AUDITIONS
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Main Stage Auditions
South Carolina Children's Theatre holds open auditions for each of its five productions at SCCT Headquarters located at 153 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29601. Each audition will be a bit different based on the type of show, the cast needed, and the director's requirements. Therefore, you will need to check the Audition Call for the specific production you are interested in.
Something NEW at SCCT…
You may see some people coming through the auditions without seeming to wait in line. Those auditionees are currently taking SCCT Classes and AS A PERK OF BEING A CURRENTLY ENROLLED SCCT STUDENT they received their audition forms in their classes to fill-out at home. We are holding early audition slots for them, which simply allows them to go right in to the audition without having to wait. If you enroll in future classes you can receive the same perk too.
SCCT’S EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Established in Greenville, SC in 1992, SCCT’s Theatre Arts Conservatory is a year-round program for children ages 3-18. The format includes Intensive Training, Production and Process Classes, and Workshops. Each format offers unique games, activities and challenges.
It is our belief that theatre arts training is like any other form of training, the more you do it, the better you get. Just as a dancer takes class after class of ballet; or a soccer player trains year after year with a team; theatre arts training is most effective when the student is repeatedly exposed to vocabulary, theories, and exercises. At SCCT, we hope to provide a variety of creative opportunities that encourage creative thinking, develop verbal and social skills and bolster self esteem.
Audition Preparation
Are you nervous about auditioning or would you like to be better prepared for the upcoming audition? SCCT offers the opportunity to better hone your auditioning skills with an Audition Prep Workshop.
FAQs about small children & auditions
We are often asked about very young children (pre K) who want to audition. Although we are grateful for the interest and thrilled your child has been "bitten by the theatre bug," we suggest a young child wait until they are a little older to audition for our mainstage shows (hence the posted age limits for audition calls) because the time commitment is so great and can be stressful for a young child. Our standard rehearsal process requires four nights a week from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm and tech week (the final week of rehearsal) requires cast members to be at the Gunter Theatre from 5:00 pm to after 10:00 pm every night. Absenteeism is NOT allowed and very young children are not typically equipped to handle the time commitment without getting sick, bored or GRUMPY and an unhappy child is not a pleasure for anybody. The very young should watch for auditions with our Second Stage which will have more opportunities for youngsters including child friendly rehearsal and performance times.
2010-2011 Mainstage Season Audition Schedule
by Barbara Robinson based on her book
December 3-12 (2 weekends) Director – Betsy Bisson
Audition Dates: Sunday, October 10 or Monday, October 11 at 6:30pm
adaptation by David Wood from Roald Dahl’s classic story
February 4-13 (2 weekends) Director – Kim Granner
Audition Dates: Saturday, November 13 or Sunday, November 14 at 6pm
Music & Lyrics by Matthew Wilder & David Zippel, Stephen Schwartz, Jeanine Tesori & Alexa Junge
Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music & Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle
Book Adapted and Aditional Lyrics by Patricia Cotter
Based on the 1998 Disney film “Mulan” and the story “Fa Mulan” by Robert D. San Souci
April 1-10 (2 weekends) Director – Betsy Bisson
Audition Dates: Tuesday, February 8 or Wednesday, February 9 at 6:30pm
Book & lyrics by Gwen Edwards, Music by Ben Mackel
June 10-19 (2 weekends) Director – Betsy Bisson
Audition Dates: Monday, April 4 or Tuesday, April 5 at 6:30pm
2010-2011 2nd Stage Audition Schedule
Audtitions for the 2010-2011 2nd Stage productions are awaiting final approval. Please check back.
2010-2011 KNOWWAY Audition Schedule
KNOW WAY is an in-school performance-based program that enables SCCT to address difficult issues facing our youth today. At this time we cover two pressing topics: Gang Awareness and Bullying Prevention. Middle school students throughout Greenville County watch a daytime performance that offers a point of reference for an in-class workshop that follows. High School actors have the opportunity to audition for six ensemble roles in the Gang Awareness show and tour to 7th grades throughout Greenville County (Nov 4, 5, 8 & 9) helping to make their peers aware of the growing gang problem.
FALL TOUR AUDITIONS: September 28 or 29-- audition appointments beginning at 6:30pm. You will need to prepare a one-minute serious monologue.
Call 235-2885 ext 17 or email Besty Bisson to schedule an audition time.
Audition Tips
There are some general guidelines and tips that everyone auditioning should always keep in mind.
- Be polite and respectful. Wait for your turn quietly. Your audition begins when you first arrive at SCCT and does not end until you leave the building. An attitude of disrespect in any way can cost you a role in the show. Don't talk, make faces, or laugh at other auditioners, etc. when it is not your turn. How you act matters as much as how well you act.
- Be properly prepared. If a monologue is required, pick one and allow yourself time to learn it well. Find out if audition sides are available in advance. Try to find out the roles that are available - and what the director is looking for. If a song is required, pick some type of show tune that is age-appropriate. Be sure to pick a song in your range. It is more important to pick a song that is right for you, than just to pick a song because it is well known. Work with a teacher at school, a choral director at your church or ask the advice of a vocal coach ahead of time. Always do your homework!
- Dress appropriately. Keep your hair out of your face and hands out of pockets. Wear shoes you can move in.
- Things to bring: Bring head shot or photo to every audition. Bring your schedule so you can check conflicts. Resumes are great as well.
- When it's your turn to audition: Introduce yourself. Project! Articulate! Have a positive attitude! Show us high energy! Don't worry if you make a mistake. Don't be afraid to ask to start over.
- Don't say you can't do something. Try it. Directors want casts who are willing to take chances.
- After the audition: Think about what you have learned. Then forget about "how you did". SO many factors affect casting that it is a waste of time to worry about it. Feel good about yourself. There are MANY people that would not have the courage to audition - and you did! Come back and try again if you don't get cast this time!
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