General Timeline

March 7th and 8th auditions

March 8th callbacks
March 11th- Cast list will be posted by this date at the latest!
Who is at my audition?
1st Auditions are not in front of other students; you will be auditioning in
front Mr. Connor, Mrs. Reed, Mr. Pena, and drama alumni. We take notes
on your performing strengths while you audition and try to figure out what
role would be the best for you. Call backs will be with all actors, where we
will mix and match various people to try and determine the right people
for the right role. Not being called back for a certain role does not mean
you arent in consideration!
What happens at dance call?
The choreographers will teach a short routine to all auditioning students.
After running through this routine several times, you will be asked to
perform this routine in groups of 6 or 7 students. Do the best you can and
most of all, if you mess up, just keep going and keep smiling we all mess
up in dances, but the audience wont notice if we dont show it on our
faces!
What are you looking for in casting?
Certain roles must be strong singers; certain roles must be strong dancers;
certain roles need strong acting and others need a combination of the
three. We are looking for the best fit for each part, regardless of grade
level or previous experience.
What happens if I am not cast? Not all students will be cast in a lead role
and students need to prepare themselves for this possibility. However,
ALL STUDENTS WHO AUDITION WILL BE IN THE SHOW!

Monte Vista Theatre Rehearsal Expectations

No unexcused absences. Only pre-approved absences will be accepted.
Your lines and solos will be given to other students if you have an
unapproved absence.
Be on time for rehearsal. That means warmed up ready to go before 3:30,
not walking in the door at that time.
Always come prepared. Pencil, Script, Water, Notepaper
Bring a recording device to music rehearsals to record your part; you are
responsible for knowing your music and practicing it.
Wear appropriate clothing, YOU WILL BE MOVING A LOT!!!!! Be
ready to sweat!!!!
Use your time well in rehearsal. When you are not needed on stage, do
homework in the house.
Once a scene has been blocked or a song has been taught you should be
off book for it the next time we rehearse it.
There are times to socialize and rehearsal is not one of those times.
Refrain from talking during rehearsal time, especially when on stage.
Questions/Concerns---Discuss them at appropriate times (before and
after rehearsal.)
Use the bathroom during your breaks and not during rehearsal.
Snacking is only allowed when you have a break; you are expected to
clean up after yourself. Never have food on the stage.
No directing your peers. Keep commentary and criticism to yourself or
bring it to Mr. Connor or Mrs. Reed.
No cell phones on stage. Silence your cell phone BEFORE rehearsal
begins.
No guests at rehearsal unless pre-approved by the director
No Gum
Give 100% every day. Your fellow cast members are depending on you
and you are depending on them.

PRINCIPALS
(4 female; 5 male)
Albert Peterson young man in early thirties, President of Almaelou Music Corp.
Rose Alvarez Alberts secretary, principal dancer and singer
Conrad Birdie rock star
Mr. MacAfee (Harry) father of Kim and Randolph
Mrs. MacAfee (Doris) mother of Kim and Randolph
Kim MacAfee 15 years old, very pretty and quite self-possessed
Randolph MacAfee Kims younger brother
Hugo Peabody Kims steady
Ursula Merkle a hyper-enthusiastic dark-haired teen friend and neighbor of Kims
TEENAGERS
(8 female; 3 male)
Deborah Sue Sweet Apple teenager (teen chorus)
Margie (teen chorus; speaks Act I, Scene 5; Act I, Scene 7)
Alice Sweet Apple teenager and Mayors daughter (teen chorus)
Harvey Johnson (teen chorus; speaks Act I, Scene 2)
Helen teenage singer (non-speaking)
Nancy (teen chorus; speaks Act I, Scene 5)
Penelope (voice; Act I, Scene 5; Act II, Scene 7)
Suzie (non-speaking)
Karl (non-speaking)
Freddie (non-speaking)
One Girl (teen chorus; speaks Act I, Scene 4)
ADULTS
Mrs. Mae Peterson Alberts mother, the quintessential Mamma
Gloria Rasputin A big broad, tap-dancing secretary Maes choice to replace Rosie
Bartender (member of Male Quartet)
Mayor of Sweet Apple, Ohio
Mayors Wife Edna (member of Quartette, Act I, Scene 9)
Mrs. Merkle Ursulas mother
Mr. Johnson Harvey Johnsons father
Conrads Guitar Man (non-speaking)
Policeman in New York train station (speaks Act I, Scene 4)
First Reporter
Second Reporter (non-speaking cameraman)
Third Reporter

