Rules & Regulations *In order to be eligible to perform at the Turlock Community Theatre TAM-TAM Talent Show (also referred to as: TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show) LIVE SHOW COMPETITION, scheduled for Saturday, April 6 th, 2019, each Performer and/or Act must submit a completed application (included in this packet) to the Turlock Community Theatre. All applications must be received by 5:00 PM on Friday, January 18 th, 2019. *All talents are welcome! This includes, but is not limited to: Singers, dancers, bands, acrobats, magicians, comedians, pets and their trainers, variety acts of all kinds, and anything else that you think will dazzle and delight the audience. We want to be entertained y all, so BRING IT! *Where to start: Please read through this entire packet, which includes the rules & regulations, application form, eligibility requirements, audition tips, and description of the live show competition. *In order to be a candidate for our LIVE SHOW COMPETITION, we will most definitely need to see your Act in all of its gusto and glory! You may show us your talent in one of the following ways: Option #1: You may submit a Recorded Video Demo of your performance using YouTube or a DVD. If you are using YouTube to submit, please provide the specific link to your video demo. Please make sure all members of your act are represented in the video, as well as any music, costumes, props, etc. that are part of your act. We want to see your performance in its entirety, as if you were performing on our stage for the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION, so include all elements of your act in your Video Demo! Option #2: You may also choose to attend one of the Audition Demo Nights, scheduled on Thursday, January 24 th, 2019 from 5:00-8:00 PM, and on Friday, January 25 th, 2019 from 5:00-8:00 PM. At the audition demo nights, acts will be demoed in order of their arrival, and will be seen as time permits. Once again, when auditioning, please make sure all members of your act are present to perform, and include any music, costumes, props, etc. that are part of your act. We want to see your full act, with all of the bells and whistles, so come prepared! Auditions will be held at the Turlock Community Theatre: 1574 East Canal Drive, Turlock, CA 95380; PHONE: 209-668-1169 PLEASE NOTE: ALL ACTS NEED TO BE BETWEEN 45 SECONDS & 2-MINUTES IN LENGTH. *How to Submit: Once all of your forms have been filled out and your video has been made (if choosing option #1), you may mail in your completed application and video submission (if applicable) to the Turlock Community Theatre: P.O. Box 1458, Turlock, CA 95381. Or, feel free to save on the postage and drop it off at the TCT Box Office: 1574 East Canal Dr., Turlock, CA 95380. TIP: If the box office is closed, simply use the postage/mail slot on their door to drop in your application packet, then cross your fingers & toes!
*Once all audition demo nights have been held, and all video submissions have been reviewed, the Producers of the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show will then make final decisions on the contestants that will be chosen to compete at the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. Producers will contact applicants by March 1 st, 2019, via E-mail or by Phone, to let them know if they have made it onto the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. Just know we are looking for a variety of acts for our show, so if you re not chosen as a finalist, it doesn t mean we didn t like you or your act. SO PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, make sure you try-out for the fun once again next year! *Participants under the age of 18 must fill out a Parent/Guardian Consent Form (see page 6 of the application form) in order to be eligible to participate in the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show auditions and LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. This form should be filled out, signed, and submitted along with your completed application packet and video submission (if applicable). Performers aged eighteen and under must also be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the audition process and/or LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. *Due to liability and safety concerns, The Turlock Community Theatre and its Producers need a record of all participants that will be performing on the TCT Stage. Therefore, if you are participating as part of a group, please make sure all names are listed on the Additional Performers application form, and a signature and date are included for each participant. *IMPORTANT: All acts should be between 45 seconds and 2 minutes in length. Any act exceeding this time limit will be disqualified from judging. *Accompaniment tracks must be on a CD. Please make sure your music and/or sound effects are edited to the correct length of your performance. Please bring two Compact Disc copies of your music. All CD s must be clearly labeled with a Black Sharpie with your Name, the Name of Your Act/Type of Act (vocal, dance, magic act, etc.), and your Phone Number. You agree to allow the TCT to keep one copy of your Act Music, in the case you are called back to perform at the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. *Participants must arrive at the Turlock Community Theatre in costume and ready to perform, as facilities will not be available for hair, makeup, or dressing. Restroom facilities, however, are available. *We encourage acts that are one-of-a-kind, unique, and a little edgier, HOWEVER, please know this is a family show where all ages will be in attendance. When putting together your act, please make sure your content, language, and attire are appropriate for our audience members. *Profanity or vulgar lyrics in any performance will not be permitted. Acts featuring fire or pyrotechnics are not permitted. Props that pose a safety risk to audience members or other performers will not be permitted. *Application Fees: There is no fee to apply and audition for the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show. *PLEASE NOTE: The TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show was created as a fun way to involve the community, while raising money for the Turlock Community Theatre. All voting, judging, and hitting of the tam-tam is done in light, so if you do end up getting the Big Wham on the tam-tam, well, just know you ve done your part to help make a fun evening come to fruition! There s a lot of time, money, and effort that goes into keeping our 1000 seat theatre alive and kicking, but with the continued support of our community, we know the Turlock Community Theatre will continue to grow, prosper, and bring the most delightful acts to our stage. On behalf of the TCT Board Members and Producers of the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting the Turlock Community Theatre! - Rules & Regulations - PAGE 2 -
Audition Tips HELLO, BABY! Once you step onto the stage, you are officially in performance mode, so take a step back and ask yourself: What kind of first impression do I want to make? Think of how you want the judges and producers to view you: From your costumes and makeup, to the way you walk, dance, or leap onto the stage! Your introduction should be no more than 30 seconds long. Within that timeframe, plan on telling us your Full Name, Your Act Name (something catchy and fitting!), Your Age, Where You Currently Live, and anything else you d like to share of interest. Be brief, concise, and fun! If you're part of a group act (ie. band, dance troupe, magic act, etc.), your entire act must be together when introductions occur. It would also be nice to inform the producers/judges how you came to know each other (if part of a group performance), and how your act came about. LIGHT UP THE STAGE! We are looking for creativity at its finest, with the added twist of unexpected surprise and humor - ENTERTAIN THE PANTS OFF US! Whether it be a legitimate talent you have, or a stupid party trick you ve been doing for years, or a comedic act that has people in stitches, or an avant-garde performance that s edgy, or simply something that no one has ever seen before, the more unique the better. After all, it is the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show! KEEP IT SHORT & SWEET Your total performance time should be between 45 seconds and 2 minutes. Acts that run longer than 2 minutes (120 seconds) will be disqualified. BE PREPARED When auditioning, it s always a good idea to have 2 or 3 different acts/auditions ready to go, just in case the Producers would like to see more. TOUCHY-FEELY Remember, your ultimate goal is to entertain your audience and to make them Feel. Whether that be a laugh, a tear, a gasp, or a tremor, it is YOUR JOB to make the spirit come alive in your act. So think outside of the box and get creative with your showmanship, costumes, make-up, music, special effects, and props. But please avoid trademarked materials, vulgarity, and FIRE! Thank you. PRE-RECORDED MUSIC/SOUND EFFECTS If pre-recorded music is part of your act, we ask that you bring 2 COPIES of your music on Compact Disc. It should be edited and ready-to-go to accompany your performance. Using a Black Sharpie, please write your Full Name, Act Name, Type of Performance, & Phone Number on each of the CD s. One of these copies will stay with the Producers of the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show, in case you are chosen to compete in the Live Show Competition. Please Remember: Prior to performing at one of our Live Audition Demo Night s (being held on January 24 th and January 25 th ), you must have filled out and submitted your completed application form by 5:00 PM on Friday, January 18 th, 2019. *The application form is included at the end of this packet. You can also download additional copies at www.turlocktheatre.org or pick one up in person at the TCT Box Office 1574 E. Canal Dr., Turlock, CA 95380.
