointed if you don't get the role you wanted, but we ask that if you accept an offered role, you take the time to process old expectations and then show up fully ready to grow from the role offered.
Casting offers will be sent via Schoology sometime on February 6th or 7th. It's important that you get back to Mr. Hickox ASAP, either accepting or rejecting the offer. If an offer is rejected, you will not be given another offer and will not be in this year's musical.
Once the cast list is set and all offers have been accepted, messages will be sent out to the remaining auditioners letting them know they did not make this year's musical.
Anyone who didn't get cast will be invited to sign up for tech crew interviews if they would still like to try to be involved with the production back stage. Backstage positions are limited.
If you aren't cast this year, don't give up! Each year, a new show brings new opportunities and possibilities. Not getting cast one year doesn't mean you won't get in next year! Try, try again. Each audition opportunity is great practice and healthy risk-taking.
Are 6th graders considered for major roles, or are they only ensemble?
6th graders are absolutely considered for ALL roles. Out of full transparency, though, Mr. Hickox does note that if an 8th grader and 6th grader are both strong options for a role, he will break for the 8th grader because it's their last year in the Hawk Theatre program. But if a 6th grader is the only strong choice, they will get the part!
Do I have to be in the Drama class or club at HP to audition for the musical?
No, you do not! The musical is an after-school program, and therefore is open to all students at Harbour Pointe! All students are welcome to audition, and while the cast sizes are limited, any member of the school can be cast in any role if they are the best one for the part!