Congratulations to the cast and crew
​of CYT's summer benefit concert!

COVID-19 UPDATE: SUMMER ISN’T CANCELED, but it is going to be different! Due to uncertainty around the phased reopening of North Carolina, and its impact on our production timeline, CYT will not be able to stage Beauty and the Beast as planned. Instead, we’ll present a benefit concert at the end of July. The concert will consist of solos and group numbers and will include selections from The Greatest Showman, Dear Evan Hansen, Hairspray, and many other favorites.
CYT BENEFIT CONCERT AUDITIONS

Video Submissions Due:
​May 19, 2020
​5:00p
PRODUCTION TEAM

​Director
Nikki Dyke

Music Directors
Amy King
Ann Meigs
ADDITIONAL INFO
QUESTIONS?

​Contact Nikki Dyke @
director@carolinayouththeatre.com

General Audition Information

  • ELIGIBILITY: Participants must be rising 7th-12th graders. 2020 high school graduates are also eligible to audition.
  • DUE DATE: Auditions are by video submission and are due May 19, 2020 at 5:00p.
  • GOOGLE: In order to fill out the online audition form and upload a video, students must login to their Google account.
  • CONFLICT CALENDAR: When filling out the online audition form, students will be asked to identify potential rehearsal conflicts. Review the conflict calendar HERE.
  • CYT POLICIES: When filling out the online audition form, students and parents will be asked to confirm that they have read and understand CYT's policies. Review them HERE.
  • CREW: If a student is interested in being considered for crew, he/she must submit an audition video.

Video Submission Guidelines

  • ​​Students should prepare a show tune that showcases their vocal ability.
  • Videos should be 60-90 seconds in length.
  • The video should be well-lit and focused on the student's face and upper torso.
  • Students should clearly state their first and last name at the beginning of the video.
  • Students should memorize their song and sing it with piano accompaniment or a track that contains no vocals.
  • Singing a cappella is acceptable if the student feels that he/she can sing confidently and on pitch. However, singing with accompaniment is preferred.
  • ​The audio quality should be clear and the vocals and accompaniment balanced.

Casting & Rehearsal Information

  • The cast list will be posted on the website by Friday, May 22 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 July. Most rehearsals are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00a-12:00p. See the CONFLICT CALENDAR for specific days and times.​

Participation Fee

  • Cast members are expected to pay a $50 participation fee.
  • Crew members are expected to pay a $25 participation fee.  
  • 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. ​​