NEW & USED PRODUCTIONS INC PROUDLY PRESENTS. Cinderella Audition Information Pack

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1 NEW & USED PRODUCTIONS INC PROUDLY PRESENTS Audition Information Pack

2 Contents: Section Page Numbers Production Team/ Welcome Page 2 Timeline of Production/ Requirements 3-4 Audition Dates/Times/Booking Link 3 Commitment Disclaimer/ Show Fees 5 Audition Requirements 6 Character List 7-9 Scenes To Perform At Audition Audition Forms Working With Children s Check Information 18 General Rules Rehearsal Materials 22 1

3 Production Team DIRECTOR/ MUSICAL DIRECTOR- John Forbes ( ) CHOREOGRAPHER- Alan Dunk ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/ STAGE MANAGER- Jared Camilleri COSTUME CO-ORDINATOR- Bethany Taylor Welcome Welcome to the New & Used Productions Inc. s 2016 production of Rodgers and Hammerstein s. New & Used is very excited to have the opportunity to present one of the world s most beloved fairy tales in the January 2016 school holidays, starring a cast of youth aged between 13 and 25 years of age. The show features many excellent roles for both males and females. The leads of course are the iconic roles of, Prince Charming, the Wicked Stepmother, the jealous Stepsisters and the enchanting Fairy Godmother. But Rodgers and Hammerstein s production features other excellent roles including the King and Queen as well as their hilarious steward Lionel. In total, New & Used would like a cast of 26. This will include the six leads with an ensemble of 20 that will also include the understudy roles. There will be a waiting list for unsuccessful auditionees who are still interested in participating in the production should someone drop out during the production period. At New & Used we believe that the understudies deserve to be recognized for their enormous contribution to the production, learning both their ensemble material as well as that of their understudy lead role. Therefore, all understudies are guaranteed two performances out of the total nine. Finally, it is important that all auditionees look carefully at the Show Timeline on the following page, to ensure they are aware of the commitment they are undertaking. Most rehearsals take place between the hours of 10am and 4pm on a Sunday weekly. However, for the leads and during the final weeks of rehearsal other days are also required. Please ensure you are happy to attend these rehearsals before committing to the production. Once again, welcome to New & Used Productions Inc. and best wishes for your upcoming audition. Regards John Forbes and The New & Used Productions Inc. Team. 2

4 Auditions: Timeline Of Production At The Mittagong Playhouse July 11 th General Auditions for all roles (10am-5pm) 20 people will be auditioned per session (10 ensemble and 10 leads). Sessions available are: 10am 12pm 12.30pm- 2.30pm 3pm-5pm Please arrived 15 minutes before your audition time is due to start and please allow 30 minutes overtime in the event the audition runs long. Those auditioning for leads must ensure they can attend call-backs on Sunday July 12 th between and 5pm if required. Please book your audition online at: doodle.com/ td8x n9cp vk9a 9qdk (no spaces) OR Call John on On the online booking please provide your full name and the name of the character you are auditioning for in brackets. July 12 th Additional Auditions and Call-back 20 people will be auditioned per session (10 ensemble and 10 leads). Sessions available are: 10am 12pm 12.30pm- 5pm will consist of call-backs which are invite only. If you are auditioning on Sunday July 12 th you will need to keep the afternoon available in the event of a call-back. Please arrived 15 minutes before your audition time is due to start and please allow 30 minutes overtime in the event the audition runs long. Please book your audition online at: doodle.com/ td8x n9cp vk9a 9qdk (no spaces) OR Call John on On the online booking please provide your full name and the name of the character you are auditioning for in brackets. General Rehearsals/ Promotion Days: Weekly Sundays 10am to 4pm July 19 th to December 20 th 2015 (either at the Mittagong Playhouse OR Bowral High School Hall) All Cast Rehearsals in January 2016: Wednesday 6 th, Thursday 7 th, Saturday 9 th, Sunday 10 th, Tuesday 12 th and Thursday 14 th from 10am to 4pm (At the Mittagong Playhouse). Tulip Time Parade (All cast promotional event)- Saturday September 17 th 2015 (time to be advised). 3

