311 E Walnut St
Springfield
MO 65806
AUDITION NOTICE
2018-2019 YOUTH PERFORMANCE TROUPES
AUDITIONS FOR SLT YOUTH MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE TROUPES:
Students entering High School: Monday, July 30, 4:30 p.m.
Students Entering Middle School: Monday, August 20, 4:30 p.m.
Students Entering 2nd-5th Grade: Wednesday, August 22, 4:30 p.m.
AUDITIONS FOR SLT YOUTH ACTING TROUPES:
Students entering High School: Monday, July 30, 5:45 p.m.
Students Entering Middle School: Monday, August 20, 5:45 p.m.
(Students Entering 2nd-5th Grade: Wednesday, August 22, 4:30 p.m.—Must also be a part of one of the musical theatre performance troupes)
LOCATION:
The Landers Theatre, 311 East Walnut, Springfield, MO
In 2018-2019, SLT plans to host ten auditioned performance ensembles: Teen Players (high school acting troupe), Y.E.S. Troupe (high school musical theatre troupe), Junior Varsity Y.E.S. Troupe (high school musical theatre troupe), Middle School Thespians (middle school acting troupe—middle school acting troupe students are also strongly encouraged to audition for placement in one of the middle school musical theatre troupes), Youth Players (middle school musical theatre students), Showstoppers (middle school musical theatre students), Young Artists (elementary students), Landers Kids (elementary students), Troupers In Training (elementary students), and Elementary Acting Troupe (elementary acting troupe—elementary acting troupe students must also be a member of one of the elementary musical theatre troupes). All ten performance troupes, in addition to performing on the Landers stage, have the opportunity to entertain at birthday parties, corporate functions, holiday parties, etc.; act as mentors at educational workshops for young children; and participate in numerous community festivals and fundraisers.
The SLT Youth Performance Troupes seek and nurture focused young performers. Auditions are held annually and each troupe group remains together for the entirety of the season. Membership in one of SLT’s youth performance troupes offers a student a stimulating, fast-paced rehearsal environment; a sense of belonging; an investment in community; discounted class sessions at SLT; internship opportunities; and college/career guidance from a caring and creative staff. All troupers learn the values of accountability, discipline, teamwork, kindness, hard work, and play, attributes that will serve them in any of their future endeavors, and are instilled with a lifelong love for the arts. For the serious student who aspires to pursue a career in theatre, the SLT education program functions as a formal training ground, a springboard and a home base, as well as fostering a supportive alumni network. The youth performance troupes are its heartbeat and ambassadors.
*2nd-5th grade students are invited to audition for SLT Troupers In Training, Landers Kids, and Young Artists, and can also indicate interest in the Elementary Acting Troupe on their audition form. They are asked to prepare:
• A memorized vocal selection (32 measures only)
OR
• A memorized monologue (30 seconds or less)—a poem or a short cutting from a play or story book
• They will be led through a musical theatre dance combination at the audition.
*For Youth Players and Showstoppers, students should be going into their 6th- 8th grade years of school, and in High School for Junior Varsity and Varsity Y.E.S. Troupe. Each student should prepare the following:
• A memorized vocal selection (32 measures only). Bring sheet music. A piano player will be provided. Musical theatre selections preferred.
• 1 letter of reference from any teacher. (Returning troupers do not need to provide a letter of reference.)
• A 500 word essay explaining their interest in the arts.
*For Teen Players and Middle School Thespians, high school and middle school aged auditioners should prepare:
• A monologue (one minute or less)
• 1 letter of reference from a teacher. (Returning troupers do not need to provide a letter of reference.)
• A 500 word essay explaining their interest in the arts.
Y.E.S. Troupe Commitments:
Annual Opening SLT Guild Meeting, Cider Days, Show Your Character Event, Troupe Holiday Show, Youthfest Talent Showcase, Winter Princess Event, Artsfest, End-Of-The Year Show, and Community Events
Y.E.S. Troupe Rehearsal every Tuesday from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
2 excused absences per semester
1 unexcused absence per semester
Y.E.S. Troupe camp Monday-Friday, August 6-10, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Y.E.S. Troupe Photos Thursday, August 23, 5:15 p.m.
Tuition payment of $50 per month August-May due on the 1st of each month
Teen Players Commitments:
Teen Player Rehearsal every Tuesday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and 2 Saturdays a month from Noon-3:00 p.m.
Various additional weekend and evening commitments for performance and rehearsal
Final Friday Improv Nights, Show Your Character Event, Troupe Holiday Show, Troupe End-Of-The-Year Show, Fall Semester Showcase, Spring Semester Showcase, and Community Events
Help with Play-in-a-Day Workshops/various activities at SLT
2 excused absences per semester
1 unexcused absence per semester
Teen Players camp Monday, August 20 and Wednesday-Friday, August 22-24, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Teen Players Photos Thursday, August 23, 5:50 p.m.
Tuition payment of $50 per month August-May due on the 1st of each month
Youth Players/Showstoppers Commitments:
Annual Opening SLT Guild Meeting, Cider Days, Show Your Character Event, Troupe Holiday Show, Youthfest Talent Showcase, Artsfest, Spring Show, End-Of-The-Year Show, and Community Events
Youth Players Rehearsal every Thursday from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
2 excused absences per semester; 1 unexcused absence per semester
Youth Players/Showstoppers Photos and Parent Meeting Thursday, August 23, 5:15 p.m.
Youth Players/Showstoppers camp Monday-Thursday, August 27-30 , 4:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Tuition payment of $50 per month August-May due on the 1st of each month
Middle School Thespians Commitments:
Show Your Character Event, Troupe Holiday Show, Artsfest, Spring Show, Fall Showcase, Spring Showcase, and Community Events
Middle School Thespians rehearsal every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
2 excused absences per semester; 1 unexcused absence per semester
Middle School Thespians Photos and Parent Meeting Thursday, August 23, 5:15 p.m.
Middle School Thespians camp Tuesday, September 4; Wednesday, September 5; and Friday, September 7, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Middle School Thespians Tuition payment of $30 per month September-June due on the 1st of each month
Young Artists/Landers Kids/Troupers In Training (Elementary Troupe) Commitments:
Annual Opening SLT Guild Meeting, Cider Days, Troupe Holiday Show, Artsfest, Spring or Summer Show, End-of-The Year Show, and Community Events
Young Artists and Landers Kids rehearsal every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30 p.m. or Troupers In Training rehearsal every Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
2 excused absences per semester
1 unexcused absence per semester
Elementary Troupe Photos and Parent Meeting Thursday, August 23, 5:15 p.m.
Young Artists and Landers Kids Camp Tuesday, September 4-Friday, September 7, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Troupers In Training Camp Tuesday, September 4-Friday, September 7, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Young Artists and Landers Kids Tuition payment of $45 per month September-June due on the 1st of each month or
Troupers In Training tuition payment of $40 per month September-June due on the 1st of each month
Elementary Acting Troupe Commitments:
Elementary Acting Troupe rehearsal every Wednesday from 5:30-6:00 p.m.
Elementary Acting Troupe Tuition payment of $15 per month September-June due on the 1st of each month
Must also be a member of Young Artists, Landers Kids, or Troupers In Training and fulfill the comitments outlined above
Troupe Expectations:
Attend every rehearsal and performance for which you are called
Be prompt for rehearsals and performance calls
Come prepared for work having rehearsed material at home
Cheerfully accept constructive criticism
Be a cheerleader for others
Be patient and courteous
Be quiet and attentive to instruction
Give your best at all times
Be a glowing ambassador for Springfield Little Theatre in your community
Contact the SLT Education Department at 869-3869 x24 for more information.
