Please arrive 15 minutes before your audition block to fill out paper work.
Please prepare 1 song (under 2 minutes) You may sing with a CD or bring sheet music. There are NO UNACCOMPANIED AUDITIONS
Please bring a headshot, resume and bio to the audition if you have them for program information
There is also a $100 deposit due at the audition for production classes - if for some reason you are unable to be cast in a show (due to scheduling conflicts) this deposit if refundable.
IMPORTANT! Please bring your weekly schedule and any conflicts to the audition.
Please read and be familiar with our policies before auditioning
All children, ages 5-18, are invited to audition. Everyone who auditions will be cast in the show! Those who audition should come prepared to read from the script provided and to sing a song of your own choice. Beginners may sing any song you are comfortable singing. Advanced performers should choose a song from traditional musical theatre (no pop/top 40) and bring sheet music in your key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may bring a CD or cassette (music only – no vocals). A CD/cassette player will be provided. Please come dressed to dance, and wear appropriate, closed-toe shoes – no sandals, please!
All students are required to serve on a production committee (about a 3 to 5 hour commitment). Details will be provided at auditions.
There will be a required parent meeting on the first rehearsal for each show.
Frequently Asked Questions
I have no previous experience. Is this the right production for me? Will I be cast in the show? Yes! We welcome and encourage new-comers to audition for our shows. You will not be the only new person at auditions. Our long-time participants will welcome you and help you feel comfortable in our group. We are here to have fun and make new friends, so all new people are very welcome to join us. The audition process is our chance to get to know you and to see what your performance skills are at this time. This is a no-pressure audition, because everyone who auditions will be cast in the show. We only hold auditions to help us decide which role is right for you.
When will I find out what part I will play in the show? You will receive an email within one week of your audition telling you your part. You will also receive our detailed rehearsal schedule at the first rehearsal.
Is there a fee to be in the show? Yes. There is a down payment of $100 at the audition and the rest of the tuition (depending on the show) is due at the first rehearsal I really want to play one of the leads in the show. Is it going to be enjoyable to participate if I don’t get the part I want? Yes! We encourage everyone to accept and embrace the fact that most people in our cast will be in the Chorus, which is great fun. You are going to learn a lot of songs, dances and get to be in a significant amount of the show. While you might be disappointed at first, please trust us that you will eventually have a great time no matter what role you play in the show. Staying in the show, even if you are disappointed with your role, is the best way for you to learn, grow and possibly play a larger role in a future production. If you drop out because you didn’t get the role you wanted you will miss out on a lot of fun and special memories with good friends. We have no “stars” or “divas” at Ohlook, and we hope everyone who auditions will come with a cooperative, positive attitude that the show must go on!