5 Additional Rehearsals for Leads Only: 2015: Saturday July 25 th The Mittagong Playhouse Monday October 12 th 6pm- The Mittagong Playhouse Monday October 19 th 6pm- The Mittagong Playhouse Monday October 26 th 6pm- The Mittagong Playhouse 2016: Monday January 4 th - 10am to The Mittagong Playhouse Performances (January 2016): Friday January 15 th 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Saturday January 16 th 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Saturday January 16 th 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Sunday January 17 th 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Wednesday January 20 th 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Thursday January 21 st 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Friday January 22 nd 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Saturday January 23 rd 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Saturday January 23 rd 2016 The Mittagong Playhouse Bump In/ Bump Out Sunday January 3 rd 10am to The Mittagong Playhouse (Bump In optional) Monday January 4 th 10am to The Mittagong Playhouse (Bump In- optional) Sunday January 24 th am to 3pm (Bump Out & Cast Party- all cast to attend) 4

6 Rehearsal Commitment: It is the expectation of both the production team and the New & Used committee that everyone involved in this production will be available from the date of their casting through until January 24 th 2016, as required by the schedule. To ensure that is a production of the highest quality and in fairness to all involved it is essential that all cast members are available for all scheduled rehearsals. Everyone s time is valuable and it is vital that important rehearsal time is not wasted by the absence of required cast members. All known absences at the time of the auditions must be recorded on the audition form. Missing rehearsals without notice may result in cast members forfeiting their place in the cast. A prerequisite for all cast members is that they need to sign a cast contract with the production team and committee of New & Used Productions Inc. confirming your agreement with the conditions of being cast in this production. Show Fees Audition Free: NA There is no fee to audition for this production. Compulsory Membership & Production Fee: $100 per cast member (Due by August 2 nd 2015) Production Fee Includes: Cost of printing cast script. Cost of cast shirt (all cast must have a cast shirt for promotional requirements) Cost of cast rehearsal CD. Cost of Cast DVD that will be given out at the cast party January 24 th Contribution to general costs of the production. Optional Costs: Early Bird Ticketing- Early bird ticketing allows your family and friends to book their seats before they are made available to the public. In the case of, tickets will become available from the first week of December to the general public. Early bird ticketing will be $10 for all tickets. Please Note: It may be required that your child provide elements of their costume (usually general items such as stage blacks, shoes, stockings/socks, etc.). Also cast are required to purchase their own stage makeup (base, lipstick, eyeliner, blush). 5

7 Audition Requirements: All auditions are completed in groups of 10. Singing Auditions: All auditionees MUST complete a singing audition. Prepare two songs that best demonstrates your voice. (One minute of each) Song choice preferably in a Music Theatre or Disney style. (It is important that you choose songs you are confident with and haven t rushed to learn for these auditions, we may work with you on the song to see your versatility and characterisation.) Songs must be performed acapella without backing track or instrumentation. All auditionees will be tested on their range by completing vocal exercises given on the day. Do not feel intimidated about this as we will work on these exercises with you. Singing auditions will be recorded for review at the end of the audition day. Dancing Auditions: All auditionees MUST complete a dancing audition. Dancing auditions will be learnt on the day within a one hour period with the choreographer Alan Dunk. Dancing auditions will be recorded for review at the end of the audition day. Prince Charming & auditionees called for call-back will be required to complete an additional dance audition on the Sunday with Alan Dunk. Acting Auditions (Only applicable to those auditioning for a lead role or understudy role) These acting auditions will be completed within your group of 10. You are to review ALL scene options provided within this booklet that are applicable to your character. You will perform the scene twice. Firstly the group will improvise the blocking of the scene and then be given direction as to how the scene should be performed. Some auditionees may be asked to assist in the auditions of others by participating in additional scenes, even though not all scenes will include your chosen character. All auditionees in the group will complete a scene for the character they have chosen to audition for. 6

8 Character Requirements: - GENDER Female AGE RANGE PART SIZE Lead DANCING Mover (will be required to waltz) VOICE High Alto/ Soprano HIGH NOTE D5 LOW NOTE B3 VOCAL TECHNIQUE Needs to feel confident singing solos/ needs to have a strong, grounded voice. Pop style. Character Note: Our is independent, spunky and can look however she likes. Blonde hair and blue eyes are not essential. We're looking for someone unique for the role. Prince GENDER Male AGE RANGE PART SIZE Lead Male DANCING Mover (will be required to waltz) VOICE Baritone HIGH NOTE E4 LOW NOTE C#3/Db3 VOCAL TECHNIQUE- Needs to be a confident singer as the Prince has a lot of singing to do (a mixture of solos and duets). Character Note: Prince is a dreamer and an adventurer. He is not a spoilt Prince or conceded at all. He just wants to be an everyday guy and have the chance to find true love like everyone else. 7

