• Fall 2026 Unified Audition Form

  • First Act Theatre Arts will hold auditions for our Spring 2026 Productions of Footloose and Finding Nemo Jr..

    This will be a Unified Audition, meaning that both shows will audition at the same time. Students will prepare one audition song and have the option to be considered for one or multiple shows. For more information about Spring Unified Auditions, including info about the audition process, please check out the Audition Information page on the First Act Website. 

    Fall 2026 Unified Auditions: Friday, August 21 from 4:00-9:00 PM @ Leawood United Methodist Church (2915 W 95th St, Leawood, KS 66206).

    Footloose

    • Callbacks: Saturday, August 22 from 9:00AM-1:00PM at First Act (6800 W 153rd St. Overland Park, KS 66223)
    • Show Information & Schedule
    • Performs @ MidAmerica Nazarene University, November 5-8, 2026 (No School Day Show)
    • Rehearses @ First Act Theatre Arts (6800 W 153rd St. Overland Park, KS 66223)

    Finding Nemo Jr.

    • Callbacks: Saturday, August 22 from 2:00-6:00 PM at First Act (6800 W 153rd St. Overland Park, KS 66223)
    • Show Information & Schedule
    • Performs @ MidAmerica Nazarene University, November 12-15, 2026
    • Rehearses @ Leawood United Methodist Church 2915 W 95th St, Leawood, KS 66206

    Steps to Audition:

    1. Register! All students must be registered for a Fall 2026 Semester Class, the Fall 2026 Production Opt-Out, OR the Fall 2026 HEART Production Package.
    2. Fill out the Fall 2026 Unified Audition Form (This form)
    3. Sign up for an Audition Time (will receive link on the confirmation when you submit this form)
    4. Make sure you’ve submitted a 2026-2027 First Act Medical/Photo Release Form.
        

    What to Prepare for Unified Auditions: All students should prepare and memorize a 1-minute audition song. Please do not pick a song from the shows in which you are auditioning. Please bring a device through which to play a backing/karaoke track OR bring clearly marked sheet music. 

    Video Auditions: If you are unable to audition in person, please submit a video including your 1-minute audition song AND the Video Audition Dance to meagan@firstactkc.org (Footloose) and/or catie@firstactkc.org (Finding Nemo Jr) by 9:30PM on Friday, August 21st.

    All Students will be assessed a $250 Production Fee after cast lists have been posted. Production Fees will be dropped in your First Act Family Account by the end of the first week of rehearsals. For questions, please reach out to Director of Operations and Support, Chrissi Edwards at chrissi@firstactkc.org.

  • Please select the option that pertains to you (ALL students must register through the First Act Website before completing this audition form):*

  • STUDENT INFORMATION

  • Actor's T-shirt size*
  • What shows would you like to be considered for?*
  • If you selected multiple shows, which is your preferred production?*
  • If you have multiple students in the same family auditioning for Fall 2026 shows, are you okay with siblings being cast in different shows?*

  • COSTUME INFORMATION

    As a cast member, you will be assigned a costume(s) for the performances. It is the policy of the Costume Committee to provide as much of the costume accessories as is feasible; however, some items may need to be supplied by your family. We appreciate your support in this area.

  • PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Family Commitment

    Please read the following and check your agreement. New families are encouraged to read the following Family Guide for helpful information, including descriptions of each parent committee.
  • Your selection indicates your agreement and understanding of this commitment*

  • PRODUCTION COMMITTEES

    One adult family member of each camper is required to serve on a Production Committee. Please indicate your top 3 choices below. Priority is given to staffing all committees to produce a quality show and adequate teams. We may not be able to place you in one of your choices. For more information about parent committees, including a description of each committee, please reference the Family Guide on the First Act Website.
  • Because of the vital work they do to support our shows, all parents are required to indicate which of the following three committees they would be willing to serve on if needed: Backstage, Costumes, or Sets. Of those three, please select your preference: *
  • If you are willing to serve as head of a committee, please indicate which committee(s) you would lead:*
  • Additional Skills (select all that apply)
  • Do you own a truck?*

  • Rehearsal Conflicts & Absence Policy

    All cast may not be called to every rehearsal; this form allows us to be aware of all possible conflicts. Cast members must attend all show week dress rehearsals and performances. Please note this is NOT a final rehearsal schedule. Putting together a show takes lots of work from EVERYONE in the cast. First Act has a strict and clearly defined Absence Policy in order to protect our shows and guarantee that they will be successful. Please understand that being cast in a show is a commitment and privilege!

  • First Act’s Attendance Policy is as follows:

    1. All cast members AND parents must review the show conflict form and sign off on it prior to auditioning.
    2. An unexcused absence is defined as the following: any absence from a rehearsal not indicated on the conflict sheet at the time of auditions for any reason other than sickness or family emergency. Please note that absences communicated AFTER the cast list has been posted will be considered unexcused unless they are for sickness or family emergency. 
    3. All attendance issues, including when a student will miss rehearsal, is sick, or is running late, MUST be communicated to the Production Coordinator. 
    4. Students who arrive more than 30 minutes past their call time may receive an unexcused absence.
    5. When a student has 2 unexcused absences, the directing team reserves the right to remove that student from a scene or song in the show.
    6. When a student has 3 unexcused absences, they may be dropped from the show. Any appeals must be made to the Director of Artistic Productions.
    7. Any student with 5 or more absences (~25% of the rehearsal process) listed on their conflict sheet will not be considered for a lead role in the show.
    8. Tech Week Absences (starting on Move-in Sunday and continuing until the close of the show) are only allowed with prior approval from the Director of Artistic Productions at the time of auditions. Without prior approval, First Act reserves the right to remove said student from the show.
    9. If a student misses a performance, they will be immediately removed from the show and will not perform in the remainder of the production. Sickness and Family Emergency are exceptions to this rule.
    10. Please note: multiple unexcused absences may affect future casting opportunities.

    Your initials below indicate that both the student auditioning and their parent/guardian have read and reviewed the absence policy.

  • Please select the dates you are NOT available and will NOT be at rehearsal. Please note that some dates only apply to one show! Specific dates/times for Tech & Show Week can be found on the Show Conflict Sheet (found above). Tech/Show Week conflicts are not allowed.*

  • Code of Conduct Agreement

  • By checking the selections below, you acknowledge that the student and parent/guardian have read and reviewed the expectations listed.*
  • Should be Empty: