Audition
Thank you for your time, talent, and interest in auditioning for this ALT production! Please read the information carefully and completely.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL OF THE ACTORS IN THIS PRODUCTION ARE EXPECTED AND REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL REHEARSALS FOR WHICH THEY ARE CALLED AND ALL PERFORMANCES!
What is ALMOST, MAINE about?
Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States. It’s almost in Canada. And it’s not quite a town, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it almost doesn’t exist. One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. This version has been adapted by the playwright for younger performers.
Who may audition?
Actors ages 13 -18 are invited to audition. No previous experience is needed! There are roles for up to 7 males and 7 females.
When are the auditions?
Audition date: Saturday, December 7th, 1.30PM-4PM at Arts Live Theatre, 818 North Sang Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72701. Actors may audition anytime during the audition time. No appointment or previous experience is needed. Arrangements can be made for actors who are unable to attend the December 7th audition date by emailing info@artslivetheatre.com.
What does the audition consist of?
The audition will consist of reading from the script. Auditions will be in person at Arts Live Theatre. Audition materials are available by clicking the above link.
When and where are the performances?
Performances will take place at Arts Live Theatre January 30th-February 2nd.
What is the rehearsal schedule?
On your audition form list ALL of your conflicts during the week and on the weekends from Monday, December 9th, 2024 through January 21st, 2025. Rehearsals will take place in person at Arts Live Theatre. Actors with conflicts January 22nd through February 2nd will be unable to audition. Please list your conflicts from December 9th, 2024 through January 21st, 2025. Please check school activties for conflicts, (sports, band, choir, etc.) and any other extracurricular evening activities, (church, dance, etc.). Conflicts will arise with illness or emergencies. Actors with additional conflicts not listed on the audition sheet outside of illness or emergencies and miss rehearsals may find their role reduced and in extreme cases, actor may need to wait for another opportunity. Rehearsals will typically take place Monday-Thursday evenings starting at 6 or 6.30PM and finished by 8.30PM. There may also be a few Saturday and Sunday afternoon rehearsals scheduled.
Is there a participation fee?
To help with costs associated with production, there is a $185 participation fee for actors cast. A limited number of scholarships are available. Visit artslivetheatre.com for scholarship information.
Questions?
Please direct questions to the director, Jason Suel at jasonsuel@gmail.com.