High School Musical

Cedar Springs High School

Winter 2016/17

Musical

Audition Packet

In the following packet, you will find all the necessary materials to audition for the winter musical “High

School Musical.” More information can be found at www.hprodcshs.com by going there and clicking on

the “High School Musical” tab. There will be the choreography for auditions, monologue selections, and

song selections with your selections available to listen to.

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0C4EA9A62CA1FA7-high

Here is a checklist to help you with the audition process:

*Complete audition form with no missing information

*Sign up for an audition time slot by going to ww.hprodcshs.com and clicking the signUpGenius

button the on the High School Musical page

*Sign student contract/audition sheet

*Have a parent/guardian sign the audition sheet

*Pick an audition section to perform

*Pick an audition song selection to sing

*Watch and learn the choreography video

Auditions will be

November 30 and December 1

From 2:45 – 5:30

Call Back on December 2nd if needed

Cast list will be posted on www.hprodcshs.com by Saturday Evening December 3rd

Go To

www.hprodcshs.com

for all the details

Rehearsals and shows!

If you are cast, you are expected to be at every rehearsal you are called for from start time to end.

Rehearsals will run from 2:45 until 6:00 every day. If you have known conflicts, we expect you to list

them on your audition sheet and we will find ways to schedule or work around them. (please include

weekends as well) Last minute emergencies should see Mrs. Casavant or Ms. Janik directly. If a cast

member doesn’t attend rehearsals as needed, then they will not perform in the show.

NO ABSENCES ARE ALLOWED THE WEEK BEFORE AND THE WEEK OF THE SHOW

High School Musical: Acting information

If you are considering auditioning for a role in High School Musical here are some things to know:

Audition time slot will be available online. Look carefully at a calendar and choose a time the works for

you. Audition are done in 15 minute sessions. Each session will include 6 people. Each person will sing,

dance and act during that time.

The week of December 5th

We will have a full cast read through on Monday the 5th at 3pm and a parent meeting will follow at

6pm in the auditorium. The rest of the week will be 2:45 – 5:30pm.

A full show schedule will be available on the 5th, or online at www.hprodcshs.com

Other Rehearsals

1. If you are doing a winter sport there may be a number of conflicts that limit, or eliminate your

chances of being cast. Please be honest on your conflict lists and know that this is a big

commitment. We are going to put on a great show.

2. Remember that the last two weeks there are no absences allowed, (illness is an exception, but

needs to be communicated to the directors. Check your calendars now and schedule around

those dates.

3. Winter break will interfere with our rehearsal schedule. However, we will have our

choreography rehearsal during the tail end of it. That eliminates us from doing those after

rehearsals during the week. The dates for choreography are Jan 1st and 2nd. The time will run

most of the day, but you will only be required to be there part of each day. Please plan ahead

for those days.

4. We may have a few Saturday rehearsals as needed.

Monetary requirement

Student actors will be asked to cover the costs of a makeup kit, play t-shirt, and other costs during the

show. The cost is going to be $50.00 per cast member regardless of role that they are cast in. No cast

Member will be removed from the show if they can’t afford this cost. There will just need to be a

conversation between actor and director.

Characters/Cast

Audition sides

Each Student auditioning must choose only one of the following sides to perform solo at the audition.

Memorization of your choice is preferred buy not required.

Jack Scott:

Yo yo yo, Wildcats, listen up for the very first morning announcements of the brand-new year. This is

Jack Scott, the Velvet fog of East High with the Homeroom 411 on what’s going down and comin’ up this

week. The Science Decathlon finals are on Friday; see Taylor “learning Curve” McKessie for more skinny

on the hooey.

Ms. Darbus:

Well, once again, they forgot to announce the auditions for the winter musical, Juliet and Romeo,

written by our very own Kelsi Neilson. Kelsi, stand up and take a bow. It’s a delicious now-feminist

adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of star-crossed lovers// with three – count ‘em three – tap

numbers!

Troy:

My parent’ friends are always saying, “your son is the basketball guy. You must be so proud.”

Sometimes I don’t want to be “the basketball guy”. I just want to be, you know, me. To them, I’m “the

playmaker dude.” I never thought about singing, that’s for sure. But when I look at you… It’s like

anything is possible, you know?

Gabriella:

At my other schools I was “the freaky math girl.” That’s all they thought I was… always pointing at me,

whispering behind my back. They made me feel like I was a freak and I hated it. That’s kind of why I

want to keep a low profile here, you know, so I can just be me. You’re the big basketball star – you love

the spotlight. I’m a lot happier curling up with a good book.

Sharpay:

So nice of you to show our new classmate around. Troy is such a sweetheart, isn’t he? He’s the star of

the basketball team, just like I’m the star of the Drama Club. We’re perfect for each other, don’t you

think? Are we having lunch together, Troy? Oh, look, the sign-ups for the musical. Oh.. were you going

to sign up, too? I’m so sure we could find something for you. The ugly old Nurse is lots of fun.

