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Auditioning at Merely Players Community Theatre
Who May
Audition?
Anyone may
audition for a Merely Players production. All performers are volunteers.
Some come to Merely Players with a lot of experience, others are
first-timers. No experience is required.
When Are
Auditions?
Auditions are
generally scheduled five to seven weeks prior to a show’s opening, at
7:00 pm Monday and Tuesday evenings at the Lincoln Community Center.
You need only
audition once, but are welcome to attend both evenings. Additional
nights may be used for callbacks. We audition one show at a time. The
next
Auditions:
December 12 & 13, 2011 7pm to 9 pm.
How Are
Auditions Conducted?
For
non-musicals, auditioners are usually asked to read scenes from the
script. Depending on the nature of the production, the director may ask
everyone to read the same scene or may have a number of scenes to read.
Directors also utilize improv exercises in some auditions. Often, in the
first audition, the director is looking for general characteristics,
technique, and ability to work with others. In callbacks the director
will be doing more role-specific readings.
In musicals we
often will break the auditions into separate dance and singing
components. Dress comfortably and wear appropriate shoes. The music
director will teach the music at the auditions and therefore no
preparation is needed.
How Should I
Prepare?
We encourage
you to familiarize yourself with the script ahead of time. Scripts are
available for checkout from the Merely Players Theatre Manager with a
$10 security deposit.
Feel free to
talk with the director prior to auditions to ask about the play and what
is being looked for in various roles.
Bring personal calendars to auditions in order to
share potential conflicts with the director in advance of casting.
Keep an open
mind and try not to “pre-cast” yourself. Be enthusiastic -- when the
director asks for volunteers, jump right in. Remember,
perfection is not expected at auditions, so have fun!
When Are
Rehearsals?
A typical
rehearsal schedule is 7:00 to 9:30 pm Monday through Thursday. Two weeks
prior to opening you will be required to be at the theatre every night
for technical and dress rehearsals. Non-musicals
generally rehearse four or five weeks, musicals will rehearse 6 to 8
weeks. Depending on
your role, you may not be required to attend every rehearsal the first
few weeks.
Please contact
507-388-5483 or
player@merelyplayers.com
with any questions.
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