The Geelong Lyric Theatre Societycelebrates

THE MAGICAL MUSIC OF DISNEY - IN CONCERT22nd & 23rd May 2020

Geelong Arts Centre - The Playhouse

Audition Information

Welcome to the Geelong Lyric Theatre SocietyThe Geelong Lyric Theatre Society (GLTS) is a community-based theatre company with a well-established reputation for presenting high quality and affordable Musical Theatre. The GLTS has been established for over 40 years. We aim to provide an accessible creative platform for both established and developing creatives and performers in our local region, which includes providing opportunities for first timers and experts alike. Traditionally, we have presented two full scale musical productions each year. We are more recently scaling back on our production output and opening-up our options to also incorporate smaller productions in alternate theatre spaces. In keeping true to our Community Values we also intend to continue providing opportunities for a wide range of performers and creatives to participate in our productions.

The Geelong Lyric Theatre Society have staged many wonderful productions in Geelong over our 40-year history and some of our most recent productions include “The Last 5 Years”, “Song Contest: The Almost Eurovision Experience”, “The Wizard of Oz” and “Legally Blonde”.

Wish Upon A Song Creative TeamProducer Team

DirectorAssistant DirectorMusical DirectorChoreographerVocal DirectorAssistant Musical DirectorSound DesignLighting DesignStage DesignCostume Co-ordinator

Lisa Hunter, Derek Ingles, Grant Whiteside, Brad TreloarDavina SmithRichard SenftlebenBrad TreloarCharlotte CrowleyTania GrantMichael WildingBen AndersonPaul SenftlebenLisa HunterHeather Dillon

Performance DatesA total of 3 performances will go on sale to be held on Friday and Saturday at The Geelong Arts Centre, Playhouse Theatre. If demand for tickets requires, up to two extra performances may be added on Sunday 24th May. Therefore we ask that all orchestra, choir and cast members also keep this date free.

Opening Performance - Friday 22nd May 2020Matinee & Twilight Performance - Saturday 23rd May 2020

AuditionsAudition Age Requirement Auditionees must be 10 years of age by the first rehearsal

Audition and Callback DatesAudtions will be held at Belmont Park Pavillion, 162 Barrabool Road, Belmont.

Vocal Auditions Thursday 13th February. 7:00pm - 10:30pm (Booking required) Sunday 16th February. 12:30pm onwards (Booking required)

Dance Auditions Tuesday 11th February. Under 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 14+, 7:30pm onwards. All auditionees are requred to attend a dance audition.

Callbacks Tuesday 18th February. 7:00pm onwards.

RehearsalsThe first rehearsal will be held on 25th February 2020, commencing at 7:30pm.All subsequent rehearsals will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30pm to 10:30pm and Sunday afternoons 1:00pm – 5:00pm.

All rehearsals will be held at Belmont Park Pavillion, 162 Barrabool Road, Belmont.

Auditionee InformationAuditionees are asked to choose an Disney song to perform for your vocal audition – We recommend you choose a song that sits comfortably in your range. It should also show off the quality of your voice, in its best tonal setting and show that you can connect with the lyrical content of the piece. Have as much fun with your song as possible. For example, if you play a musical instrument and accompany yourself or add something – go for it!! It is important to note that the final program will be adjusted accordingly to suit the particular abilites and what individuals bring to the cast.

Please note – it will not be necessary to sing the whole song at the audition so please choose the section which will showcase the range and quality of your voice.

Sheet Music only please. No recordings or backing tracks. If page turns are required, it is best to place the sheet music in a plastic sleeve folder or display book and it must be in the correct key. We will not be transposing so please make sure you have checked it is accurate.

We are using a new on-line casting and scheduling system (Cast98) and appreciate your patience as we navigate towards a streamlined and paperless process!

Due to Cast98 being a professional casting tool, the profile form is long and detailed. We thank you for your time and effort signing up and hope your Cast98 profile will continue to benefit as more companies adopt this system.

Please feel free to paste in an existing, up to date bio / resume, and otherwise, keep all info brief and to the point. It is important that you provide dates of any known conflicts and absences in the conflict calendar field.

How To Book Your Audition

Go to www.Cast98.com

For first timers… Use the ‘sign up’ button at the top right of the home page to create your profile, including resume / cast bio and headshot. Once completed, follow the links to book your audition slot via our show page.

If you have an exisiting Cast98 profile , start by logging in. Once logged in, scroll to the menu at the base of the home page. Select ‘shows’ or ‘studios’ to go directly to the ‘Wish Upon A Song’ show page. Access the audition form via the big green button!

Please remember to store your login details so you can access and edit your profile and audition info whenever necessary.

TroubleshootingThere are trouble-shooting tools built into ‘Cast98’ to help guide you through, should you need. However, if any of the following apply:-• You are unable to access or navigate through the site successfully. • All audition slots are full.• You are forced to make special arrangements.

Please contact Lisa Hunter:- Email: lmhunter63@gmail OR Phone: 0432 844 358

Cast98.com Online Profile & Audition Booking

FeesAll cast must become financial members of the Geelong Lyric Theatre Society and pay a show levy in order to be covered by Public Liability Insurance. The show levy also covers the cost of rehearsal materials, show t-shirt and various incidentals related to rehearsals, presentations and after show celebrations, just to name a few. The show levy fees are $150 for cast over 16 years of age, and $140 for cast under 16 years of age. This fee is due at the first rehearsal on February 25th 2020.Please note: No cast member can perform on the Geelong Arts Centre stage without being covered by Geelong Lyric Theatre Society’s public liability insurance.

Wish Upon a Song Information‘Wish Upon A Song” is a Concert Format Production, which will not only provide for a sizeable cast of soloists and ensemble, but also feature a full (up to 70 piece) symphony orchestra on stage. Orchestra auditions are being held separately, with all information available via our facebook page. The Geelong Lyric Theatre Society are also thrilled to be partnering with the Geelong Youth Choir. Both senior and junior choirs will join cast and orchestra on stage to ensure a spectacular concert experience for our audiences in May. Geelong Lyric Theatre Society are proud to be building this show from the ground up, including original orchestrations by our Musical Director, Brad Treloar.

We are looking to cast approximately 40 performers, including approximately a dozen under 16 years olds (age 10 and above).

Featuring Songs“WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR” from Pinocchio “GO THE DISTANCE” from Hercules“REFLECTION” from Mulan“UNDER THE SEA” from The Little Mermaid “PART OF YOUR WORLD” from The Little Mermaid“POOR UNFORTUNATE SOULS” from The Little Mermaid “OUT THERE” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame“GOD HELP THE OUTCASTS” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame“A WHOLE NEW WORLD” from Aladdin“NEVER HAD A FRIEND LIKE ME” from Aladdin “I JUST CANT WAIT TO BE KING” from The Lion King“YOU’LL BE IN MY HEART” from Tarzan“I WAN’NA BE LIKE YOU” from The Jungle Book ”COLOURS OF THE WIND” from Pocahontas“SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS”from Mary Poppins“IN SUMMER” from Frozen“LET IT GO” from Frozen“HOW FAR I’LL GO” from Moana “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” from Beauty and The Beast“INTO THE UNKNOWN”from Frozen 2