Audition Info
MINI POPs
8-12yr
Auditions:
Wednesday Cast:
Auditions: Wednesday Aug 27th, 5:30pm-8:15pm
Callbacks: Wednesday Sept 3rd, 5:30pm-8:15pm
Location: TADA Stages / POPs Studio - 2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Thursday Cast:
Auditions: Thursday, Aug 28th, 4:00pm-6:45pm
Callbacks: Thursday, Sept 4th , 4:00pm-6:45pm
Location: TADA Stages / POPs Studio - 2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
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*Please note we try our best to adhere to a strict end time for auditions and callbacks but sometimes run out of time. To ensure every actor gets a turn for their vocal audition; we may ask a few actors to stay 10-15 minutes behind to complete their vocal audition.
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MANDATORY PARENT MEETING:
When:
Wednesday Cast: Aug 27th from 5:30-6:30pm
Thursday Cast: Aug. 28th from 4:00-5:00pm
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Where:
TADA Stages / POPs studio. ALL PARENTS are required to attend the Parent Meeting on the first day of auditions at the POPs studio. There are two days to choose from.
WHAT TO BRING & WEAR:
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Dance Attire: Come to auditions wearing something you can exercise, dance, or move freely in. Avoid jeans, miniskirts, or restrictive clothing. Wear closed toed shoes that stay on your feet well like sneakers and/or jazz shoes (preferred) if you have them. No flips flops, sandals, crocs, or Ugg boots please. If you have long hair, please make sure it is pulled up and out of the face. There will be both a dance and vocal audition.
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Vocal Audition Attire: It is common practice to change into a nicer outfit for singing auditions depending upon the type of show. Many actors will do this at auditions, but it is not necessary nor required. If you have time to bring a second outfit then great, but do not worry if you cannot.
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Bring a water bottle and light snack. Please no peanuts or peanut butter snacks.
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Conflict sheet: Print out your conflict sheet attached at the end of the parent letter and fill it out with your conflicts to turn in on audition day.
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MUSIC - WHAT TO PREPARE:
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We would like you to sing a song from the show from the selection we have provided in the Dropbox link below.
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Choose a song that you can sing that is in your vocal range and that speaks to you the most. Have fun with it. There are so many fun characters in this show. Go through all the songs provided and see what feels right for you.
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**Please know this is a vocally demanding score for some roles and we will ALWAYS prioritize vocal safety with young growing.. voices.
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DROPBOX INFO:
To help you practice, click on the button below, and within each folder you will find:
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Guide Vocals
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An Instrumental Track
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Lyric Sheet
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We cannot wait to watch you dance and hear you sing!
MINIS audition OVERVIEW:
This is a day where you begin to get to know your cast and creative team. We know that some actors are brand new to auditioning while we have experience. We are ready and welcome it all. Our goal is to meet everyone where they’re at and support them through the day while having fun doing it! Remember auditions are an opportunity to perform!
First up…Choreography! A short combination from the show will be taught in one room and then we will ask for groups of 5-7 to audition. Each group will go two times. Once your group goes, you will have time to change into your vocal audition outfit (if you have brought one) in any of the other two bathrooms. We will then begin with individual vocal auditions, while the remaining cast does acting exercises in the other room. Call backs will happen the following week during rehearsal time. Everyone will have an opportunity to sing and act during callbacks.
Please find on this page our parent letter as well - this doc contains several important dates/details for the season + the conflict sheet.
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Scroll to your cast - either WEDNESDAY or THURSDAY, print out, fill out and sign :)
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We cannot cast someone in the show until we have the conflict sheet signed/filled out. Please bring this in on audition day.
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Audition Tips for Dance:
1. Find a spot in the room where you can easily see the choreographer, so you don’t miss out on details.
2. Don't talk while learning choreography!
3. Ask questions if you don’t understand something after the choreographer has gone over the material.
4. Go over your routine while waiting to audition.
5. Have fun and perform it! We care more about that than getting the moves perfectly. Just do your best, smile, have personality, and keep going even if you mess up!
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Audition Tips for Vocals:
1. Vocal auditions are not just about singing – you need to act too! Know who the character is singing to in the song, what they are singing about, and show us that you know.
2. Take a deep breath before you start your song. Nod to the accompanist when you are ready. If you start off a little wonky then simply ask to start over.
3. Avoid looking at the people behind the table watching you. Pick a place above their heads to sing to.
4. Treat it just like a performance opportunity because that’s what it is! We love to be entertained.
5. Do your best not to stress out. Remember you are in a safe space and we are proud of you for being in the room!
RISING STARS
12-18yr
AUDITION DATE, TIME, & LOCATION::
DATE: Saturday Aug. 23rd
TIME: 12:00pm-5:00pm*
LOCATION: TADA Stages / POPs Studio - 2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90254
*The parent meeting will held for the first hour of auditions (12:00pm-1:00pm) at the TADA Stages/POPs studio*
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MANDATORY PARENT MEETING:
Each actor auditioning must have one parent representative attend the mandatory parent meeting in order to be cast in the show.
