AUDITION NOTICE: SUNDAY 9th FEBRUARY 2020

CARDIFF OPEN AIR THEATRE FESTIVAL: EVERYMAN 2020 Sophia Gardens, Cathedral Road, Cardiff

Performance Dates: Saturday 18th – 25th July 2020 14 performances over 7 days at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

All performances take place in the open-air. Performers must be aged from 11 upwards

THERE IS NO UPPER AGE RESTRICTION THIS YEAR 2 Performances each day. No evening performances. No performance on Monday 20th July

Running Time: approx. 70 Minutes Technical & Dress Rehearsals: Friday 18th July

Rehearsals will begin with some music calls in April Rehearsal days: Sunday afternoons and/or early evenings plus some Thursdays depending on availability.

Not everyone will be called to every rehearsal and additional rehearsal days may be added nearer production period.

Director & Choreographer EMMA-JAYNE PARKER

GET READY WILDCATS, THE HIT DISNEY MUSICAL IS COMING TO THE FESTIVAL STAGE!

One-act edition

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THE SHOW Get’cha head in the game and take a trip to the hallowed halls of East High in this specially adapted version of the smash hit Disney musical. Join Troy, Gabriella and the rest of the students as they deal with first love, friends and

family whilst balancing their classes and extra-curricular activities. It's the first day after the winter break. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes find their cliques, recount their

vacations and look forward to the new year. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. They cause an upheaval when they decide to

audition for the high school musical, led by Ms. Darbus. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella's alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.

Running Time: 70mins (approx.)

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL – ON STAGE!

THE DIRECTOR Emma-Jayne Parker Emma-Jayne is a freelance director, choreographer, teacher and producer. She has appeared in professional musicals, pantomime and cabaret across the UK, Europe and the Far East, directs and choreographs for various theatre companies internationally and teaches dance. She has extensive experience in many styles of theatre. Recent productions as Director include 13 the Musical, Carrie the Musical, Be More Chilll, Godspell and Urinetown (andGO) & The Snow Queen, Once On This Island (Simply Theatre, Switzerland) Credits as Movement Director / Choreographer include, The Night Before Christmas (Simply Theare Productions / Borough Theatre Abergavenny) Merchant of Venice (Cardiff Open Air Theatre Festival), Disco Inferno & We Will Rock You (Cardiff and Vale College) A Christmas Carol, Sleeping Beauty, Pinocchio, Bugsy Malone & Hansel & Gretel (Simply Theatre Productions, Switzerland), Our House (Unknown Theatre), Old Hands (Hijinx Theatre), Much Ado About Nothing (Mappa Mundi), The Flint Street Nativity (andGo), Macbeth, ‘Allo ‘Allo, Twelfth Night & The Comedy of Errors (Cardiff Open Air Theatre Festival) and a short film: A Very British Cover Up. Emma-Jayne is a fully qualified teacher with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD) and teaches many styles of dance including Modern, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary and Ballet. At her Studio, she coaches for Dance and Drama School auditions; recent students have gained entry to Doreen Bird College, Arts Educational School and Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts. She is also a fully licensed Chaperone with Cardiff County Council. As Co-Producer of Go Productions (andGO): shows include Seussical Jr. Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr, Alan Ayckbourn’s Confusions, The Flint Street Nativity, 13, Carrie, Be More Chill and co-productions of Anorak Of Fire (with Main8 Productions) and John Godber’s Bouncers (with Arts Active) at St David’s Hall. She is also the immensely proud Principal of Go Theatre and Dance Academy – a thriving part time performing arts school run at a number of locations across Cardiff for over 150 children and young people. Providing excellent opportunities for students to perform at fantastic venues, build confidence and follow dreams. Emma-Jayne strives to create performance opportunities for all her students. Students are wonderful ambassadors for the Go ethos and make an excellent impression wherever they go.

Songs by MATTHEW GERRARD AND ROBBIE NEVIL;

RAY CHAM, GREG CHAM AND ANDREW SEELEY; RANDY PETERSEN AND KEVIN QUINN;

ANDY DODD AND ADAM WATTS; BRYAN LOUISELLE;

DAVID N. LAWRENCE AND FAYE GREENBERG; JAMIE HOUSTON

Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by BRYAN LOUISELLE

Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie Written by PETER BARSOCCHINI

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THE CHARACTERS Casting is open, all roles are available and newcomers to our Festival shows are welcome and encouraged.

All performers must be AGED 11+.

Please note there is NO UPPER AGE RESTRICTION for this show.

