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.

   • Students should prepare a song, of their choice, that best demonstrates their vocal ability. (1:30-3:00 mins)

   • Students may sing to an accompaniment track (karaoke works as well). There should be no other vocals on the accompaniment.

   • Students may also sing a capella. (no accompaniment track/just the voice)

   • Piano background is not required.

   • Students with piano backgrounds should plan to perform a short piano selection of their choosing

   • Students should prepare a short written response to the following questions and bring them to the auditions: Why would you like to be in Voice/Keyboard? What previous music experience do you have (lessons, musical theater, music class, etc.)?

   • 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 or you have a focus in song-writing.

See our tips for a good audition.