Audition for Our Summer Musicals

SPOTLIGHT SERIES 

Bring it On: The Musical  |  Rising 6th-Graduating Seniors 

Performances: July 24-26
Directed by Allison Beckett
Music Direction by Heidi Taylor
Choreographed by Cory Willis

SUMMERSTARZ TOUR 

The Wiz TYA  |  Rising 4th – Rising 10th 

Performances: TBD
Directed by Desiree Dabney
Music Direction by Anthony Cosby
Choreographed by Christine Wyatt

Audition Dates & Times*:

Thursday, April 2, 4 :30pm-5 :30pm OR 5:30pm-6 :30pm
Saturday, April 4, 10am-11am, 11am-12pm, OR 12pm-1pm

*students must sign up for a 1-hour time block

LOCATION : SPARC (2016 North Hamilton Street)

To Audition
We ask that you prepare one of the provided monologue (see button below) for your audition. Students must register for an audition appointment. Audition appointments rotate on an hourly basis. The e-mail address submitted at registration will be used to contact parents with callback and casting information.

*If you are unavailable on these dates but would still like to audition, please contact Production Coordinator, Amy Almond aalmond@sparcrichmond.org.      

Audition for Our Summer Play

STUDIO SERIES 

Twelve Angry Jurors  |  Rising 8th-Graduating Seniors

Performances: August 7 & 8
Directed by Robin Harris

Auditions:
Thursday, April 2 from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Saturday, April 4 from 1:30pm-3:30pm

LOCATION SPARC (2016 North Hamilton Street)

To audition, students must register for an individual audition appointment. (The e-mail address submitted at registration will be used to contact parents with callback and casting information.) 

*If you are unavailable on these dates but would still like to audition, please contact Production Coordinator, Amy Almond aalmond@sparcrichmond.org.       

SPARC’s 19/20 Season

SPOTLIGHT SERIES

SPARC’s Spotlight Series productions, including both musicals and plays, feature larger casts, with rehearsals and performances focused on the full staging of the scripted material. With the magic and prestige of scenery, costumes, audio, and lighting, Spotlight Series productions build students’ experience with fully produced shows in both featured and ensemble roles. For grades 6 through 12.

2019-2020 Spotlight Series Shows:
October 31 – November 24, 2019: Little Shop of Horrors 
March 20 – 29, 2020: The Robber Bridegroom
July 24 – 26, 2020: Bring it On

STUDIO SERIES

The Studio Series, designed to focus on shows with smaller casts, allows each student an opportunity to perform in one or more featured roles in a full length production.  Throughout the rehearsal process students engage in dramaturgical research, in depth text and character analysis, and explore more challenging and individual acting and vocal techniques. Their semester of work culminates in an intimate acting studio style performance with minimal technical elements in order to retain focus on the student performances.
For grades 8 through 12.

2019-2020 Studio Series Shows:
December 4 – 8, 2019: She Loves Me
February 26 – March 1, 2020: The Diary of Anne Frank 
April 22 – 26, 2020: Smokey Joe’s Cafe
August 7 – 8, 2020: 12 Angry Jurors

TOURING ENSEMBLE

Formerly known as Spotlight Ensemble, the SPARC Touring Ensemble trains students to work together in a collaborative performance troupe. Ensemble members participate in selecting their repertoire, and then perform year-round at a wide range of public and private events. The SPARC Touring Ensemble gains experience performing in dynamic settings, building the adaptability and composure necessary for live, public performance. Audition-based for grades 8-12.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my student audition for multiple productions?

Students are allowed to audition for productions based on the grade they are in/entering. Please check each audition carefully to determine which auditions are eligible for your student.

How does my student know what to bring/wear to auditions?

Once you register for an audition slot, you will receive an email with more detailed information on what your student should prepare for their audition.

What do I do if my child wasn’t cast?

Take a look at our other program offerings! We have some great classes and workshops for your student to strengthen their skills and prepare for their next audition. In summer, you may want to register for a backup SPARC camp because summer camp programs are so popular and fill quickly — if they are cast in a production, you can simply withdraw from the camp (as long as it is more than one month before it begins) and receive a refund.

If you have questions, please contact our education team at learnest@sparconline.org.