Our 2027 Spring Musical is... Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn

Rehearsals begin January 5th

The show is March 19th-21st 

Below you will find information on crew sign ups and auditions! 

Questions? Contact Ms. Geckle (gecklek@mercymcauley.org) 

CREW 

Crew Applications for Holiday Inn are due November 19th... Interviews will take place November 20, 23-24th.

LATE APPLICATIONS AND INTERVIEWS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!

HOW TO JOIN CREW:

1. Familiarize yourself with the show... this includes its story, its characters, technical requirements, etc.

   • If you would like to review a copy of the script, please reach out to Ms. Geckle.

2. Carefully read the Crew Description document to make sure you understand responsibilities and expectations https://livemcauleyhs-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/gecklek_mercymcauley_org/EcHBsIPhyQtJhrNkGmcwsgwBN5V7TU774AEMgDDJKUETsA?e=W1B6bI 

3. Complete the Crew Application Form

Holiday Inn Crew Application – Fill out form 

4. Sign Up for an Interview Time

LINK HERE 

To help you prepare for your interview, here are some questions that might be asked... 

Which crew are you most interested in being part of? Why? 

What will make you a valuable member of the crew? 

Do you have any design ideas for Holiday Inn that you are particularly excited about? 

When you are faced with conflict, how do you handle it? 

How do you handle working with people when you do agree with them? 

If you were at a rehearsal and things seemed slow (i.e. "there isn't anything to do") how would you handle that? 

See Ms. Geckle with any questions or concerns! Or reach out via email! (gecklek@mercymcauley.org)

PLEASE CLICK BELOW FOR EVEN MORE CREW INFO AND FOR CREW APPLICATIONS! 

CAST

HOW TO AUDITION:

1. Familiarize yourself with Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn… this includes its story, its characters, etc. 

   • visit the Auditions page for more info on characters 

   • If you would like to read a copy of the script, reach out to Ms. Geckle

2. Keep reading for expectations for these auditions! 

   • INDIVIDUAL AUDITIONS November 30th 2:00-6:00pm (we will extend the time if need be). 

     • You will need to sign up for an audition time! Please DO NOT move other people’s times! Please DO NOT leave spaces in between audition slots. (Plan to arrive for your audition 15 minutes early in case we are running ahead of schedule).

     • For your individual audition will need to prepare: [prepare means memorized with character and intention]

       • • REQUIRED: 32-bar cut of a song appropriate for the style of the show (preferably Broadway or Disney)

           • you need to provide your own backing track for your audition

           • see Mrs. Parsons or check out the Audition Materials page for some help

         • OPTIONAL: 1 minute monologue of your choosing 

           • monologues from the show are available on the Audition Materials page

NOTE: You will be considered for named roles only if you prepare both a song and a monologue.

2. • CALL BACKS December 1st 4-7pm.

     • There is a possibility you will be needed for callbacks on December 1st 

     • Callbacks would require you to read some scenes from the script and will also require singing

     • If you receive a callback, you will receive materials to prepare ahead of time

     • Not everyone who auditions will receive a callback, but you need to make sure you are available to attend! 

3. Prepare your Audition Materials. This should include: 

   • AUDITION FORM AND HEADSHOT 

     • adution form available at the link below

     • YOU MUST BRING A HEADSHOT WITH YOU! Your headshot MUST be printed on and 8x10 (or full sheet of paper) 

       • A headshot needs to be a photo that clearly shows your face. Please try to avoid selfies or other social media style photos. 

4. On the day of your audition

   • arrive EARLY to the hallway outside of room 6 & 7... there will be students available to help direct you (your audition will take place on the stage) 

   • Make sure you prepare a "slate" 

     • ex: "Hello, my name is Katie Geckle. I will be auditioning with "Part of your World" from The Little Mermaid and a monologue from William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. I would like to begin with my song."

After your audition we may ask questions or give some direction and ask to see more. OR. You may receive a callback and we will ask to see more then. 

PLEASE CLICK BELOW FOR EVEN MORE INFO, AUDITIONS MATERIALS, AND AUDITION SIGN UPS!