Auditions

Students who wish to audition for dance must complete the following steps:

1. Apply to Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (SASA). At present this form must be mailed in.

2. Ask a current teacher to fill out the Applicant Evaluation Form. At present this form must be mailed in.

3.  Prepare a 1 to 2 minute solo in the style of ballet, modern, or jazz.

• Please wear a leotard and tights or other form fitting clothing so that the teacher may assess technique.

• You may choose any song, but please choose something with appropriate content.

• Please make sure that your hair is pulled away from your face.

4.  Submit your audition form.

See our tips for a good audition.

Students who wish to audition for theatre must complete the following steps:

1. Apply to Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (SASA). At present this form must be mailed in.

2. Ask a current teacher to fill out the Applicant Evaluation Form. At present this form must be mailed in.

3. Memorize and record a performance of one monologue (middle school) or two contrasting monologues (high school).

   • Choose a monologue written for the stage not for television or film (click here for monologue resources).

   • Contrasting monologues mean one is dramatic and one is comedic.

4. Schedule an in-person audition with Mr. Applegate by emailing japplegate@spsd.net. 

5. If an in-person audition is not possible,  you may record your audition on a phone or other device.

   • When recording, make sure you can be clearly seen and heard. See our tips for a good digital audition.

   • Upload your video when you fill out, and submit your Audition Form. Please e-mail Mr. Applegate BEFORE filling out this audition form so that he can make it available to you.  It will not be available during the school year. 

Contact Mr. Applegate with any questions or concerns.

Students who wish to audition for the Voice/Keyboard Concentration must complete the following steps:

1. Apply to Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (SASA). 

2. Ask a current teacher to fill out the Applicant Evaluation Form. 

3. Complete the Audition Request Form

4. Prepare your audition selection(s) and materials.

   • Applicants need to prepare a 1-2 minute solo voice piece of their choice.

   • Only instrumental accompaniments are allowed. Student may also sing a cappella.

     1. Students may bring their mobile device to play accompaniments.

     2. Accompaniments may also be emailed to Mrs. Joiner-Christensen.

   • Students may prepare a piano piece in addition to a vocal piece. *not required*

   • A basic theory test may be administered after the performance audition.

   • Applicants need to prepare a short essay, of their own creation, which answers the following:

     1. Why do you want to be in Voice/Keyboard?

     2. What music experiences have you had in life?

   • Professional dress is strongly suggested.

   • Students may also be instructed to perform teacher-led vocalizations during the audition.

5. Schedule an audition with Mrs. Joiner-Christensen once you've received a follow up email.

*Please note, optional piano performances are only necessary if you have prior experience with piano performance.

See our tips for a good audition.