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March 16, 2012
Thanks to all the actors checking out this page. We appreciate your interest in joining the StageWest team. All shows have been cast for the 2011.12 season. However, we will be announcing a fantastic new season within the next few weeks, and we invite you to explore these outstanding plays and musical … truly excellent acting opportunities abound!
We plan to announce the audition schedule by late May 2012. Soon after the announcement, scripts will be available for check out at the Civic Center Ticket Office – but please don’t call them until you see a notice posted here.
We honor the professionalism and dedication of actors cast in our shows by offering a financial stipend and season tickets to upcoming StageWest productions.
Questions? Let us know at UBLong@stagewestiowa.com or call 515.309.0251.
Thanks again for your interest in progressive, contemporary theatre – StageWest style!
AUDITION PROCESS
1. COMPLETE AN AUDITION FORM
using one of the following options:
- Complete and submit the online audition form at least 48 hours before auditions (this is StageWest’s preferred method of for form submissions)
- Download an audition form and bring it to auditions
- Arrive 20-30 minutes before your audition appointment and fill out the form in person.*
Be sure to include or bring a COMPLETED list of rehearsal conflicts. Decisions, and rehearsal schedules will be based on your announced conflicts. No exceptions.
2. SCHEDULE AN AUDITION APPOINTMENT
- To make an appointment, please contact our associate artistic director, Todd Buchacker, no later than two days before the audition dates via email.
- First auditions will be scheduled at 15 minutes intervals
- Walk-ins are welcome, however, you will have to wait to audition after the appointments are concluded.
- If you absolutely cannot attend a scheduled audition, contact Todd Buchacker. Alternate times are not guaranteed, but we’ll be happy to talk to you about your conflict. We know you have busy schedules and we’re implementing this process to benefit you, the actor.
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3. PREPARING FOR THE AUDITION
- Actor auditions are from the script.
- No prepared monologues required.
- Vocalists should bring a prepared song.
- An accompanist will be provided for musical auditions
- Specific scenes are listed above so you will be able to prepare ahead of time.
- Auditions are your opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities to the director in a personal setting – so go for it! We want to maximize the creative opportunity for you and minimize the time you need to spend at first auditions.
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4. CHECKING-OUT ADVANCE SCRIPTS
- Scripts will be available at the Civic Center Ticket Office during their regular hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Scripts may be checked out for four days, returned promptly to the ticket office. Short-term ticket office parking is available along the 3rd Street side of the Civic Center.
AUDITION LOCATION
The Fitch Building, garden level. It’s a four-story brick building on the northwest corner 15th and Walnut Streets. Use the single door on the Walnut Street side of the building. The Fitch is home to StageWest’s rehearsal space and scene shop.
ACTOR COMPENSATION
- All actors will receive a monetary stipend.
- In addition, cast members will receive complimentary season tickets to StageWest.
- All cast & crew are provided free promo and production photos of the show.
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OUR GOAL is to provide a welcoming, informative and creative atmosphere during the audition process. Everyone is encouraged to attend, everyone! Casting decisions are based on what you deliver at auditions, appropriateness for the role, compatibility with other casting choices, and your availability to attend rehearsals and performances. You must be available to attend ALL tech week rehearsals and performances.
