Hemet High Performing Arts Present

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s

Cinderella (Broadway Version) October 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2017

Please carefully read all of the following information!

Thank you for choosing to audition for Hemet High’s production of

Cinderella. Being a part of this production will be a great experience-

but it is also a serious time commitment!

The general rehearsal schedule will be Monday through Friday beginning August 21st, starting at

3:00pm and lasting until 5:00pm. There may be occasional Saturday rehearsals as well. Rehearsals

*should* not go past 5:00pm, except for the week of dress rehearsals beginning October 18th.

You must completely fill out your audition sheet prior to your audition (available in the

theatre

PREPARE for your vocal audition by knowing the music and warming up vocally

If you are late, you may forfeit your chance to audition

To be in the show, you MUST audition. If you would like to work on a backstage crew, fill out a

GREEN technician form available in the theatre.

Audition Schedule

Thursday, August 11th 3:00pm-5:00pm Dance Workshop

Friday, August 12th 3:00pm-5:00pm Dance Workshop

Monday, August 14th 3:00pm-5:00pm Vocal Auditions & Dance Makeups

Tuesday, August 15th 3:00pm-5:00pm Vocal Makeups & Acting Auditions

Wednesday, August 16th 3:00pm-5:00pm Callbacks

Thursday, August 17th Cast and Crew list posted after school

Audition tracks and sheet music can be found on the Theatre Events Page at

Hemethigh.com

Show Synopsis

Cinderella (Broadway Version) The story concerns a young woman forced into a life of servitude by her

cruel stepmother, who dreams of a better life. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella is transformed

into an elegant young lady and is able to attend the ball to meet her Prince, but, in this version, she must open

the Prince Topher's eyes to the injustice in his kingdom. The Prince's parents have died, leaving the kingdom

in the hands of a villainous prime minister, who has been the Prince's mentor and has duped his young charge

into approving oppressive legislation. The rebel Jean-Michel, a new character, and stepsister Gabrielle are in

love, and the two seek to overthrow the government. The score includes the best-known songs from the

original version and features four songs from the Rodgers and Hammerstein catalogue.

Students are encouraged to DO YOUR RESEARCH! Watch the movie, or find clips on YouTube

Principle Cast of Characters

Ella – Charismatic, opinionated and funny. Ella sees the good in everyone despite her hardships and suffering

from her Stepmother and stepsisters. We see her blossom into a confident woman.

Topher – A misguided and lost prince who longs to do something important with his life. Though brave and

heroic, he feels lonely and unfulfilled. Charming, but NOT a stereotypical ladies man, he is moral, genuine, and

kindhearted.

Madame – Ella’s wicked Stepmother. The epitome of vanity and fashion. A schemer who values wealth, status,

and material possessions above all else. Unapologetically dismissive and sometimes cruel.

Sebastian – Topher’s Prime Minister who is secretly conspiring with Madame to find a bride for Topher. He

believes he should rule the kingdom

Marie – The local beggar, also, Ella’s Fairy Godmother! Wise, warm, otherworldly, and charming

Gabrielle – Ella’s Stepsister. Gabrielle has been encouraged all her life to Quietly passionate, empathetic, and

witty.

Charlotte – Stepsister. Brash, obnoxious, self-centered, LOUD, and bratty. She never passes up the

opportunity to be the center of attention

Jean-Michel – A feisty, passionate peasant determined to make a difference for the working class. Has a crush

on Gabrielle, but isn’t allowed to date because of his social class.

Lord Pinkleton – Sebastian’s right hand-man. Announces royal balls, banquets, and even the weather.

Knights, Peasants, Serfs, Townspeople, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Court, Giant, Servants, etc.

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The Dance Workshop/Auditions will take place on August 11th and 12th, from 3:00pm-5:00pm,

and conclude on August 14th. Please bring comfortable shoes and clothes. For the workshop, a

routine/combination will be taught. All those auditioning should attend the dance workshop!

