Disney s(a(little(mermaid(jr.( ( ( (!!!!! ( ( Feb.(20(8(Mar.(8,(2015!!! Lyrics!by!Howard!Ashman!and!Glenn!Slater!! Music!by!!Alan!Menken!! Book!by!!Doug!Wright!! Based!on!the!Hans!Christian!Andersen!Story!and!the!Disney!Film! produced!by!howard!ashman!&!john!musker!and!written!&!directed!by! John!Musker!and!Ron!Clements!! Journey! under!the!sea!with!ariel!and!her!aquatic!friends!in!disney s! THE!LITTLE!MERMAID!JR.,!adapted!from!Disney s!2008!broadway! production.!in!a!magical!underwater!kingdom,!the!beautiful!young! mermaid!ariel!longs!to!leave!her!ocean!home!!and!her!fins!!behind! and!live!in!the!world!above.!but!first!she'll!have!to!defy!her!father!king! Triton,!make!a!deal!with!the!evil!sea!witch!Ursula,!and!convince!the! handsome!prince!eric!that!she s!the!girl!whose!enchanting!voice!he s! been!seeking.!!
WHERE: PARTICIPATION-FEE: REHEARSALS: TECH-WEEK: EXPENSES: Role Description Range ARIEL Ariel,4the4heroine4of4our4story,4is4a4little4mermaid4who4longs4to4be4human.4Cast4a4strong4 singer4and4dynamic4performer4in4this4role.4ariel4has4some4beautiful4solos4but4must4be4 able4to4convey4meaning4through4gesture4once4she4loses4her4voice. CARLOTTA Carlotta4is4the4headmistress4in4Prince4Eric s4palace4and4ariel s4greatest4human4ally.4this4 nondsinging4role4needs4to4be4warm4and4maternal4to4make4ariel4feel4welcome. CHEF4LOUIS Chef4Louis4is4the4overDtheDtop4head4chef4in4the4palace.4He4is4always4wild4and4frenetic.4 This4is4an4excellent4featured4role4for4a4comedic4performer. CHEFS The4Chefs4are4Chef4Louis s4assistants.4the4music4in4 Les4Poissons 4can4be4challenging,4so4 good4choral4singers4are4a4plus4for4this4group.4your4chefs4can4also4double4as4members4of4 the4sea4chorus. FLOTSAM4&4JETSAM Flotsam4and4Jetsam4are4Ursula s4slippery4spies.4these4electric4eels4are4sinister4and4 sneaky,4so4look4for4performers4who4can4be4underhanded4and4devious4while4still4being4 heard4on4stage.4flotsam4and4jetsam4can4be4played4by4boys4or4girls. FLOUNDER Flounder4is4Ariel s4sincere4and4sensitive4best4friend4who4is4loyal4to4the4end.4this4spunky4 fish4also4has4a4showdstopping4solo4in4 She s4in4love. 4Flounder4can4be4cast4with4a4girl4or4 a4boy4with4an4unchanged4voice.4this4may4be4a4wonderful4role4for4a4younger4performer4 who4is4ready4to4take4the4next4step4into4the4spotlight. GRIMSBY Grimsby4is4Prince4Eric s4prim4and4proper4valet.4he4is4rigid4in4personality4and4constantly4 trying4to4guide4prince4eric4towards4the4throne.4while4grimsby4does4have4some4singing4 to4do,4strong4acting4trumps4singing4ability4for4this4role. GULLS The4Gulls4are4Scuttle s4flock4of4zany4 backdup4singers 4who4help4explain4human4stuff4to4 Ariel.4While4there4are4three4principal4gulls4written4in4the4score,4feel4free4to4add4as4many4 as4you4need4to4best4serve4your4production.4the4gulls 4solos4can4be4spoken4if4necessary. Please4bring4a4recent4photo4or4one4will4be4taken4for4you4for4a4$2.004fee. PREPARATION: AUDITIONS: Sunday,-November-16,-2014,-6:30-pm-to-9:30-pm.4You4may4sign4up4for4audition4time4slots4at4sunnyvaleplayers.org4if4you4would4 like4to4ensure4that4you4are4seen4at4a4specific4hour.4all4walkdins4will4be4auditioned4as4well,4but4the4timing4of4walkdin4auditions4will4 be4allocated4on4a4first4come4first4served4basis. Monday,-November-17,-2014,-6:30-pm-to-9:30-pm.4You4may4sign4up4for4audition4time4slots4at4sunnyvaleplayers.org4if4you4 would4like4to4ensure4that4you4are4seen4at4a4specific4hour.44all4walkdins4will4be4auditioned4as4well,4but4the4timing4of4walkdin4 auditions4will4be4allocated4on4a4first4come4first4served4basis. CALLBACKS: Tuesday,-November-18,-2014,-6:30-pm Wednesday,-November-19,-2014,-6:30-pm AGE-REQUIREMENT 84D4184(must4be484years4old4by4January45,42015) Sunnyvale4residents4D4$1004for41st4child,4$804for4each4sibling.44444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444 NonDresidents4D4$1104for41st4child,4$904for4each4sibling.4444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444 