Welcome to the auditions for Berowra Musical Society’s production of Disney’s : The Musical

PRODUCTION TEAM

DIRECTOR – Kelly Horrigan

MUSICAL DIRECTOR – Michael Howell

CO-CHOREOGRAPHERS – Monique Harris & Samantha Lee

PRODUCTION MANAGER – Kirsty Parker-Morton

Disney's Camp Rock: The Musical, a combination of The ’s "Camp Rock" and "Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam" (starring teen idols, and the ) will fire up your stage with over a dozen songs, including "This Is Me," "Can't Back Down," "It's On" and "We Rock."

SYNOPSIS A classic story of rivalry and power, Disney's Camp Rock: The Musical opens with Mitchie and her friends arriving at Camp Rock, ready to spend another summer jamming out and having the time of their lives. But the new, flashy Camp Star across the lake now threatens Camp Rock's very existence. To keep the doors open, Mitchie steps up, rallies her fellow Camp Rockers and gets them into top shape for the ultimate showdown!

Auditions Please note auditions will be in the OPEN format. This means you will be auditioning in front of other auditionees and support people. This is to create a supportive and encouraging environment. You will be required to attend either the morning or afternoon session and each session will run for approximately 2 hours.

Everyone will sing first, then the dance audition. Those who are auditioning for a lead role will then stay back to do the readings. If your child is unable to perform a solo song, they will have an opportunity to sing as a group before the dance audition.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your session to complete forms and receive name tag.

All casting including Ensemble will be by audition only. Age Restriction - 8yrs and over

PHOTO Please provide a photo with your audition application form on the audition day. This does not have to be professional quality it is simply to assist recalling those who auditioned.

VOCAL: Prepare a musical theatre song of your choice which demonstrates your vocal range. Audition songs must suit your voice, and your preferred role. It would be helpful for your song to reflect the emotional tone of the character you are auditioning for. We are looking for expression of character, vocal range and technique (pitch, tone, diction, etc). Please select only 1 min of the song that showcases your vocal ability. Please DO NOT sing a song from the show.

Please DO NOT perform acapella. A pianist and a blue tooth speaker will be available for accompaniment. NO CD’s or USB’s please.

DANCE: You will be required to learn the audition dance as a group. We will then separate you into smaller groups to perform the dance. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

ACTING: When you book your audition, you will be required to inform us which character you are auditioning for. We will then email you the reading that you are required to prepare. We are looking for expression of character and an understanding of the text.

REHEARSALS Every Monday and Thursday 7.30 – 9.30pm. Starting Thursday 20th February 2020

PRODUCTION DATES Saturday 23rd May 2020, 8pm Sunday 24th May 2020, 2pm Friday 29th May 2020, 8pm Saturday 30th May 2020, 2pm & 8pm

Set Building: Saturday 9th May 2020 Bump In: Saturday 16th May 2020 Dress Rehearsal: Sunday 17th May 2020

Other dates for fundraisers, additional set building etc will be notified as early as known.

ROLES: (ages are approx.)

Mitchie Torres A familiar face and veteran at Camp Rock. She falls for Shane. Talented, smart, outspoken. Gender: Female Age: 15 to 18 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Shane Gray The youngest and most charismatic member of the Connect 3 band. Shane is the lead singer and Mitchie's love interest. Gender: Male Age: 13 to 15 Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Nate Gray The middle brother of the Connect 3 band. A shy drummer who falls for Dana. Gender: Male Age: 15 to 17 Vocal range top: B5 Vocal range bottom: F3

Jason Gray The oldest member and brother of the Connect 3 band. A comical, easy-going guitar player. Gender: Male Age: 17 to 20 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F3

Caitlyn Geller A future record mogul, Caitlyn is quirky and gifted. Mitchie's best friend. Gender: Female Age: 13 to 18 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: F3

Tess Tyler The daughter of pop star T.J. Tyler, Tess is Camp Rock's snobby diva. Gender: Female Age: 15 to 18 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Ella Pador A long time Camp Rocker, she is very interested in fashion and helps with the costume designs. Gender: Female Age: 15 to 18 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Rosie Day The new girl at Camp Rock, Rosie is eager to be a part of everything, and does all she can to save Camp Rock. Gender: Female Age: 14 to 18 Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Barron James A hip-hop dancer and Sander's best friend. The goofy partner in crime. Gender: Male Age: 13 to 18 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Sander Loya Barron's best friend and partner in crime. The brains of the mischievous duo. Gender: Male Age: 14 to 18 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Andy Hosten The quintessential drummer from Camp Rock. Cool and chill. Gender: Male Age: 13 to 18 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Dana Turner Axel Turner's daughter and Nate's love interest. A talented musician embarrassed by her father. Sweet, sincere. Gender: Female Age: 13 to 18 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Brown Cesario A former rock star and the new owner of Camp Rock. Brown cares about keeping the integrity of the camp intact. Passionate, musical, kind-hearted. Gender: Male Age: 40 to 50

Axel Turner Founder of Camp Star. A former rock star himself, he is Brown's nemesis and Dana's father. Competitive, ruthless, delusional. Gender: Male Age: 35 to 45 Georgina Farlow A reality television host hired by Axel to host the "Final Jam." Slick, enthusiastic, a hot-shot. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 45

Ensemble Camp Rockers; Star Campers