LIVE SHOW COMPETITION - After all auditions and video submissions are reviewed, the TCT Producers will select a certain amount of performers who will compete onstage at the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION held on the evening of Saturday, April 6 th, 2019. - During the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION, a panel of three judges will critique each performance. If any judge finds the act to be unworthy of the prize, they may stand up and hit the tam-tam. Once the tam-tam is struck, all performers must stop their act immediately, as their time in the competition is over. - If a performer makes it through their entire act without one of the judges hitting the tam-tam, each judge will then give them a score ranging from 1 (being low) to 10 (being high). The top three performers who earn the most points from the judges will be considered finalists. During each intermission, the audience will have the chance to vote for their favorite finalist by purchasing ballot tickets, and ultimately, their votes will decide who the winner is of the Grand Cash Prize! Here s the rest of the lowdown: There will be Five Components to the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION: *ACT 1: During ACT 1, ten performers will show off their talents on stage! The top three performers with the highest scores (deemed by the judges) will head to the finals where audience members will be able to vote for their favorite act... This will take place during INTERMISSION 1 (see below). *INTERMISSION 1: All voting for ACT 1 s top 3 Performers must occur during this first intermission. Audience members have the opportunity to show their support for their favorite performer by purchasing tickets to vote. Each ticket costs $5.00, and each ticket counts as one valid vote. Once a ticket has been purchased, the audience member may place it into their favorite performers voting box. Audience members may vote as many times as they d like. Purchasing tickets to vote is a Win-Win: Not only are audience members getting involved in the fun by voting for their favorite act, but all cash donations made from their generosity goes solely towards making sure our Turlock Community Theatre continues to stay open to the public and thrive in the years to come. *ACT 2: During ACT 2, ten more performers will show off their talents on stage. The top three performers (deemed by the judges scores) will head to the finals where audience members can once again purchase tickets for $5 each, and vote for their favorite performers as many times as they d like. All voting for ACT 2 finalists will take place during INTERMISSION 2 (see below). *INTERMISSION 2: All voting for ACT 2 s top 3 Performers must occur during this second intermission. Same voting rules apply as in INTERMISSION 1 (see above). *AWARDING OF THE CASH PRIZE: A one-time cash prize of $1,999.19 will be awarded to the Performer/Act who receives the most votes from the Audience. The Cash Prize will be presented once all votes have officially been counted. Why $1,999.19 as the cash prize, you ask? Well, the Turlock Community Theatre officially opened its doors in the year 1999, and the 19 cents represents the first year for this event, 2019... Fitting, right?!
APPLICATION FORM PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY WITH BLACK INK: Name of Performer: (OR Contact Person/Spokesperson for Group Act; Please make sure to print your Full Name [First, Middle, and Last] as it appears on your Driver s License, Birth Certificate, or ID Card) Name of your Act: (NOTE: If you are part of a GROUP ACT, we must have a list of all the people performing in your act. IT IS MANDATORY that you fill out the ADDITIONAL PERFORMERS FORM (found on page 3). All additional performers must be listed on this page, and must sign and date in the designated spots. Thank you!) Date of Birth: (NOTE: If you are under the age of 18 at the time of the auditions or LIVE COMPETITION SHOW, you must have your parent/guardian fill out the PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT FORM, and sign and date in the designated areas.) Home Address: Phone Number(s): Mobile: Home/Other: E-Mail Address: Style of Performance (Please Circle the One that Describes Your Act Best): *Solo Vocalist *Group Vocals (2 or more) *Solo Instrumentalist *Group Band (2+) *Solo Dance *Dance Troupe (2+) *Comedian (solo) *Comedy Act (2+) *Magician (solo) *Magic Act (2+) *Variety Act/Other (solo) *Variety Act/Other (2+ actors) 1. Please briefly describe your act: - APPLICATION FORM PAGE 1 -
2. How will you be auditioning for the show? Please Check One Box, either A or B : A. I have submitted a Recorded Video Demo (on YouTube or DVD) along with my completed application and feel-good, positive vibes that you ll want ME for your show! Remember, if submitting a Video Demo, your act must be complete with all participants, music, costumes and/or props, exactly as it would be performed if chosen to compete at the LIVE SHOW COMPETITION. Thank you! Please Provide Link to YouTube Video: B. I will be auditioning at one of the scheduled Demo Nights. If possible, I would prefer to show you my act on (pick one): Thursday, 1/24/19 OR Friday, 1/25/19 3. How many total People and/or Pets will be performing with you onstage? Please be specific: 4. Will your act require time to set up on stage? Ideally speaking, set up time for your act should be under 90 seconds, if at all possible. If you will need to set up equipment prior to your performance, please list all materials, gear, props, etc. that you will need to set up on the stage for your act. Please be specific: 5. Handheld/stand microphones will be available for your act. Please inform us below if you will need more than one microphone for your act. If you are more comfortable bringing your own microphones and/or equipment, feel free to do so! If so, please tell us below what you re planning on bringing: 6. Will you be bringing your own instrument(s)? Circle One: YES / NO If so, which instrument(s) will you be bringing with you for your performance: 7. Will you be performing your act to a pre-recorded CD track with music and/or sound effects? Circle One: YES / NO If so, please describe your music and list the title of the song, artist, genre and/or description of sound effects: REMEMBER: If using your own pre-recorded music/sound effects, please make sure to bring TWO COMPACT DISC COPIES, which are edited to the exact length of your act. Please write on each CD with a Black Sharpie and include the following information: Your Full Name, Act Name, Type of Performance (dance, magic act, variety act, etc.), and Phone Number. The TCT Producers will keep one of these copies, in case you are chosen to compete at the LIVE COMPETITION SHOW. Absolutely no profanity or vulgar lyrics will be allowed in any acts/performances. Thank you. - APPLICATION FORM PAGE 2 -
ADDITIONAL PERFORMERS FORM Due to liability and safety concerns, The Turlock Community Theatre and its Producers need an official record of all participants that will be performing on the Turlock Community Theatre Stage. Therefore, if you are participating as part of a GROUP ACT, please make sure all names are listed on this page. List the primary contact first (this is the person who filled out Pages 1 & 2 of the Application Form), the name of your Group/Act, and then print out each Additional Performer s name; Have them sign and date next to their name. Name of Primary Person for Group Act: Signature of Primary: Date: Name of your Group/Act: USING BLACK INK, EACH ADDITIONAL PERFORMER MUST PRINT THEIR NAME BELOW, THEN SIGN & DATE NEXT TO THEIR PRINTED NAME. NOTE: If you have more performers in your act then will fit on this page, you may print out additional pages. Simply fill them out and attach them to the rest of your application. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. - APPLICATION FORM PAGE 3 -
Eligibility Requirements & Legal Stuff 1. Please circle whichever one applies to you: (A), (B), or (C), and Initial at the end: (A) I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD and I have the full, complete and unrestricted right and authority to enter into this Agreement; (B) I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, BUT I HAVE BEEN LEGALLY EMANCIPATED, and I will provide certified court documents establishing my status as an emancipated minor; Or (C) I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE AND I HAVE NOT BEEN LEGALLY EMANCIPATED, BUT MY PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN WILL PROVIDE A PICTURE IDENTIFICATION AND PROOF OF THEIR RELATIONSHIP TO ME (e.g., driver s license or passport and a birth certificate, guardianship papers, school records, etc.) and will sign various documents related to the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show including, but not limited to documents granting his/her consent to my participation in the Program. I understand that my parent or legal guardian (or a person designated by my parent or legal guardian) will be required to accompany me at all times during my participation in the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show. INITIAL: 2. Please circle whichever one applies to you: (I), (II), or (III), and Initial at the end: I am: (I) A UNITED STATES CITIZEN; (II) A LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES; or (III) POSSESS A CURRENT EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION CARD (EAD CARD) OR AM IN THE UNITED STATES LEGALLY AT THE TIME OF MY INITIAL AUDITION, and I understand and agree that I will be required prior to live shows to show proof of unrestricted employment authorization or have appropriate visa status in the United States that allows me to work in connection with Program prizing or the exercise of Program contract options, as determined by Producers and/or the Turlock Community Theatre in their sole discretion. INITIAL: 3. I understand that once I have auditioned in person, and/or submitted an Audition Video Tape Demo via mail, that I may be chosen to compete in the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show, LIVE COMPETITION PERFORMANCE, and that I must be available and agree to commit to perform on one, or more, scheduled days in Turlock, California, on the designated dates and performance sites as defined by the Producers of the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show. INITIAL: 4. I understand that I may not apply if I have been convicted of a felony, and I must voluntarily submit to a background check (if requested by the Producers). INITIAL: 5. I understand that neither I, nor any of my immediate family members, or anyone living in my household, may currently be or have been, within the past one (1) year an employee, officer or director at the Turlock Community Theatre. INITIAL: 6. I understand and agree that the Producers of the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show have the sole discretion to make determinations of eligibility, and that the Turlock Community Theatre and its Producers reserve the right to change any of the eligibility requirements at any time. INITIAL: - APPLICATION FORM PAGE 4 -