NOTE:4Fee4does4not4include4script4or4costume4fees.44Parent4volunteer4hours4are4required. Refundable4Script4deposit4(if4returned4in4good4condition),4Costumes4and4personal4items4such4as4makeup,4undergarments4and4 shoes.44you4will4also4have4the4option4to4order4a4tdshirt/sweatshirt. Sunnyvale4Theatre:45504E.4Remington4Drive,4Sunnyvale,4CA494087 Wear4dance4clothes4and4shoes.44Be4prepared4to4sing,4dance,4and4act. January454D4February419,420154444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444444 Sunday4evenings4from46:004pm4D49:004pm,4Monday4through4Thursday4evenings46:304pm4D49:304pm February4154D419,420154No#Conflicts! PERFORMANCES: February420,421,422,427,428,420154No#Conflicts! March41,46,47,48,420154No#Conflicts!####Note:#There#will#be#two#performances#each#Sunday. Download4the4Audition4Packet/Forms4and4bring4the4completed4forms4to4the4theater.4Review4the4conflict4calendar4and4be4 prepared4to4submit4any4prior4commitments4that4might4prevent4you4from4attending4any4rehearsals.44resumes4are4optional.4-noexperience-necessary. Prepare4324bars4(or414minute)4of4a4song4to4sing4for4your4vocal4audition.4Please4bring4sheet4music4in4your4key4as4an4accompanist4 will4be4provided.4alternatively,4you4can4bring4accompanying4music4in4mp34or4cd4format.4we4will4provide4a4sound4system4to4play4 your4music4while4you4sing. You4do4NOT4need4to4bring4a4prepared4monologue.4Instead,4you4will4be4asked4to4read4a4line(s)4from4the4show4at4auditions. ROLES:
KING4TRITON KING4TRITON4rules4the4sea4and4is4a4force4to4be4reckoned4with.4This4nonDsinger4needs4to4 command4the4stage4as4a4strong4leader4but4also4show4the4tenderness4of4a4parent.4cast4a4 mature4performer4who4feels4comfortable4playing4father4to4ariel4and4the4mersisters. LAGOON4ANIMALS The4Lagoon4Animals4try4to4convince4Prince4Eric4to4kiss4Ariel.4This4ensemble4can4double4 as4the4sea4creatures. MERFOLK The4Merfolk4of4King4Triton s4court4and4can4double4as4sea4creatures. MERSISTERS The4Mersisters4(Aquata,4Andrina,4Arista,4Atina,4Adella,4Allana)4are4Ariel s4siblings4and4full4 of4personality4and4sass.4these4are4great4roles4to4showcase4talented4singers4and4dancers4 who4can4create4and4play4six4distinctive4characters. PILOT The4Pilot4is4the4head4sailor4on4Prince4Eric s4ship.4this4nautical4expert4who4entertains4the4 sailors4with4wild4tales4of4the4sea4presents4an4opportunity4to4highlight4a4developing4 performer.4the4pilot4has4a4few4speaking4lines,4but4his4singing4voice4is4most4important. PRINCE4ERIC Prince4Eric4is4the4adventurous4prince4who4captures4Ariel s4heart.4look4for4a4charming4 performer4with4a4sensitive4nature.4prince4eric4has4a4few4small4solos,4but4it4is4more4 important4to4cast4a4strong4actor4in4this4role. PRINCESSES The4six4Princesses4try4everything4they4can4to4win4the4heart4of4Prince4Eric.4Since4none4of4 them4possesses4the4voice4prince4eric4is4searching4for,4cast4actresses4who4can4create4an4 exaggerated4and4comedic4personality4through4song.4the4six4princesses4can4double4as4 the4six4mersisters. SAILORS The4Sailors4are4the4crew4of4Prince4Eric s4ship.4they4are4eager4for4adventure4and4ready4to4 tackle4a4storm.4the4sailors4can4be4played4by4boys4or4girls4and4can4double4as4sea4chorus. SCUTTLE Scuttle4is4the4knowDitDall4seagull4who4serves4as4Ariel s4expert4on4humans.4he4is4funny4 and4offdbeat.4while4a4good4singer4will4rock4 Human4Stuff, 4this4song4can4easily4be4 spoken4in4rhythm.4look4for4a4performer4with4good4comedic4timing4who4is4willing4to4have4 fun4with4scuttle s4eccentricities. SEA4CHORUS The4Sea4Chorus4is4responsible4for4creating4each4world4within4the4show.4Look4for4 performers4who4can4move4gracefully4and4are4capable4of4being4part4of4a4scene4without4 drawing4focus.4this4can4also4be4an4opportunity4to4showcase4some4of4your4more4skilled4 dancers.4the4sea4chorus4can4double4as4merfolk,4sea4creatures4and4lagoon4animals. SEA4CREATURES The4Sea4Creatures4are4the4ensemble4under4water4animals4in4King4Triton s4court.4they4 can4include4as4few4or4as4many4performers4as4your4production4permits.4there4are4several4 moments4to4showcase4both4dancers4and4singers4in4 Under4the4Sea. SEAHORSE