SUMMER MAINSTAGE AUDITIONS

Matilda

For performers entering grades 3-12
Program runs late May - early August

Based on Roald Dahl’s classic children’s book of the same name, Matilda follows Matilda Wormwood, a bright little girl who immerses herself in books. Matilda is discarded and belittled by her dimwitted parents—her father insists on calling her a boy and harps on her “stupidity” for preferring reading to watching the telly—and her hostile headmistress, the outrageous and wicked Miss Trunchbull. Reclusive, but with an ever-growing imagination and sharp mind, and with a caring protector in her teacher Miss Honey, Matilda dreams of a better life, daring to take a stand against unjust forces and to grasp her destiny in her own, tiny hands.

AUDITIONS
Friday, March 8 @ 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, March 9 @ 1:30pm - 6:00pm

CALL BACKS
Saturday, March 16 @ 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Sunday, March 17 @ 1:00pm - 6:30pm

AUDITION PREPARATION
COMING SOON!

Character Breakdown
Audition Material: COMING SOON!
Audition Tracks: COMING SOON!
Audition Sheet Music: COMING SOON!

CALLBACK AUDITION MATERIAL
Callback Materials: COMING SOON!

WHAT TO BRING
1. Recent photo (a snapshot or school photo is fine)
2. Resume or list of training/experience. If you don't have a resume, that's okay! You can just fill out the audition form online when you register or update the information in your account. If you would like to try making up a resume, here are some samples to use as a guide.

Resume Template 1
Resume Template 2

FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Mainstage Auditions.

PROGRAM INFO

GRADES

Open to performers entering grades 3-12 in fall 2019.

ELIGIBILITY
No prior training or experience with Random Farms is required and we welcome new-comers, whether they have been performing for 10 years or 10 days. However, since this is an audition-based program, it means that not everyone will be selected, so performers should be prepared for that if they decide to try out.

REHEARSAL / PERFORMANCE DATES
There will be four casts: A, B, C and D. A performer is only called when his/her role is rehearsing.
Cast member / Parent Orientation meeting: TBD
Rehearsals begin May 30th (Random Farms Studio)

Tech / Dress Rehearsals:
July 22 - 25 (Casts A and B)
July 29 - August 1 (Casts C and D)
Performances:
July 26 and 27 (Casts A and B)
August 2 and 3 (Casts C and D)

AUDITION / REHEARSAL LOCATION
Random Farms Studio
77 Executive Blvd., Elmsford, NY 10523

TECH REHEARSAL / PERFORMANCE LOCATION
Tarrytown Music Hall
13 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591

FEES & POLICIES

FINANCIAL COMMITMENT
$720 - Subsidized tuition
$1,200 - Actual cost

Did you know Random Farms is a non-profit and tuition only covers 60% of the cost of putting a child through the program?

Our subsidized tuition prices make participating affordable to a more diverse community. We ask families to choose the tuition tier they can afford on good faith; no application for the subsidized tuition is required.

Please consider paying the actual cost, and everything over the subsidized tuition amount will be a tax-deductible donation! This will help support our outreach efforts, which include providing scholarships, discounted tickets, and free performances to those in need.

There is no fee to audition. RFKT is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. In order to cover production costs, programs are tuition based. If cast, there is a $720 (subsidized tuition) or $1,200 (actual cost) registration fee to participate in the production. Parent/Legal Guardian is financially responsible for fee if student is cast in a role parent (or performer over age 18) says he/she will accept on the audition form. Cast member is also responsible for providing his/her own shoes, tights/socks and undergarments, as per the costume memo (emailed and/or posted online after rehearsals begin).

SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of financial aid packages are available. Please visit www.randomfarms.com/scholarship for info and application. While Random Farms will provide the majority of each performer's costume, participants are responsible for providing his/her own shoes/tights and undergarments as per the costume memo (to be provided once rehearsals start).

PARTICIPATION POLICY
Absences are not permitted, unless pre-approved in writing by Random Farms. All participants must return all loaned materials (including scripts and costume pieces) in good condition. Participant is responsible for providing his/her own shoes, socks/tights and undergarments as per the costume memo (emailed and/or posted on line once rehearsals start). Participants who do not comply with this participation policy may be removed from the program and their account put On Hold, as described in RFKT's Standard Agreement, until parents, participant and RFKT can reach an agreement moving forward.

PARTICIPATION IN MULTIPLE SUMMER PROGRAMS
It is physically possible to do both the Mainstage and Summer Workshop Intensive programs. If your child is planning on participating in session 2 of our summer workshop; The Addams Family, please note on the audition form that s/he is only available for Casts C or D ofLegally Blonde. Also, please consider your child's stamina if signing up for multiple programs, as we don't offer refunds. If you'd like to discuss your child's individual needs, you can email our Artistic Director at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .