Auditions

Jesus Christ Superstar Bye Bye Birdie Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat Little Shop of Horrors

Auditioning for Shows

Who May Audition?
Auditions for CUTC productions are open to anyone. We encourage everyone to audition regardless of theatrical experience.

When Are Auditions?
Typically auditions occur on a Saturday and Sunday approximately two months before the show. If needed, callbacks occur on the Monday immediately following auditions. Please view the show description for specific audition dates as well as a list of primary characters.

How Are Auditions Conducted?
Auditions for musicals are typically split into two sections. The first section is the vocal audition. In this audition the person auditioning is asked to sing a few bars of a prepared piece. An accompanist is provided. During this time the individual may also be asked to read a scene from the script. If there is dancing for the part you are auditioning for, you will be taught some basic steps for the show and then use those for the dance audition.

Where Are Auditions Conducted?
Auditions are generally held at he Busey Center, 208 W. Main, Urbana, IL 61801 unless otherwise noted in the information about auditions.

Preparing to Audition
Scripts are generally available for reading before auditions. Individuals are encouraged to read through the show before the audition.

The most important aspect of the audition is to have fun.

Rehearsals
Rehearsals generally start the week after the cast list is announced and are held at the Busey Center, 208 W. Main, Urbana, IL 61801.

Jesus Christ Superstar

Show dates are Apr 3 - 6, 2008

Audition Information

NEW Audition Dates and Time:

Friday Jan 25, 2008 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Saturday Jan 26, 2008 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday Jan 27, 2008 Noon – 4:00 PM

Tuesday Jan 29, 2008 7:00 - 10:00 PM

Wednesday Jan 30, 2008 7:00 - 10:00 PM

Place: Busey Center, 206 W Main, Urbana

Callbacks: Monday Jan 28, 2008, 7 PM

First Cast Meeting: Feb 6, 2008

All auditioners must be at least 17 years old. Bring a prepared song that is rock oriented. It need not be from a musical, but if it is, it should be from something like Rent, Full Monty, Hairspray, etc. There will be an accompanist there to play it for you. Dress comfortably for a dance/movement audition.

Rehearsals will begin June 16. Rehearsal schedule and first week’s location will be discussed at the meeting on June 13

An accompanist will be provided for all auditioners. Adults should bring sheet music for a prepared song of 16 to 32 bars. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for dance audition.

Minimum age for children is 6 years. Children may bring sheet music for a prepared song if they wish; otherwise they will be asked to sing a familiar song such as “Happy Birthday”.




P	Jesus Christ Superstar Bye Bye Birdie Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat Little Shop of Horrors Auditioning for Shows Who May Audition? Auditions for CUTC productions are open to anyone. We encourage everyone to audition regardless of theatrical experience. When Are Auditions? Typically auditions occur on a Saturday and Sunday approximately two months before the show. If needed, callbacks occur on the Monday immediately following auditions. Please view the show description for specific audition dates as well as a list of primary characters. How Are Auditions Conducted? Auditions for musicals are typically split into two sections. The first section is the vocal audition. In this audition the person auditioning is asked to sing a few bars of a prepared piece. An accompanist is provided. During this time the individual may also be asked to read a scene from the script. If there is dancing for the part you are auditioning for, you will be taught some basic steps for the show and then use those for the dance audition. Where Are Auditions Conducted? Auditions are generally held at he Busey Center, 208 W. Main, Urbana, IL 61801 unless otherwise noted in the information about auditions. Preparing to Audition Scripts are generally available for reading before auditions. Individuals are encouraged to read through the show before the audition. The most important aspect of the audition is to have fun. Rehearsals Rehearsals generally start the week after the cast list is announced and are held at the Busey Center, 208 W. Main, Urbana, IL 61801. Show Audition Information 2008 Season Jesus Christ Superstar Show dates are Apr 3 - 6, 2008 Audition Information NEW Audition Dates and Time: Friday Jan 25, 2008 6:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday Jan 26, 2008 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday Jan 27, 2008 Noon – 4:00 PM Tuesday Jan 29, 2008 7:00 - 10:00 PM Wednesday Jan 30, 2008 7:00 - 10:00 PM Place: Busey Center, 206 W Main, Urbana Callbacks: Monday Jan 28, 2008, 7 PM First Cast Meeting: Feb 6, 2008 All auditioners must be at least 17 years old. Bring a prepared song that is rock oriented. It need not be from a musical, but if it is, it should be from something like Rent, Full Monty, Hairspray, etc. There will be an accompanist there to play it for you. Dress comfortably for a dance/movement audition. Bye Bye Birdie Show dates are June 26 - 29, 2008 Audition Information Friday May 2^nd 6:00-9:00pm Saturday May 3^rd 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday May 4^th 12:00-4:00pm Place: Busey Center, 206 W Main, Urbana Callbacks: Sunday, May 4^th starting at 6:00pm. Auditions will follow the standard format – bring a prepared song, there will be someone there to play it. (Note: the directors have asked that audition songs have that 50s/60s influence. So, in addition to songs from that actual time period – songs from Grease or Hairspray would also work) Readings will be provided and dress comfortably for a dance audition. Since this is the area-wide student show, all those auditioning must be high school age or younger (minimum age – 7 years). If you are graduating from high school this spring, you are still eligible to audition. First Cast Meeting: May 12^th, 6:30-9:30pm. Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat Show dates are August 7 - 10, 2008 Audition Information OPEN AUDITIONS Busey Center 208 West Main St., Urbana Friday, June 6 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Saturday, June 7 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Callbacks, if necessary, will be Sunday, June 8 beginning at 2:00 pm. First cast meeting will be Friday, June 13 Rehearsals will begin June 16. Rehearsal schedule and first week’s location will be discussed at the meeting on June 13 An accompanist will be provided for all auditioners. Adults should bring sheet music for a prepared song of 16 to 32 bars. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for dance audition. Minimum age for children is 6 years. Children may bring sheet music for a prepared song if they wish; otherwise they will be asked to sing a familiar song such as “Happy Birthday”. Little Shop of Horrors Show Dates are October 23 - 26, 2008 Audition Information Audition Dates: July 2008 Time: TBA Place: Busey Center, 206 W Main, Urbana Callbacks: TBA First Cast Meeting: TBA Back to Top


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Jesus Christ Superstar Bye Bye Birdie Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat Little Shop of Horrors

Show Audition Information 2008 Season

Jesus Christ Superstar

Show Audition Information
2008 Season