The4Seahorse4is4the4court4herald4for4King4Triton.4This4nonDsinging4part4is4a4good4role4for4 a4young4performer4with4a4clear4speaking4voice. SEBASTIAN Sebastian4is4the4meticulous4and4anxious4crab4who4tries4to4keep4Ariel4safe4while4getting4 to4lead4some4of4the4most4memorable4songs4in4the4show!4look4for4a4strong4singer4who4 can4also4handle4sebastian s4emotional4range.4sebastian4can4be4played4by4a4boy4or4girl. TENTACLES The4Tentacles4are4extensions4of4Ursula,4perhaps4the4poor4unfortunate4souls4who4are4 now4trapped4in4her4lair.4look4for4six4or4eight4performers4who4work4well4together4and4 can4move4as4a4unit. URSULA Ursula4is4the4manipulative4sea4witch4who4tries4to4overthrow4King4Triton.4She4is4cunning4 and4devious4and4will4stop4at4nothing4to4get4what4she4wants.4cast4a4mature4performer4 who4can4bring4out4this4villain s4humor4while4finding4texture4in4ursula s4complexity.4 Ursula s4songs4can4be4challenging,4so4look4for4a4singer4who4will4feel4comfortable4with4 these4solos.
SCP AUDITION PACKET Welcome to the Sunnyvale Community Players and auditions for our junior production. We want this to be a pleasant experience for everyone involved, so please take a moment to read the following information. Enclosed in this packet you will find audition information and general information about SCP s policies and procedures. Materials include (* items need to be completed, signed/initialed and turned in before auditions): SCP Audition Checklist Important Information SCP Practices* Parent Volunteer Code of Conduct* SCP s Conflict Policy* Performer s Contract Hold Harmless Agreement* Insurance Information Form* Audition Information Form* Audition Form* Production Registration Form* Conflicts Calendar* Registration Fee Worksheet* If you are viewing this from our web site, please print out all of the forms, fill out completely and bring them to auditions at the Sunnyvale Theatre. If you don t have all the information you need to fill out the form, leave it blank. You will need to provide the pertinent information the day after your audition. If you have any questions, please let us know. Please follow these steps for your audition: 1. Fill out the Audition Information Form, Production Registration Form, Conflicts Calendar, and Fee Worksheet. 2. Read and sign the remaining forms listed above. 3. Take your completed forms to the registration table and pay the registration fee - $100 (Sunnyvale resident), $110 (non-resident), $80 for each sibling (Sunnyvale resident), $90 (non-resident). 4. You will be given an audition number tag. Please wear your audition number on your right shoulder. You May be referenced by this number throughout the audition and callbacks. 5. Have your photo taken if you don t have one. There is a $2.00 fee per photo. 6. Have your measurements taken by the costumers or one of the staff members. 7. Remain in the Theater lobby until you are called to audition. o NOTE: Auditions are closed! No parents or spectators will be allowed in the house. Break a leg! Remember, the Director is watching you from the moment your number is called. Take a deep breath, smile, and try to have fun. A positive attitude is very important. Ten performers at a time, in numerical order, will be called to audition. Please listen for your number to be called. Have respect for those who are auditioning and remain as quiet as possible while waiting. One at a time, you will be called forward to begin your audition. When you are called, introduce yourself in a nice, loud voice, and smile. After you perform your song, return to your group. Throughout, try to relax, and remember, we all admire your ability and willingness to audition. Once released back to the Theatre lobby, please wait to be given your callback sheet. If you have any questions, please ask the Producer or one of the staff. Since our Directors must concentrate on each performer, they will not be able to answer questions during auditions. We welcome you to Sunnyvale Community Players!
