Footloose Audition Information
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Rehearsal Schedule - Click here for link to Calendar
Beginning May 29, rehearsals will be held on various Monday - Thursday nights between 6pm-10pm and occasional Saturday mornings (all July Saturdays) between 9am-1pm. Rehearsals will be called by scene/character, so not every actor will be called to every rehearsal until a couple of weeks prior to the show. All rehearsals will be held at Truro Anglican Church, 10520 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030. |
Callbacks
Thursday, May 24 from 7pm-10pm Performance Dates: Friday, July 20 at 7:30pm Saturday, July 21 at 2pm and 7:30pm Sunday, July 22 at 3:00pm Wednesday, July 25 at 6:30pm - Sensory Friendly Show Thursday, July 26 at 7:30pm Friday, July 27 at 7:30pm Saturday, July 28 at 2pm and 7:30pm Auditionees must be age 13 or older. Younger actors should check out our exciting Summer Drama Camp "The Wizard of Oz!"
REQUIREMENTS: 16-32 bar cut of musical theatre piece or 80's rock song that shows off your best range and personality. Please do not sing any songs from “Footloose” at the initial audition. Pianist will be provided, please bring clearly marked sheet music with a piano part or chord chart [not just the vocal line]. All auditionees will signup for an hour long slot with a max of 15 participants in which they will complete a singing audition followed by a dance audition. Please dress in appropriate clothing and shoes for the dance audition. |
Manditory dates: Mandatory Cast/Parent Meeting on Tuesday, May 29. July 4 parade (not mandatory), Dress Rehearsals are July 14, 16-19, 25, and performances are July 20-22, 25-29 with strike July 29.
Professionalism
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company and its Artistic staff strive for the highest degree of professionalism throughout the rehearsal and performance process. This includes:
CFTC is committed to keeping costs low to encourage actors to participate in theatre. CFTC charges a $50 fee to each cast member (or family if more than one person is participating in the show), which will cover the cost of the actors' scripts, certain costume pieces and props, and Prevention of Sexual Misconduct Training (adults 18+ see below for more information). This fee is due within two weeks of casting and is not refundable if the actor leaves the show. Scholarships are available to cover the cast fees by speaking with a producer or CFTC Board member.
Actors may be asked to help furnish small costume pieces or personal items. CFTC will make every effort to work within an actor's current wardrobe or to provide costume pieces. If an actor is asked to purchase an item, CFTC will try to keep it affordable.
THINGS THAT CAN COST MONEY
Videography: A professional videographer will make an archival recording of the show. This will be available to order at about $35 per DVD.
T-shirts: Cast t-shirts will be designed, and will cost $15 per shirt. Orders will be taken early in June.
Make-Up: Cast members needing stage makeup for their character are expected to provide their own makeup for the show. For those who do not own stage makeup, Ben Nye Theatrical Make-Up kits cost about $20 - Actors should not share make-up kits. Small toiletry items like bobby pins, hair ties, hairspray etc., will not necessarily be provided by Costumes.
Volunteer Expectations
It takes a great team to put on a show! Parents of children 18 and under will be expected to participate by volunteering various areas, particularly in child wrangling during rehearsals and shows. Cast members who have family members that could volunteer as ushers, in concession sales and with any tech or backstage work would be appreciated. Volunteer hours do not include strike. Strike is mandatory for all cast members, but cast members under the age of 13 should send a parent in their place to help with strike. Cast members will be given a sheet or online signup with volunteer opportunities at first rehearsal on May 29.
Adults (18+) and Parents - Prevention of Sexual Misconduct Training
Cast members, parents and volunteers associated with the show will be required to take an online Prevention of Sexual Misconduct class. Certifications accepted in lieu of the online training include 1) proof of training through Fairfax County Public Schools 2) proof of certification through the Catholic Diocese of Arlington 3) proof of training through Truro Anglican Church. Refusal to comply with this policy by June 15 will result in you and/or your cast members removal from the cast/crew/volunteer team. For those involved in multiple CFTC productions, this training must be renewed every 2 years.
Callbacks
Callbacks - if not given at the audition - will be posted online Wednesday, May 23 by 12 midnight. Please check the website/facebook to see if you have received a callback, and plan to attend callback auditions on Thursday, May 25. If you do not receive a callback, it does NOT mean you have NOT been cast. Additionally, receiving a callback does not guarantee you a role in the show.
Cast List - Audition Results!
The Cast List will be posted on our website by 12noon the SATURDAY after auditions. Check our website (look under the tab “Upcoming Performances”), Facebook, or Twitter!
Professionalism
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company and its Artistic staff strive for the highest degree of professionalism throughout the rehearsal and performance process. This includes:
- The directors beginning and ending rehearsals on time.
- Calling only the actors needed to rehearsal.
- Actors attending rehearsals on time, prepared, and memorized.
- All performers rehearsing on their own time.
- Professional code of conduct between cast members, and with the artistic staff.
CFTC is committed to keeping costs low to encourage actors to participate in theatre. CFTC charges a $50 fee to each cast member (or family if more than one person is participating in the show), which will cover the cost of the actors' scripts, certain costume pieces and props, and Prevention of Sexual Misconduct Training (adults 18+ see below for more information). This fee is due within two weeks of casting and is not refundable if the actor leaves the show. Scholarships are available to cover the cast fees by speaking with a producer or CFTC Board member.
Actors may be asked to help furnish small costume pieces or personal items. CFTC will make every effort to work within an actor's current wardrobe or to provide costume pieces. If an actor is asked to purchase an item, CFTC will try to keep it affordable.
THINGS THAT CAN COST MONEY
Videography: A professional videographer will make an archival recording of the show. This will be available to order at about $35 per DVD.
T-shirts: Cast t-shirts will be designed, and will cost $15 per shirt. Orders will be taken early in June.
Make-Up: Cast members needing stage makeup for their character are expected to provide their own makeup for the show. For those who do not own stage makeup, Ben Nye Theatrical Make-Up kits cost about $20 - Actors should not share make-up kits. Small toiletry items like bobby pins, hair ties, hairspray etc., will not necessarily be provided by Costumes.
Volunteer Expectations
It takes a great team to put on a show! Parents of children 18 and under will be expected to participate by volunteering various areas, particularly in child wrangling during rehearsals and shows. Cast members who have family members that could volunteer as ushers, in concession sales and with any tech or backstage work would be appreciated. Volunteer hours do not include strike. Strike is mandatory for all cast members, but cast members under the age of 13 should send a parent in their place to help with strike. Cast members will be given a sheet or online signup with volunteer opportunities at first rehearsal on May 29.
Adults (18+) and Parents - Prevention of Sexual Misconduct Training
Cast members, parents and volunteers associated with the show will be required to take an online Prevention of Sexual Misconduct class. Certifications accepted in lieu of the online training include 1) proof of training through Fairfax County Public Schools 2) proof of certification through the Catholic Diocese of Arlington 3) proof of training through Truro Anglican Church. Refusal to comply with this policy by June 15 will result in you and/or your cast members removal from the cast/crew/volunteer team. For those involved in multiple CFTC productions, this training must be renewed every 2 years.
Callbacks
Callbacks - if not given at the audition - will be posted online Wednesday, May 23 by 12 midnight. Please check the website/facebook to see if you have received a callback, and plan to attend callback auditions on Thursday, May 25. If you do not receive a callback, it does NOT mean you have NOT been cast. Additionally, receiving a callback does not guarantee you a role in the show.
Cast List - Audition Results!
The Cast List will be posted on our website by 12noon the SATURDAY after auditions. Check our website (look under the tab “Upcoming Performances”), Facebook, or Twitter!