MAMMA MIA!

Audition Information and Permission Form

Audition Forms Due Date: Friday, Sept. 14th, by end of the school day.

Audition Dates and Times

Sept. 17th 4:15 – 6:30pm (Monologues) Sept. 18th 4:15 – 6:30pm (Vocal) Sept. 19th 4:15 – 6:30pm (Dance)

Sept. 20th 4:15 – 6:30pm (TBA) If you are auditioning only to be considered as an ensemble member, you are only required to attend the Tuesday, Sept. 18th and Wednesday, Sept. 19th audition dates.

If you are in an after-school sport, please see Mrs. Gilligan asap for the alternative audition times. If you are auditioning for any speaking role, you are required to attend all 4 audition dates

There are 4 forms that must be turned in for you to audition!! They are all below:

• Signed MAMMA MIA! Permission Form (form 1)

• Signed RVHS Production Procedures and Fundamentals (form 2)

• Signed RVHS Theater Production Eligibility Form (form 3)

• Signed RVHS MAMMA MIA! Rehearsal Schedule Agreement form. (form 4)

Auditions:

Attire: Sept. 17th,18th, and 20th: Dress to impress. Sept. 19th: Dress to dance. Dress to move. Dance or athletic attire. Dance shoes can be

worn, but are not mandatory. IF you would like to be considered for the role of Tanya, bring high heels (no character shoes). No bare feet or just socks will be permitted. Tie your

hair back if it will get in the way. Snacks and Water:

Bring water. Bring a quick snack to eat BEFORE 4:15pm. Remember, no peanuts or anything made

with peanuts. Remember, no food or drink (only water) can be eaten in the Aud., the Black Box, and the chorus room.

What to know ahead of time:

Monologue: You must have a memorized persuasive or lamenting monologue that must run at least 1 minute, but not over 2 minutes. Bring a typed copy with you as you will

need to hand a copy of the monologue to Mrs. Gilligan when entering the room. The monologue must be from a play or musical you have not performed in. Bring something

that will show your acting! Do not perform a monologue from: “You ‘re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” or “Seussical”, (we have just heard too many monologues form those shows).

Songs: We will have the sheet music for you. But please be ready to sing any song we ask of you, from the musical score – not the film, etc. Females will only sing female songs, males will only sing male songs. Everyone may be asked to sing the songs males and

females sing – of course.

Audition Day - What to expect: Monday: Please attach your number, and be seated in the Black Box, ready for notes, no

later than 4:15. Tuesday: Please attach your number then be in the chorus room, in numerical order, warming up, by 4:15.

Wednesday: Please attach your number then be seated in the black box, in numerical order, by 4:15.

Thursday: Please attach your number then be seated in the Black Box. – in numerical order. No later than 4:15.

On all of the audition dates, you can be released early. Please be prepared for that.

Numbers: Please safety pin the number clearly to your shirt, in front. Do not lose the number given to you. You are expected to wear it to every audition

day! Audition Spaces:

All auditions are closed auditions. Only the students auditioning and the judges are permitted. Please do not let friends or family members, come into any audition area.

Audition Behavior: Put away all cell phones, turn them off and do not have them on you.

No talking in the audition spaces. Gum - just say no.

If you are cast:

MAMMA MIA! Construction Days are mandatory for all cast and crew – and please note - if you are in a sport, etc, that will interfere with any of the dates, please mention that to Ms. Gilligan at your audition.

MAMMA MIA! Strike: We stay until it is done. All cast and crewmembers MUST attend

strike. Rehearsals: Please see Rehearsal Schedule, and return the signed form with your audition

form. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please take the rehearsal schedule and your commitment to it seriously. Please do not schedule jobs or appointments during rehearsal AFTER you have

accepted a role - attendance (or lack thereof) at rehearsals can affect casting at any time in the production period.

Hair and Piercings: Once a student is cast they may not alter their appearance – such as dying or cutting their hair (slit end trims are acceptable) getting new piercings, getting a

tattoo that will be visible while in costume, without the Directors permission. So, what you look like at your audition, you will need to stay true to it, until the show is over.

VHSL: As this is a VHSL activity, we will follow all VHSL rules.

Parent Responsibilities: If your child is cast, please note that one Parent/Legal Guardian from each student

will be required to volunteer in any of the following areas. Help with selling concessions during one performance.