! ~ Important Information ~ Sunnyvale Community Players Audition Information Location: Sunnyvale Theatre, 550 E. Remington Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087 Auditions: Sunday, 11/16/2014 and Monday, 11/17/2014 - pm Callbacks: Tuesday, 11/18/2014 and Wednesday, 11/19/2014-6:30 pm Cast List Posted: Within one week of casting completion Parent Meeting: First : s*: Tech Week: Information Monday 1/5/2015-6:30-7:30 pm (Mandatory) Monday 1/5/2015 - pm Sundays 6:00-9:00 pm. Mondays thru Thursdays pm Sunday, 2/15/2015 Thursday, 2/19/2015 6:30-10:00 pm (No Conflicts!) *Every effort will be made to excuse children ages 12 and under by 8:30pm on a regular basis from rehearsals. Exceptions to this rule will be: 1. Tech week - All cast members will be called until 10:00pm for the entire tech week. 2. Children cast in principal roles may be asked to stay until 9:30 for rehearsals regardless of age. Performances: Performance Information February 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 2015 No Conflicts! March 1, 6, 7, 8, 2015 No Conflicts! Note: There will be two performances on Sundays (one at 1pm and one at 4pm) Contact Info: Marcie Shapiro (Lead Producer) marcieshap@yahoo.com All parents and cast are expected to attend the Parent Meeting the first night of rehearsal. At this time, you will have the opportunity to meet the staff, Producers, and others involved in this junior production. You will receive most of the information you will need throughout the production. The parent meeting is also where we will be forming the volunteer committees. We have appropriate jobs at convenient times for everyone, and all parents and cast members will be asked to help in some way. We expect each family to volunteer at least 20 hours for the first child and 10 hours for each additional child during the course of the show. If you are unable to volunteer due to time constraints, you can instead choose to pay $100 for the 20 hours and $40 for each additional 10 hours. Every family is expected to participate in Load-In and Strike. SCP is proud to be able to provide the many talented performers of this area with an opportunity to participate in a unique theatrical experience. A production of this scope relies on the willingness of parents and friends to volunteer their special skills. Again, if you have any questions, please ask the Producer. Please be sure to bring with you to the Parent Meeting: Any completed forms not already turned in. Checkbook for script deposits & volunteer hours should you choose that option. Your calendar, so you can sign up to help on committees and to chaperone rehearsals. Health insurance information (policy #, etc), if not already submitted.
SCP PRACTICES BOTH PARENT AND AUDITIONER MUST READ & SIGN THIS INFORMATION BEFORE AUDITIONING OR APPLYING FOR A CREW POSITION In order to utilize our rehearsal time most efficiently, SCP must maintain a rigorous, fixed rehearsal schedule to make the process fair to all involved. This will allow us to produce the best show possible. If you cannot fulfill the obligations below (especially regarding attendance) then we encourage you to take this show off and audition for the next show. A contract specifying these obligations is enclosed. It should be signed and turned in during auditions with the audition packet. DEADLINES Cast Members must meet all deadlines set by the Director. GRADES Cast Members are to maintain good grades during their involvement in the show. s should not be an excuse for unfinished homework or for being unprepared for class. COSTUMES The Costume Designer will let all cast members know what they will need to find or construct for their characters. Some costumes are handled by rentals or constructed by the Costume Committee. Parents and cast members will be kept informed of their costume fees. PARENT INVOLVEMENT Parent support is essential to the success of any production. Parents should be willing to set an example for their child by volunteering to help with the production and assisting him/her in memorizing lines and blocking. However, parents (except for Hall Monitors) should not plan to watch or attend rehearsals. The time during rehearsals is closed to parents. If you have any questions regarding these obligations and practices, including the purpose of them, please see the producers. SCP CONFLICT & ATTENDANCE POLICY Please complete the Conflict Sheet carefully and truthfully, as it will be used in the casting process. It is critical to successful casting and rehearsal scheduling to be as complete and accurate as possible. When writing your conflicts, be sure to include: Any other production you are in at this time Vacations and trips All regular weekly commitments such as classes, lessons, and athletic activities. If a child with a large number of conflicts is being considered for a lead role, they may be asked to eliminate certain conflicts before casting. SCP reserves the right to NOT CAST a participant if there are more than seven conflicts. Please note there are no excused absences during Tech Week. NO CONFLICTS ARE ACCEPTED FOR TECH WEEK AND EACH CAST MEMBER MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FULL RUN OF PERFORMANCES. Conflicts must be handed in prior to the last night of Callbacks. Any new conflicts will be considered an unexcused absence. New conflicts are not accepted at the parent meeting. Cast members may have two unexcused absences during the rehearsal period. Participants with excessive absences may be asked to leave the show. Attendance will be taken at each rehearsal. Attendance at all rehearsals for which you are scheduled is mandatory. Cast Members missing more than two rehearsals, other than those listed on your conflict sheet or due to illness, may be replaced, regardless of part. Arriving more than 30 minutes late or leaving early from rehearsal is considered an absence. If a cast member needs to be late to rehearsal for a planned event, it must be recorded on the conflict sheet and submitted prior to the last night of callbacks. Work (for those who may have a job) is not an excuse to miss rehearsal. During TECH week any Cast Member with an unexcused absence may be replaced, regardless of attendance record. Each cast member must be available for the full run of technical rehearsals and performances. SCP cannot plan rehearsals without an accurate understanding of who is available at any given rehearsal. Therefore, failure to accurately complete the conflict calendar may result in loss of part or being asked to leave the show. I have read this document and understand the terms. (Parent signature or cast member who is 18) Date Cast member name Aud. #
PARENT VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT Please read and initial all starred lines. By initialing you agree to abide by the conditions below. *I understand that SCP s mission is to provide outstanding theatrical learning experiences that emphasize responsibility and foster teamwork in a supportive, respectful environment, and as such I will model behavior that reflects that mission. *I will model inclusive behavior and expect all participants to respect each other regardless of race, sex or ability. Furthermore, I will not participate in or allow others to yell at or ridicule a participant for making a mistake. *I will place the emotional and physical well-being of participants ahead of my personal artistic judgment. *I will remember that part of the goal of the program is to have fun, improve skills and feel good about oneself. *I will strive to make this program a positive and enjoyable experience for ALL participants and others (staff, volunteers, parents) around me by treating everyone with respect and dignity, and by teaching participants to do the same. *I will not publicly criticize staff or fellow volunteer decisions or disrespect the production staff and volunteers. *SCP provides an environment for participants that are free of drugs, tobacco and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at the theater. SCP S CONFLICT POLICY:! SCP reserves the right to NOT CAST a participant if there are more than seven (7) conflicts.! Each cast member must be available for the full run of technical rehearsals and performances for at least one of our two casts.! Planned conflicts must be turned in on the conflict sheet by the last night of callbacks. Any conflicts received after that will be considered an unexcused absence.! Cast members may have two (2) unexcused absence during the rehearsal period. Participants with additional absences may be asked to leave the show.! Arriving more than 30 minutes late or leaving early from rehearsal is considered an absence. If a cast member needs to be late to rehearsal for a planned event, it must be recorded on the conflict sheet and submitted prior to the last night of callbacks.! SCP cannot plan rehearsals without an accurate understanding of who is available at any given rehearsal. Therefore, failure to accurately complete the conflict calendar may result in loss of part or being asked to leave the show. I have read SCP s Conflict Policy and accept the terms Parent Signature Date
!!!!!!!!!!Performer s)contract! Please complete, review with parents, and return at the Parent Meeting. I,, hereby agree to accept the part(s) of in the show. Attendance I agree to attend all rehearsals for which I am scheduled. I agree to arrive at rehearsals on time and in appropriate clothing and shoes. (No open-toed shoes. Dance shoes are required at all dance rehearsals.) I will remain at rehearsals until the rehearsal is completed and I am excused. I understand that if I am under age 18, I am not allowed to leave the rehearsal/theater premises without adult supervision. I will not loiter in the parking lot after rehearsals. I realize that arriving more than thirty minutes late to or leaving more than thirty minutes early from a rehearsal constitutes an absence. I also understand that work is not an excuse to miss a rehearsal. If I must miss a rehearsal because of a legitimate reason, I will contact the Producer(s) before that scheduled rehearsal. It is my responsibility to contact my double when I will be absent from a rehearsal to make sure they will be at the rehearsal and will learn, and then teach me, what I missed. I understand I am allowed to miss only two (2) unexcused rehearsals (not on conflict schedule and not due to illness) and zero (0) during Tech Week. If I miss more than two regular rehearsals or any during Tech Week, I understand that this may be sufficient cause to replace me. I understand that I need to be available and accessible one hour before each show and during the first hour of each show if I am playing a principal role, even if my cast is not performing that show. I understand that all families are expected to participate in Load-In and Strike. Behavior I understand that no food or drink is allowed on the dance/rehearsal floor or stage. They are only allowed in the Green Room. All food/drink trash will be thrown out in appropriate bins by the end of rehearsal. I will help clean up the rehearsal hall/rooms and dressing rooms after rehearsal and performances. I will be quiet when asked. I will respect and follow the instructions given by the production staff, rehearsal hall monitors, and parent volunteers. I will maintain a positive and cooperative attitude, and support, encourage and respect my fellow performers. I understand that swearing is unacceptable. I will not engage in any inappropriate public display of affection. I understand it is my responsibility to leave rehearsals with all of my personal belongings, paperwork from folders and important messages for parents. Cast members cannot leave the premises during rehearsal periods, including breaks. I further agree to meet all deadlines (including line memorization) and do what is expected of me. I also know that I am responsible for providing my own costume at the costumer s direction by paying for rental of costume, sewing, or hiring a seamstress. I will bring my finished costumes to the Costume Parade, rehearsals when requested, and treat them with care. I know that if the Director thinks I am not fulfilling my obligations, he/she will have a conference with me that could result in my removal from the show at any time. If this does happen, I understand his/her decision is final. Depending on my age, my parents will be notified of any behavioral problems. The consequences can range from being removed from the scene to being expelled from the show. I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE SHOW AND I ACCEPT THIS RESPONSIBILITY. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONDITIONS LISTED ABOVE AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM. Cast Member Signature Date Parent Signature (if cast member under age 18)
HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT I agree to hold harmless SUNNYVALE COMMUNITY PLAYERS and its officers, agents and employees against any and all injuries, costs, losses, damages and expenses (including attorney s fees), which I might suffer from participation in any production, of whatever kind or character and without limitation. By signing this agreement I understand that I am waiving any claims, liens, demands or causes of action which I may now, or in the future, possess against the SUNNYVALE COMMUNITY PLAYERS arising out of, or in any way, related to my participation in any production. Adults 18 and over: Printed Name Date Signature For children under 18: Child s Printed Name Date Signature of Parent/Guardian Sunnyvale Community Players, 500 Laurelwood Rd. #17, Santa Clara, CA 95054 Box Office: 408-733-6611
INSURANCE INFORMATION FOR CAST AND CREW The SUNNYVALE COMMUNITY PLAYERS have an Accident Insurance Policy, which covers injuries sustained by any member of the cast or crew during rehearsals or performances of this show. This coverage is a $25.00 deductible policy the Players will reimburse you for accumulated medical charges over and above $25.00, provided you comply with the following conditions: 1. You must report any accident or injury immediately to the Producer, Stage Manager, and/or Director. 2. You must obtain proper insurance forms from the Producer, and fill them out completely. All medical bills must accompany the completed forms and should be returned to the Producer within ten days of the accident or injury. 3. No claim will be considered for injuries except for those actually sustained while in the theatre, or while working on the show. The Players will not be liable for prior injuries or claims arising from accidents away from the theatre. 4. The Players have the right to get emergency treatment if a Parent or Guardian cannot be reached. Your signature below indicates that you understand and agree to comply with the foregoing terms and conditions, and also agree to abide by the rules in the attached guidelines of the Sunnyvale Community Players. Signature (Parent/ Guardian) Telephone Signature (cast member) Telephone (if applicable) Address City Zip Date Emergency Contact Telephone Sunnyvale Community Players, 500 Laurelwood Rd. #17, Santa Clara, CA 95054 Box Office: 408-733-6611
For Audition Staff Script Fee Paid { } Cash { } Check Measurements Taken: Y / N First Name: Last Name: Nickname: Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Email: Age: Height: Weight: Dance Experience: Do you have any special skills (ie: juggling, gymnastics, martial arts, acrobatics, etc.) Will you accept either a male or female role? Will you accept any role? YES / NO YES / NO Male: Female: Vocal Range: { } Soprano { } Alto { } Tenor { } Baritone { } Bass { } Don't know Sunnyvale Community Players Audition Form ~Auditionee Information~ Do you play any other musical instruments?: { } Yes { } No If yes, which ones?: Type: # of years? Instructor(s): Type: # of years? Instructor(s): Type: # of years? Instructor(s): Which show are you auditioning for? How did you hear about this production? { } SCP Website { } Flyer { } Friend { } Other Below please fill out your most recent stage experience. If you have a resume, you may skip this section and attach it to the back of this sheet. Date Show Name Role(s) Theater Co. Director Age: Low Note: High Note: (if known) Years of Vocal Training: Do you read music?: { } Well { } A little { } No Do you play piano?: { } Well { } A little { } No If no, please list role(s) you will accept: By selecting 'NO' and listing only specific roles that I will accept, I understand that I will not be cast in the show if I do not receive one of my specified roles. Please note: SCP strives to cast every actor in the role that will best challenge them while serving the show. There is no bias towards giving or not giving a role based on the above information. Audition # Hair Color: Eye Color: Are you willing to cut, color or style your hair: Is this your first SCP production? YES / NO If no, how many SCP shows? Most Recent SCP show? THANK YOU FOR AUDITIONING. RELAX AND BREAK A LEG! **Fill out and attach Conflict Form** It is critical to successful casting and rehearsal scheduling to be as complete and accurate as possible. Attach Photo Here
SHOW NAME: Sunnyvale Community Theater AGE AUDITION # Junior Production Registration Form ~Auditioner Information~ Child's Name: Last First MI Nickname: Date of Birth: / / Age: Male: Female: Address: Number & Street City Zip Home Phone: ( ) Mobile Phone: ( ) Child's email: Auditioners Employer (if applicable): ~Parent Contact Information~ *Please include your last name if different from child's name* Email: Guardian's Name: Employer: Work Phone: ( ) Address: Number & Street City Zip Home Phone: ( ) Mobile Phone: ( ) Email: MANDATORY ~Emergency Medical Information~ MANDATORY Is there anything you would like us to know about your child (Allergies, Medical Conditions, etc.)? Insurance Provider: Policy Number: Doctor: Phone: ( ) Dentist: Phone: ( ) In the event that you (the parent/guardian) cannot be reached during an emergency, please give the name of a friend or relative you would like us to call: Emergency Contact Name: Phone: ( ) Address: Number & Street City Zip Relationship: In the event your child is injured or an emergency occurs, SCP will make every effort to reach you. If you cannot be reached, SCP will try to reach your emergency contact. If possible, SCP will call your designated doctor or dentist. However, if deemed necessary because of the nature of the injury or emergency, SCP will obtain medical treatment from the nearest hospital. Please sign below to give your permission to obtain medical assistance as described above. Work Phone: ( ) Mother's Name: Employer: Work Phone: ( ) Address: Number & Street City Zip Home Phone: ( ) Mobile Phone: ( ) Email: Father's Name: Employer: Work Phone: ( ) Address: Number & Street City Zip Home Phone: ( ) Mobile Phone: ( ) Signature: Date: Parent or Guardian