9 The Stepmother GENDER Female AGE RANGE PART SIZE Lead DANCING Mover VOICE Mezzo-Soprano HIGH NOTE D5 LOW NOTE D4 Character Note: The Stepmother is a very layered character. She resents for her innocence and her beauty because her own life has gone so horribly wrong. She has lost two great loves and it seems she will never be able to escape her current status in society. She has a thirst for power and luxury. The Stepsisters (Grace & Joy) GENDER Female AGE RANGE PART SIZE Supporting DANCING Mover VOICE Mezzo-Soprano/ Alto HIGH NOTE D5 LOW NOTE C4 (Middle C) Character Note: The Stepsisters are the comic relief of the show. They are not wicked towards because they are malicious but because they don t know any better. As the show progresses they gain more and more admiration for and begin to relate to her. The Fairy Godmother GENDER Female AGE RANGE (preferably 18-25, but younger auditionees will be considered) PART SIZE Supporting DANCING Non Dancer VOICE Alto or Soprano HIGH NOTE D5 LOW NOTE D4 VOCAL TECHNIQUE Pop Sound Character Note: Spunky and fun, the Fairy Godmother is a light hearted and in your face kind of character full of pizazz. She is deeply invested in and is kind of like a cool aunt in the way she interacts with her. 8

10 King Maximillian GENDER Male AGE RANGE PART SIZE Featured DANCING Mover VOICE Baritone HIGH NOTE F4 LOW NOTE B2 Character Note: A very confident and cocky King, King Maximillian is a dry humoured monarch who wants to see his son married, but clearly still thinks he s in the prime of his life. Queen Constantina GENDER Female AGE RANGE PART SIZE Featured DANCING Mover VOICE Mezzo-Soprano HIGH NOTE D5 LOW NOTE B3 Character Note: Obsessed with finding her son a wife as soon as possible, Constantina has no time to waste. She is fast talking, demanding and hilarious. Finding the funny in her voice and mannerisms is very important. Lionel (The Steward) GENDER Male AGE RANGE PART SIZE Featured VOICE Tenor HIGH NOTE F#4/Gb4 LOW NOTE F3 VOCAL TECHNIQUE Needs to be able to hold a tune. Character Note: This is a highly comedic role. Lionel is the Prince Steward and always gets himself into trouble. Comedic timing and willingness to do slapstick comedy required. 9

11 Scenes: & Oh I m awfully sorry. It s quite alright (sees him) Thanks, thanks for your help. Ah excuse me. What s your name?. I beg your pardon?. I like to sit by the fire and the cinders fly in. my face gets smudged. Oh. Cinder- Ella, I like it. It grows on you I-I- I guess. Please excuse me. (goes to leave) Wait. Tell me, how would a man find himself in your good graces? Who wants to know? Let s just say a charming stranger. Well this charming stranger seems very sure of himself. But he d have to get to know me a lot better than some girl he just met on the street. Oh well he d like to very much. Well I don t know if I want to meet this charming stranger. I doubt he knows how a girl should be treated. Like a Princess I suppose? 10

12 No. Like a person with kindness and respect. You re not like most girls are you? What do you mean? Oh nothing. I m sorry. I didn t mean to offend you. That s alright. I ve just lived a very sheltered life. Me too. Really? Every day the same old routine. Till you just want to run away? And never come back! (smiles) I d like to see you again. Stepmother, Stepsisters & Stepmother Grace Joy Grace Joy Grace Stepmother Stepmother Oh I am exhausted. I m tired to mother. You re tired? Yes I m tired! my hat! ( takes it) my gloves! ( takes them) have you cleaned the carpets today? No stepmother I ve had a busy day. You ve had a busy day? 11

13 Stepmother Stepsisters Stepmother Grace Joy Grace Stepmother Joy Grace Joy Stepmother Stepsisters Stepmother Yes I ve been in the village with you. Oh the impertinence. When your father died everyone told me I should throw you out into the street. But I kept you around all these years and this is the thanks I get. (sighs) I ve always been told I ve got to big a heart). You ve got to big a heart mother. We ll have our tea upstairs. We must prepare for the ball tonight. Mother! I ve been working on my naturally infectious laughter. Excuse me? Tonight I will laugh infectiously at all the Princes jokes (starts to laugh and then snorts) I beg you Grace whatever you do! Try not to snort! (looks to her other daughter) And what will you do Joy? Well you said to show him there s more to me than pure beauty so I thought I would recite a poem. A POEM! What s wrong with that? Whatever you do girls you mustn t show the Prince how clever you are. Men can t stand to be around smart women. Yes mother. But shouldn t a man love you for who you are in spite of everything? This isn t about love! It s about marriage! Have I taught you girls nothing! 12

