- M.A.K.E Theatre pursues an educational process and we believe the opportunity for growth through audition participation is an integral part of the overall experience. We are here to support each student as they learn to represent their work and grow in comfort.
- Auditioning for a show is making a commitment to the show, the cast, and the experience.
- After reviewing the production information, including tentative rehearsal dates, technical rehearsal dates, and performance dates as well as the title of the production, if the production is a good fit for your family you will need to complete a M.A.K.E. Theatre Audition Form for each student that will be participating. The Audition Form will be available on the production information page.
- In-Person Group Auditions will be conducted in groups during a 3 hour time block (usually one week prior to the first rehearsal). You will read the sides and sing the numbers that were previously selected and shared with you. Please put forth your best effort toward every role you perform (not just the one you are hoping for), as we take the entire audition into consideration when casting.
- In-Person Individual Audition times will be scheduled via an online Sign-Up Genius, available on all currently auditioning productions. Sign-ups will usually open 30 days prior to auditions and will be linked to on the production information page.
How to Prepare for Your Group Audition and What to Expect During Your Audition
- What is a Group Audition?
- When all potential actors are called to audition together (usually during a 3 hour time block one week prior to the first rehearsal), at the same time, using a process very similar to callbacks.
- A Director’s opportunity to gather information and check chemistry between students by calling multiple actors to read together.
- Material
- Actors will be provided selections (called ‘sides’), typically from the show they are auditioning for, in advance to prepare.
- For musicals, specific songs and song selections, typically from the production title, will also be provided in advance to prepare.
- We typically attempt to provide the material at least 3 days before auditions for actors to prepare and become familiar with.
- Preparation
- Give yourself time to review, practice and become as comfortable as possible with the audition material.
- While not expected to be memorized, you are expected to be extremely familiar with the audition material so that you can present your best work.
- If there is a role you desire, fight for it! Be bold, be brave and give your best!
- Dress to Impress
- Be intentional with what you wear and show your personality.
- Choose modest clothing you can move in.
- Avoid any clothes or accessories that may be distracting.
- Arrive Early
- Auditions and Callbacks are closed to parents (with the exception of first auditions for students younger than 8 years old).
- There will always be AT LEAST two adults in the room for auditions and callbacks.
- Have fun!
- Auditions will be conducted in groups. You will read the sides and sing the numbers that were previously selected and shared with you.
- Please put forth your best effort toward every role you perform (not just the one you are hoping for), as we take the entire callback into consideration when casting.
- Make strong choices and commit 100%!
- Most of all, have fun! Auditions are your chance to showcase your talents and shine!
How to Prepare for Your Individual Audition and What to Expect During Your Audition
- VIDEO Auditions
- Material Selection
- Plays – you are asked to perform a 1 minute monologue (a few seconds short or long of that is fine, don’t stress about being perfect!).
- Musicals – you are asked to perform a 1 minute monologue AND a 1 minute selection of a song (a few seconds short or long of that is fine, don’t stress about being perfect!).
- You will need to provide your own backing instrumental track and bring to your audition with a way to play it (if track is on CD bring a player and speaker, if track is on a device please bring a speaker, aux cord and put device on ‘do not disturb’).
- Monologues and songs should be from published theatrical works (avoid original online sources you may find in a search), age appropriate and fit the the overall style and genre of the show title you are auditioning for (Ex. If auditioning for ‘Cinderella’, a song from another Rogers & Hammerstein title would be a great option); selections should NOT include any bad language or inappropriate content and students should avoid singing original songs and pop songs that do not match the style of the show.
- Preparation
- Prior to your audition it is highly encouraged that you read the entire script (for plays) or listen to the entire score (for musicals) to ensure you are familiar with the context, characters, and overall style of the production.
- Monologues and lyrics should be memorized (please do not read off paper or your phone).
- Dress to Impress
- Be intentional with what you wear and show your personality.
- Choose modest clothing you can move in.
- Avoid any clothes or accessories that may be distracting.
