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AUDITION FOR INTO THE WOODS

The Who, Where and When of Auditioning

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All candidates who want to be considered for the cast of MMT's production of Into the Woods will be required to audition with prepared songs, and a cold reading. Auditions are open to everyone 16 years and older and all roles are open to any ethnicity.

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Auditions are held by appointment June 11 and 12 at the Streetsville United Church located at

274 Queen St S., Mississauga

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  • Audition slots are available by appointment in 8-minute time slots

    • June 11 - 1:00pm - 5:00pm 

    • June 12: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

  • During their audition time slot each candidate will perform up to 2 memorized musical theatre songs and will have the opportunity to perform a short reading from the show.  

What to expect at your Audition

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  • Please arrive 10 minutes before your audition time (with a completed Audition Form if possible) to register and allow yourself time to settle in and review your material.

    • We will be taking a quick photo at time of registration for casting purposes

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  • During your audition slot you will perform a memorized musical theatre song(s) and have the opportunity to perform a short reading from the show.

    • Song Requirements

      • Please prepare 2 contrasting pieces, an uptempo and a ballad, not from Into the Woods that resemble the contemporary musical theatre style of the show. Your selections may be music by Sondheim, or by any of his contemporaries. At the discretion of the Music Director, you may be asked to only sing one of your choices.

        • Each song should not exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. 

        • Musical introductions should be no more than 4 measures. 

      • Please have your sheet music properly mapped/notated with clear instructions/cuts/ segues so that the audition pianist can perform the music as best as possible. 

      • We respectfully ask that you do not accompany yourself nor do you do an unaccompanied audition.

    • Acting Requirements​

      • ​Everyone will have the opportunity to perform a short reading from the show

      • Acting sides will be available for you to review at registration or you can view them HERE

      • No memorization is necessary. 

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Call Back Information: June 19th, 2023

 

  • Successful candidates for Principal roles will be notified Saturday evening, June 17 by email 

    • Please ensure you list an accurate email address on your audition form!

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  • At the Call Back Audition

    • Each candidate will perform a selected song from the show which will be reviewed at the callback.

      • Vocal selections from the show will be included in the email and are available HERE

    • Each candidate will participate in a selection of short scenes from the show

      • ​Acting sides will be available at the callback or you can view them HERE. Memorization is NOT necessary.

 

*Note:  Some roles may not require a callback, and are at the discretion of the Directorial Team

  • If you are offered a role you must become a member of Meadowvale Music Theatre and pay a membership fee

    • $40.00 single or $60.00 family

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  • We require a firm commitment to the rehearsal schedule

    • Please list in detail any conflicts you are currently aware of on your audition form

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  • We ask that every cast member assist us with other areas of the production. 

    • Please indicate on your audition form the areas of interest to you or your family members

Rehearsals 

Rehearsals will commence in mid October and continue until performance time. There will be a break in rehearsals over the holidays. 

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Rehearsals are held at Streetsville United Church 

274 Queen St S., Mississauga

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  • Tuesdays – 7:30 – 10:30PM

  • Fridays – 7:00 – 10:00PM

  • Sundays – 1:00 – 5:00PM  

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I'VE BEEN CAST IN THE SHOW!... SO NOW WHAT?

OUR PRODUCTION

The Into the Woods Team!

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MMT is thrilled to be working with our incredible team for this season's production. 

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Artistic Director: Craig Marshall

Music Director: Michael Grieco

Choreographer: Cathy Smith

Producer: Donnie Morris

Stage Manager: Wendy Guest

Performances​

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Our production is part of the Encore Series and will hit the Meadowvale Theatre stage in 2024! 

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Evening Shows (8:00pm) Feb. 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 2023

Matinees (2:00pm) Feb. 4, 10, 11, 2023

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SIGN UP FOR YOUR AUDITION

To book your audition simply select an 8-minute time slot from the available times below and fill out the Audition Sign-up Form.

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We will use this information to contact you about call backs and casting choices following the auditions so PLEASE make sure to use the best phone number and email to reach you at. 

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You will receive a confirmation email ​after your Audition is booked. If you need to change or cancel your audition, PLEASE update your appointment from the link in your confirmation email.

 

If you have any difficulties booking your audition please reach out to us at meadowvalemusictheatre@gmail.com

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