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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

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 2nd
6:00-9:00pm
Saturday May 3rd 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday May 4th
12:00-4:00pm
Place:
Busey Center,
206 W Main, Urbana
Callbacks:
Sunday, May 4th
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 12th, 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
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