DATE: Saturday Aug. 23rd
TIME: 12:00pm - 1:00 p.m. (Parent meeting will be held the first hour of the audition process)
LOCATION: TADA Stages / POPs Studios 2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, MB 90266
Callbacks:
Sunday Aug. 24th (11:00am-6:00pm)* at the TADA Stages / POPs Studio - 2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90254
*Callbacks are by invitation only. Not all cast members will be called back. Actors will be emailed specific callback times late Saturday evening after auditions. Everyone will be notified if they are being called back or not.
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**Please note we try our best to adhere to a strict end time for auditions and callbacks but sometimes run out of time. To ensure every actor gets a turn for their vocal audition; we may ask a few actors to stay 10-15 minutes behind to complete their vocal audition.
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WHAT TO BRING & WEAR:
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Headshot and Resume: An 8x10 headshot (shoulders and up) attached to your resumé. A simple picture taken from your phone will due. Headshot should be attached to resumé so that all we need is to flip it over to see the other side. Resumé should be formatted like an actor resumé, listing what shows you have been in. Ex. 1 Ex 2
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Dance Attire: Come to auditions wearing something you can exercise, dance, or move freely in. Avoid jeans, miniskirts, or restrictive clothing. Wear closed-toed shoes that stay on your feet well like sneakers and/or jazz shoes (preferred) if you have them. No flips flops, sandals, or Ugg boots please. If you have long hair, please make sure it is pulled up and out of the face. There will be both a dance and vocal audition.
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Vocal Audition Attire: It is common practice to change into a nicer outfit for singing auditions depending upon the type of show. Many actors will do this at auditions, but it is not necessary nor required. If you have time to bring a second outfit then great, but do not worry if you cannot.
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Bring a water bottle and light snack. Please no peanuts or peanut butter snacks.​
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Conflict sheet: Print out your conflict sheet attached at the end of the parent letter and fill it out with your conflicts to turn in on audition day.​
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MUSIC - WHAT TO PREPARE:
Please prepare two contrasting songs*. Choose your first song from the song selection list we have provided in the Dropbox link below. We may or may not ask you to sing a second song so please be prepared.
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For your first song, choose a song/songs that fits your voice and displays your vocal range, strength, and vocal dynamics. Research the show and the characters to have an understanding of how they contribute to the story and the emotions they feel. Break down the lyrics and their meaning and then convey those emotions through song.
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Your second song should be a 32 bar or 1 minute contrasting song* that showcases your storytelling. You can either choose another song from the ones provided or pick your own.
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If you choose to sing your own second song, please email an .mp3 file of the track to kimberly@puttinonproductions.com prior to audition day.
*Contrasting Songs = Songs that show us two different sides of you. This could be a difference in vocal ability like an up-tempo belt vs a soprano ballad or in personality like a belting ballad vs a comedic song. Anything that shows a different side of you and showcases range.​
**Please know this is a vocally demanding score for some roles and we will ALWAYS prioritize vocal safety with young growing.. voices.
DROPBOX INFO:
To help you practice, click on a button below, and within each folder you will find:
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Lyric Sheet
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Guide Vocals
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An Instrumental Track
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You are going to do great! We cannot wait to watch you dance and hear you sing!​
RISING STARS audition overview:
Please come prepared to dance first and then sing. We start the day with a parent meeting, sign in, and meet the team. Everyone will learn the choreography and audition in small groups. After your group goes you can change into your audition outfit and prepare for your vocal audition. You are free to leave after your vocal audition is done. You will be notified via email Saturday evening if we would like to see you at callbacks. If you aren’t called back, it does not mean you have been cut from the show. It simply means we saw all we needed to see.
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audition tips for dance:
Get noticed for your focus and execution and not for talking and being disruptive. That’s the best way to blow an audition. Go over the choreography while waiting for your group to be called to audition. See if you can run through the choreo without stopping. If you have moments where you forget the next step, review that step and start again from the top. Pro-tip, if you can teach the step to someone else then you have a greater chance of executing it during the audition. Ask a friend, let them know you are trying to retain the step and need to teach it to know it. Explain that you know they don’t need it taught to them but that you need to teach it so you can get it yourself. Relax and have fun! No one expects you to get it perfect after just having learned it- just do your best, smile, have personality, and keep going even if you mess up! In fact, if you do mess up, show us how well you recover and turn it into something awesome!
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Audition Tips for Vocals:
1) Perform that song like you’re in the spotlight on the stage! Show off Your Voice. Pick something that compliments not only your singing ability but also the character you are wanting to portray.
2) Read the lyrics like you would a page from a story in a book to get an understanding of what the character is saying in the song. Vocal auditions are not just about singing – you need to act too! Find a focal point in the room above your directors and connect to who you are singing to in the song. Do not stare at your directors while you sing unless it’s a conscious choice you are making to break the 4th wall. Finally, make sure you can convey the answers to the following questions when you are singing as the character.
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What are you singing about?
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Who are you singing to?
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What are your emotions throughout the song?
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How are you feeling about what you are singing about?
We can't wait to see all your talent!