NAME: Conflict Schedule SHOW: THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. Please X the days you have conflicts and use the next page to explain. Turn in with your Audition Form. AUDITION #: SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY January 4 January 5 January 6 January 7 January 8 January 9 January 10 Parent-Cast Meeting 6:30-7:30 January 11 January 12 January 13 January 14 January 15 January 16 January 17 6:00-9:00 January 18 January 19 January 20 January 21 January 22 January 23 January 24 6:00-9:00 January 25 January 26 January 27 January 28 January 29 January 30 January 31 6:00-9:00 February 1 February 2 February 3 February 4 February 5 February 6 February 7 6:00-9:00 February 8 February 9 February 10 February 11 February 12 February 13 February 14 6:00-9:00 February 15 February 16 February 17 February 18 February 19 February 20 February 21 LOAD-IN Call Time TECH TECH TECH TECH TECH 6:30 PM s 6:00-9:00 NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED 6:30-10:00 NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED 6:30-10:00 NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED 6:30-10:00 NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED 6:30-10:00 NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED Opening Night Performance and Gala! 8:00 PM Call Time 6:30 PM Performance 8:00 PM February 22 February 23 February 24 February 25 February 26 February 27 February 28 Call Time 11:30 AM Performances at 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM BRUSH UP Call Time 6:30 PM Performance 8:00 PM Call Time 6:30 PM Performance 8:00 PM March 1 March 2 March 3 March 4 March 5 March 6 March 7 Call Time 11:30 AM Performances at 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM BRUSH UP Call Time 6:30 PM Performance 8:00 PM Call Time 6:30 PM Performance 8:00 PM March 8 March 9 March 10 March 11 March 12 March 13 March 14 Call Time 11:30 AM Performances at 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM STRIKE March 15 *** No conflicts are accepted during tech week*** ** dates & times are subject to change** STATE REASONS FOR CONFLICTS BELOW (USE THE BACK IF YOU NEED MORE ROOM) :
Additioinal siblings: Name: Audition #: Additional siblings: Name: Audition #: Show Name: PAYMENT INFORMATION (Payable to SCP): Check #: Mother's Name: Day Phone ( ) Eve Phone ( ) Father's Name: Day Phone ( ) Eve Phone ( ) Resident Non-Resident Registration Fee Worksheet Cost Cost QTY 1st child registration: Name: Audition #: $100 $110 1 The basic costs to participate in this production are outlined above. This payment does not include such optional expenses as cast party attendance; show t-shirt, tickets, photos, shoes, undergarments, etc. These items will be expensed separately. The person signing this form accepts responsibility for payment of all fees incurred during the course of the production. SCP s acceptance of this payment is our commitment to your child s casting and performance in ths production. SCP can make your child's regular attendance at rehearsals, learning of parts as scheduled and respectful attention to all SCP staff and adult volunteers, your family will be required to donate 20 hours of volunteer time, monitor two rehearsals and participate with loadin and strike. 10 additional hours is required for siblings. Should you or your child have any doubts about this commitment, please take time prior to the parent meeting to review the production schedule and your own schedule, and to make certain that the SCP commitment is right for your child/children and your family. $80 $90 $90 1 Date: By registering for this production, each cast member and their legal guardian consents to the use of his or her likeness in photographs or video taken by SCP for advertising and other promotional purposes without payment. $80 Total Due Amount: would like my child to participate in this production. PLEASE NOTE: Should your child decide not to participate for any reason, you must inform the show s Producer in writing NO LATER THAN child dropped to cover expenses associated with the casting process. 1 Total Signature of parent or guardian Date
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Casting: Who makes the casting decisions? The decision makers are the Director, Choreographer, Music Director and Vocal Director. These staff members work together as a collaborative team. They begin to discuss and rate the audition participants as soon as each group of ten participants completes the audition process. This has to be done in order to initiate the callback process. These staff members take home copies of the registration forms and continue to email and talk to one another during the entire callback process. Who is responsible for making the final decision? The Director will make the final decision, especially if the three staff members cannot agree on a casting choice. When is the casting meeting held and who attends this meeting? The casting meeting is held after the last night of callbacks. The following people attend this meeting: the Director, Choreographer, Music Director, Vocal Director, the Stage Manager and the Producer. Why is the cast list usually posted three to five days after the casting meeting? The three to five day period gives the staff the time to check for errors and omissions. This is particularly helpful when casting a large cast. Who is in the room during auditions and callbacks? Auditions and callbacks are closed. The Director, Choreographer, Music Director, Vocal Director and the audition pianist (if someone different from the Music Director) and other staff can be in the room. Are the Producers in the room during auditions and callbacks? No, they only bring paperwork into the room before the auditions begin, and then they go in and pick up the callback forms after each group has completed their auditions and has left the room. Do the Producers or Board Members participate in any casting decisions? No, they do not. The Director, Choreographer, Music Director and Vocal Director are the only ones in the room during the auditions and callbacks so we rely upon their knowledge and expertise and trust them to make the right decisions.
