performances July 30 – August 2

DARE TO DREAM jr

SPONSORED BY: Vernal’s TaVaci School of Performing Arts

MUSICAL – Ages 8 to 16 are invited to audition for our annual JR show!

Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. is a 60-minute musical revue that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.

Designed specifically for today’s young performers and full of opportunities, Dare to Dream JR. turns a century of Disney magic into a theatrical celebration of music, creativity, and the dreams that live inside us all.

Approximate duration: 60 minutes 

PRODUCTION TEAM

Director – Nashelle Jackson
Music Director – Karilynne Pearson
Choreographer – Megan Pearson
Costumes – Ashley Slaugh

AUDITION PREP

We are so excited for “Dare to Dream JR” this summer! 

A couple things for you to know about:

– Ages 8-13 are invited to participate in our Youth Audition Workshop on Date TBA.
This workshop will be the perfect opportunity to learn about auditions. We will talk about the audition form, what to wear, who you will see, how to choose a song, and what to expect from cold reads and a dance audition. This is a great chance to get all audition questions answered so you can feel your best at your next audition. 
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Dare to Dream JR Audition Information

AUDITION INFORMATION
Auditions will be held Monday, July 7th from 6pm to 8pm. Callbacks will follow at 8:30pm.
Auditioners must be between the ages of 8 and 16 on the day of auditions.

 

A few things to note:

  • Audition songs must be kept to 60 seconds or less. Time limit will be enforced.
  • You must bring your own accompanist or a track (no backup vocals) to sing along with.
  • Bring the completely filled out audition form with rehearsal calendar & cast rules contract to your audition. Be clear on your conflicts. Any conflicts reported after casting may result in a change of role. Auditioners will not be cast if there are more than TWO missed rehearsals on their audition form.
  • Performances are July 30 through August 2.


AUDITION NOTICES​

Coming soon!

 

AUDITION TIPS FOR YOUTH​

1. Confidence. It sounds simple but it takes practice. Walk in the door with your held head high. Be wary of shuffling feet. Do NOT apologize if you’re nervous, not feeling well, or having a bad day. Leave it outside the door. You are being sized up the minute you walk in, so practice good posture and body language before you arrive. And don’t forget to smile – that’s the lasting impression you want to leave.

2. Connection. Make one with the character you’re portraying. Be memorized on your audition material.

3. Find your spot. Wherever it is, there’s usually an X on the floor, done with tape. Find it and go stand there to start, but don’t stay rooted to that X. Remember, the space is yours for two whole minutes. So feel free to move around.

4. Act. Acting means TO DO, not to talk. Find your actions and play them! (A wonderful resource is the book “Actions: The Actor’s Thesaurus” by Marina Caldarone & Maggie Lloyd-Williams.) Think about opposites that can be shown. Yelling isn’t the only way to show hatred or anger. Sometimes being quiet as you make your point is a powerful display of emotion. Playing opposites is a much more interesting choice than the obvious. And remember to show variety. Feel the levels and dynamic in the scene.

5. Stick to the time limit. You get 60 seconds starting from the first note. And 60 seconds is plenty. So as to be respectful of everyone’s time, cut down your song. Rehearse with a stopwatch to measure how long it is. Then when you get to the audition, you won’t be rushed. And if they cut you off, don’t take it personally. It doesn’t mean you’re bad, it means they need to give everyone else time to show too. This is a great way to show consideration for the production team and other auditioners, and show that you can follow instructions which is essential in the theater.

6. Do not reach out to the production team personally. Auditions are nerve-wracking and a lot of work – both for auditioners and the production team. Do not reach out to any member of the production team about auditions in any way – even if they are your friend. If you have questions, contact the theatre.