SOPA Audition Form

SOPA WINTER 2025 AUDITION

LITTLE WOMEN the Musical - COMMUNITY THEATER PRODUCTION
Auditioning for our Winter 2025 Community Theater Production requires you to pay a Registration fee ($100) upon casting.*

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Cast Member's Audition Information
Auditioners Height in feet and inches (example: 5' 3.5")*
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Have you been in a SOPA show before?*

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If yes, how many shows?
Are you open to any role in the show *
Other Theatrical Experience & Talents*
What song will you be singing from the show? *
What time does your audition song start?*
What song will you be singing NOT from the show? *
What time does your audition song start?*
What musical is your song from?*
SONG OPTION #1 - SONG MUST BE UPLOADED AS MP3 (Please choose a karaoke or instrumental backing track that has no audible words. Youtube is the best place to find a track, however, other platforms may also have your song available. Please reach out if you are unable to find a song without the guide vocals. NO A CAPELLA songs will be allowed. For this show we ask that you edit and upload your own mp3 song selections that you choose to audition with. YOU MUST SELECT SONG CUTS FROM THE SHOW YOU ARE AUDITIONING FOR. You must edit to the exact start and end time that you are auditioning with. Remember: Song Option #1 is your first character/song choice and Song Option #1 is your second character/song choice. Please select a cut from the ensemble or Fates if you do not have a certain character you are going for. NOTE: Longer audition songs are not always better. Be smart and concise and NAIL it! UPLOAD MP3 LINK BELOW*

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SONG OPTION #2*

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What role do you see yourself as? Please list up to 3 in order. Put ANY or ENSEMBLE if you do not have a preference. You may put roles from either show, but please list then in order. Example: 1. John Brooke 2. Amy 3. Aunt March*
Attach Headshot Photo Here *

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Attach Resume Here (optional if you have one) *

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Parent/Cast member 18+ Information
I realize that if myself (over 18) or my child is chosen for the cast, I will be responsible to make sure he/she attends every rehearsal and performance for which he/she is scheduled. Any added rehearsal or show conflicts could lead to student being removed from songs/scenes or from the show itself.

In case of illness, I will notify SOPA leadership in advance (info@shineonperformingarts.org or 512-800-1906). In order to ensure the quality of rehearsals and the production, I understand that unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the show. I understand that students who audition are NOT eligible for a tuition refund. I agree that my child will not attend if ill or within 24 hours of having a fever.

I understand that I will be charged a Production Fee of $100 if cast in this production. I am also responsible for personal items (i.e., undergarments, shoes, tights, make-up, hair products, etc). I understand that I will be asked to attend parent meetings and to volunteer as part of a parent team.

I understand that I must take a background check if I am over 17. All students, staff and vounteers aged 18+ must consent to a background check in order to participate with or volunteer on teams that involve underage students.
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Rehearsal Conflicts

Please list all conflicts below
NO refunds will be given once cast list has been posted for any reason.

This is an AUDITION ENTRY production. It is possible that not all who audition will be cast. We ask that you have theater experience before auditioning. This production will be very intensive (pre-professional) and will push all cast to shine their brightest. This production is AGE APPROPRIATE CASTING. This means we will not cast those who appear too young or too old for a certain role.

AUDITIONS will take place Tuesday, December 10th from 5:00pm to 9:30pm at the SOPA Austin Studio
(1120 Toro Grande Blvd #100, Cedar Park, TX 78613).

Video submissions are acceptable and due by end of day on 12/8.

Email via public viewing google drive link to Emily@shineonperformingarts.org with the subject line: LITTLE WOMEN Audition - (Your Name)

CALLBACKS are December 11th from 5:30pm- 10:00pm, second callbacks (if needed) will be December 17th from 5:30pm to 10:00pm. If video callbacks are needed, the materials will be sent to the auditioners by end of day on December 15th and due back by end of day December 17th.

The Artistic Team will determine who they would like to call back based on auditions.