What is the Director looking for in an ideal actor? The ideal actor: Is well prepared, with an appropriate monologue from a published source Shows an understanding of the role and a commitment to the requirements of the role Has a well-prepared, appropriate song in the correct key, with either sheet music or recorded music Has a good attitude, accepts responsibility, and does not make excuses Demonstrates maturity and the ability to stay focused and on track in spite of mistakes or other distractions Gives 100% performance energy all of the time Is willing to accept any role Has few or no conflicts Dresses appropriately for the audition, including movement clothes and shoes for the dance audition. Things that can influence casting include: Training and experience Motivation and energy Attitude Being well prepared Choice of monologue and/or song Vocal range and singing ability Previous work with the Director, Choreographer, Music Director or Vocal Director Matching the Director s vision of the role Excessive conflicts Only accepting specific roles How are final casting decisions made? Final casting decisions are made based on the Director s vision of the show and the characters, the recommendations of the Music Director and Choreographer, carpool requests, and scheduled conflicts. While the Director has a certain vision of the show, casting may also be influenced by the specific actors that auditioned, and the requirements of certain roles (such as a singing role with a particularly high vocal range.) Because we double cast shows (depending on the number of children auditioning), the Director is also trying to assemble two equally balanced casts in terms of age and experience.
How can I get feedback about my audition? The Director, Music Director and Choreographer take a lot of notes during auditions. An actor may be able to request and schedule a small amount of time to talk about their audition with the Director, Music Director or Choreographer. However, as this is not a contractual requirement of the Artistic staff, actors need to understand that the Artistic Staff may not have the time for additional feedback. As auditions tend to be emotionally charged, it is also recommended that the actor wait a week or so before requesting audition feedback in order to gain some emotional distance. General Information FAQ s: What is my time commitment as a Parent/Guardian? A minimum of 20 hours per family is required (20 hours for the first child, and an additional 10 hours per sibling). How much money can I expect this commitment to cost me? Besides your participation fee, the costs for the costumes will depend on which role your child is cast for. You may be asked to buy your own costumes or they may be purchased for you and you will be asked for reimbursement. The cost could range anywhere from $50 to $200. Cast members will be required to provide their own makeup kits, which could run around $30. There is a $30 script deposit, which is refunded upon return of the script in good condition with all notes erased. Optional costs include sweatshirts/t-shirts, photographs, and the cast party. When are rehearsals and how often are they scheduled? s are typically scheduled Sunday through Thursday. Not all cast members will be scheduled to rehearse every day, with the exception of Tech Week. schedules will be distributed at the Parent Meeting. What if I have a conflict? All known conflicts need to be noted on the conflict calendar, which is provided with the audition packet. No conflicts are accepted during Tech Week or for Performances. Who will my contact be if I have any questions about the production? The Producer(s), Producer s Assistant or Stage Manager will be your main point of contact. Please do not go directly to the Director or his/her staff. If you have questions now, please email Myra Diamond, at myra.diamond@yahoo.com.
How am I expected to participate as a parent/guardian? Volunteers are an essential part of our junior shows. They are depended upon to accomplish much of the production workload. There are four required areas each family must participate in and several areas to volunteer your time. Required Areas each family is required to participate: supervision - attend at least 2 rehearsals as a supervisor to monitor cast member behavior, keep the noise level down, and make sure everyone is picked up safely after rehearsal ends. Move-In/Strike work with others to load and unload the set pieces, using a rental truck from the SCP set shop in Santa Clara to the Sunnyvale theater and vice versa when the show ends. If you prefer, you can buy-out of this responsibility for $75. Costuming each family is responsible for their own cast member s costume pieces unless otherwise specified by the costume Director. Specific design instructions and fabric will be provided or rental costumes will be made available. 20+ Volunteer Hours can be applied to any of the elective areas. If you prefer, you can buy-out of this responsibility for $100. Prior to Move in (during rehearsals) Set Construction build and paint set pieces. No experience required. Costumes - assist costume Director with sewing projects and accessory construction. Props Create or gather required props from the provided props list. After Move in (during Tech Week and performances) Opening Gala (held at the theater after the opening performance) food and dinnerware signup sheets, decorations, set up, etc. Lobby Display Create a welcoming display in lobby using rehearsal photos, etc. Backstage Supervision Assist with cast member preparations, such as costume and makeup, monitor behavior and noise control, meeting cues at the proper times and managing the prop table. Cast Party Plan and coordinate the event with the Producer(s).