Traveler part of crowd in New York train station (speaks Act I, Scene 4 only)
Trainman (voice; Act I, Scene 4)
FROM THE CHORUS (NON-SPEAKING)
2 Sad Girls (dancers)
Travelers (adult chorus)
Train Station Personnel (baggage handlers, etcetera)
Policemen (several) New York and Ohio
Sweet Apple Parents (adult chorus)
2 Drum Majorettes
TV Show Stage Crew:
Stage Manager
4 Stagehands
2 Audio Men
2 Wardrobe Women
Doctor
Maude proprietor/bartender of Maudes Roadside Retreat (member of Male Quartet)
Dishwasher (member of Male Quartet; speaks Act II, Scene 4)
First Customer (member of Male Quartet; speaks Act II, Scene 4)
Second Customer (member of Male Quartet; speaks Act II, Scene 4)
Quartet of Townspeople (men)
Sweet Apple Shriners (dancers)
VARIOUS VOICES
Ed Sullivan (offstage)
2 Reporters (additional) [one is a cameraman (non-speaking)]
Fred (Act I, Scene 5)
Lee (Act I, Scene 5)
Phyllis (Act I, Scene 5)
Four Men (Act I, Scene 7)
Girl (Act I, Scene 7)
Train Conductor (Act II, Scene 8)
Another Parent (Act II, Scene 6)

SINGING AUDITION
Conrad
- Honestly Sincere
- One Last Kiss
Kim
- Lovely to be a Woman
- One Boy
Albert
- Talk to Me
-Put on a Happy Face

Mr. and Mrs. MacAfee

- Kids
Rosie
- English Teacher (I - R)
- Spanish Rose (B - E)

AUDITION SIDES
ALBERT AND ROSIE
From Pg. 7 ALBERT I know that sir
To Pg. 8 ROSIE Albert, this may be your last chance!
URSULA AND KIM
pg. 15 URSULA- Kim MacAfee
KIM- After all, Im 15 years old and its time I settled down.
ALBERT AND MRS. PETERSON
Pg. 22 ALBERT Mamma, what I wanted to discuss with you is sort of about Rose.
MRS. PETERSON-And eat a hot lunch
MRS. PETERSON
Pg. 66 monologue
HUGO AND KIM
Pg. 28 HUGO Kim, before you go, could I talk to you for a minute?
Pg. 30 HUGO That boy is me!
MAYOR AND URSULA
Pg. 32 MAYOR And so it is
URSULA- panting jungle beat.
MR. MACAFEE AND MRS. MACAFEE
Pg. 36 MR. MACAFEE This mess, as you call it, Kim, happens to be my breakfast.
Pg. 37 MR. MACAFEE And you dont offer an emperor a warm Seven-Up!
ALBERT, MRS. PETERSON, GLORIA (SKIP ROSIE)
Pg. 41 ALBERT Mamma, what are you doing here?
Pg. 42 GLORIA Whenever possible.
KIM AND ROSIE
Pg. 50 KIM Dont be upset, Miss Alvarez. All men cant be like that!
Pg. 51 KIM Well help each other with our potions!
ROSIE

Kim MacAfee, Albert, is what going to send you back to college with the biggest hit song this
business has ever seen! Its called One Last Kiss... I know youve never heard it, because you
havent written it yet! But when you do and when that one last kiss is from Conrad Birdie on his
way to the big cold Army for two long years and when he gives that kiss to one of his fans
chosen at random from one million two hundred thousand hysterical teen-agers, itll make Mr.
Birdie the hottest soldier since Joan of Arc!
KIM MACAFEE
You were silly to worry, Hugo. Conrad Birdie may be a great public figure but he doesnt make
me feel all dizzy and faint when I think of him. Only my steady does that. Why even when I say
his name I dont feel a thing...Listen. Conrad Birdie. Conrad Birdie... (it hits her) Conrad
Birdie!!
MAMA aka MRS. PETERSON
(Alberts Mother, speaking to him)Dont worry about me, sonny... Im just a little faint from
taking the subway....(he asks why she didnt take a taxi) Taxi! What do I need with taxis?... Ill
leave the taxis for my successful son. A mother can ride crowded in a dirty subway full of
people who wouldnt give you a seat if your life depended on it but whats the difference;
nowadays a mother is lower than dirt, anyway! Heres the money I saved from not taking the
taxi; buy some candy with it.
MR. MACAFEE
I have tried to run this house on a democratic basis. I have extended the privilege of selfdetermination to both the woman I married, and the children I have sired... the vote has been
denied no one for reason of age, sex, or political affiliations. There has been no taxation without
representation, and open covenants have been openly arrived at! Last night I gave up my room
to a guest who repeatedly referred to me as Fats.. Telephone calls were made on my phone to
New York, Chicago, Fairbanks Alaska and Hong Kong! Outside my window three harpies
shrieked We Love You Conrad four thousand seven hundred and twenty-three times... and now,
Ive lots two fried eggs...Gentlemen, the democracy is over!
CONRAD There arent any longer scenes, so be prepared to do your best pseudo-Elvis
rockstar swagger when you come on to sing. You should have some banter for your audience
before you start singing!

Bye Bye Birdie!

NAME ____________________ CELL #______________________

EMAIL _________________________________________________

Spring 2016 May 18-21

Agreement

I am aware of the dates listed on the calendar and have checked with my parents. I will be able
to attend all rehearsal and performances of Bye Bye Birdie! with the exception of the few
problem dates I have listed below. I understand that the afterschool rehearsals are from 3:30 to
5:30pm. I have noticed that there are MANDATORY rehearsals (in boldface on the calendar).
The mandatory rehearsals are: MAY 5TH (SITZ PROBE), 9 (TECH), 10,11,12, AND 16TH. All
mandatory rehearsals are from 4pm 9pm. (Usually, they are out by 8pm or earlier) I am also
aware of the TBA (to be announced) rehearsals, which may be important at times during the
weeks of dress rehearsals. They will only be used as needed, but I am prepared to work these
days. I also know that the performances are on May 18, 19, 20, and 21st at 7pm.
________

I will be able to attend all rehearsals.

________

The following dates I will NOT be able to work on the play.

1. I will attend all rehearsals and dress rehearsals, except for those listed above, if I get a part or a job in the
play.
2. I know that dress rehearsals are mandatory rehearsals.
3. I know that the dates of performance are: May 18, 19, 20, and 21st at 7pm
4. I will listen to the directors and crew, and positively follow directions.
5. I WILL KEEP UP THE WORK IN MY CLASSES AT SCHOOL! I wont use the play as an excuse
for not doing homework.
6. I realize that if I dont measure up to the commitment, I may lose my part to an understudy.
7. I will do everything in my power to attend all of my classes each day after a late night rehearsal or
performance.
8. I will come to rehearsals on time.
9. I will find my own transportation to and from rehearsals.
10. I realize that ALL school rules apply during rehearsals, performances, or any related events.

11.

I will have fun!

Signed _________________________________
SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

I have seen the calendar and will support my son/daughter during the production period of the Spring 2016
production of Bye Bye Birdie!.
Signed _________________________________