INTO THE WOODS AUDITIONS

There is a LOT of information in this packet, and even more to come after auditions. Please take the time to read through this and to ask questions if you have any. Please contact Megan Wean Sears (Producer) @ drama@epiphanydayton.org.  

On behalf of the Epiphany Players Drama Ministry, we would like to welcome you to our 33rd summer musical!  This year, we are proud to present Into the Woods. 

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for this year’s production.  At Epiphany, we use our summer musicals to pursue the following ministry goals:

1. To reach out to our surrounding community in a unique way.

2. To provide a special opportunity for Christian fellowship, as well as relationship-building among participants, whether they are members of Epiphany’s community of faith, or guest artists from the community.

3. To provide families a unique opportunity to creatively spend time together.

4. To offer a ministry that connects generations and families.

5. To use popular culture to foster creative ways for the Gospel to be proclaimed.

6. To celebrate God’s gifts of music and drama by sharing our talents with others.

To those ends, we welcome both the Epiphany Lutheran Church community and guests of all ages and other denominations to become involved in all aspects of our musical production.  Together, we will help honor Epiphany’s mission: “To love Jesus by serving others.”

We encourage an atmosphere of Christian love, respect, and caring to support each other so that the best possible results can be achieved.  We strive for excellence by using the gifts that God has given us and allowing the directors to develop skills and talents.

Please read through the rest of this packet for additional information on this year’s production of Into the Woods.

Peace,

Julie Reuning-Scherer, Senior Pastor 

IMPORTANT DATES:  Please mark your calendars now. Additional dates will be provided at the cast meeting. All locations are at Epiphany Lutheran Church (Far Hills location).

Auditions: Friday, April 26 from 6:00-8:15pm and Saturday, April 27 from 1:00-3:15pm

Callbacks: Monday, April 29 from 5:30-9:30

Mandatory Cast Meeting (with a Parent if under 18): Wednesday, May 29 (5:30-6:30) followed by rehearsal 6:30-10:00.

Rehearsals:  May 29 - July 2 (we are dark on Sundays and Mondays except for tech week)

Set Build: Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 (additional slots TBD)

Tech Week: July 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Performances: July 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 (we will have a double on July 13)

Mandatory Strike: Sunday, July 14

AUDITIONS: Auditions will take place at Epiphany Lutheran Church (choir room - lower level of the church- look for signs posted) on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27.  EVERYONE will need to dance. (Make sure you bring clothes you can move in for the dance portion, and something else for auditions) Please see below for the dance video so you are prepared for auditions.  Notice you can pick which dance combination to learn.

WHO: Actors of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, ages, and abilities are encouraged to audition.  Children must be completing first grade and at least seven years old to audition.

HOW DO I AUDITION:  Sign up on this google form.

WHAT IF I WANT TO SUBMIT A VIDEO: Film your audition videos as you'd like, and please make sure you state your name at the beginning of the video(s).  Please upload your videos to YouTube privately, and send the links to epiphanyplayersdramaministry@gmail.com.

WHAT TO PREPARE: For vocal auditions for INTO THE WOODS, please prepare either:

1. 32-bars (approx. 1-minute) of a Stephen Sondheim or Sondheim-similar selection. Shows to consider might include Assassins, Company, Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, A Little Night Music, or Sunday in the Park with George.  Other examples could be West Side Story, Moulin Rouge or shows with similar story lines.

2. Choose from the pre-approved selections from INTO THE WOODS provided by Epiphany Players Drama Ministry. (“Hello, Little Girl” measures 41-55 (men) or “Stay With Me” measures. 29-50 (women))

*Music will be attached at the end of this sign up form*

In either case, you MUST provide sheet music in the correct key with complete piano accompaniment properly marked and bound in a binder for the audition accompanist.

NO a capella singing or singing to recordings is permitted.

DANCE AUDITIONS:  Everyone will need to dance at auditions (or send in a video if submitting online). We will not spend time “teaching” the dance at auditions. Note there are TWO different combinations- please pick the one that best represents your dance ability.

Audition Dance Video #1: https://youtu.be/WSTnY3fCvf4 (more difficult)

Audition Dance Video #2: https://youtu.be/CXVNt-ex7gc (less difficult)

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO “LIST ALL CONFLICTS”:  As this production will encompass many people and areas of development, we ask that you prioritize your time to be at all scheduled rehearsals as provided to you. We ask that you list any conflict that you might potentially have prior to auditions so that casting can be done based on how much you might miss.  Please include the day AND the time.  We ask that there be no conflicts after July 1. (Please note that large conflicts will most likely not be possible.  Some MAY be considered at the director's discretion.  Please reach out to the director if you have questions regarding conflicts.)