Help with the Ticket booth during one performance. Help bring and serve food for our show late night rehearsals. Help with selling flowers or Break-a-leg o-grams during one performance.

Help with the stage strike on the evening of our Sunday performance. Help with the cast party.

Help with advertising the show and selling Program Ads. … Things along those lines... and hopefully one will fit nicely into your schedule. Please see Marilyn Gilligan with any questions.

Activity Fee There is a $100.00 Activity fee for all students who are cast in this School Wide RVHS

Theatre production. The fee goes directly to help cover the cost of construction materials, props, make-up/hair supplies, the playbill and poster printing, the show licensing fee, as

well as to help cover costume rental or purchasing, accessories, fabrics, and sewing materials. Your student will also receive from the Activity Fee the student’s show T-Shirt! Costume note, there will still be some items you will need to purchase as we cannot, such

as shoes, socks, pants… etc. If your student is cast in this production, the Activity fee will be due on the first day

of rehearsal.

It is mandatory for all cast to come the entire first rehearsal. If your student cannot, please have them see Ms. Gilligan right away as allowances can be made with prior approval. Cash or check. Checks made out to RVHS Theater

(Please see Mrs. Gilligan if you need a fee waiver or extension following LCPS guidelines.)

The Cast list will be posted on Friday, Sept. 21st, on the school website, in the evening. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Last Note from the Director - Please relax and have fun at your audition! Take every moment to show us what you can do, how creative you can be, but never to the point of

stressing so much you lose the reason we all are doing this… to have a great high school experience!

When roles are cast - never forget, theater is all about teamwork, so always treat your fellow actors and techies with respect… and know that no role is more important than the

other. From the lead role to the amazing student who hands out the programs, no production can successfully work without the other.

And please remember, on all social media, RVHS Theatre is only positive and supportive of

each other! ☺

On a personal note, if you are not cast, please do not let that stop you from pursuing theatre. Every audition will help you with auditioning skills, take it from me, so please try again for our next show!

Thank you for auditioning!

MAMMA MIA! Audition Permission Form (Form 1) (please print neatly)

Name________________________________________________________________________ Height ________ Hair color __________________________ Gender: M ____ F _____

Age ________ Student Cell phone # __________________________________________

Student Email _______________________________________________________________

You are auditioning for (check all that apply): ______ Speaking roles ______ Ensemble

______ Either If you are currently taking Dance classes, please list the studio and dance classes you are currently enrolled in:

______________________________________________________________________________

Character(s) you are highly interested in: ______________________________________________________________________________ Are you willing to be cast in any role? yes____ no_____

Please list acting experience & classes (please use the back if needed): ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

Student Signature: _________________________________________________________________________

If you are cast, what size show T-Shirt would you like? They are unisex. Please circle one:

S M L XL XXL XXXL Parent Section

(Please understand, you will be agreeing to volunteer your time in one of the areas mentioned above)

Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Email:

___________________________________________________________________________________

Theatre Production Procedures and Fundamentals (info Form 2)

Cast Responsibilities

• Theatre is a physically exhausting art form. It requires complete concentration and great

stamina.

• Eat three good meals a day

• You may not alter your appearance once cast.

• Get as much sleep as possible. Good health is essential to good performance.

• Take care of your voice. (This means that you have to be attentive to how you are using it

outside of rehearsal as well as during rehearsal.) If you feel vocal strain in rehearsal, tell the

director immediately. This is in regard to plays as well as musicals.

• Try to get to rehearsals at least 10 minutes early. You will need the time to get ready

physically, vocally, and psychologically to rehearse.

• Always allow yourself enough prep time for an adequate warm-up. You need to be physically

keyed up, really alive and placed, responsive in senses and emotion, relaxed, concentrated,

intelligently serious, and ready to attack a creative rehearsal.

Production Fundamentals

Script

• Keep your script with you all day and night during the rehearsal period.

• Put your script into a hard cover 3 ring stiff binder with your name on it. You must have

your script in your binder by the first rehearsal date.

• All blocking and stage business should be marked in your script as it is given to

you. Remember; write down all blocking and business.

• Always rehearse with a pencil.

• Take thorough notes on anything told by the director, assistant director, or stage manager

concerning your performance.

