Sometimes you wish for a leprechaun’s magic, a four-leaf clover, or a lucky gold coin before you step into the audition room, but fear not! Today we’re sharing four ways to get you “feeling lucky” for Encore’s upcoming Pinocchio and Seussical auditions.
1) Planning is the best preparation! When you have auditions on your calendar, they’ll be on your mind, helping you to prepare to combat your nerves. In case you need a reminder, here are the upcoming audition dates:
Auditions: Monday, April 9 & Tuesday, April 10 | 5-7 pm
Callbacks: Thursday, April 12 | 5-7 pm
Seussical (musical)
Auditions:
Monday, May 14 | 7-9 pm (ages 14 and up, including college students and adults)
Tuesday, May 15 | 5-7 pm (ages 10-13) and 7-9 pm (ages 14 and up, including college students and adults)
Callbacks: Thursday, May 17 & Monday, May 21 | 6:30-9:30 pm
2) Prepare with a pro! Join one of our professional teaching artists (sometimes even the show’s director!) for a pre-audition workshop the Saturday before auditions. Learn more about what to expect during auditions, as well as some helpful general acting knowledge.
Seussical Pre-Audition Workshop: Saturday, May 12th, 3-5 PM
Reminder: This Pre-audition Workshop is geared towards students ages 10-13, as this age group auditions separately from those 14+ including adults. Students ages 10-18 and adults are invited to audition for the cast of Seussical. Students ages 12-18 and adults may audition for backstage and front of house crew.
3) Follow the leader! Come learn about stagecraft by watching some of Encore’s older performers in their upcoming production of James and the Giant Peach with the Musical Theatre Intensive! Actors are always people watching and picking up on habits to potential incorporate in a character. You won’t want to miss this cast of wacky personalities when they perform April 6th-15th. Be sure to purchase your tickets today!
4) Get to class! Looking for a more in-depth exploration into acting? Sign up today for Encore’s Spring classes! With classes aimed toward students as young as 3 and for artists up through high school, there is a theatre adventure for everyone. Some examples include: Action Songs and Finger Plays (preschool), Creative Dance (K-1st), Rabbit Tales (2nd-3rd),
Anansi & Other Tales from Africa (4th-5th), and Advanced Acting (6th-8th). Click here to learn more about our offerings and sign up today!
We hope these tips have you “feeling lucky” as you celebrate a theatrical St. Patrick’s Day!
Photos by: Larry McClemons and Aileen Pangan. Graphic design by Aimee Pangan. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.