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Auditions for Fantasy Playhouse 2011-2012

Arthur and the Magic Sword
Performances: October 7-9 & 14-16, 2011
Has been cast!
Season Extra - A Christmas Carol
Performances: December 2-4 & 8-11, 2011
Has been cast!
Many Moons
Performances: February 17-19 & 24-26, 2012
Auditions Friday, November 11 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 12 at 2:30 p.m.
*Please note that this is a change from previous advertised audition dates.
Roles for ages 8-Adult. 8-12yrs boys and girls-Stars, Comets, Planets (non-speaking dance roles); 13-Adult- speaking roles
Rapunzel
Performances: April 20-22 & 27-29, 2012
Auditions Saturday/Sunday January 28 & 29 at 1:30 pm Roles for ages 9-Adult
Auditions held at the Fantasy Arts Center, 3312 Long Ave, Huntsville, AL Office: 256-539-6829
All auditionees must be minimum age by date of audition!

Audition Tips And What to Expect

The first thing you will notice when entering the Fantasy Playhouse Academy for the Arts center on an Audition day, is the table in the lobby staffed by two volunteer workers. They will have lots of information for you, but here are some things you may want to know before going in.

Pre Audition Dress for the part you are going for. Don't go overboard, but if the part is say Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz it wouldn't hurt to have your hair in braids. Your outfit should suggest a character, not actually be it. Above all though you should feel comfortable in what you are wearing, we may ask you to move. If there is a dance audition you may want to bring a change of clothes or come in those clothes. Do not hide your face, we like to see what you look like and your facial expressions when you read for us.
Audition Registration Before you do anything else you will first be asked to fill out an audition form. If you have a resume prepared, this will go faster and you can staple it to the form. Your resume should probably not be any longer than one page. A headshot is not required, but it can be helpful as we usually see over 100 people on an audition (and sometimes it can be hard to keep track). The picture should be clear, and look like you. Bring a calander or datebook with you to the audition, as we will be asking for any currently known conflicts. Please note that NO conflicts are allowed during performances and the week leading up to the performances (also known as tech week). Those dates are extrememly important to have the entire cast there.
Once you've filled out your form and handed it back in to the front desk volunteer they will give you a number and a side reading. Place the number somewhere easily visable. The side reading is from some text of play, and you will be asked to read it out loud to the audition panel, more on that later. You are now ready to go into the audition room!
Musicals Accompanyment will be provided. However, you should prepare an audition song. Try to keep it short, under a minute and a half at least. Remember that we are Children's Theater, so think appropriate music. Doing songs from Adult orriented shows could be risky given the possible audience on audition day. Bring sheet music! We do not really like hearing Acapella solos, this is theater not American Idol! Practice the song! And warm up your voice before you arrive!
Cold Reading Once we have introduced the audition panel we will start the side readings in numerical order. We are looking for people who speak clearly, give us facial expression, and can project. Don't worry if you mess up, and don't apologize. We've all been there, just keep going. This isn't a contest to see who can finish their side fastest, take a deep breathe and take your time. You can move! You aren't stuck to the floor!
You will be tempted to trade your side reading, or ask for the same one your friend has. We really discourage this! What if the person before you has the same side and does it better? Even if you don't like it that much, try to keep your own side and work with it as best you can.
Expected Behavior Please respect your fellow auditioners! Try to be positive and polite. Do not talk through someones audtions. We are looking at much at the crowd to see who is behaving and who is not. We have a short time in which to prepare out shows, and prefer working with people who can be trusted.
Bring a quiet activity to keep you occupied, such as a book or knitting. The audtion process can be long and tedious!
Call Backs Call back are even more tedious than the initial audition, definitely bring something to keep you occupied (that is quiet). Try to dress similarly to before. Sometimes we remember people not by their name but by what they wore. Check back in with the front desk, they will give you your number. Once you are there sit in the audition room and wait for your turn.
Post Audition Dont' stress! We generally call everone for a part within a week of the audition dates.
If you do not get a part, please please please do not be discouraged! Sometimes there are just too many talented people, or there just isn't a part for your age / character type. We LOVE to see you again! I have seen people not get cast for 8 auditions in a row, and then get the lead.