• If you have questions about your character and his/her motivations, consult your notes

BEFORE you approach the director.

Learning Lines

• Lines and blocking should be memorized by the date specified on the rehearsal schedule.

• When you drop a line on stage, simply hold your character position and characterization and

say, "Line!" in character. The Assistant Director or Director should not feed you your line

until you indicate that you need help remembering the line.

• Being "off book" means that you have memorized your lines and can proceed through a scene

without the help of the script. After you are off book, be sure you have read through your

part and have someone cue you through your role at least once a day.

• ALWAYS bring your script to rehearsal…even after you have learned your lines.

Attendance

• Personal appointments should be scheduled after rehearsal. Work is not an excuse for

missing a rehearsal without prior permission.

• Rehearsals, crew calls, and tech rehearsals are NEVER to be missed without prior

permission.

• The following people are the ONLY people that may excuse you from a call: the director, or

Mrs. Gilligan if she is not directing.

• If you are excused from a call for any reason, go directly to the Assistant Director to inform

them. Do not leave the premises without contacting either one directly.

Punctuality

• All rehearsals and crew calls begin exactly on the time listed.

• A call of "places" means that all performers and crew involved in a particular scene must be

ready to perform. They should be "in their places."

• It is best to arrive at the rehearsal location AT LEAST ten minutes prior to a call. It is

mandatory that you are ready to work on time.

Relationship to the Director

• Unless you are in a scene being worked on and have a pertinent question, never approach or

speak to the director while she is working with, listening to, or watching a scene in progress.

• Never walk between the director and the playing area. NEVER

• Do not offer directorial suggestions during the rehearsal time.

• If you have an idea and would like to share that idea with the director, write it down and

approach the director with your idea

• AFTER the rehearsal.

Relationship to Other Company Members

• Do not offer a suggestion, chastise, argue with, or prompt another actor under any

circumstance.

• Never speak to or approach another actor who is waiting for an entrance.

• Do not talk backstage during rehearsal and/or performance unless it is mandatory and

concerns the integrity of the production.

• Be ready for your entrance. This is your responsibility during rehearsals and performances.

• After rehearsal, clean up everything on the stage and in the drama/black box area…even if it

is not your mess.

Relationship with the Crew and Equipment

• During a scene shift, an actor should completely clear off the stage space unless he is

involved in the change or about to make an immediate entrance.

• At the same time, the crew must not distract the actors.

• Never touch a piece of lighting, sound, or stage equipment unless assigned to do so.

• Restricted areas include: the light and sound booth, the director's table, the director's office,

costume and prop closets, and the mechanical room. At no time are you allowed to enter

these areas without permission.

Guests in the Theater

• Only people invited or approved by the director will be allowed to attend rehearsals.

• No unauthorized people are permitted backstage. Authorized people are those that are

members of a production in progress that evening or those that have obtained permission by

the director.

• No company member is allowed to receive guests in the Black Box or in the House, except

after a rehearsal.

• Guests may not be in the Drama hall/black box/backstage etc, before, during, or after a

performance.

Rehearsal Costumes

• If a rehearsal costume is issued to you or you are asked to provide it, you will be expected to

wear it every time you are called for rehearsal until it is replaced by your performance

costume. No exceptions. You may be able to leave your rehearsal costume at the

theatre. Rehearsal costume can be hung up on the costume rack. Practice skirts should be

stored in your bag.

• Wear appropriate clothing and shoes to rehearsal. Your clothing should not restrict your

movement. No flip-flops or Ugg type boots.

• Wear shoes and clothing to rehearsal that will be similar to that which you will be wearing in

the performance.

• Your arrival time should include time to put on your rehearsal / performance costume. This

includes practice skirts and show shoes. If you need time to put a costume on, you should

arrive early so that you may start rehearsal on time.

Rehearsal Props

• The actor should be aware, at all times, when her/his hand is occupied with props.

• Add your own rehearsal props as soon as you are off book and your hands are free to use the

props. Use these props every rehearsal until performance props are provided.

• If you cannot find a rehearsal prop, substitute one of your own devising rather than going

onstage during rehearsal without one.

• Treat rehearsal props with as much care as you would performance props.

• Always keep rehearsal props on the prop table or in the prop closet when not in use.