CALLBACKS: Callbacks are in the Unfinished Space of the church (Lower Level) on Monday, April 29 from 5:30-9:30.  You will receive an email with any sides (sheet music or scenes) after your audition if we would like to see you for callbacks.  If you are not called back, it does NOT mean you aren’t cast.

WHAT TO PREPARE FOR CALLBACKS:  Sheet music/scenes will be provided to you digitally. Please print and bring with you.  If you cannot print, a computer or a phone works as well.  Memorization is fine, but not required.  An accompanist will be provided.  

WHEN IS THE CAST LIST POSTED:  The cast list will be emailed to all who auditioned a couple weeks after auditions.

MANDATORY CAST MEETING (with a parent if under 18):  There will be a mandatory cast meeting in the Far Hills Sanctuary at Epiphany Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 29 from 5:30-6:30.  Please note that this meeting will be followed by rehearsal from 6:30-10:00.

WHAT IS INTO THE WOODS ABOUT?

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic.  The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk.  When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse.  Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

WHO ARE THE CHARACTERS? 

**Epiphany Players reserves the right to single or double cast roles, at the discretions of the directing staff.**

Narrator: An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience (Vocal Range Top: E4 and Bottom: G2)

Cinderella: A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. (Vocal Range Top: G5 and Bottom: G3)

Jack: The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.'  He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.(Vocal Range Top: G4 and Bottom: B2)

Jack's Mother: Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.(Vocal Range Top: Gb5 and Bottom: Bb3)

The Baker: A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family.  He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness, but refuses to let others fight his battles.(Vocal Range Top: G4 and Bottom: Ab2)

The Baker's Wife: Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother.  She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors. (Vocal Range Top: G5 and Bottom: F3)

Cinderella's Stepmother: The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella. (Vocal Range Top: F#5 and Bottom: A3)

Florinda and Lucinda: Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart.  They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella. (Vocal Range Top: Ab5 and Bottom: C4)

Little Red Ridinghood: A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-wited, fearless, yet youthful and naive. (Vocal Range Top: F5 and Bottom: Bb3)

The Witch: Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive. (Vocal Range Top: G5 and Bottom: F3)

Cinderella's Mother: Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. (Vocal Range Top: F4 and Bottom: E4)

Mysterious Man: A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler.  He is a good-natured protector and observer.(Vocal Range Top: Eb4 and Bottom: G2)

Wolf: Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.(Vocal Range Top: Gb4 and Bottom: Bb2)

Rapunzel: A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely.  She yearns to experience the world. (Vocal Range Top: A5 and Bottom: B3)

Cinderella's Prince: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. (Vocal Range Top: F4 and Bottom: B2)

Rapunzel's Prince: Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor. (Vocal Range Top: E4 and Bottom: C#3)

Milky White: A cow that’s seen better days but is best friends with Jack.

The Steward: A man servant who is used to doing whatever he has to solve a problem. His only care is to please his master or the strongest personality in the room.

Granny: This is a woman who has been calloused by life. The fire in her eyes is only out shined by the love in her heart for her granddaughter.

Cinderella’s Father: Out of touch with his family but harmless and well-meaning. No solo singing

Giant: Voiceover. The Giant's wife is an angry and vengeful 'monster.' She is seeking restitution for her loss.

Company: Various

PARTICIPATION FEE: Each cast member will be charged $55, which helps offset production costs, background checks, and includes your show t-shirt.  An additional $30 script deposit will be collected at the cast meeting for each actor who is assigned a bound script.  You will be told if this applies to your prior to the cast meeting.  At the end of the production, all bound scripts must be fully erased and returned.  If they are not returned the way you received the, we will keep the deposit.

MANDATORY WORK DAYS:  “Set Build” is mandatory for all cast members and parents for children under 18.  More details will be given at the cast meeting.  Currently, we have set build scheduled on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2.  There will be more dates added as we need them, details to follow.

Set Strike (Sunday, July 14) is mandatory for all cast members and parents for children under 18. Strike occurs immediately after the last show. 