14 Fairy Godmother & Fairy Godmother Fairy Godmother Fairy Godmother Fairy Godmother Fairy Godmother Fairy Godmother Fal-der-al and Fiddle-de-de, Fiddle-lee, fadle-lee, doodle. All the dreamers in the world are dizzy in the noodle! Who are you? I m your Fairy Godmother honey. You? You have a problem with that? Cause if you d prefer a fat old lady in a tutu, sprinkling fairy dust everywhere then I can go- No, no, you re wonderful. I just never dreamed- Ah! There it is! The problem with most people is they dream about doing something instead of really doing it. I know what you re going to say Fal-der-al and fiddlede-de. (sighs) It s impossible. But don t you see. Impossible things are happening every day. But if impossible things are happening every day why shouldn t I dream- even something as impossible as going to the ball? Then go to the ball! Go! No one is stopping you but you. But I have no way to get there. Oh please help me Godmother. I ve been wishing as hard as I can. Fairy Godmother I know you have. Let s see what a little magic can do. 13

15 King, Queen, Lionel & Prince Prince Queen King Prince Queen Prince Queen King Queen King Queen King Queen King Lionel Queen You wanted to see me mother? darling where have you been! Your father and I were just talking about you! Your mother was talking. I was listening. What s this all about? Oh it s wonderful! We re throwing a ball! And we ve invited all the eligible women in the kingdom. What! Mother no! You can t keep doing this to me! What! Max what s he saying? He s saying he doesn t want to have another ball. What! But, BUT, BUT! (Starts to hyperventilate) Chris. All your mother and I want is for you to be happy. Happiness has nothing to do with it! I mean I want you to be happy but you do have certain obligations. What your mother is trying to say is we think it s time you chose a bride and produced an heir. One day soon this whole kingdom will be yours. Not that soon! Your majesties I agree that the Prince should go to the ball tonight. Traitor! I like the way this sounds. 14

16 Lionel Lionel Queen Prince Lionel Prince Lionel Prince Lionel Prince Lionel Well if he finds a bride that s wonderful. But if he does not- (everyone pauses) well- (realizing) Lionel you re brilliant! Mother I will go to the ball tonight but if I don t find a bride I get to find love in my own life, with no interference no matter how long it takes. He ll find her tonight! I can feel it in my bones! You ll feel it in your bones if he doesn t! (King and Queen exit) I m going back to the village. No! Your highness this disappearing act has got to stop! I just want to feel like a real person. Listen to me your highness, real people are not all they are cracked up to be! Look at me. I am a real person. What does that tell you? Believe me they are all out there wishing they could be you. Because they have NO IDEA what it s actually like. Help me out please. You live in a gorgeous palace, you have beautiful women throwing themselves at your feet. Is there something I am not getting? I have no life of my own! Everything is decided for me! Where I go, what I do and who I see. I m going (exits) (Calling after him) But your highness I cannot keep lying to your mother they have laws against that! (pauses) If he wants to kill me why not trample me with his carriage and get it over with! 15

17 New And Used Productions Inc. Proudly Presents: Group Membership Form PERSONAL DETAILS: Name: Age: PHONE: ADDRESS: I AM AUDITIONING FOR: If AUDITIONING FOR a lead: If you do not receive the role you have specifically auditioned for, are you willing to (please tick) o Be considered an alternate lead role. o Be considered for an understudy role. o Be considered for a featured ensemble role. o Be considered for an ensemble role. MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT: I have agreed/ give permission for my child, upon successful completion of my/ their audition, to take on a role in the upcoming New & Used Productions Inc. production of. I/ They will adhere to the required rehearsal schedule set forth by the creative team, ensuring availability for all rehearsals and performance dates required unless a minimum of 48 hours notice is given to the creative team. In addition, I give my consent for my/ my child s image and voice to be used in promotion/ production material and will ensure upon successful entry into the production that I pay my compulsory $100 Membership/Production fee. Signed: Date: *For those under the age of 18 a parent or guardian must sign on your behalf. 16

