Auditions: Just So Stories - Horizon Youth Theatre

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Auditions are open to ages 6 – 12. No previous experience necessary.

How to audition:

Submit audition form
Submit one monologue from the to audition packet (above) to flipgrid.com/hytauditions
The director will email a link for cold reads to take place on Thursday, September 17 at 6:30. Please indicate if you have a conflict with this date on your audition form.

Audition form and monologue video need to be submitted by midnight on Tuesday, September 15.

Rehearsals:

We are hoping for rehearsals to be be a mix of virtual (over Zoom), and in-person but socially distant. When / if we meet in person, all students will be required to wear a mask.

We rehearse for about 6 weeks and a schedule will be provided. Occasionally, a Saturday or Sunday may be required. Actors are expected to be at all rehearsals and performances (whether virtual or in person) unless pre-approved by the director. Unexcused absences may result in dismissal. Be sure to communicate with the director.

Cast lists:

The cast list will be announced via email, HYT website, and Facebook late Thursday the 17^th or Friday morning the 18^th. If a child is not cast, they are invited and encouraged to audition for the next available opportunity. Keep trying!

Read through:

The first rehearsal, when the cast will read through the script, will take place on Zoom (link will be provided) Saturday, September 19^th. Time TBA.

Production dates:

Friday – Sunday November 13-15 2020

Costs:

There is a participation fee to perform ($40 for the fall plays). A discount may be given to siblings and scholarships may be available. No additional fees will be required. One script is provided for each actor. Students may be required to provide some of their own costume pieces. HYT normally asks for parent participation in handing out programs, ushering, costumes, helping with performances, advertising, refreshments, or snacks. Due to the pandemic, however, with the performance being live-streamed, there may be minimal parent involvement required.

Reality check:

We will need to be prepared to be flexible in the staging of the play. My wish is to block the play normally (in person) and live-stream it on performance days. That may not be feasible with the size of the cast (about 20 people), so we may have to make adjustments. I have written a version of the play to be performed entirely online with everyone playing their parts from home. We will make the decision early in the process and go from there.

Submit Audition Form Download Audition Packet (Includes Monologues)

Submit Monologues at FlipGrid

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Audition Form

Student Info

Student Name

Student EmailIf Applicable

Student PhoneIf Applicable

Age

Grade

Height

Hair Color

School

Desired role, If any

If not cast as a performer, would you be interested in crew?

Parent/Guardian Info

Parent Name

Parent Phone

Parent Email

How did you hear about this audition?

I understand that, due to the current COVID crisis, my child will be required to wear a mask for all in-person rehearsals and possibly performances as well. I am comfortable with, and confident that my child can handle, this requirement.

Conflicts

Please make a list or upload a pdf file below.
Include all afternoon, evening, and weekend conflicts you have between now and the performance. Be sure to include all sports, dance, scouts, mid-week church activities, 4-H, choir, chess, school clubs, orchestra, band, etc.

Conflicts not listed here (other than last-minute school events) will require director approval, which may not be granted.

ConflictsInclude Activity, Day, Time, and If you can miss this.

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Previous Experience

Please make a list or upload a pdf file below. Include backstage experience. List most recent first. You may also upload a resume at the bottom of this form instead.

ExperienceInclude Show/Role/Month and Year/Director/Company

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Please read and approve each section below:

If my student participates in this HYT activity:

I understand there is a participation fee. A discount may be given to siblings and scholarships may be available. No additional fees will be required. Students may be required to provide their some costume pieces.

I understand students will not be permitted to use electronic devices, such as cell phones, etc. during rehearsals. Use during rehearsals may be cause for removal from the cast.

I authorize the use of still photographs and videotape film without restriction as to time for Horizon Youth Theatre archives and promotional material and for the personal portfolios of the show director(s). This information may be used for internal and external communications and/or with media (newspapers, promotional material, etc). I release Horizon Youth Theatre from any responsibility in this manner.

I understand my email address will be added to the HYT email list (for updates on auditions, shows, camps, and classes).

Media Release

I hereby grant permission for you to photograph, videotape, and/or to record my child’s voice and sounds and to use any or all such photographs, recordings, and reproductions thereof in and/or as a part of any motion picture, video production, broadcast, published products, related advertising (including internet/websites), displays, or in exhibition uses. I further grant the use of my child’s name in connection with my comments and opinions. I hereby grant and assign to HYT all non-exclusive rights of every type and nature and the unlimited distribution and other utilization of the pictures, images, tapes or products by any method or in any manner and in any and all media, including theatrical, non-theatrical, radio, videocassette, television, electronic usage, and printed products, and to advertise and publicize said products, in perpetuity, throughout the world. I hereby waive any right that I may have to inspect or approve the finished product and the advertising or other copy that may be used in connection herein. The parties to this contract expressly agree that the laws of Ohio shall govern the validity, construction, interpretation, and effect of this contract. If I no longer desire to abide by this agreement, I will contact HYT to remove my child from this photo release. I hereby approve and consent to the use of (name of child above) video image, printed image, and name, as well as comments and opinions expressed, according to the terms mentioned above. I affirm that I have the legal right to issue such consent.

