Please read below for important information about our latest production:
ANNIE
Now Productions will be presenting a youth production of "Annie" at the Shedley Theatre from 26th-27th February 2021. Auditions will be held on Sunday 6th September and young people aged 7-21 are invited to attend - we require singers, dancers and actors!
Please read the following information carefully before completing the audition application form.
Auditions
Auditions will be held on Sunday 6th September at our studios in Smithfield. Once you have applied for an audition, you will be given an audition slot. All performers must attend a Singing/Acting audition and a Dance audition. Don't worry if your strengths lie in one particular area - we just need to see that everyone can do a little bit of everything! You can also choose to attend a Principal audition if you would like to be considered for a main role.
Once you have applied to audition, you will be sent the audition pieces so you can prepare in advance. You may also be given some extra items to perform on the auditions day.
Children under 18 must have parental permission to audition. Young people aged 18 and over may sign the application themselves.
Video Auditions - it is always preferable that you attend the live audition day, particularly if you would like to be considered for a principal role. However, if you are definitely not able to attend on 6th September, you can request to submit a video audition. Please note this in the 'Notes' section of the application form and we will send you instructions via email.
Rehearsals
You must be available for the following rehearsals. Please do not audition if you cannot attend these dates. Performers will be asked to leave the cast (without refund) if they miss rehearsals. Allowance will be made for illness if a medical certificate is produced (provided the performer is able to catch-up on anything missed at rehearsal) and commitments that you already have will be taken into consideration but must be noted on your application.
7th to 8th November & 12th-13th December - preliminary rehearsals (mornings & afternoons) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
9th to 17th January - intensive rehearsals (afternoons and evenings) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
13th-14th February & 20th-21st February - compulsory final rehearsals (mornings and afternoons) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
Thursday 25th to Saturday 27th February - compulsory dress rehearsals & performances (times to be confirmed) - Shedley Theatre in Elizabeth
Remember that you must note any of the above dates that you cannot attend on your application as these will be taken into consideration. Do not wait to be cast and then tell us about unavoidable absences, as this WILL result in your part being recast to someone else. Compulsory rehearsals in February cannot be missed.
Production Fee
All successful performers will be required to pay a production fee of $345. This is due on acceptance of your place in the cast. It can also be paid in three instalments:
$155 on acceptance of your place in the cast
$95 by 31st October
$95 by 31st December
Siblings who are successful in being cast in either show will receive a $50 reduction on each of their Productions Fees (therefore being required to pay $295 each)
This production fee includes:
* Costumes and all rehearsal materials will be hired to the cast and must be returned at the end of the production. Performers will need to provide their own suitable footwear, underwear and some basic costume items. Exact requirements will be given to cast members during the rehearsals.
The Show
This will be a Youth Production of the full-length musical "Annie" featuring performers aged 7-21.
There will be 3 performances at the Shedley Theatre from 26th-27th February. Performers may be required during some school hours from 25th-26th February - details will be available soon and we can provide a written letter to your school to confirm the absence is required for performing. We will always endeavour to keep rehearsals/performances during school hours to a minimum.
We hope that, after reading this information, you are still excited to be a part of this amazing production. If that is the case – please complete the Audition Application Form. Audition pieces will then be emailed to you with your Audition Confirmation (make sure you check your Junk/Spam folder as the email will contain links to the audition pieces.)
ANNIE
Now Productions will be presenting a youth production of "Annie" at the Shedley Theatre from 26th-27th February 2021. Auditions will be held on Sunday 6th September and young people aged 7-21 are invited to attend - we require singers, dancers and actors!
Please read the following information carefully before completing the audition application form.
Auditions
Auditions will be held on Sunday 6th September at our studios in Smithfield. Once you have applied for an audition, you will be given an audition slot. All performers must attend a Singing/Acting audition and a Dance audition. Don't worry if your strengths lie in one particular area - we just need to see that everyone can do a little bit of everything! You can also choose to attend a Principal audition if you would like to be considered for a main role.
Once you have applied to audition, you will be sent the audition pieces so you can prepare in advance. You may also be given some extra items to perform on the auditions day.
Children under 18 must have parental permission to audition. Young people aged 18 and over may sign the application themselves.
Video Auditions - it is always preferable that you attend the live audition day, particularly if you would like to be considered for a principal role. However, if you are definitely not able to attend on 6th September, you can request to submit a video audition. Please note this in the 'Notes' section of the application form and we will send you instructions via email.
Rehearsals
You must be available for the following rehearsals. Please do not audition if you cannot attend these dates. Performers will be asked to leave the cast (without refund) if they miss rehearsals. Allowance will be made for illness if a medical certificate is produced (provided the performer is able to catch-up on anything missed at rehearsal) and commitments that you already have will be taken into consideration but must be noted on your application.
7th to 8th November & 12th-13th December - preliminary rehearsals (mornings & afternoons) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
9th to 17th January - intensive rehearsals (afternoons and evenings) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
13th-14th February & 20th-21st February - compulsory final rehearsals (mornings and afternoons) - NOW Arts Centre in Smithfield
Thursday 25th to Saturday 27th February - compulsory dress rehearsals & performances (times to be confirmed) - Shedley Theatre in Elizabeth
Remember that you must note any of the above dates that you cannot attend on your application as these will be taken into consideration. Do not wait to be cast and then tell us about unavoidable absences, as this WILL result in your part being recast to someone else. Compulsory rehearsals in February cannot be missed.
Production Fee
All successful performers will be required to pay a production fee of $345. This is due on acceptance of your place in the cast. It can also be paid in three instalments:
$155 on acceptance of your place in the cast
$95 by 31st October
$95 by 31st December
Siblings who are successful in being cast in either show will receive a $50 reduction on each of their Productions Fees (therefore being required to pay $295 each)
This production fee includes:
- The cost of all rehearsals
- A souvenir t-shirt
- Costume hire*
- Hire of rehearsal materials*
- 10% discount on tickets
* Costumes and all rehearsal materials will be hired to the cast and must be returned at the end of the production. Performers will need to provide their own suitable footwear, underwear and some basic costume items. Exact requirements will be given to cast members during the rehearsals.
The Show
This will be a Youth Production of the full-length musical "Annie" featuring performers aged 7-21.
There will be 3 performances at the Shedley Theatre from 26th-27th February. Performers may be required during some school hours from 25th-26th February - details will be available soon and we can provide a written letter to your school to confirm the absence is required for performing. We will always endeavour to keep rehearsals/performances during school hours to a minimum.
We hope that, after reading this information, you are still excited to be a part of this amazing production. If that is the case – please complete the Audition Application Form. Audition pieces will then be emailed to you with your Audition Confirmation (make sure you check your Junk/Spam folder as the email will contain links to the audition pieces.)