Everyone involved in this production must be willing to help and share your gifts both onstage and off, as it will take all of us to make this production a success.

BACKGROUND CHECKS: Epiphany is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for everyone who participates in ministries, activities, and events sponsored by our church.  Epiphany runs background checks on all volunteers and cast members over the age of 18.  The church will pay for these background checks, but donations are always much appreciated!  These donations will help offset the church’s cost of the background checks.

REHEARSALS:  Rehearsals will take place Tuesday-Saturday with Sundays and Mondays off until tech.  Rehearsals are typically 6:00-10:00 Tuesday-Friday and 10:00-4:00 on Saturday.  You will receive your rehearsal schedule at the cast meeting.  Please understand that ALL REHEARSALS are CLOSED.  This means family or friends are NOT allowed to stay and watch rehearsal.  This allows cast members and production staff to work without distractions.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS: Please contact Megan Wean Sears (Producer) @ drama@epiphanydayton.org.


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Pronouns 
Parent Name(s) (If under 18) 
Your Email  *
Your Phone Number *
Parent Phone Number(s) (Please include parent name before the number) (only required if under 18) 
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Role(s) you're interested in? (Feel free to include anything specific you want us to know)  *
Will you accept any role? *
Will you accept an understudy or doubled role? *
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If you take voice privately, who do you study with?
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If you have dance training, describe your experience. 

What are you singing for your audition piece? (no a cappella- you must have sheet music for the pianist IN A BINDER unless you are singing one of the given audition cuts by the director)

WHAT TO PREPARE: For vocal auditions for INTO THE WOODS, please prepare either:

1. 32-bars (approx. 1-minute) of a Stephen Sondheim or Sondheim-similar selection. Shows consider might include Assassins, Company, Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, A Little Night Music or Sunday in the Park with George.  Other examples could be West Side Story, Moulin Rouge or shows with similar story lines.

2. Choose from the pre-approved selections from INTO THE WOODS provided by Epiphany Players Drama Ministry.

(“Hello, Little Girl” measures. 41-55 (Men) or “Stay With Me” measures. 29-50)

 In either case, you MUST provide sheet music with complete piano accompaniment properly marked and bound in a binder for the audition accompanist.

NO a capella singing or singing to recordings is permitted. 

*if sending in a video you are welcome to record with a track- you do NOT need a live accompanist*

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Please list any and all theatre experience OR indicate that you are bringing a resume to auditions 
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Please select the day and time for your audition.  If you are not able to attend in person, please select video submission.  (note that your video submission - singing and dance- must be received by Saturday, April 27th by 3:15 to drama@epiphanydayton.org) 

*Room 16 in the lower level will be available to you for warming up and reviewing the dance.*

**Please note that the Friday time slot from 6:00-7:15 and the Saturday time slot from 1:00-2:15 is FULL**
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Please list any AND all potential conflicts from May 29 - July 14  by CLICKING on the rehearsal days you are NOT able to attend. As this production will encompass many people and areas of development, we ask that you prioritize your time to be at all scheduled rehearsals as provided to you.  We ask that there be no conflicts after July 1.  Conflicts may play a role in casting decisions.

Please use the "Other" option at the bottom of the date list to explain any details of conflicts.  For example, if you are able to be at part of the day's rehearsal, please note that.

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AUDITION CONTRACT

Please make sure you read over the audition packet carefully! 

By clicking YES, this indicates that you (AND your parent(s) if under 18) are aware of all responsibilities of participating in the musical.

I have read all the audition and show information and I understand my expectations including but not limited to - every cast member and their family assist with the construction of our set as well as our set strike.   

I understand that I will need to fill out the PARENTAL CONSENT & LIABILITY RELEASE FORM online (for those under 18) https://www.epiphanydayton.org/parental-consent/ 

OR the CONSENT & LIABILITY RELEASE FORM online (for adults) https://www.epiphanydayton.org/adult-liability/ BEFORE I audition.

I also understand that if I am cast and I am over 18 I will need to get a background check (done online and paid by the church) as well as acknowledge the child safety handbook.

More information will be given at the cast meeting. 

I understand that if cast, I must attend the mandatory cast meeting with a parent (if necessary) scheduled for Wednesday, May 29th from 5:30-6:30.

***Please take the time to watch and learn the audition dance combination before your audition.  Note there are TWO different combinations- please pick the one that best represents your dance ability***

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