Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about auditions and rehearsals. Please browse through these to see if your question is answered here!
What is the difference between the fall production and the spring musical?
This year, the fall production is a variety show that is open to any and all who wish to perform in front of the larger Wilmington community! Students will audition with the 5-minute-or-less act that they plan on performing at the show. The production staff will then choose 12-15 acts to be a part of the performance.
The spring musical is a traditional musical. Everyone who attends both parts of the audition process will be cast in a role!
What are performance/tech workshops?
This year, we are hosting a performance and tech workshop to get students more comfortable and familiarized with being on and off the stage. The workshops will be split into days for 6th graders to get them acclimated to the Drama Club, and 7th and 8th graders for those students who are already more familiar. Please see the Rehearsal Schedule for when the performance workshops will be. These workshops are entirely optional!!!
What do I need to do in order to audition?
A sign-up sheet will be shared at the informational meeting, and will also be available on the wall outside Mrs. Prindiville's office in the auditorium. Students must obtain parental/guardian consent in order to be a part of this club!
How does the sign-up sheet work? Aren't there time slots?
We do not use time slots to avoid extra down time and gaps between auditioners. This helps us all finish up quickly! When you sign up, you will be signing up in the order of your arrival from the sheet. Everyone needs to report to the auditorium immediately after school, regardless of where you are on the audition sign-up sheet.
What if I'm absent and miss sign-ups?
Email Mrs. Prindiville ASAP and we will enter your name into an audition slot, if one is available.
What do I need to prepare for auditions?
Audition monologues and/or songs will be posted on this website prior to auditions. Please choose ONE of the audition monologues or songs for your audition.
Do 6th and 7th graders ever get lead roles?
Yes!! It is absolutely possible for 6th and 7th graders to get a lead or supporting role. We approach casting decisions by what is best for the show and which students are the best fit for each individual role. In the past, there have been 6th and 7th graders who have landed supporting or lead roles. That being said, most 6th graders typically start off with ensemble roles as they get used to acting in Drama Club.
Do I need to memorize my monologue or song?
Memorization is not required, but it is strongly suggested that you work to memorize as much of the monologue or song as you can. Having your monologue or song memorized will show us that you've come prepared, and it will also allow you to make stronger character choices. For example, instead of being focused on reading what each word says, you will be able to give us facial expressions and movement that show us that you know what the character is really saying and feeling.
Can I leave after my audition is over?
Yep! You are free to go as soon as you're finished auditioning. Please call your ride before you get into the auditorium so they're here when you're done!
I'm not a dancer. Do I still have to attend dance audition for the musical?
Yes! You do! Everyone who wishes to audition must attend the dance auditions. You will be taught a simple combination and will perform it in small groups. DO NOT worry if you are not a dancer--this is a great opportunity to showcase personality and energy!
What do I need to wear for the dance audition?
Please dress comfortably (i.e. gym clothes, yoga pants, leggings, a comfortable t-shirt, etc. NO JEANS!) If you own dance shoes (jazz shoes or character heels), please bring them. If you do not own dance shoes, please wear sneakers. NO FLIP-FLOPS OR UGGS.
How do I know if I've been called back?
Callbacks will be posted on Google Classroom, as well as on the wall outside of Mrs. Prindiville's office in the auditorium. If you haven't been called back, don't worry! We only call back a small group of students.
What happens at callbacks?
At callbacks, the directors will play with different combinations of actors and give you various scenes on the spot to see how the actors are able to interact with one another. The directors are making final decisions about who will be cast as whom in the performance.
So if I don't get a callback, does that mean I'm not going to be a lead or supporting character?
Not necessarily. If an actor receives a callback, it is because the directors need to see more of his/her vocal or acting skills before making a decision. Sometimes we know exactly how we want to cast someone just from their initial audition alone and don't even need to call them back. Don't over-analyze!
Will I need to be at every rehearsal?
You will only need to be at rehearsals for which you are called. The directors made casting decisions partially based on conflicts you listed on your information sheet during auditions. Therefore, you are allowed only 3 absences from rehearsals for which you are called before your role may be re-cast. Please let the directors know of any schedule conflicts as soon as possible so that we may plan ahead.
How do I know if I'm called for a rehearsal?
On the Rehearsal Schedule page, there are lists of cast called for rehearsals organized by scenes and songs. Check the calendar to see which scenes are being blocked or which songs are being rehearsed each day. The schedule will be updated every Friday.
What are the times for rehearsals?
Times are listed on the calendar on the Rehearsal Schedule page. In general, January/February rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 2-4pm, and March rehearsals may go until 4:30 or 5 as we get closer to the performances!
How do I join stage crew?
There will be an informational meeting at the beginning of the year, and another informational meeting once we've begun rehearsals sometime in February. To sign up for stage crew, simply show up at the first meeting and sign up for one of the groups. You will need to have filled out a Drama Club consent form with a parent signature.
How can I help out in stage crew?
There are so many opportunities! Set building, painting, costumes, ushers, run crew, and publicity, pre-show runners!