AUDITION DATES

​CHIP AUDITIONS 
May 14, 2020
6:30p

MS & HS AUDITIONS
May 15, 2020
6:30p

​May 16, 2020
10:00a

​Auditions will be held at:
The Clayton Center
111 E. Second St.
Clayton, NC 27520
PRODUCTION TEAM

​Director
Nikki Dyke

Music Director
Amy King

​Choreographer
Chasta Hamilton
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QUESTIONS?

​Contact Nikki Dyke @
director@carolinayouththeatre.com

General Audition Information

  • Participants must be rising 7th-12th graders. 2020 high school graduates are also eligible to audition.
  • Special Casting Call:  Rising 4th & 5th graders may audition for the role of Chip. See "Chip Audition Information" below for more details.
  • ​Auditions will be held at The Clayton Center.
  • Those auditioning should come to only ONE audition. 
  • Completely fill out the following documents and bring them to the audition:​  AUDITION FORM, CONFLICT CALENDAR, and CYT POLICIES.
  • Registration will open 30 minutes before the audition start time.
  • Audition order will be based on the sign-in sheet. Those who arrive early will be called first.
  • All middle school and high school students will participate in a group dance audition and a private vocal audition.
  • Crew members must be in middle school or high school and will be selected through the audition process. If a student is interested in being considered for crew, he/she must go through the entire audition process.​
  • While not required, the directors suggest that you familiarize yourself with the show before auditioning.

Chip Audition Information

  • Rising 4th & 5th graders may audition for the role of Chip.
  • Auditions for Chip will be held on May 14 at 6:30p.
  • There will NOT be a vocal or dance audition for the role of Chip. Instead, students will be asked to memorize and perform a scene provided by CYT. See the "Downloads" section.
  • Students may also be asked to do a cold reading from the script.
  • ALL​ information provided on this page is applicable to students auditioning for the role of Chip, with the exception of the sections covering the "Dance Audition" and "Private Vocal Audition & Reading".

Dance Audition

  • To begin, all students will participate in a 30 minute group dance audition. Arrive on time and dress comfortably for movement. The entire group will be taught a simple routine that they will then perform in small groups. Prior dance experience is not necessary. 
  • After the group dance audition, students will be called in for a private vocal audition. Order will be determined by the sign-in sheet.

Private Vocal Audition & Reading

  • ​​Students should prepare a song (16-32 bars) that reflects the style of the show and showcases their vocal ability. Singing a song from Beauty and the Beast is acceptable.
  • Students should memorize their song and sing it with piano accompaniment or a track that contains no vocals. A piano accompanist and boombox with CD player and auxiliary input will be provided.
  • Singing a cappella is acceptable if the student feels that he/she can sing confidently and on pitch. However, singing with accompaniment is preferred.
  • At the audition, students will be taught a short selection from Beauty and the Beast that they will be asked to sing in addition to their prepared piece.
  • Students will also be asked to do a cold reading from the script.

Call Backs

  • If a call back is necessary, it will be held Sunday, May 17 at 2:00p. 
  • The call back list will be posted on the website by Saturday, May 16 at 9:00p.
  • A call back does NOT guarantee casting.

Casting & Rehearsal Information

  • The cast list will be posted on the website by Tuesday, May 19 at 9:00p.
  • Due to limitations in cast and crew size and expected audition turnout, not every student will be cast in the show or involved as a crew member.
  • Rehearsals begin in June.  Most rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00a-1:00p.  See the CONFLICT CALENDAR for specific days and times.
  • Beauty and the Beast  will be performed on July 24-25, 30-31 & August 1, 2020.

Participation Fee

  • Cast members are expected to pay a $250 participation fee, payable at the orientation meeting on May 21.
  • Crew members are expected to pay a $50 participation fee, payable at the orientation meeting on May 21.  
  • See the CYT POLICIES form for additional information about the fee.
  • If cost is a concern that would prevent a student from participating, please contact the director to discuss alternatives and scholarship opportunities.

Casting Disclaimer

Carolina Youth Theatre (CYT) desires to include as many students as possible in its productions, however each production has a limited cast and crew size. As interest in CYT continues to grow, the integrity of the program requires that we cast the strongest talent available. Participation in CYT classes or camps does NOT mean a student will be cast in a CYT main stage production. Likewise, prior participation in a CYT production does NOT guarantee a role in the cast or crew. ​​