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Wisconsin Theatre Workshops and Auditions
Date: Friday, February 12, 2010
Workshops are led by theatre professionals with diverse backgrounds in the performing arts. Several participants planning to audition will have the chance to receive immediate feedback on prepared material. The workshop series will offer new tips to both professionals and aspiring actors. Technicians will have the opportunity to review portfolio presentations with professionals who hire technical and management staff.
All workshop participants receive 2 one-hour passes to observe any audition session on Saturday. Though closed to the public, those registering for workshops are provided the opportunity to learn more about the audition process through observation.
To learn more about Workshop Day please visit the General Information section.
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
ACTORS
(2 Minute Audition)
Prepare memorized material of your choice. Include both humorous and dramatic
pieces to suggest the range of your ability. Your introduction is included
in the 2 minutes. Auditionees will be stopped after the allotted time.
SINGERS/ACTORS
(2.5 Minute Audition)
Prepare several appropriate bars of a musical number in addition to memorized
spoken material. Your combined effort should demonstrate the versatility of
your performance ability. An accomplished pianist will be provided. Taped
accompaniment is not advised. Discussion with the pianist is not included
in the 2.5 minutes. Your introduction is included in the 2.5 minutes. Auditionees
will be stopped after allotted time.
Singers/Actors should also consider participating in the dance audition. Most producers auditioning Singer/Actors want them for roles in which movement is required. They will therefore have a strong interest in the dance auditions. We highly recommend you audition in both areas.
DANCERS
Dancers warm up and learn a routine at 3:00 pm, guided by a professional
choreographer. Wear clothing and footwear appropriate for movement. Dance auditions begin at 4:00 pm. If you are given a 3:00 pm audition time, you will be allowed to leave immediately following your audition. However, it is strongly recommended you register early to avoid this situation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL PERFORMERS
Theatre Auditions in Wisconsin are non-Equity. Actor and Singer/Actor auditions
are held in two separate rooms. Some theatres work exclusively in one audition
category. If you wish to be seen by all producers, register accordingly.
If you receive a callback(s), be prepared to supply photos (multiple copies
may be needed) as well as a firm date you would be available to begin work.
Photographs and complete résumés will be collected during callback
appointments. If requested, be prepared to provide names and phone numbers
of current references. You will only need to provide photos and complete résumés
if you receive a callback. Note: no callbacks begin before
5:00 pm.
The following theatres shared an audition room and have specific requests:
American Players Theatre: Due to the nature of the plays American Players Theatre produces (5 Classical plays in repertory) they will be conducting individual auditions. Actors should prepare two pieces, one must be classical. (Shakespeare or be in verse.) Total audition time should not exceed 4 minutes. (Examples of classical: Shaw, Moliere, Congreve, Sheridan, Chekov, Greek pieces.... etc.) To be considered for the season you must be available starting in May (start date is flexible) through first part of October with a possibility of touring through October.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater: Participants must be available for a full season, beginning in late July or August and continuing through the first week of May. They must have completed their junior year of undergraduate (or equivalent) education and have an interest and availability to complete a full-season acting internship with one of the most highly regarded regional theaters and internship programs in the country. Auditionees should prepare two contrasting monologues, one classical preferred, not to exceed four minutes in length.
Workshop Day: $20.00
Performance Auditions: $30.00 per person
Tech Interviews: $30.00 per person
Both:
If you sign up for both a performance audition and a technical interview the cost is $45.00.
All fees are non-refundable. Plan your auditions carefully.
All completed registration materials must be mailed to: WI Theatre Auditions & Tech Interviews, 21 N Park St., 7th Floor, Madison, WI 53715
Performers need to submit:
If you are signing up for both performance auditions and technical interviews you must complete one general registration form, the Performance Experience Summary form, and the Technical Experience Summary form.
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