RECREATIONAL THEATER ACTIVITIES - ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Recreational theater activities, auditions, rehearsals, and performances (“theater activities”) may involve substantial risks of bodily injury, property damage, and other dangers associated with participation in such activities. Dangers related to such activities include but are not limited to: broken bones, cuts, strains, sprains, bruises, concussion. Each participant in these activities should realize that there are risks and dangers inherent in them, and also in the training and preparation for such activities. It is the sole responsibility of each participant to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings and to follow any oral instructions given by Horizon Youth Theatre (“HYT”), its Volunteers, Employees, Representatives, Directors or Agents. In the case of a minor child, his/her parent or legal guardian is responsible for ensuring his/her safe participation in such theater activities. I, the undersigned hereby acknowledge that HYT does not warrant or guarantee in any respect the competency or mental or physical condition of any individual participant in any recreational activities. All participants in voluntary recreational theater activities, or their parents or legal guardians, will be required to agree to the below set forth Release, Waiver of Liability and Covenant not to Sue. I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for any hospital or other costs arising out of any bodily injury or property damage sustained through my participation, or that of my minor child, in such theater programs and activities, and I grant HYT permission to authorize emergency medical treatment, if necessary. I understand and agree that HYT assumes no responsibility for any injury or damages which might arise out of or in connection with such authorized medical treatment. I further acknowledge that I am solely responsible for any costs associated with property damage arising out of my use or presence, or that of my minor child, upon any and all audition, rehearsal, and/or performance venues utilized by HYT (“HYT facilities”). I certify that I have received a copy of this Notice, which I have read and understand. I accept and assume all risks, hazards, and dangers involved in such activities in which I, or my minor child, may elect to participate including the training and preparation for such activities.

RELEASE, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE

I, the undersigned, am the parent or legal guardian of the minor child(ren) as set forth below (hereinafter referred to as “child”). I, for myself and my child, hereby acknowledge that participation in recreational theater activities as set forth above involves an inherent risk of physical injury and hereby assume all such risks. I, for myself and my child, hereby agree that for the sole consideration of HYT allowing my child and me to participate in such voluntary recreational theater activities in connection therewith, making available to my child and me, for his/her/our use while participating in such activities, certain facilities, grounds, or personnel do hereby waive liability, release and forever discharge HYT, its Volunteers, Employees, Representatives, Directors or Agents of any and all demands, rights and causes of action of whatever kind or nature, arising out of all known and unknown, foreseen and unforeseen damage to property, bodily and personal injuries, and the consequences thereof, including death, resulting from my voluntary participation in, or in any way connected with, such theater programs and activities. I further covenant and agree that I am solely responsible for any costs associated with property damage arising out of my use or presence, or that of my minor child, upon any and all HYT facilities. I, for myself and my minor child, further covenant and agree that for the consideration stated above I will not sue, and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless HYT, its Volunteers, Employees, Representatives, Directors or Agents for any claim for damages, including all attorney fees and other litigation costs, arising, or growing out of my child’s or my voluntary participation in theater programs and activities. Further, I understand that this Release, Waiver of Liability and Covenant not to Sue shall be effective during the entire period of my child’s and my participation or enrollment in programs and services conducted by HYT.

I have read, and understood the Recreational Theater Programs and Activities - Assumption of Risk and the Release, Waiver of Liability and Covenant Not to Sue, which are mandatory to participate in HYT programs and activities.

CODE OF CONDUCT

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Horizon Youth Theatre expect all participants to be on their best behavior at all times. Respect for oneself, others, and facilities are demanded from everyone involved in Horizon Youth Theatre. If a participant’s behavior becomes unmanageable, a parent/guardian will be notified and corrective action will be taken. If the participant’s behavior continues, Horizon Youth Theatre reserves the right to dismiss the participant from the production (without reimbursement).

Offending behavior includes, but is not limited to:

a) hurtful language, threats, or bullying
b) destruction or misuse of property
c) disruptive behavior or noises

SAFETY

- The safety of your children is the highest priority for Horizon Youth Theatre

- Children will stay in a group with the director/instructor at all times

- Upon dismissal, all children will stay in the performance space until family or designated individuals pick them up

- If you have worked out an agreement with the director/instructor to have your child picked up outside of the activity space, (IE the exterior door), your child will wait with the cast until the director is able to walk them out – there are absolutely no exceptions

The Horizon Youth Theatre board is determined to carryout our mission to provide education through theatre in a safe and positive learning environment.

My student and I have read the above information and understand what is expected of HYT participants.