Auditions (not required for after school or summer program)

During the audition process, the applicant must demonstrate proficiency in an arts area based on
prepared work as well as assigned tasks given during the audition. Eligibility is based on the
applicant's talent, potential, abilities, and evidence of commitment to education based on the
student's most current report card.

Formal notification of acceptance will occur during June, and upon acceptance the student and
parent/guardian must sign a contract which secures the commitment of the Student and the Family to
abide by the rules and procedures of the performing and visual  arts' program.

Visual Arts Audition
  1. Must present a portfolio of at least three pieces of work.
  2. Students will be asked to draw a still life during the interview.

Drama Audition
  1. Students must present a memorized monologue or poem using expression, etc.
  2. Students will perform an improvisation situation. (who, what, when, where)
  3. Students will be given something to read.

Dance Audition
  1. Students must come dressed in appropriate dance clothing.
  2. Students must perform a three-minute dance that a teacher or the student has
    choreographed. (bring a CD or cassette of your music)
  3. Students will be asked to follow guided directions and will be taken through basic dance steps
    and combinations.

Music Audition
  1. Perform a prepared piece. Be sure and bring written music with you. Vocalists will sing acapella.
  2. Be prepared to sight-read a selection as well as do pitch matching and rhythm clapping if the
    teacher requests it.
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color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally
accorded or made available to students at the school.  It does not discriminate on the basis of
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