Spring Musical Audition Permission Letter

Shrek, Jr. Audition Permission Letter 2015

You will not be allowed to audition unless this signed letter is returned. Students interested in being on the Stage Crew will not be required to audition, but they must return a signed permission slip.

Dear Parents: Your child has expressed an interest in being a part of the 2015 Greensburg Salem Middle School’s musical, “Shrek, Jr.” to be presented March 20th, 21st, and 22nd in the Middle School Auditorium. By signing and returning this notice, you are giving your child permission to audition for a part in the show, or you are allowing your child to be considered for a position on the stage crew. This year’s cast will consist of approximately 60-70 singers, dancers, & actors, plus a stage crew of approximately 10 students. Please be aware that if your child is cast or asked to participate as part of the technical crew, rehearsal time outside of school hours will be required. It will be necessary for rides home to be arranged. Once rehearsals begin, each participant can anticipate staying after school every day until 4:30 / 5:00 p.m., as well as a few evenings the week prior to the show. Cast selection will be based on singing, movement/dance, and acting ability, as well as the directors’ knowledge of the students’ cooperation, attitude and grades. Selection of the crew is based on willingness & desire to work, cooperation, attitude and grades. Interested students must be academically eligible passing all of their subjects at the time of the audition, as well as good citizenship. After considering all these matters, and if both you and your child are able to commit to the schedule, please sign the attached form and have your child sign so he/she can audition the week of Monday, January 12th. There will be both a singing and a reading audition. We hope to announce the cast by Friday, January 16th. Please return the form on the next page as soon as possible & feel free to direct any questions to Mrs. Callas [email protected] . Thank you for your interest & support. We look forward to a great show by our talented and enthusiastic Greensburg Salem Middle School students. ______Tentative Rehearsal Schedule For Your Planning (Subject to change at any time). January 8th (Girls) 3:00 - 4:30 Informational Meeting and Learn Audition Song and 9th (Boys): 3:00 - 4:30 Informational Meeting and Learn Audition Song

January 12th – 16th: 3:00 - 5:00 Auditions & Cast Selection January 20st: 3:00 - 4:30 Read Thru, Begin learning music January 21st – Febuary 13th: 3:00 - 4:30 Continue Learning Music Feb 16th - March 6th: 3:00 - 5:00 Music/Beginning Choreography March 9th – 13th 3:00 – 6:00 Run Show March 16th – March 18th: 3:00 - 7:30 Tech Week (may be longer if needed)

Thursday, March 19, 2015 7:30 p.m. Dress Rehearsal/Patron Show Friday, March 20 2015 7:30 p.m. Opening Night! Saturday, March 21 2015 7:30 p.m. Show Sunday, March 22 2015 2:00 p.m. Closing Show/Cast Party

More complete schedule coming soon!

Also, please check Mrs. Callas’ web site & click on the link for Musical. I will try to keep it updated with scheduling and other information. Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or concerns. Student’s Name / Grade: ______

Homeroom/Enrichment Teacher’s Name: ______

Student’s please list any conflicts that you know may arise: ______

______My child is interested in auditioning for the spring musical & has my permission to do so. I understand and will arrange for transportation home after rehearsals and show for my child.

______My child is interested in being part of the technical crew & has permission to participate, if selected. I understand and will arrange for transportation home after rehearsals and show for my child.

Student Signature______

Parent Signature ______

Parent Phone Number ______

Parent Email______

If any parents would be able to help with various tasks that come up during the course of these rehearsals, we would really appreciate you letting us know your availability. Tasks might include helping with costuming or make-up, monitoring students, running errands, providing a light meal or snack, concessions, cast party, set construction, props, photography, etc...

Thank you, Mrs. Callas Musical Director