Auditioning students are required to:

1. Prepare with the appropriate auditions materials, as explained below.

2. Bring the Audition Sheet to the audition completely filled out (as best you can). Read the

character descriptions and on your audition sheet list your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice for a role.

3. Provide conflicts on the audition sheet, listing all potential conflicts and prior commitments.

YES, ALL PERFORMERS WILL DANCE AND SING—TRUST US, IT’S FUN!

VOCAL AUDITIONS and MUSIC

The Vocal Auditions will take place August 14th and 15th. All students will us the segment of music

for “TEN MINUTES AGO”. All singers called back for lead roles will sing the song for their gender

from the list below. We will pull lead role callbacks from this initial song.

WOMEN - ‘IN MY OWN LITTLE CORNER’

MEN - ‘NOW IS THE TIME’

Look for General #1 and General #2 audition tracks to practice

Callbacks will include these lead numbers, as well as other songs from the show. Take the time to get familiar with the play before auditions! THIS CANNOT BE STRESSED ENOUGH, FOLKS! If you want a good part—BE PREPARED!

Callback songs you may be asked to sing:

Impossible (Ella, Marie), He was Tall (Ella), A Lovely Night (Ella, Madame, Gabrielle, Charlotte), Loneliness of the Evening (Ella, Topher), Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful (Ella, Topher), There is Music in You (Marie), Me, Who Am I? (Topher), Ten Minutes Ago (Topher), The Prince is Giving a Ball (Lord Pinkleton), Stepsister’s Lament (Charlotte)

CALLBACK SONGS WILL BE AVAILABLE DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (Psst.... Check YouTube)

Acting Auditions will begin August 15th, continuing the 16th if needed, and will be used to fill out the

featured characters in the play. Script will be provided for cold readings in small groups. Be prepared

to give us everything you’ve got! We may see something in your reading that will work for a

character different than the one you are reading for.

Production Team:

Director, Bret Cherland – bcherland@hemetusd.org Technical Director, Daniel West – dwest@hemetusd.org Choreographer – Emily West Vocal Director – Angela Anderson Band Director – Dan Boulton

Bottom line: Find the music for the audition songs. Listen and practice singing. Ask a friend to listen to you sing—PREPARE. Come to the dance workshop, fill out the audition sheet, and get ready to have fun!

The musical is an opportunity to be a part of something BIG! We are very excited to work with each of you. Do not hesitate to contact the production team if you have any questions. Thank you!

Audition Information Sheet

Student ID#_________ email_____________________________ Name_________________________________Phone______________________Grade____ Address_______________________________City________________________Zip_______ Hair Color ____________________ Eye Color _______________________ Height________ Roles desired

1. 2. 3.

Would you accept any part offered?________________________________________________ Previous show experience: Show Part played Where

Vocal Range/Section: _________________________________________________________ Are you aware of the rehearsal schedule and all of the after school, evenings and weekends that you must be at the theatre? _____________ Are there any restrictions that the director should be aware of? (Physical, religious, etc.) ____________________________________________________________________________ Do you work? _____ Days and time________________________________________________ Is this a flexible schedule? _______ AP student? Circle yes or no. Do you have extra-curricular activities (besides theatre) after school, weekends, evenings? ________________________________________________________________________________ Would you like to be on a backstage technical crew if you do not get a part in the show? _____ What crews would you like to be considered for?

Important

I understand that if I receive a position in the production, I will be enrolled in the seventh period theatre workshop class, and I am obligated to attend all rehearsal days and performances and participate in all show related activities, except in case of illness or family emergency. Furthermore, I understand that this is a large commitment, which will take extra time and energy. If my schedule and family commitments interfere with these responsibilities, the director may replace me.

Signed____________________________________________________Date_______________

Hemet High Theatre Presents

ALL MEN and WOMEN – General Audition Excerpt #1 – TEN MINUTES AGO

All Students will sing two excerpts at auditions.

Excerpts do not need to be memorized, but you are

encouraged to do so.

WOMEN

#1 – Ten Minutes Ago

#2 – In My Own Little Corner

MEN

#1 – Ten Minutes Ago

#2 – Now is the Time