Audition Pack Director: Michael Astill Musical Director: Dean Turner Choreographer: Natalie Hennessy Performances 17-26 May 2019 at Engadine Community Centre Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Rodgers & Hammerstein s Cinderella with Engadine Musical Society. The following information should explain a little more about the society, show and our audition process. Cinderella Audition Overview How Will Auditions Work? What If I Get In? What If I Don t Get In? How Can I Find Out More Information? Cinderella Story Synopsis Attachment: Audition Form Cinderella Audition Overview CASTING RESTRICTIONS - Cast will consist of adults and children for both leads and ensemble and all parts will be age appropriate - People will be cast by look as well as performance - Some minor parts may be cast from the ensemble members. The Production Team may choose to alter the chorus numbers dependent on results of auditions CAST REQUIREMENTS Many of the characters can be doubled up, as some have cameos in one or two scenes.
Please be sure to complete your audition form carefully, listing all your skills and attributes, e.g. acrobatics, dance, tap, etc Please ensure you attach a photo to your audition form so that we will remember who you are CHARACTERS, DESCRIPTIONS, AUDITION REQUIREMENTS CHARACTER DESCRIPTION AGE DIALOGUE VOCAL MOVEMENT Cinderella Fairy Godmother Stepmother Grace Joy Christopher Lionel Queen Constantine King Maximillian The classic fairytale princess. Kind hearted and warm. A dreamer with a lack of self confidence. A nurturing mother figure for Cinderella, yet oozes fabulousness. Mean spirited, self-obsessed woman with some cracking one liners. Cinderella s stepsister selfcentered but always in competition with Joy, her sister. One of her passions is food. Cinderella s stepsister. Does not get along with her sister Grace Vanity is her drive however does not notice how blonde she really is. Prince Charming. A young Prince who dreams of finding true love. Playful, charming, sincere. The Steward. Looks out for Christopher. However is not always on his A game. Very patient with Christopher s antics. Over bearing mother who only wants the best for her son, most importantly find him a bride. A King whose wife runs the country. His son obviously gets his charm from his father. 18-30 30-60 40-60 20-30 20-30 20-30 20-50 40-60 40-60 Fox One of Cinderella s best friends 8-12 Racoon One of Cinderella s best friends 8-12 4 white mice One of Cinderella s best friends 8-12 Ensemble A variety of ensemble members are needed to play villagers, recants, maidens and palace guests. A mixture of dancers, actors and singers are needed Vario us ages A strong natural actress no pantomime acting Strong character/ comedic actress with a nurturing flair Strong character /comedic actress Strong character /comedic actress Strong character /comedic actress A strong natural actor, no pantomime acting Strong Character/ comedic actor Strong character/ comedic actress Strong character/ comedic actress No dialogue, however character acting No dialogue, however character acting No dialogue, however character acting Various acting abilities Sop Alto or Mezzo Mezzo Contralto Contralto Light baritone Baritone Mezzo Baritone n/a n/a n/a Some strong vocalists needed Dancing, esp. waltzing Nil Some basic movement Some movement Some movement Dancing, esp. waltzing Dancing Waltzing Waltzing Strong dancer Strong dancer Strong dancer Some strong dancers MUSICAL RANGE C4-D5 A3-C4 C4-F5 C4-C5 C4-F5 C3-F#4 B2-E4
How Will Auditions Work? - An Orientation Night will be held at John Bosco High School on Monday, November 12 2018 at 7.30pm - Auditions will be held at the Theatrette, John Bosco High School on Sunday, 25 November 2018 from 10am - Anyone wishing to be in the show MUST audition AUDITION STRUCTURE - Everyone is to sing a song they are comfortable with. This may be a song from the show. The panel may not require the whole song, so please choose a part of the song that best shows your vocal ability. Songs should be maximum of 2 minutes. - If you are auditioning for a role, you will be to do the reading that is available on the website for that character. Children will not have to complete a reading. - Each auditionee will sing first, and then complete the reading (if ) - Everyone is to do a dance audition. It is your choice if you dance in the session before or after your singing audition. - The day will be broken down as follows: Session ONE: 10.00am 12:00pm 10.00am 10:45am Audition Block 1 10.45am 11.15am Dance Audition for Block 1 and Block 2 11.15am 12.00pm Audition Block 2 12.00pm 1.00pm Lunch Session TWO: 1.00pm complete 1.00pm 1.45pm Audition Block 3 1.45pm 2.15pm Dance Audition for Block 3 and Block 4 2.15pm 3.00pm Audition Block 4 3.00pm 3.15pm Afternoon Tea 3.15pm 4.00pm Audition Block 5 4.00pm 4.30pm Dance Audition for Block 5 and Block 6 4.30pm 5.15pm Audition Block 6 - If there is overwhelming demand or difficulty with casting, auditions will continue into the evening or on, 26 November at 7.30pm (at Bosco Theatrette) - To book an audition spot please do so via one of the following: o At Orientation o By emailing your details to auditions@engadinemusicalsociety.com.au o Call 0402057972 o All auditions must be booked by Friday, 23 November 2018 (This will be first in best dressed. There will be no preferential treatment). o Times are only approximate and you may be asked to audition earlier or later than your booked time - Auditions are open, this which means that people can come and watch you and anyone else who auditions o Mobile phones are to be turned off o If you wish to watch the other auditionees please ensure you pay them respect and remain quiet. - Everyone who auditions will be to complete an audition form o To make the day easier, we recommend you complete this prior to attending your audition o If available, please attach a recent photo of yourself. All children will require a photo attached to their application. This does not need to be a professional headshot. An audition sheet is attached to the end of this audition package.