18 New And Used Productions Inc. Proudly Presents: Additional Information The following details are required for the ensured safety and wellbeing of fellow cast members and of yourself/ your child. All Cast/ Casts Parents Please Complete: Do you/ your child have any medical history, allergies or special dietary requirements we need to be made aware of? If so, are there any medications you/ your child will be bringing to rehearsal at any time that we should be made aware of? Emergency Contact Name: Emergency Contact Number: Under 18s only: During the rehearsal period, do you give your consent for your child to leave the rehearsal venue unsupervised during allocated break times to purchase from local shops their morning tea/ lunch/ afternoon tea? Yes/ No (those who choose no can be assured that your child will be supervised at the venue during these break times) Signed Date 17

19 New And Used Productions Inc. Proudly Presents: 18 Years And Older Compulsory Volunteers Working With Children s Check A Working With Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. As our production is for youth between the ages of 13 to 25, it is a requirement by law that any person aged 18 years or older MUST completed a working with children s check prior to their official commencement as a part of this production. The Working With Children Check involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. The result of a Working With Children Check is either a clearance to work with children for five years, or a bar against working with children. Cleared applicants are subject to ongoing monitoring, and relevant new records may lead to the clearance being revoked. The Check is fully portable which means it can be used for any paid or unpaid child-related work in NSW for as long as the worker remains cleared. As we are a volunteer not for profit group, there is no fee required to complete the check. You must however, once the online form is complete go to an RTA and have your identity confirmed for the check to be completed. For your reference in completing the form, the type of child related work you are entering into is a club or entertainment for children. Either of these choices is applicable. Once complete, please provide us with a copy of your check so we can keep it on file with your membership form and additional information. It is required that you have lodged your application and a receipt is shown to us of your application by the first rehearsal. If you have issues applying prior to the first rehearsal please advise us immediately. All parents who wish to volunteer for the production must also complete the Working With Children Check. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. The New & Used Productions Inc. Team To complete the form please go to: Working-With-Children-Check/New-Working-with-Children-Check 18

20 New & Used Productions Inc. - General Rules The following rules and procedures apply to all participants of New & Used Productions Incorporated at all times including: auditions, rehearsals, bump ins/outs and performances. We ask that all those intending to audition and those who receive a role in the cast of take the time to read and ensure they adhere to these rules in all dealings with New & Used Productions Incorporated. 1. Hands Off Policy This is by far our most important rule. There is to be no physical fighting, nor inappropriate touching of any kind while at rehearsal. This rule not only has to do with appropriate behaviour but also the comfort of yourself/ your child. We want everyone to feel comfortable and safe while at rehearsals and during performances so that their experience is an enjoyable one. This rule also extends to you/ your child s right to say they are uncomfortable during rehearsals and performances in regard to others conduct and also elements of choreography and blocking. The production team is here to support you/ your child and ensure the wellbeing of the cast at all times. Therefore any concerns should be voiced to the production team so that the situation can be dealt with swiftly and appropriately. Please be aware this is one of our rules that can lead to dismissal from the show and please heed any warnings given in regards to this policy. Inappropriate touching or fighting will be dealt with all seriousness during the duration of the production. 2. Language Is To Be Appropriate As we are dealing with a cast of mixed age and maturity, language and topics of conversation are to be kept appropriate at all times. We want to ensure that every member of the cast and crew is friendly and respectful to each other allowing for a comfortable and pleasant rehearsal/ performance environment. 3. Please Be Aware Of Others Allergies No food containing NUTS will be permitted during rehearsals. Some cast, crew and production team members are allergic to NUTS and therefore New & Used Productions Incorporated has a strictly no NUTS policy for the duration of all rehearsals and performances. 19

21 4. Attendance Attendance at rehearsals is greatly important. New & Used Productions Incorporated makes every effort to ensure you/ your child is heavily utilised at all rehearsals you/they are required to attend as outlined by the rehearsal schedule (available to successful auditionees in the cast announcement ). It is important you/ your child do not miss more than 2 rehearsals, unless there is an emergency or justified reason given to the creative team. It would be appreciated where possible that notification be given to the production team at least one week prior to any planned absence. Attendance will be monitored via the cast roll call sheet retained by our director and marked at the beginning of all rehearsals/ performances. This is one of our rules that can lead to dismissal from the show. So please keep us informed in regards to your/ your child s attendance and heed any warnings given regarding this policy. 5. Dress Code The following dress code must be adhered to at all times. Cast who do not follow the dress code will be spoken to immediately: a) Closed in shoes- this is important as you/ your child will be within a working space whilst at rehearsals and performances. Lack of shoes is strictly prohibited and shoes must be closed as other footwear such as sandals are inappropriate and can lead to injury. b) Appropriate Attire- this relates to comfort zones but also what is appropriate for the occasion. Please ensure you/ your child wears appropriate clothing that is not revealing in any nature. Preferably comfortable clothing of appropriate length including t-shirts to the waist, shorts to the knees or long pants. c) Clothing and Apparel should not display inappropriate slogans, symbols or pictures for the comfort of all involved in the production (this links to our appropriate language policy). 6. Hygiene All cast are expected to exercise good hygiene at rehearsals and performances through the following ways. a) Ensuring you come to rehearsal clean wearing fresh clothing. b) Ensure good hygienic practice at rehearsal including washing your hands and applying roll on deodorant throughout the rehearsal/ performance (no sprays please). c) Ensure drinks and/or food is not shared with friends. This can be extremely hazardous due to germs and diseases that can spread through drink and food. It also puts yourself 20