Consent Form & More Legal Stuff *By signing below, I hereby grant the Turlock Community Theatre and its Producers the right to edit, adapt, modify, reproduce, promote, publish, and otherwise use my entry and/or its contents in any way and in any media format for trade, advertising, promotional and/or any other purposes as the Turlock Community Theatre sees fit, without having to seek additional permission from, and without consideration to any participant or any third party. I also agree that my entry may be posted online at the contest website and/or any other website as determined by the Turlock Community Theatre and/or its Producers, so that visitors to the website may view and/or vote on acts and entries if so deemed. *Furthermore, I represent and warrant that I own all rights, titles and interests, and have obtained all appropriate permissions and releases to grant the Turlock Community Theatre ownership of all video entries and the content thereof. I further represent and warrant that I have obtained a Participant Release Form from any identifiable person who appears in and/or is heard in my video, and that they have allowed the use of his/her name, likeness, or voice within the entry. If a Participant within the video is a minor, I have received the written consent of the Participant s legal guardian. *I hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Turlock Community Theatre and its affiliates, Producers, licensees, successors and assigns from and against any and all liability, losses, costs and expenses (including attorneys' fees) incurred as a result of any entry submitted to the Turlock Community Theatre in violation of any terms contained in the official rules, including, but not limited to, any failure on my part to obtain the releases required in the official rules. *I assume full responsibility for and risk of bodily injury, death, or property damage due to negligence or nonnegligence of the Turlock Community Theatre, its employees, Producers, etc. I further acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating despite the risk of possible injury of any kind due to myself, other participants, defective equipment, allergens, bacteria, and/or viruses. *As a contestant/participant of the Turlock Community Theatre TAM-TAM Talent Show, I acknowledge that I am expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times, including obeying all laws. This includes displaying respect for all people, equipment, and facilities, as well as cooperating in a positive participatory way. Furthermore, I understand that The Turlock Community Theatre may dismiss me and anyone else whose behavior endangers the safety or negatively affects the show, any person(s), the facility, or property of any kind. By signing below, I confirm that all of the information I have provided within this Application is both accurate and honest. I also confirm that I am of sound mind and that I fully understand all of the eligibility requirements and legalities involved with being a Contestant and/or Participant of the Turlock Community Theatre TAM-TAM Talent Show. Printed Full Name (First - Middle - Last) of Contestant (Please Print Clearly in Black Ink) Signature of Contestant/Participant Date - APPLICATION FORM - PAGE 5 -
Parent/Guardian Consent Form (NOTE: This form must be completed only if the contestant is under the age of 18) PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY WITH BLACK INK: FULL NAME OF CONTESTANT: DATE OF BIRTH: AGE: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: RELATIONSHIP TO PERFORMER: ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBERS: MOBILE: HOME/OTHER: In the case of an emergency, the name listed above will be contacted first. We request that a second emergency contact, be given in the event that the above listed Parent/Guardian is not available. This second contact is hereby authorized by the Parent/Guardian to act on his or her behalf, if needed. SECONDARY EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME: RELATIONSHIP TO PARTICIPANT: PHONE #: I hereby grant: (Print Contestant s Name), my permission to participate at the Turlock Community Theatre TAM-TAM Talent Show, being held on April 6 th, 2019, as well as any and all other auditions, demos, and secondary performances associated with this event. I understand that as the minor s parent/legal guardian, that I must be present at all auditions and performances. I give permission for the Turlock Community Theatre and its Producers to publish any and/or all content provided by the contestant including their full name, photos, and videos of performances/acts as it pertains to the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show. In addition, I release the Turlock Community Theatre, its Producers, and all personnel associated with the TCT TAM-TAM Talent Show from any and all liability for damages or injuries that the contestant/performer may sustain while participating in rehearsals and/or the production of this show. Parent/Guardian Signature Date - APPLICATION FORM - PAGE 6 -