BC Applause Fall Play 2023 Auditions / Interviews
Tuesday, Sept. 19th -OR- Wednesday, Sept. 20th
After School, 3:15 PM to 5:30 PM 
We'll be done in time for you to take the 5:40 late bus.

ACTORS
Goals of the Audition
​Get an idea of your skills as an actor and see how you bring a character to life.

Prep Work
Practice a 30-35 second monologue – no longer than 1 minute. A monologue is a speech presented by a single character, most often to express their thoughts aloud, though sometimes also to directly address another character or the audience.

• Choose any monologue you want.
• Find a monologue that tells a story and that fits you and your experiences, with a character or situation that you can relate to.
• No need to memorize.
• No props or costumes.

Here are a few sites to find monologues:

• https://www.dramanotebook.com/monologues-kids/
• https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/monologues-for-kids-72732/
• https://www.youthplays.com/monologues.php
• https://monologueblogger.com/52-effective-short-monologues-for-teens-and-kids/

CREW MEMBERS
Goals of the Interview
Discuss your backstage experience and find out what you’re interested in doing.

Prep Work
​Think about what crew you're most interested in working on for this particular show.

• Stage Crew: work backstage during performances to keep the show running smoothly and safely. Responsible for props, set pieces, curtains, wing traffic.
• Costume Crew: creates the overall appearance of the characters; helps with costume changes, keeping track of costume pieces, and assist with wigs, hair, and make-up.
• Lights: Set up, rig, program, monitor, repair, and operate lighting equipment to enhance the performances.
• Sound: , prepares all music and sound effects; operates the sound board, sets up microphones, and makes sure all sound equipment is working properly.
• House Crew: handles all fundraising and marketing and manages the box office and concessions during the show.
• Construction: If you're not available for after-school rehearsals, you can still be part of the show by helping on weekends with set construction and painting.

Audition/Interview Necessities
Paper and something to write with – in case you want to take notes.
A snack and a water bottle.
Something quiet to do, such as a book or homework. It can be a long wait for your turn to audition or interview.

Please fill out the JOIN BC APPLAUSE form if you haven't already.

Join BC Applause (Provide Contact Info for you and your grown-ups)

Advice
Be yourself! We're really looking forward to meeting you!
Show the joy and excitement you have for the monologue you're performing or the crew you want to join.
This is your time to shine. The stage is all yours -- even if only for a couple of minutes and only for one of the coaches

If you have any questions, email Mrs. Knight at knights@lmsd.org