- We ask that if you know now that you cannot attend any of the rehearsals please state this on your application. It will not necessarily impact your casting, it will however ensure the Production Team allocate rehearsals appropriately. If you audition well and we want to include you in the show, this enables us to work around your commitments when drawing up the rehearsal schedule. SINGING AUDITION - A pianist and speaker will be available o Please provide sheet music for your song OR o A backing track (no lyrics) on a device that can attach to a speaker (a standard audio cable is available) o If you are bringing an iphone please ensure you bring an audio earphone convertor cable - There will be no microphone provided for the singing or reading auditions - If you are auditioning for a certain role, you are not to sing a pre-allocated song. A song that tells a story, from any musical, is sufficient, however in the style of the character you are auditioning for. - If you are not after any particular role in the production you are to sing a song from musical theatre - Song time will be capped at 2 minutes; the Production Team may ask you to stop earlier so ensure you showcase your talent in the early part of the piece - You may be asked to sing scales to confirm your range MOVEMENT AUDITION - All auditionees will be to do the dancing audition. It will be your choice which dance audition session you attend, whether this is before or after your singing audition. You do not need to learn any choreography as it will be taught to you at audition. If you have any specific skills e.g. acrobatics, point dancing, twirling etc be sure to highlight these on your audition form. READING AUDITION - If you are auditioning for a role, please prepare the reading that is provided on the website prior to your audition. - Only those auditioning for certain roles will be to do a reading. - Try to put as much character as you can into your reading audition. CALLBACKS - If, callbacks will be held in the evening of Monday, 26 November at 7.30pm (Bosco Theatrette) RESULTS - Results will be posted on our website www.engadinemusicalsociety.com.au - Cast will not be notified privately prior to public posting of results - If you are for a callback the Production Team will phone you directly. Please ensure you write contact information clearly on your audition form. What If I Get In? - Rehearsals are held at St John Bosco College Hall, Banksia Rd, Engadine or occasionally at Our Lady of the Sea Miranda - Rehearsals commence on Wednesday 28 th November 2018 from 7.30pm unless there is a delay with casting - Rehearsals continue every Monday and Wednesday night, at 7.30pm until the production closes. We will be breaking for the Christmas school holidays. All cast should assume they are at ALL rehearsals however there will be a rehearsal schedule available. Cast will only be called to rehearsals that they will be used in. - Sunday rehearsals for all cast will be part of the rehearsal schedule and may include the odd Sunday earlier in the rehearsal period, however we will endeavour to keep these as to a minimum - Additional rehearsals may be for those in lead roles - Cast are expected to attend all rehearsals. Should cast not be able to attend rehearsals, they must contact a member of the production team as soon as possible
- All cast MUST be available for all of Easter school holidays (12/4/19 29/4/19). If you have plans to be away during April school holidays, please do not audition as it is not fair on people who are available for all rehearsals. - If you have a problem and you wish to discuss this, please call director Michael Astill on 0406839773 or email michaelastill@yahoo.com.au - Performances are from Friday, 17 May 2019 until Sunday, 27 May 2019 - Performances are at Engadine Community Theatre, Old Princes Highway Engadine - Bump in Sat 11 th May 2019 - Rehearsal Sun 12 th May 2019 (approx 9.30am 11pm) - Rehearsal Mon 13 th May 2019 (approx 6.30pm 11pm) - Rehearsal Wed 15 th May 2019 (approx 6.30pm 11pm) - Open Fri 17 th May 2019 @ 8pm - Performance Sat 18 th May 2019 @ 2pm & 8 pm - Performance Sun 19 th May 2019 @ 2pm - Performance Wed 22 nd May 2019 @ 8pm - Performance Fri 24 th May 2019 @ 8pm - Performance Sat 25 th May 2019 @ 2pm & 8pm - Performance Sun 26 th May 2019 @ 2pm - Bump Out Sun 26 th May 2019 post performance - All cast are expected to participate in fundraising activities (e.g. selling chocolates, Bunnings BBQ) - Cast are also expected to assist in promoting the show, scenery building, costumes and other such activities (where appropriate) - If you are a child auditioning for a part it is a requirement that parents/ carers are available to assist with supervision of children and other duties associated with the production of the show FEES - To perform in a production at Engadine Musical Society you are to become a member of the Society. - There is also some show and rehearsals fees which help cover the cost of a rehearsal venue, insurance, costumes and incidental costs - Fees are as follows: o Membership Fees Adults $30 Conc/Student $15 o Show Levy Adults $25 Conc/Student $25 o Rehearsal Fees Adults $50 Conc/Student $25 o TOTAL $105 $65 - You will also need to provide your own stage make-up and may be asked to provide certain items of clothing for costumes - If you do not already own a pair, you may need to purchase chorus shoes or similar What If I Don t Get In? - There are plenty of opportunities to help behind the scenes (including, but not limited to): o Costumes o Sewing o Set construction and painting o Sound and lighting o Backstage o Front of house - Please reference this on your audition form or contact Engadine Musical Society directly to advise your interest
How Can I Find Out More Information? - Check out our website: www.engadinemusicalsociety.com.au - Email auditions@engadinemusicalsociety.com.au - Call Sue on 0402057972 - Call Michael on 0406839773 or email michaelastill@yahoo.com.au Cinderella Synopsis As a kingdom celebrates its Prince's decision to give a ball for the express purpose of finding a bride, Cinderella's two stepsisters and their mother enter. This less-than-lovable trio is followed by what seems to be a large pile of packages, but in fact is Cinderella carrying the ladies' ball gowns, frills and frou frou from a successful shopping spree. Cinderella, it becomes apparent when they arrive home, will have the formidable job of making the Stepmother and Stepsisters beautiful for the ball -- in addition to all her other jobs, which include cooking, sewing, cleaning, washing and everything else imaginable. Although she won't be allowed to go to the ball herself, Cinderella is happy for the others. She always tries to be cheerful and never complains. Sometimes, however, she retreats to her "own little corner" and dreams of a more exciting life. The Queen and King are not in complete agreement about the Prince's ball (which should in fact be called the Queen's ball, since it is entirely her idea). The King doesn't want to have it at all, since it will be a great deal of trouble, a large expense, and why would a red-blooded boy want to get married in the first place? But the Queen has her heart set on it, and neither the King nor the Prince (who dreads the whole idea) can bear to disappoint her. The preparations continue. On the night of the ball, Cinderella helps her Stepmother and Stepsisters get ready. After they leave, she sits alone in her corner and imagines what it might be like at the ball. She's not alone for long, however, for her Godmother appears at the window. Despite this lady's sensible looks and practical manner, she is no ordinary godmother, though Cinderella doesn't suspect this. With help from the Godmother's "fol-de-rol" and "fiddley dee," Cinderella is magically transformed for the ball. Her carriage, changed from a pumpkin, drawn by horses that were mice a moment before, whisks her to the palace. The ball is the ball that everyone remembers from their storybooks, and Cinderella is the most beautiful of Princesses. Does she captivate everyone at the palace? She does! Do she and the Prince fall in love? They do! Must she flee at midnight before her carriage changes back into a pumpkin? She must! Before she escapes, Cinderella loses her slipper, which the Prince retrieves. It is his only clue to finding her again, and he mounts a search for the foot that fits the slipper. All efforts are in vain, however. Even at the Stepmother's house, the Godmother's efforts to intervene for Cinderella are fruitless for Cinderella is nowhere to be found apparently. Cinderella, who herself can hardly believe her memories of the ball, hoping to recapture the magic of the night before, if only in her mind. The Prince stops her, but hardly recognizes the vision of loveliness he danced with underneath Cinderella's sooty clothes and dirty face. She is embarrassed to be seen by him and tries to leave. For a moment it looks as if the story will end unhappily as she walks away, but at the last moment the Prince thinks to try the slipper on her foot, and, of course, the slipper fits. Almost immediately the Royal Wedding begins. As the curtain falls on the happy couple, the Godmother reminds everyone that "Impossible things are happening every day."