2015-2016 Program - Oshawa Little Theatre

Oshawa Little Theatre 2015-­‐16 Youth Group Education Program Program Description (ages 10-17)
The Youth Group Education Program invites participants aged 10- 17 (at time of
audition) to explore the many riches of theatre development and performance at the
Oshawa Little Theatre.
This program gives participants the opportunity to develop foundational skills in theatre
by engaging in a variety of drama and musical theatre workshops run by experienced
professionals. Participants are guided to develop confidence in performance, challenged
to consider character development and physicality, and encouraged to achieve personal
goals in the contexts of: acting/ stagecraft, creative risk-taking, singing and voice
instruction, dance and choreography training, and ensemble co-operation and
teambuilding.
Participants will also be exposed to technical and “behind the scenes” elements which are
vital to the success of any performance in theatre. These workshop areas might include:
costuming, hair and makeup design, property creation, set design, and lighting and
sound operation.
The Youth Group Education Program runs: each Saturday from 9:00am – 12:00pm,
September to December. From January to the March Break, the Program runs each
Saturday from 9:00am – 1:00pm. From the March Break to the beginning of April, the
Program runs each Saturday from 9:00am – 4:00pm. After Easter, in preparation for
the Youth Group Education Production, the Program will continue until the show’s
opening on both Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00am – 4:00pm.
This year, participants are invited to audition for the Youth Group Education
Program on Saturday, June 13, 2015. Youth Group Auditions will be held offsite at Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School [700 Stevenson Rd. N.
Oshawa], from 9:00am -5:00pm. Please print and complete the Audition Package,
and present it at your audition on June 13th. Specific Audition Details are as follows:
To register for an audition please visit http://oshawalittletheatre.com/youth-group/
Click on the “Register Online” link. This will give you access to the Registration
Page. All auditions are booked/timed auditions: applicants will be given the opportunity
to select a time which might work best. The Youth Group Selection Panel will make
every effort to accommodate applicant choices; however, due to time constraints,
applicants might not receive their first choices in audition times. Please send questions
about the Program to: youthgroup@oshawalittletheatre.com.
Again, please print and complete the Audition Package, and bring with you to your
audition. Each applicant should also attach a headshot / current photo (the photo will
not be returned) to his/ her completed Audition Package.
Finally, excited applicants and their families are strongly encouraged to carefully review
the OLT Youth Group Education Program Policy Document to better
understand how the significant commitment to the Youth Group results in vibrant
and rewarding theatre experiences. This Document is also available from the Oshawa
Little Theatre website (Youth Group subpage).
Oshawa Little Theatre 2015-­‐16 Youth Group Education Program Audition Package 2015-2016
All auditions are booked/ timed auditions. Please visit www.oshawalittletheatre.com and
click on the “Youth Group” subpage. Click the “Register Online” link to register. If
you experience any difficulties, please contact youthgroup@oshawalittletheatre.com.
THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER ONLINE IS JUNE 5, 2015.
AUDITIONS:
Saturday June 13, 2015
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
LOCATION:
Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School
700 Stevenson Rd N Oshawa
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
1) All applicants should prepare an age-appropriate 2 minute monologue.
Your monologue must be memorized. Please do not include/ bring props.
2) All applicants should prepare song from a musical (“Disney” is acceptable).
Please bring sheet music: this is a requirement. An accompanist will be provided.
Therefore, no recorded accompaniment will be needed (again, sheet music only).
3) All participants should come prepared for a group movement audition. Appropriate
clothing and footwear (please, no flip-flops) need to be worn.
You will be contacted with your audition time at least 3 days prior to your audition.
You will be asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to your audition time, to register.
Don’t forget to bring your Application Package (Audition Form, including a recent
photo/ headshot).
THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER ONLINE IS JUNE 5, 2015.
Audition Form Youth Group Education Program Please print your responses clearly. Please attach a recent photo/ headshot.
Full Name of Applicant: ____________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________ Postal Code: ______________________
Phone #: ________________________________ Cell #: _____________________
Parent Email: _________________________ Youth Email (optional): __________________
Date of Birth: __________________________ Current Age: ____________________
Please describe all previous experience/ training (or attach theatre resume);
NB: feel free to include dance or music training as well.