LITTLE WOMEN the Musical is our first Community Theater production. We will have a strict set of rules for all stages of this show. It is an incredible opportunity for all involved and we are super blessed! Auditioners must be age 14+ in order to audition. The only role we will consider for students under the age of 18 is that of Beth. No one under the age of 14 will be considered. This show is an ensemble cast. There are only 10 roles. All actors cast must agree to have no more than 1 conflict during the rehearsal schedule and must agree to be fully familiarized with the songs and script before the rehearsals begin in January.

Cast will agree to pay a mandatory $100.00 Production Fee upon casting to help cover the licensing and costuming fees. There will be no additional fees or mandatory ads, ticket sales, parent volunteer hours, etc for this show.

REHEARSALS will begin in January. We will have a read thru/Sing thru on January 5th from 2pm-6pm for the full cast. Some rehearsals may be on zoom. There will be MANDATORY rehearsals where ALL cast are called starting Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - January 6th through January 31st from 6:00pm-10:00pm, Saturdays January 11th, 18th, 25th and February 1st from 11am-6pm. Move In is February 2nd from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Dress Rehearsal - February 3rd-5th from 4:30-10:30pm. The Community Theater Cast will only have one day of dress rehearsals. More to come on that. SOME conflicts will be allowed once the rehearsal schedule comes out.

Rehearsals near the beginning of the session are done by scene/song and may not require all cast. We will work around conflicts when we are able.

Rehearsals will be held at the SOPA Austin Studio and SOPAC.

Sunday afternoon rehearsals may be called for specific cast, mostly cast with conflicts, or leads, as needed. Cast will be notified if extra rehearsals are required. Rehearsals would be on Sunday afternoon/evenings.

Cast will receive a detailed rehearsal calendar shortly after casting. Please list all possibly conflicts in audition form. We understand that some things may not come up until later, but please do your best.

Cast must attend all called rehearsals unless sick, or they have a listed conflict. Not attending rehearsals that you do not have a listed conflicts form could result in dismissal from scenes or the show.

LITTLE WOMEN the Musical

Show dates:
Thursday, February 6th @ 7:00pm
Friday, February 7th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, February 8th @ 1:00pm
Saturday, February 8th @ 7:00pm
Sunday, February 9th @ 3:00pm
Thursday, February 13th @ 7:00pm
Friday, February 14th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, February 15th @ 1:00pm
Saturday, February 15th @ 7:00pm
Sunday, February 16th @ 3:00pm
Thursday, February 20th @ 7:00pm
Friday, February 21st @ 7:00pm
Saturday, February 22nd @ 1:00pm
Saturday, February 22nd @ 7:00pm
Sunday, Febraury 23rd @ 3:00pm

*SHOWS WILL BE SPLIT BETWEEN 3 CASTS. Our Student Director Spotlight Production, our College directed Spotlight Production and the Community Theater Production. Each cast will have 5 show spread out over the 3 weeks. More to come directly after casting.
NOTE: It is required that at least one parent and the student (ages 12+) attend move-in and strike. If student is younger than 12, they are not required to attend, just the parent may attend.
Conflicts (Date and Times) Write N/A if none*
Show Week Conflicts (Date and Times) Write N/A if none*
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Student Signature (press and hold the mouse to sign)*

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SOPA Audition Details - WINTER 2025
AUDITION DETAILS:

For this production, we are asking that you prepare 2 songs. Both a verse and chorus (no more than 90 seconds) of a song of your choice. One song should be from the show and the other song should be from a complimentary musical. These songs should be for the character you most see yourself as. You get to choose the song, the cut and the character you portray. We also ask that you have a back up song available with your back up character choice in case the Artistic Team would like to see more.

We also ask that you prepare a 1 minute monologue that falls in line with the character you are auditioning for.