22 and other cast at risk as you/ they may not be aware of pre-existing conditions or allergies. 7. Rules For Arriving/ Leaving The Theatre During Rehearsal These rules are extremely important for your safety and the safety of fellow cast members. a) No cast member is to leave the rehearsal space for the duration of their rehearsal time. At allocated break times cast over the age of 18 and those who have been granted written consent by their parents may leave the rehearsal venue if time allows. Please note this will only be possible during the pm rehearsal lunch break. The afternoon tea rehearsal break from will not leave adequate time so a packed afternoon tea is advised. b) If you do need to leave the rehearsal venue outside of the allocated rehearsal breaks please advise the director or choreographer prior to your departure and let us know your estimated time of return. Cast under the age of 18 should not leave the rehearsal venue outside allocated breaks unless they are accompanied by their parents or guardian. 8. Respect The Theatre/ Rehearsal Space While you/ your child is within the hall or any of our rehearsal venues, please ensure you/ they remember to be respectful of the building in use. This includes no graffiti, inappropriate use of facilities, running in the theatre, leaving rubbish lying around etc. We are guests in our rehearsal/ performance spaces and as such we must treat these spaces with respect and consideration for other users of the space. NO FOOD is to be consumed within the Mittagong Playhouse Theatre. This is strictly outlined in our user booking agreement and therefore food can only be consumed in the foyer, supper room or school of arts room during allocated break times. 9. Arrival & Departure From Rehearsal On Time We ask that all cast arrive/ are dropped off promptly to rehearsals at their allocated start time for rehearsals. This will vary between 9.45am drop off or 12.45pm drop off depending on the needs of the schedule. Likewise we ask that all cast depart/ are picked up promptly from rehearsals at the 4pm finish of the rehearsal time as the production team will need to remain at the venue until all cast have left/ been collected. If you are unable to drop off or pick up your child at the time advised on the schedule please call or ahead to notify us so we are prepared or can assist you if need be. 21

23 New & Used Productions Inc. Rehearsal Materials All cast must ensure they bring the following to each an every rehearsal between now and the first performance. Use this page as a checklist before leaving home: 1) The Script! There is no way a rehearsal can run smoothly if we are constantly sharing scripts between cast. All cast MUST bring their scripts with them to rehearsals. Note: All cast are allocated a script that will be numbered for their reference. This script is hired out to cast for the duration of the production with their name linked to the allocation number. The script must be returned by the return date in order for reimbursement of the $20 script hiring fee (due at the first rehearsal). 2) A Water Bottle! (with the cast members name on it) Greatly important! During rehearsals physical exertion will occur in the form of blocking, singing and dancing. Therefore it is required that ALL cast ensure they are properly hydrated by bringing a long a water bottle with their name on it. 3) A Pencil! It is important you are able to make notes during rehearsals to ensure you correctly remember blocking, choreography, script alterations or musical considerations. As such all cast must bring a pencil to rehearsal to write in their scripts. NO PENS are permitted for writing notes as the scripts will be on loan to you and all markings must be removed prior to the books return. 4) Deodorant! SO IMPORTANT! As we will be inside for the duration of all auditions, rehearsals and performances with as many as people working together, personal hygiene is very important, particularly in regards to sweat and smell. All participants, as outlined in the General Rules MUST bring ROLL on deodorant to be applied throughout the day. 5) Packed Lunch/ Afternoon Tea! All cast attending afternoon session OR who do not have the permission of their parent/ guardian to leave the theatre during lunch breaks MUST bring a packed lunch/ afternoon tea with them to every rehearsal. 22