In your own words, tell us why you would like to participate in the OLT
Youth Group Education Program?
Name and describe two specific goals you have/ would like to achieve in your
participation with the OLT Youth Group Education Program this year.
______________________________
Applicant Signature
___________________
Date
Oshawa Little Theatre 2015-­‐16 Youth Group Education Program Parent/ Guardian Commitment Agreement
Participation in the Youth Group Education Program is generously funded and
supported by the Oshawa Little Theatre.
Each Youth Group Education Program participant, and at least one parent, must be a
member of the Oshawa Little Theatre.
Youth Group participants are required to wear a uniform t-shirt to each rehearsal, which
will be purchased from the Youth Group. The uniform also consists of black track
pants. Black jazz shoes are preferable. If a sweater is worn, it must also be black.
Specific details will be made available at the start of the Program.
After the March Break the weekly lunch program begins, wherein, all families are asked
to take turns providing food and serving/ cleanup assistance.
Additionally, parents/ families are asked to assist with the preparation of the production.
Each family is encouraged to contribute a minimum of 10 volunteer hours at the
theatre. There are a variety of areas to which to contribute, and the Youth Group
Committee will provide all necessary training: no experience is necessary.
Theatre areas for volunteer hours include: costumes, set building, painting, lighting,
sound, props, backstage crew, stage management, hair/makeup
I, _______________________________ agree to volunteer and support the Oshawa
Little Theatre Youth Group Education Program, as outlined in this document.
_____________________________
(Parent/Guardian signature)
______________________________
(Youth Group Applicant Name)
______________________________
(Parent/Guardian email address)
______________________________
(Parent/Guardian Phone Number)
Oshawa Little Theatre 2015-­‐16 Youth Group Education Program POLICY DOCUMENT revised April, 2015; subject to change
The Oshawa Little Theatre Youth Group Education Program runs from September 12,
2015 until May 28, 2016. There will be no rehearsals during March Break; however,
selected cast members who are available may be called for rehearsal during the Break.
Extra rehearsals may be added as needed, as performance dates approach.
NB: Participants need to be in attendance for ALL rehearsals after the
March Break and during Tech Week.
All cast members must be available for every performance. Show dates will confirmed at
the Parent Meeting in September, and are tentatively scheduled for May 15th to 28th,
2016. A full rehearsal schedule will also be provided in September, 2015.
Youth Group participants can miss no more than 3 rehearsals over the course of
the program. Attendance is taken each rehearsal. In fact, attendance begins at 9:00 am
SHARP. Therefore, Youth Group participants should arrive between 8:45am-8:55am
and to be prepared to begin promptly at 9:00am. Please, do not be late.
The Youth Group Parent Liaison should be advised well in advance of any absences. In
the event of illness, please attempt to contact the Parent Liaison as soon as possible.
Contact information will be made available at the Parent Meeting in September.
Uniforms are to be worn to each rehearsal. The uniform consists of: YG t-shirt, black
dance pants or sweat pants (capris are allowed but must be below the knee; no shorts),
jazz shoes (black is preferable).
Cell phones are not to be used during Youth Group Programs or rehearsals. Participants
should only quickly check messages during breaks, if required.
Please encourage a healthy breakfast prior to rehearsal, and send with your child healthy
snacks and water.
During full- day rehearsals, parent/ guardian volunteers will be providing lunch.
All provisions must be free of nut products and any other relevant
allergies for the group; details will be presented at the parent meeting.
A schedule will be distributed, and it is the responsibility of parents/ guardians to
coordinate with other assigned parents/ guardians of the scheduled day to ensure that
ample, healthy, nut-and-seafood free food is provided.
After the March Break, families are asked to participate in the Program by volunteering
time and skills leading up to the show, and during the run of the show. Parent and
family members will be able to volunteer in all areas of the theatre: set decoration, set
construction, costumes, backstage, hair and makeup, front of house, props, lighting and
sound. Training will be provided: no experience necessary.
NB: Families are required to assist with the “striking” of the set (dismantling and safe
storage of set) on May 28, 2016.
Thank you for your support, commitment, and understanding.
Remember to always try your very best, take creative risks, be respectful of self and
others, and to enjoy the Program!