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MINI POPs
8-12yr

Auditions:

WEDNESDAY CAST -

Auditions: January 29th, 5:30pm-8:15pm

Callbacks: February 5th, 5:30pm-8:15pm

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THURSDAY CAST -

Auditions: January 30th, 4:00pm-6:45pm

Callbacks: February 6th, 4:00pm-6:45pm

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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:

Wednesday Cast: January 29th, 5:30pm-6:30pm

Thursday Cast, January 30th, 4:00pm-5:00pm

Meeting will be filmed for those that can't attend.

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Location:

2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90254

WHAT TO BRING & WEAR:

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Bring a water bottle and light snack. Please no peanuts or peanut butter snacks.

  • 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:

  • We would like you to sing a song from the choices below.

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  • Choose one song from the selection we have provided in the Dropbox link below. 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 a button below, and within each folder you will find:

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  • Guide Vocals 

  • An Instrumental Track 

  • Lyric Sheet

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You are going to do great! We cannot wait to watch you dance and hear you sing!​​​​​

Lead Female Audition Cut (Belting Mix Voices)

Lead Male Audition Cut

Supporting Female Audition Cut

All Other Supporting Roles & Ensemble

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!

First up…Choreography! A short combination from the show will be taught in one room and then we will ask for groups of 3-5 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. Call backs will happen the following week during rehearsal time. Everyone will have an opportunity to sing and act during callbacks.

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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

Auditions:

Due to MB Mid-Winter Break, we have two audition weekends and callbacks to accommodate schedules.

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Saturday, February 8 (1:00pm - 5:00pm)

Saturday, February 15 (1:00pm - 5:00pm)

 

Callbacks:

Sunday, February 9 (1:00pm - 6:00pm)*

Sunday, February 16 (1:00pm - 6:00pm)*

*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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MANDATORY PARENT MEETING:

Saturday, February 15 (1:00pm - 2:00pm) at the POPs Studio

Meeting will be filmed for those that can't attend.

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Location:

2010 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90254

WHAT TO BRING & WEAR:

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Vocal Audition Attire: It is common practice to change into a nicer outfit or one that speaks to the show's theme for singing auditions depending upon the type of show. However, please do not wear costumes.

  • Bring a water bottle and light snack. Please no peanuts or peanut butter snacks.​

  • 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:

Option 1:

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  • Prepare two contrasting songs* of your choice in the style of the show of POP. Please create a 32 bar or 1 minute cut of each song that showcases your voice and storytelling ability. Please know, you may or may not be asked to sing your second song.

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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.​

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Option 2:

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  • Choose one song from the list of songs below from Legally Blonde, and have a second contrasting song of your choice prepared.

  • If choosing a song from our provided options, choose a song that you can sing that is in your vocal range and that speaks to you the most. 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. 

 

DROPBOX INFO:

To help you practice, click on a button below, and within each folder you will find:

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  • Guide Vocals 

  • An Instrumental Track 

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You are going to do great! We cannot wait to watch you dance and hear you sing!​

Lead Female Audition Cut (Belting Mix Voices)

Lead Male Audition Cut

Supporting Female Audition Cut

Additional Supporting Female Audition Cut

All Other Supporting Roles & Ensemble

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. Choreography is taught in one room and then we will ask for groups of 3-5 to audition. Others can practice in other rooms while groups are waiting to be called. Once your group goes you will have time to change into your vocal audition outfit in any of the other two bathrooms. Once you sing you are released for the day. Call backs are emailed to those that get a call back Saturday evening. 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:
Don't  talk while learning choreography! Wait until the choreographer asks if  anyone has questions on the steps. Go over your routine while waiting to  audition. Relax- 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!

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Audition Tips for Vocals:
1) Show off Your Voice. Pick something that compliments not only your singing ability but also the character you are wanting to portray.

 

2) Choose  a section of the song that can tell use a bit of your character’s story. Vocal auditions are not just about singing – you need to act too!

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3) Make sure your music is in the correct key!!!​​

 

We can't wait to see all your talent!

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