 Auditions at NWCT
NWCT thanks all the performers who auditioned in June for our 2008-09 Season.
Click here to download a PDF of our Audition Packet.
Callbacks are happening. Please read our FAQs for more details.
September 4—Alice in Wonderland
- 4:00pm – ages 8-13
- 5:00pm – ages 14-18
- 6:30pm – ages 19+
September 6—Kids Co NW
September 7—Teens NW
September 14—Wizard of Oz
Click here for callback materials.
(Please contact us, if you have any proplems with this document.)
Frequently Asked Questions about Season Auditions
Additional audition information
What am I auditioning for?
NWCT holds General Season Auditions each June (ages 8+) for the following:
Main Stage Productions
- Hansel & Gretel performs Oct. 10-Nov. 2
- The Wizard of Oz performs Dec. 13-Jan. 4
- Alice in Wonderland performs Jan. 23-Feb. 15
- Goodnight Moon performs Mar. 21-Apr. 5
- The Hobbit performs May 1-24
Performance Troupes:
Professional Training Programs:
What should I prepare for an audition at NWCT?
The audition is two parts:
- A memorized monologue between 30 seconds and 1 minute long
- One song 16-32 bars long, musical theater style preferred
Where do I find audition materials or help?
- The local library is your best source for audition materials
- The internet is also an excellent source
- NWCT prefers monologues selected from a play rather than from a book of monologues
- Choose a drama or comedy to show off your best abilities
- Audition classes are available through NWCT each Spring Term
- Private coaching sessions are available Spring Term by appointment
Who will be watching my audition?
- Sarah Jane Hardy, NWCT Artistic Director
- Carolyn Newsom, NWCT Education Director, attends and provides piano accompaniment
- Various NWCT program directors (Kids Co NW, KidsPro NW, Interns NW, Teens NW)
- Guest directors and music directors are invited
- Parents, siblings, and friends are not invited to watch the auditions
What do I need to bring to the audition?
- Completed Season Audition Form (found in the Season Audition Packet)
- Industry headshots are accepted. NWCT requires a current photo of any size or color, preferably of your face. A school photo is sufficient.
- A Resume or completed Experience Form (available in the Season Audition Packet)
- Sheet music is strongly encouraged. Failing that, you may bring recorded accompaniment music on CD or sing a cappella.
What and when are callbacks?
- Within two weeks following General Season Auditions you will be notified which shows or programs you are
called back for. Occasionally, a director will call you back for something you did not select on your form.
- NWCT holds callbacks throughout the season. If you are called back for any show or program you will be
notified again closer to the actual date with details for preparation and the opportunity to attend or decline.
- If your contact information changes be sure to update auditions@nwcts.org with your new information.
How will I know if I’m cast in a show, performing troupe or training program?
- During the callbacks or following the final callback round you will be notified either in person or
by telephone, whether or not you are offered a role
What are NWCTs casting policies?
- NWCT appreciates every performer's effort and time.
- NWCT typically hires non-equity actors
- Casting is typically age appropriate.
- Industry headshots in JPG format are appreciated.
- Most main stage roles are paid. All performers receive complimentary tickets to the show
- Rehearsals are typically Sunday through Thursday evenings until Tech Week.
- Calendars for individual productions are distributed at callbacks
- Our production schedule includes School Matinees (daytime performances during the
week) and Public Performances on evenings and weekends. See the detailed schedule
within the Season Audition Packet. Conflicts are considered during casting
- NWCT’s mission is to educate, entertain, and enrich the lives of young audiences. Your
audition experience is an important part of fulfilling that goal. If you have questions about
your audition or casting following your callback, please contact that program’s director.
When are rehearsals and performances?
- The production schedule varies for each show.
The Season Audition Packet contains a
detailed performance calendar. Rehearsals are typically afternoon/evening on Sundays,
and evenings Monday-Thursday until Tech Week (the week before opening). Each show’s
unique production schedule is distributed at the time of callbacks, and conflicts are
considered during casting.
What if I still have a question not answered here?
- Contact Wendy Reznicsek, NWCT Production Manager, at Wendy@nwcts.org or 503-222-2190 x 21.
- NWCT Audition Hotline at 503.222.2190 x 28 is updated throughout the season.
I’m ready to audition!
- Schedule your 2008-09 General Season Audition appointment
- Download the 08-09 Season Audition Packet.
- Print the Audition Forms to complete and bring with you to the audition. Please do not email your form to NWCT.
- Print the applicable Program Descriptions and discuss them with your parents
Information meeting for parents NEW to NWCT!
Tuesday, June 10 at 4 pm in the Theater
Artistic Director Sarah Jane Hardy will have an informational meeting to answer your questions
specifically related to NWCT programs, productions, and policies. If you have a question not answered
in our Season Audition Packet, this meeting is
for you. If you cannot attend the meeting, feel free to contact us at 503-222-2190.
Adult auditions at NWCT
Adults who have performed in a main stage cast during recent years do not need to attend our
08-09 auditions. Please send your letter/email of interest and your current headshot to:
Wendy Reznicsek, Production Manager
Subject line: adult season auditions
auditions@nwcts.org
1819 NW Everett St., Suite 216, Portland, OR 97209
2008-09 General Season Auditions (ages 8+) will be held June 10-14, 2008 by appointment.
Adult performers who are NEW to NWCT should schedule an appointment and prepare the same materials as outlined above.
Some quick items of business:
- NWCT typically hires non-equity actors.
- Casting is typically age appropriate.
- Industry headshots in JPG format are appreciated.
- Most main stage roles are paid. All performers receive complimentary tickets to the show.
- Rehearsals are typically Sunday through Thursday evenings until Tech Week. Calendars for individual productions are distributed at callbacks.
- Our production schedule includes School Matinees (daytime performances during the week) and Public Performances on evenings and weekends.
See the detailed performance schedule within the Season Audition Packet.
- Understudies are occasionally cast depending on a production’s needs. Please indicate on your Audition form
if you need an understudy to cover School Matinees performances because daytime work conflicts. Understudies are not guaranteed.
- Conflicts are considered during casting
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