Musical Theatre Performance Company Annie Auditions!

The Musical Theatre Performance Company is holding their annual auditions for the 2012-2013 year production of Annie. Here are some quick tips you will need to know for the big day!

Audition Dates and Times:

McLean:           Monday, August 27^th

                        Sign-in at 5:15 PM

                        Auditions 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Potomac:          Tuesday, August 28^th

                        Sign-in at 4:15 PM

                        Auditions 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Bethesda: 

                        Friday, September 7^th

                       

                        Ages 5 and 6

                        Sign-in at 3:45 PM

                        Auditions 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

                        Ages 7 and 8

                        Sign-in at 4:45 PM

                        Auditions 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                        Ages 9+

                        Sign-in at 5:45 PM

                        Auditions 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

FAQs:

What can my child expect at the auditions?

Auditions will start with a physical warm-up followed by the instruction of choreography. Students will learn the combination together and then be broken down into smaller groups to show in front of our teachers. The acting portion of the audition includes a warm-up, acting games, and a possible read from the script.  Lastly, the audition will finish with the vocal section. They will learn a piece of music from the show and perform in smaller groups for the teachers. 

I'm auditioning and I am really nervous...help!

Relax! Get a good night's sleep and eat a good meal the day of. Don't worry about how the other auditioners look or do in class just focus on your performance. If it helps, get yourself in the 'Annie' mindset by watching the movie or listening to the music prior to the audition. This will help familiarize yourself with the story, characters, and music. 

When are the rehearsals?

           

The Bethesda Company rehearses on Friday afternoons.

                       

Showtime: 4 PM – 5 PM

                        Encores/Headliners:  5 PM – 7 PM

            The Potomac Company rehearses on Tuesday afternoons:

                        Showtime only:  5 PM – 6 PM

            The McLean Company rehearses on Monday afternoons:

                        Showtime only:  6 PM – 7 PM

*All other information about the production will be discussed at the audition during your sign-in process and/or during parent meetings for selected students on September 14th.

 

When are the performances?

           

            February 8-10, 2013!!

When/how will we be notified of casting?

 Regardless of when they tried out, students will be notified of their rank in the company by email by September 12^th . Specific casting will not be discussed until Friday, September 14^th.

How old do you have to be to audition?

All students need to be 5 years old by September 1st, 201...NO exceptions!

Who do I talk to for more information or questions? Who is the director and how can I get in touch with her?

You can call Ballet Petite at 301-229-6882 to find out any information. Also, you are welcome to e-mail the director at sallyk@balletpetite.com. Do keep in mind that you may not get an immediate response by e-mail, but they will be answered in a timely fashion. 

GOOD LUCK!!!