Auditions

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Audition Notice

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Show Title: Grease
Director: Lizz Bashore

Audition Dates:

  • In-person auditions: Monday, April 24, 5-10 PM
  • Video auditions: due by April 21, 10 PM
  • Callbacks: April 25-26, 7:30-10:00 PM by invitation only.

Compensation: Actors shall be compensated with stipends ranging from $100-300, depending on the role to be paid at the conclusion of the performances. Actors will be expected to agree to the terms of the NTPA REPERTORY THEATRE ACTOR LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING and its Code of Conduct.

Production Team: Selections for Choreographers, Music Directors and other show staff are underway now and those interested in being considered for these roles should reach out to Director Lizz Bashore at [email protected].

In-Person Audition Requirements

  • Auditioners must sign up for an individual audition slot, available from 6-10PM on April 24
  • All auditioners must attend the Dance Call on April 24, 5:00-6:00 PM
  • Prepare 16-32 Bars of a representative musical cut from similar musical or style. Accompaniment must be provided on a phone or similar electronic device. Accompanist will not be present at auditions.
  • Prepare a contemporary monologue offering a similar style, no longer than 90 seconds.
  • Provide a slate stating their name, and the title and playwright.
  • Provide a printed headshot and resume of theatre work, attached to audition sheet provided at auditions.

Video Audition Requirements

  • Film a close-up shot with the top of the head to the torso visible in the frame. Using a phone is an acceptable level of quality.
  • Musical Selection: 16-32 Bars of a representative musical cut from similar musical or style.
  • A contemporary monologue offering a similar style to the role, no longer than 90 seconds.
  • Provide a slate stating their name, and the title and playwright.
  • Include an electronic version of headshot and resume of theatre work on submission form. Please ensure a reachable email is included on resume.
  • If selected for call backs you will be notified via email to attend callbacks on Monday, April 24 th at
    8pm.

Content Warnings: Sexual innuendo

Rehearsals: 

  • Sat. May 20, Noon to 9PM
  • Mon. May 22-Fri. May 26, 6PM to 10PM
  • Sat. May 27: 10AM to 10PM
  • Mon. May 29-Fri. June 2, 6PM to 10PM
  • Sat. June 3: 10AM to 10PM
  • Mon. June 5-Fri. June 9: 6PM to 10PM
  • Sat. June 10: 10AM to 10PM
  • Mon. June 12-Fri. June 15- 5PM to 11PM (at NTPA Willow Bend)

Rehearsal Location: NTPA Dallas - 12300 Inwood Rd #112, Dallas, TX 75244

Performance Dates/Times:

  • Friday, June 16, 7:30PM
  • Saturday, June 17, 2:30PM
  • Saturday, June 17, 7:30PM
  • Sunday, June 18, 2:30PM
  • Thursday, June 22, 7:30PM (potential added performance)
  • Friday, June 23, 7:30PM
  • Saturday, June 24, 2:30PM
  • Saturday, June 24, 7:30PM
  • Sunday, June 25, 2:30PM

Performance Location: Rodenbaugh Theatre, Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W. Park Blvd. B216, Plano, TX 75093

Synopsis:

Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their "Summer Nights" as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as "Greased Lightnin'," "It's Raining on Prom Night," "Alone at the Drive-In Movie" recalling the music of Buddy Holly, Little Richard, and Elvis Presley that became the soundtrack of a generation. An eight-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals, along with innumerable school and community productions place Grease among the world's most popular musicals.

NTPA Repertory Theatre Casting Expectations & Guidelines:

This is a list of principles NTPA Repertory Theatre will adhere to in regards to all auditioning and casting activities. This includes all Producers, Directors, Assistant Directors, Stage Managers, Choreographers, Musical Directors, or other personnel involved in the production.

  1. NTPA Repertory Theatre casts from open auditions. First consideration for roles will be given to those who choose to audition for the show.
  2. In the event that NTPA producers elect to pre-cast a role, notice will be given BEFORE the audition.
  3. NTPA Repertory Theatre will always cast those they feel will best suit the role and production.
  4. NTPA Repertory Theatre will never allow favoritism to be shown at an audition. Every audition will begin from a level playing field.
  5. NTPA Repertory Theatre will always strive to make the audition process open and polite. Every auditioner will be shown appreciation for their willingness to audition.
  6. NTPA Repertory Theatre will always present a prepared audition process. Auditioners time will always be a consideration.
  7. NTPA Repertory Theatre will strive to provide timely notification throughout the casting process. All auditioners will be notified as soon as possible regarding casting decisions.
  8. NTPA Repertory Theatre reserves all casting determinations and NTPA casting decisions should be considered final.

Credits:

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey

"Grease" is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. www.concordtheatricals.com