Ryan:

Everybody loves a good jazz square – It’s a classic. And why do we always have to do what you say?

Somebody in this room ought to chill out, sister. And it ain’t me. We’ll get the roles we want, we always

do. Sharpay, we’ve had the leads every year since birth. If we get it again, great. If not, we’ll still be

fabulous.

Dance Choreography

See www.hprodcshs.com for a video to learn the dance to be performed at auditions.

Song Choices for your audition

Please listen to the following links and pick one to perform at auditions.

Troy - Breaking Free (Song 47 m.13-32)

With Singing: https://youtu.be/ykXaaKqMU8E (:33-1:14)

Gabriella - What I've Been Looking For (Song 19 m.5-24)

With Singing: https://youtu.be/znLmkH6H7Vs (:00-:35)

Ryan/Sharpay - When There Was Me and You (Song 32 m. 5-14)

With Singing: https://youtu.be/jqd-QHRKtf8 (:00-:44)

Chorus - We're All In This Together (Song 50 m. 6-13)

With Singing: https://youtu.be/DYATjOZCXng (:00-:26)

High School Musical 2017 Cedar Springs High School Audition Form

(please fill out clearly and completely) Name: ____________________________________________________________________ Grade:____________________________________________________________________ Gender: M or F Height:___________________ T-Shirt Size: Adult XS S M L XL XXL! Shoe Size:______ Hair Color: ______I am allowed to dye/cut my hair Yes or No! Girl’s Measurements: Bust: _____Waist: _____Hips:_____ Guys: Chest:_____ Waist: ____ Parent/Guardian’s Name: ______________________________________________________ Student Email: ______________________Parent Email:_________________________ Student Cell:________________________ Parent Cell: __________________________ What role(s) are you auditioning for? _________________________________________ Will you accept ANY part/role in the play? Yes or No (be honest)! Previous Show Experience:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dance Styles (please circle the styles of dance you can do and the level you are at) I do not dance, I feel awkward dancing I have never taken a dance class, but I love to and I’ve got some rhythm Jazz = Beg Int Adv Ballet = Beg Int Adv Tap = Beg Int Adv Stage Combat = Beg Int Adv Would you be interested in becoming a Dance Captain? (responsible for knowing every dance in the show and helping fellow students rehearse dance numbers) YES NO Vocal: (please circle the part you are most comfortable singing) Soprano Mezzo Soprano Alto Tenor Baritone Bass I have no clue what those mean. Would you be interested in becoming a Vocal Captain? (responsible for warming up cast in absence of vocal director, helping fellow students rehearse songs) YES NO Do you like to sing? Yes, all the time Yes, but not solos Can you read music? Yes or No Additional Skills/Talents:_______________________________________________________ Can you play Basketball? YES NO Are you a Cheerleader? YES NO If not cast would you be interested in helping in production crew or tech crew? YES NO Circle any area of interest: Costumes Sets Props Publicity/programs

Rehearsal Questions: Circle day(s) you are NOT available to rehearse:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday What are the conflicts on those days? Please list any dates you have conflicts on from December 5th, 2016 until February 12th, 2017. Please explain if needed. Are you involved in any extracurricular activities or sports in that time period? If so, what? Cast Contract (please read and sign the contract – both student and parent/guardian signature is required)! I am aware and agree that if I am successful in my audition:

o I have looked at the rehearsal schedule (as mentioned above) and commit to attend all

rehearsals and production dates required of me. I understand that my absence from any of these could cause my removal from the show. I will notify the directors of any conflicts in advance as well.

o I will help with set construction and strike as needed.

o I (student/parent) agree to show respect to all Cast and Creative team members, and will

abide by the student handbook of Cedar Springs High School.

o I fully understand the monetary requirement for the show, and if I have a concern I will speak

to the director(s)

o I will not be a disruption to the cast, crew, or creative team during the show. My focus and

cooperation will be at the highest level during the entire process.

o I will arrive on time and ready to start at all rehearsals.

o Only water will be allowed at rehearsals.

o I am responsible for all costs from losing, or damage to the script assigned to me. That there

are no absences during the last two weeks of the show prep and run. All conflicts will be reported prior to auditioning for the show on this sheet.

o There may be other costs associated with the show that I may be responsible for.

o I will maintain good grades (C- or better) in all my classes.

o I will set an example for others to follow in regards to my work ethic and my attitude.

o I will respect all parents and volunteers who assist with the show.

o I will not talk negatively about others behind their backs (including, but not limited to, social

media).

o I will not touch any props, costumes, set pieces, or anyone else’s script unless I am

instructed to.

o Above all, I WILL ALWAYS TRY MY BEST at rehearsals and performances.

Date:__________________ Actor/Actress Signature:__________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature: ________________________