The JOCKS

TROY BOLTON. captain of the basketball team CHAD DANFORTH, number two on the basketball team and Troy’s best friend ZEKE BAYLOR, has a secret passion for baking Jason, the strong silent type Other Jocks

The THESPIANS

SHARPAY EVANS, president of the Drama Club RYAN EVANS, her brother & vice-president of the Drama Club James, an earthworm expressionist Susan, overwrought with emotion Cathy, a little too eager Cyndra, has operatic aspirations

The BRAINIACS

GABRIELLA MONTEZ, the shy new girl at school TAYLOR MCKESSIE, president of the science club MARTHA COX, has a secret passion for hip-hop Kratnoff, a history buff Other Brainiacs

The SKATER DUDES

Ripper, has a secret passion for the cello Mongo, a little slow on the uptake

Other Skater Dudes

Other STUDENTS

JACK SCOTT, the PA announcer, a.k.a. the Velvet Fog of East High KELSI NELSON, the mousey composer of Juliet and Romeo

Wildcat Cheerleaders Party Kids, guests in ski-lodge flashback

Fans/Spectators at the basketball championship game and the Science Decathlon

The ADULTS

MS. DARBUS, drama teacher COACH BOLTON, basketball coach, Troy’s dad

Ms. Tenny, (voiceover) chemistry teacher Moderator, (voiceover) science decathlon moderator

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THE AUDITIONS

Before auditioning, please take a moment to consider the necessary level of commitment.

Take careful note of the rehearsal period and be honest about your availability within it.

Although the rehearsal process takes place over a number of weeks, consistent and punctual attendance is essential, as we will be operating within a very tight schedule.

A high level of unavailability, persistent lateness and/or no-show will

regrettably result in your being asked to leave the production.

§ The auditions will be held at Rumney Methodist Church, Wentloog Road, Rumney CF3 3HD on Sunday 9th February with possible recalls the following week. If you would like to audition but cannot attend on this day, please let us know as soon as possible.

§ Auditions will be held in groups. You must contact us to book your place and please give your age so that we can place you in the correct group!

Performers aged 11 – 14 years will be seen between 3.00 & 5.15 Performers aged 15+ years will be seen between 5.15 & 7.30

§ Please arrive 15mins before your audition time and bring with you your completed form (page 5) with photograph. Spare audition forms will be available on the day.

§ Prepare an upbeat ‘West-End / Broadway’ song. Please provide a Backing Track on CD, Memory stick or portable device. We will only need to hear 2 mins max.

§ A major part of the audition will be a Dance Call, so please

dress appropriately and be prepared to move. § Please remember that not being recalled does not necessarily mean

you are not being considered for a role.

§ Please Note: By accepting a role in the Festival you acknowledge that your photograph will be taken during rehearsals and performances and permit these to be used for any marketing (including on websites, social media accounts and printed material belonging to both Go Theatre and Cardiff Open Air Theatre Festival). Consent can be withdrawn at any time by emailing us at the address below. This will not apply to material already published.

To reserve your place at the audition: E-mail: goproductionswales@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you!

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Audition Form

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL at the CARDIFF OPEN AIR THEATRE FESTIVAL 2020 To reserve your place at the audition, please mail us at: goproductionswales@gmail.com Please write clearly and don’t forget to bring this form to your audition! Name: ............................................................................................................................................................................ Address: ........................................................................................................................................................................ ......................................................................................................................................................................................... Postcode: ............................................. Email address: ............................................................................................... Contact Tel. No. [home]: ......................................................... [mobile]: ...................................................................... Date of birth if under 16* on 25th July 2019: ................................................................................................................. Age on your Audition day: .................................................................... Height: .......................................................... ANY SPECIAL SKILLS – eg, juggling, acrobatics, musical instrument playing, etc. ..........................................................................................................................................................................................

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE – esp. DANCE and/or MUSICAL THEATRE (continue overleaf if necessary): .......................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................... For what role/s are you auditioning? ............................................................................................................................... Would you be prepared to consider an alternative role if offered? YES / NO If not cast in a principal role, would you accept a role in the ensemble? YES / NO Please state all commitments [work / holidays / other shows etc.] that may conflict with our rehearsal period.

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*IF YOU ARE UNDER 16, PLEASE SUPPLY YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN’S CONTACT DETAILS HERE: Name: .................................................................................... Mobile No: .................................................................... E-Mail: ............................................................................................................................................................................

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NOTES: Not cast/recalled/cast as: ____________________________________________________________ Acceptance rec’d yes/no

Please attach a recent photo of yourself here