• NEVER TOUCH A WEAPON unless assigned to do so.

Performance Props

• Never touch a prop unless you are the character assigned to use that prop.

• Always return your props to their assigned spot in the on-stage prop closet as soon as you

leave the acting area.

• Never sit on stage furniture back stage.

• Report broken props to the assistant stage manager and/or prop master immediately.

Handling a Costume

• These rules exist because we care about how you look on stage and because we care about

what happens to the costumes.

• Costumes have no life except the life the actor gives them.

• Find out how your costume relates to your performance.

• Costumes are not the actor's playthings. Onstage, they are only to be used as your

CHARACTER would use them. Off-stage, however, they are to be handled with extreme care.

• Skirts and capes are to be held so that they do not touch the floor and are hoisted in the rear

so that they are not sat upon. Trains are carried until the very moment before an entrance.

General Costume Reminders

• Your "look" is an important part of your costume and is not to be altered with prior

permission.

• Performers may not alter their personal, everyday "look" without the prior permission from

the director.

• Altering includes, but is not limited to: piercing or tattooing any part of their body and

(depending on your look at the time when you were cast), as well as the cutting, shaving,

or dyeing, of your hair.

• Please use soap, deodorant, and antiperspirant.

• Do not wear perfume while in your costume. (Some people are allergic to it!)

• Give valuables to the stage manager, assistant director, or preferably, leave them at home.

• Do not leave valuables in the dressing areas.

• Have make-up on before putting your costume on.

• If your costume goes on over your head, ask someone on the costume crew to help you by

putting a cloth over your head to protect your make-up and costume.

• Men, unless you are required to grow a beard for the production, be sure you shave before

reporting for your make-up call.

• NEVER restyle wigs and/or hairpieces unless trained to do so. The costume crew should do

this.

• When you are wearing your costume, do not eat or drink anything.

• Be careful where you sit; be careful what you lean on.

• Before entering the acting area, check yourself for any item that your character would not be

wearing (i.e. watches, jewelry, wallets, etc.).

• Please do not touch anyone's costume. This will assist in preventing confusion and loss.

• Obtain your costume only from the crewmember in charge of checking out costumes, or from

where you placed it the night before.

• Remove your make-up AFTER you have removed your costume.

• You must check your costume in EVERY NIGHT. You will not be

• dismissed until you have checked out with the crew member in charge of checking out

costumes.

• Please return costumes neatly hung on hangers or with your chair.

• Be sure to include all items that may be in use as part of your costume. Costumes left on

the floor or backstage will be

• Please wait while the costume crew checks in items.

• If your costume needs repair or adjustment, tell the Assistant Director.

Technical and Dress Rehearsal Procedures

• During the technical/dress rehearsal period, it will be necessary to have the complete

cooperation of the entire production company.

• The director and Assistant Director will conduct the progression of these

rehearsals/performances. She/he may cut from scene to scene (cue to cue), depending upon

the needs of the designers, directors, and staff.

• Anyone may stop a rehearsal if she/he feel that she/he is being put into an unsafe position.

• Remain attentive and do not engage in unnecessary conversation.

Do not talk backstage or if seated in the audience or waiting in the wings.

• At no time should you question the authority of the stage manager and crew hands. Even if

you disagree with a procedure, comply with the directions given to you. The only exception

to this is if you feel a situation is unsafe or if you feel your life is in danger.

• Actors must help the technicians by remaining in character and following the prescribed

"timing" during these rehearsals.

• During the technical rehearsal, wear clothing that is close to the color of your

performance costume. Do not wear WHITE or BLACK unless your character will be wearing

white or black.

Never remove someone’s mic, or mic pack, unless you are directed to do so, and have been trained.

Theatre Production Procedures, Fundamentals and Cast

Responsibilities Agreement

(Form 2)

Although I am not as yet a professional, I understand that I am expected to adhere to the

professional standards and procedures as set down in the Production information

sheets. By signing this form, I am stating that I have read and understand the following:

The Theater Production Procedures, Fundamentals and Cast Responsibilities.

My signature on this contract signifies that I have read the

production information completely, and agree to abide by its standards and procedures to

the best of my ability. I further understand that failure to meet production procedures as

defined may result in my dismissal from the production.

