Chess audition dates announced

I am delighted to announce that the Chess auditions will be held on Tuesday 8th (evening) and Saturday 12th December (all day) at the Castle End Mission.  There will also be a pre-audition evening on Thursday 3rd December where you can come and join in a company choral item from Chess, learn more about the show and parts, and share a glass of wine.  This will also be a great opportunity to meet the production team, other potential members of the cast and have an opportunity to ask questions about the audition material.

Everyone is welcome to come to the pre-audition evening, even if you think you are unlikely to want to audition.  If you are new and would like to bring a friend for support that is equally fine.

If you are interested in auditioning please review the following steps, referring to our website, www.festivalplayers.org for any material, and then contact Linda who will be able to answer any immediate questions and book you an audition slot.

1)      Review the list of roles on the website and decide which part you would like to audition for.  You only need select one, as you will automatically be considered for other roles, unless you request otherwise on the audition form.

2)      Download the appropriate audition material (MUSIC AVAILABLE NOW!! - in the Members area - email auditions at festivalplayers dot org for the password)

3)      Come to the pre-audition evening, bringing your downloaded material including the material for the group number that we will be doing together.

4)      Email Linda on auditions at festivalplayers.org stating which part you would like to audition for and your preferred date/time (Linda will do her best to accommodate you)

5)      Download the audition form from the members area and complete, ready to bring with you to the audition.

6)      Review the rehearsal schedule to make sure you can make the commitment and to identify any dates that you know you can’t make – add details to audition form

7)      Come and audition, arriving 10 minutes early and bringing your material and completed audition form.

8)      Show us what you’ve got!

Auditions will be held in front of a 5 person (friendly) panel, including the Director and MD.  Those auditioning for principal parts will be allocated a 10 or 15 minute slot and those interested in chorus will be allocated 5 minutes.  During the audition you will be asked to sing, read and possibly do a short dance sequence.

VENUE – Castle End Mission for all events – map on website

I hope this covers everything you need but please email Linda (auditions at festivalplayers.org) if you have any questions.