Audition for "Cabaret" January 22 and 23

The Falcon's Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College calls for FLC students and actors from the community to audition for its spring production of Cabaret on Monday, January 22, from 6:30 to 9:30 pm, and Tuesday, January 23, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Harris Center for the Arts in the Drama Lab (PAC-1170). Auditions are by appointment only. All skill levels are encouraged to audition. And in keeping with Falcon’s Eye Theatre’s commitment to inclusion and diversity, roles will be filled using gender-diverse and culturally diverse casting.

About the Production

Falcon's Eye Theatre brings the Broadway smash hit, Cabaret, to Harris Center's Stage One! In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920s draw to a close, a Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life in Berlin as Germany slowly yields to the emerging threat of the Nazis. Winner of the 1967 Tony Awards for Best Musical and Composer/Lyricist.

When

People auditioning are expected to attend BOTH days of open auditions:

Open Monologue/Vocal Auditions: Monday, January 22, 6:30 to 9:30 pm
AND
Open Dance Auditions: Tuesday, January 23, 6:30 to 8:30 pm

To schedule your audition appointment, please complete and submit this form.

Where

Audition check-in will be in the Drama Lab (PAC-1170) at the Harris Center for the Arts at Folsom Lake College (view map). 

What to Prepare

You must MAKE AN APPOINTMENT by visiting the website and requesting a reservation to audition.

Monologue Audition: Auditioners MUST prepare a contemporary dramatic monologue that is no more than 60 seconds long from a play. No teleplays, screenplays, or passages from novels or song lyrics will be accepted. No original writing. The monologue should best portray the actor’s strengths. The monologue must be memorized.

Vocal Audition: Prepare 32 bars of your choice that highlight your vocal range. You may select a song from the show. Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.

Dance Auditions: You will participate in a dance audition. No preparation is necessary. Wear loose-fitting attire that allows for easy movement. Jazz shoes or tennis shoes are recommended. No bare feet or socks are allowed.

Headshot and Resume: These are requested, though not required. Bring an 8x10 headshot and a resume outlining training and performing experience in acting, dancing, and singing.

Callbacks

Callback auditions will be held on Wednesday, January 24 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm by invitation only. Those who are called back will be given readings and music selections from the show, therefore it is advised to be familiar with the musical Cabaret.

Rehearsal Dates

Rehearsals will be from Tuesday, February 6 through Thursday, April 4, 2024. Typically, rehearsals will be from 6:30 to 10:00 pm Monday through Thursday, and one weekend day every week. Additional rehearsals might include weekdays and/or weekend days/nights. Minor conflicts with these dates are permissible. Be prepared to provide your complete calendar of availability at the first audition. Tech/Dress Rehearsals are from Thursday, March 28  through Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Performance Dates

Performances are Friday, April 5 through  Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the Harris Center for the Arts. The performance calendar will include Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons (subject to change). These dates are not optional; attendance is required. School excusals are available for conflicts with classes for performances.