Chapter 21 / Production and Audition Information

Effective: July 01, 2019

  1. Productions

    The SPA produces at least one large musical and one smaller musical during the regular academic year. Additional performance opportunities are available through Second Stage (student directed) musicals, and Main Stage Theatre, Dance and Opera series.

    1. Technical & Production Opportunities

      For the following, see the Theatre Program section:

      Technical/Production Opportunities and Responsibilities
      Casting
      Rehearsals
      Costumes, Make-up & Props
      Workdays
      Strike

    2. Second Stage

      Students in MT have the additional learning opportunity to explore areas in Directing, Musical Direction, and Choreography in the SPA Second Stage Laboratory series.

      See Second Stage in the Theatre Program section for information, including Guidelines for Directing in the Second Stage.

      Students interested in music direction and choreography should consult with the program directors.

  2. Audition Procedures

    Auditions for the entire season of plays and musicals are held the first week of classes. The audition process for musicals typically entails singing, dancing and acting. 

    For audition requirements for theatre (non-musical) productions, see Auditions in the Theatre Program section.

    The procedure for auditioning for a musical is generally as follows:

    1. Sign-up online

      Sign up for audition time online. See the SPA website for the sign-up link.

    2. Song Requirements

      Prepare two contrasting songs, one ballad and one up-tempo. Bring your own music, an accompanist will be provided.

    3. Dance Call

      On the first and second nights of auditions, actors will be required to learn a dance combination in the style of musical being done, followed by song presentation.

    4. Call-Backs

      On the third night actors may be called back and asked to sing specific songs and to read from the script. The list of individuals invited for callbacks will be posted on the SPA website and on the Callboard outside the production office.