SUMMER MAINSTAGE AUDITIONS

Mary Poppins JR.

For performers entering grades 2-12
Program runs late June - early August

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that "Anything can happen if you let it."

AUDITIONS
Tuesday, March 6 @ 4pm - 8pm
Thursday, March 8 @ 4pm - 8pm - UPDATE!
NOTE: Auditions on Wednesday, March 7th have been re-scheduled to Thursday, March 8th due to inclement weather.

MAKE-UP AUDITION
Saturday, March 10 @ 12pm - 1pm

CALLBACKS
Saturday, March 10 @ 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Sunday, March 11 @ 1:30pm - 6:30pm

AUDITION PREPARATION
Performers will be asked to sing a short cut from the song, "Let's Go Fly a Kite" as their audition song and will be taught a short dance combination at auditions. Below, there is a link to a vocal track and karaoke track to rehearse with. The karaoke version will be what is used for auditions. There are also links to both the lyrics and sheet music as well as a character breakdown.

Character Breakdown
Audition Material
Audition Tracks
Audition Sheet Music

CALLBACK AUDITION MATERIAL
Callback Materials

The callback materials above are organized in folders labeled by Character Name. Simply click the folder with the character's name on it, and you will find all the callback materials for that character within that folder. Some characters will have a short piece of a song, a short scene, and/or short monologue. Please be sure to look over all of those materials if you are called back for that role. (The sheet music is also provided if you find that useful to help you prepare.)

*If you are not attending the initial audition on Tuesday or Thursday and are attending the makeup audition on Saturday instead, please be prepared with the callback material in case you are asked to stay for callbacks on Saturday.

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 2-12

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: Tuesday, May 29 @ 7:00pm at Tarrytown Music Hall
Rehearsals begin June 25 (Random Farms Studio)

Tech / Dress Rehearsals:
July 23 - 26 (Casts A and B)
July 30 - August 2 (Casts C and D)
Performances:
July 27 and 28 (Casts A and B)
August 3 and 4 (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
$695 - Subsidized tuition
$1,158.33 - 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.

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 $695 (subsidized tuition) or $1,158.33 (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. 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. .