Audition Info

AUDITION DATES FOR our 95th season!

 

COMING UP

THE PROM
Directed by Thomas McMahon

THE PROM ~ Audition Info

Audition Sign Up Link - https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/qibtn

MAY 27 6-10 p.m.
MAY 29 6-10 p.m.
CALLBACKS: MAY 30 2-5 PM

It's Time to Dance!

The Drama Group is proud to be hosting auditions for it's Summer musical, The Prom! This production is open to anyone 16 and older.

Staff:
Director/Co-Choreographer: Thomas McMahon
Assistant Director: Michael Behrens
Vocal Director: Will Akins
Co-Choreographer: Liz Yerkovich

Synopsis: Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue… and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to make a difference, the Broadway stars team up with the courageous student, leading to a transformation that brings everyone together in the name of love and acceptance.

Character Descriptions:
EMMA NOLAN — Teenager in Indiana. A reluctant poster child for LGBT youth. Very smart. A bit of a tomboy quality.

ALYSSA GREENE — A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma’s girlfriend. Faces constant pressure from her mother and friends.

MR. HAWKINS — The straitlaced school principal. An ally to Emma and a long-time fan of Dee Dee.

MRS. GREENE — Alyssa’s intimidating, conservative, but ultimately loving mother. The head of the PTA.

SHELBY, KAYLEE, NICK, KEVIN — Other students at school who bully (but eventually learn to accept) Emma.

BARRY GLICKMAN — Flamboyant Broadway star. Completely politically incorrect and doesn’t know it. Longs to give Emma the prom he was unable to have as a teen.

DEE DEE ALLEN — Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. Hilariously self-involved but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself.

TRENT OLIVER — Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non-Equity tour of Godspell. Loves to hear himself speak.

ANGIE DICKINSON — An ensemble member in the Broadway production of Chicago. Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold.

SHELDON — A charismatic press agent.

Ensemble includes Olivia Keating, Opening Night Party Attendees, Reporters, High School Students, PTA Members, Motel Clerk, Cast of the Non-Equity Tour of Godspell, Monster Truck Rally Audience, Mrs. Greene’s Friend, LGBT Students

Auditions:
The staff asks that you prepare a 32-bar cut from a contemporary musical that is not from the show as well as a dance combination. You can either bring sheet music with you or provide a karaoke track. Please email a precut karaoke track to actorthomasmcmahon@gmail.com with the subject line "The Prom - (insert name here)"
The dance will not be taught at auditions so please review the instructional video attached ahead of time. There will also be a dance workshop on May 24th for those who want to learn the dance in person. Please bring a headshot and resume to auditions with you. You may also email a copy of those things to the director at actorthomasmcmahon@gmail.com

Please also fill out a Google Form before auditions with as much information as you can.

Google Form: https://forms.gle/kdTPGKULiG1dQbFYA

Dance video: WILL BE POSTED SOON

Sign up Link for Dance workshop: https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/itsur

Auditions will take place on May 27th and May 29th starting at 6:00 PM. Callbacks, if needed, will take place May 30th starting at 2:00 PM.

Rehearsals will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6-9 PM and Sundays from 2-5 PM starting in late June/early July.

If you have any questions, please email them to actorthomasmcmahon@gmail.com as soon as possible.

We can't wait to see you all!

GENERAL AUDITION INFORMATION

  • Please bring a current photo that we may keep. You will be asked to fill out a Theatre Resume, with any prior experience...though none is required.

  • All auditions are held at the Milord Studio Theatre. 330 West 202nd Street—Chicago Heights, IL. 60411

  • Drama or Comedy – Be prepared to read from the script.

  • Musical – Check the specific show auditions for information on what to prepare. You will need to bring sheet music (in your key) for our accompanist. Be prepared to read from the script - and wear comfortable clothes/shoes for a dance/movement audition, conducted by the Choreographer.

  • Rehearsal Information can found by clicking on Staff Calendar and going to show audition month. (The calendar is easier to read on a PC, but a phone can be used. It is necessary to click on each date on the phone to discover the information.) All rehearsals and performances are listed.

  • Covid protocols set forth by CDC and State of Illinois for indoor spaces will be followed as well as protective guidelines followed by the League of Chicago theatres.

The Drama Group is a community theatre. Actors – These are non-paid/non-equity shows. The Drama Group promotes diversity in casting. Performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sizes, racial identities, physical abilities, gender identities (and/or non-conforming) are encouraged to audition.

NOT THE PERFORMING TYPE? WE'RE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR BACKSTAGE HELP.

Set Builders / Painters / Make-Up & Hair People / Seamstresses / Lighting People / Sound People / Stage Crew / Prop People / Decor People / Photographers & MORE!

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