Submit a headshot - This can be a nice cell phone photo of you

Submit a resume - If you have a resume, we ask that you submit it on the audition form

Submit your songs - For this show we ask that you edit and upload your own mp3 song selections that you choose to audition with. YOU MUST SELECT ONE SONG FROM THE SHOW YOU ARE AUDITIONING FOR AND ONE SONG NOT FROM THE SHOW. Remember: Song Option #1 is your first character/song choice and Song Option #2 is a song not from the show. NOTE: Longer audition songs are not always better. Be smart and concise and NAIL it! We may stop you before your song cut is over if we have heard enough to make a decision.

Know the show - We will not spend time teaching songs at callbacks.

FOR AUDITIONS: Please wear an outfit that shows you are taking this audition seriously. No pajamas, oversized clothing, hoodies, torn jeans, etc. The Artistic Team does notice. Please do not cosplay or Disneybound style your audition. No giving obvious nods to the character you want to get. This is not professional.

FOR CALLBACKS: Please wear dance clothing (leotards, leggings, sweats, close fitting shirts, etc), dance shoes - bring character shoes with the heel height you plan on wearing for the show. Have your hair pulled back out of your face (Male and Female).

What to Expect from Auditions:

Please see the AUDITION pages on the website for the most accuracte and up to date information.

The artistic team will watch the auditions, and make the casting decisions. No parents are involved in casting decisions (including parents who are on staff). If the Artistic Team personally instructs students or has personal relationships with the students, they will not weigh in on casting until all other Artistic Team members have spoken about the student first.

SOPA's policy is that we do not give refunds after auditions – our primary goal at SOPA Austin is to develop skills in all aspects of theater arts.

SOPA audition philosophy: "There is a role for every ONE! You just have to find your place to SHINE!”.

Callbacks:
During callbacks, students may be asked to read for the directors, and may sing songs from the show.

This show has a very small cast. There are only 10 roles in total. Please know that the Artistic Team weighs every decision fully before making their casting choices. They pray over the entire process and make their decisions based on where they find peace and for the greater picture for the show.

The cast list will be published by December 21st for this Production.

Parents, please help your student process the casting decisions – every student experiences joys and disappointments in theater. This is an opportunity to grow!
There is so much that goes in to casting a show. The artistic team takes many things into account. Thank you for trusting us in this process.

Family Requirements
(We will go into detail on parent participation at the first production meeting)

Parent Time Commitment
- Unlike past shows, this show will have minimal parent requirements. We absolutely will still need help, but the task may be more targeted/niche.
- We ask for a minimum of 25 volunteer hours per person who wishes to earn a Parent Pass to see the show for free. We have many parent teams to choose from! We will be sending out a form for parents to fill out with their top 3 team choices.
- Attend production meetings for parents. One will be at the beginning of the Summer and one closer to the show. Details will come out after casting.
- All SOPA Austin cast, staff and volunteers over 17 years of age, must have a background check prior to working with students. Details will be sent to parents.**Please Note: If you are a parent who has previously volunteered and completed this, it is valid for one year from date of completion.
- During show week, participate in Super Sunday move in, and Set Strike (After the final show). This time is counted toward your volunteer hours.
Financial Commitment - Purchases
- Summer Stock Registration Fee ($250). Due by 7/1/2024
- Summer Stock Production Fee ($250). Due by 8/1/2024
- Personal items such as required for class and/or show dance shoes, leotards, show makeup, show box items, undergarments, etc.
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Donations
Tuition and ticket sales do not cover the expenses of running SOPA. SOPA is a non-profit, educational organization working towards attaining our 501(c)(3) status and all charitable contributions are deeply appreciated! Please contact sopa.treasurer@gmai.com for a receipt towards your tax deductible donation. Donations can be made through your account or at https://www.shineonperformingarts.org/donate

Contact us:

Emily Calasopa, Exec. Artistic Director: Emily@shineonperformingarts.org, 512-800-1906
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SOPA WINTER 2025 AUDITION

Cast Member's Audition Information

Parent/Cast member 18+ Information

Rehearsal Conflicts

SOPA Audition Details - WINTER 2025

Family Requirements

Donations