Student Name (Printed): ______________________________________________________________

Student Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

Date: ___________

Parent Name (Printed):

______________________________________________________________________________________

Parent Signature: ____________________________________________________________________

Date: ___________

Theater Production Eligibility and Attendance

(form 3)

In order for a student to take part in a school wide theater production, they must:

Must pass five courses the previous semester.

Must attend school the day of a performance or rehearsal. Must keep the VHSL GPA

Must be in school by 9:30 a.m. unless he/she has an administrative excuse or doctor's appointment and provides the school with a doctor's note.

Student Signature:__________________________________________________________

Student (printed) Name: ___________________________________________________

Date:______________________

Parent Signature:_________________________________________________________

Date:______________________

Parent Email: ___________________________________________________________

Parent Phone: ___________________________________________________________

Riverside Theatre – MAMMA MIA!

Rehearsal Schedule and Parent Agreement Form

• The following are the rehearsal dates.

• Once cast, you will receive a detailed schedule with each date broken down by scene, to include Dance dates, Vocals, and Blocking.

• Students do not attend rehearsals on dates they are not in the scene, vocal, or dance, that is being worked on that day.

10/05/18 4:15 – 7PM All Cast – Head shots, measurements taken… etc. Please wear a solid blue

shirt – light, medium, or dark blue. Activity fee is DUE this day.

10/12/18 8AM – 9AM 10/19/18 8AM – 9AM

10/26/18 8AM – 9AM

11/02/18 8AM – 9AM

11/09/18 8AM – 9AM

11/16/18 8AM – 9AM

11/30/18 8AM – 9AM 12/07/18 8AM – 9AM

12/07/18 4:15 – 6:30PM

12/14/18 8AM – 9AM

12/14/18 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/04/19 8AM – 9AM 01/11/19 8AM – 9AM

01/14/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/15/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/16/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/17/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/22/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 01/23/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/24/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

01/25/19 8AM – 9AM

02/01/19 8AM – 9AM

02/08/19 8AM – 9AM 02/11/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

02/12/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

02/19/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

02/20/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

02/21/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

02/22/19 8AM – 9AM 02/23/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew

03/01/19 8AM – 9AM

03/02/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew

03/04/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/05/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 03/07/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/08/19 8AM – 9AM

03/13/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/15/19 8AM – 9AM

03/15/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/16/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew 03/18/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/19/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/20/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/21/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 03/22/19 8AM – 9AM

03/22/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/23/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew

03/24/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew

03/25/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

03/26/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 03/27/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/02/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/03/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/04/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/05/19 8AM – 9AM 04/05/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/06/19 8AM – 5PM – Construction – All Cast and Crew

04/08/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/09/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/10/09 4:15 – 6:30PM (If there is a Fine Arts trip, we will not have this rehearsal)

04/11/09 4:15 – 6:30PM (If there is a Fine Arts trip, we will not have this rehearsal) 04/12/19 8AM – 9AM (If there is a Fine Arts trip, we will not have this rehearsal)

04/22/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/23/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/24/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

04/25/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 04/26/19 4:15 – 9PM

04/27/19 9AM – 5PM

04/29/19 4:15 – 9PM

04/30/19 4:15 – 9PM

05/01/19 4:15 – 9PM

05/02/19 4:15 – 9PM 05/03/19 4:15 Call – 7PM Show

05/04/19 4PM Call – 7PM Show

05/05/19 11AM Call – 3PM Show

05/07/19 4:15 – 6:30PM

05/09/19 4:15 – 6:30PM 05/11/19 11AM Call – 2PM and 7PM Shows

05/12/19 11AM Call – 3PM Show, Full Strike to follow

MAMMA MIA!

Dates and Times Parent Agreement Form (form 4)

I have read and understand the Rehearsal and Performance Schedule for the fall play, MAMMA MIA!, and am able to attend all of the rehearsals, unless listed below, and

performances, for the role I am cast in. Please note, student availability may have effect on what role they are cast in.

Student Name (Printed): _____________________________________________________________

Student Signature: ______________________________________________________________

Parent Name (Printed): ____________________________________________________________________

Parent Signature: __________________________________________________________________

Date: ________________

I am not able to attend the follow rehearsals:

Dates: __________________________________________________________

Reasons for each: _____________________________________________________________________________

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