- Slate
- slate your full name, age and/or grade level and the name and author/artist of the piece you are performing.
- This is your opportunity to be YOU – be authentic and make eye contact with the camera for this section.
- Do Your Best!
- After your slate take at least 1 deep breath, position yourself for the beginning of your monologue or song selection and begin!
- Be focused and have fun!
- Upload
- Upload your video in the appropriate section on the audition form
- IN-PERSON Auditions
- Material Selection
- Plays – you are asked to perform a 1 minute monologue (a few seconds short or long of that is fine, don’t stress about being perfect!).
- Musicals – you are asked to perform a 1 minute monologue AND a 1 minute selection of a song (a few seconds short or long of that is fine, don’t stress about being perfect!).
- You will need to provide your own backing instrumental track and bring to your audition with a way to play it (if track is on CD bring a player and speaker, if track is on a device please bring a speaker, aux cord and put device on ‘do not disturb’).
- Monologues and songs should be from published theatrical works (avoid original online sources you may find in a search), age appropriate and fit the overall style and genre of the show title you are auditioning for (Ex. If auditioning for ‘Cinderella’, a song from another Rodgers & Hammerstein title would be a great option); selections should NOT include any bad language or inappropriate content and students should avoid singing original songs and pop songs that do not match the style of the show.
- Preparation
- Prior to your audition it is highly encouraged that you read the entire script (for plays) or listen to the entire score (for musicals) to ensure you are familiar with the context, characters, and overall style of the production.
- Monologues and lyrics should be memorized (please do not read off paper or your phone).
- Dress to Impress
- Be intentional with what you wear and show your personality.
- Choose modest clothing you can move in.
- Avoid any clothes or accessories that may be distracting.
- Arrive Early – allowing you to be calm and centered when your audition begins.
- Auditions and Callbacks are closed to parents (with the exception of first auditions for students younger than 8 years old).
- There will always be AT LEAST two adults in the room for auditions and callbacks.
- Slate
- slate your full name, age and/or grade level and the name and author/artist of the piece you are performing.
- This is your opportunity to be YOU – be authentic and make eye contact with the casting panel for this section.
- Do Your Best!
- After your slate take at least 1 deep breath, position yourself for the beginning of your monologue or song selection and begin!
- If you mess up, do not feel the need to apologize, but you may respectfully ask if you can start again
- Be focused and have fun!
How to Prepare for Your Callback and What to Expect During Your Callback
- What is a Callback?
- A Director’s opportunity to gather more information and check chemistry between students by calling multiple actors to read together.
- Not every production will require a callback, but for those that do it is an important part of the casting process.
- Actors are notified via email within a few days after auditions.
- Not everyone is always called back. If you do not get a callback, the director may have seen everything they needed to see from you already to cast you in the right role.
- Material
- Actors will be provided selections (called ‘sides’) from the show in advance to prepare.
- For musicals, specific songs and song selections from the production title will also be provided in advance to prepare.
- We typically attempt to provide the material at least 3 days between auditions and callbacks for actors to prepare and become familiar with.
- Preparation
- Give yourself time to review, practice and become as comfortable as possible with the callback material.
- While not expected to be memorized, you are expected to be extremely familiar with the callback material so that you can present your best work.
- If there is a role you desire, fight for it! Be bold, be brave and give your best!
- Dress to Impress
- Be intentional with what you wear and show your personality.
- Choose modest clothing you can move in.
- Avoid any clothes or accessories that may be distracting.
- Arrive Early
- Auditions and Callbacks are closed to parents (with the exception of first auditions for students younger than 8 years old).
- There will always be AT LEAST two adults in the room for auditions and callbacks.
- Have fun!
- Callbacks will be conducted in groups. You will read the sides and sing the numbers that were previously selected and shared with you.
- Please put forth your best effort toward every role you perform (not just the one you are hoping for), as we take the entire callback into consideration when casting.
- Make strong choices and commit 100%!
- Most of all, have fun! Callbacks are your chance to showcase your talents and shine!
