Be More Chill Auditions!
There will be in person auditions on April 1st, from 2:30pm - 5:10pm & 5:45pm - 8:15pm
at 800 E Pkwy S in Memphis, TN. All auditionees must submit an audition form and sign up for an audition slot.
Online auditions will be open from March 29 - March 31st, our Artistic Director will email all online audition info on the 29th!
The deadline to sign up for online auditions is March 28th at midnight! To sign up, just complete an audition form and select online!
Callbacks for BMC will be on April 2nd at the VOTS blackbox, starting at 2 pm. All those called back will receive notice. Not receiving a callback does NOT mean you are not being cast in the production!
at 800 E Pkwy S in Memphis, TN. All auditionees must submit an audition form and sign up for an audition slot.
Online auditions will be open from March 29 - March 31st, our Artistic Director will email all online audition info on the 29th!
The deadline to sign up for online auditions is March 28th at midnight! To sign up, just complete an audition form and select online!
Callbacks for BMC will be on April 2nd at the VOTS blackbox, starting at 2 pm. All those called back will receive notice. Not receiving a callback does NOT mean you are not being cast in the production!
About Our Show:
Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, until he finds out about "The Squip," a tiny supercomputer that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the raddest party of the year and a chance to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk? Be More Chill is based on the novel by Ned Vizzini.
Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, until he finds out about "The Squip," a tiny supercomputer that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the raddest party of the year and a chance to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk? Be More Chill is based on the novel by Ned Vizzini.
Audition FAQs:
What time should I get there? Will I have to stay the whole time? You should arrive 10-15 minutes early. Auditionees will be asked to check in, and then wait outside or in the lobby until the audition starts. You will need to stay for the entire audition slot you sign up for.
Should I wear a mask to auditions? Do I have to be vaccinated to audition? Masks are no longer required, but feel free to wear one if you'd like! We recommend a disposable mask, as they are breathable while still offering protection. We are not staging our show to be socially distanced and respect anyone's choice not to audition as a result. We are not requiring cast members to be vaccinated.
Should I audition online or in-person? Online auditions (when offered) are only recommended for either college students who will not be in town for auditions, or those who have serious conflicts on our audition date(s). Though all auditions will be considered, if you are available to audition in-person, is it preferred by the casting director to come audition in-person.
What should I bring? Should I prepare anything? We will learn all audition material AT the audition. It is good to research the show so that you know the plot and descriptions of the characters you're auditioning for, but you won't have to learn anything in advance. You should wear comfortable clothing, closed-toed shoes, and bring water. Please do not bring headshots or resumes.
Will I have to sing / dance in front of others? Yes. Our auditions are cattle-call style, meaning the entire group will learn the dances and songs together, then do their group and solo auditions in front of one another. We encourage a supportive audition environment.
Will there be callbacks? How will I know if I got in or not? We typically do not have callbacks unless they are 100% necessary. Everyone will receive an email whether they got in or not, letting them know. The email will come within one week of the audition. If callbacks are required, we will email all those called back! Not receiving a callback does not mean that you are not being cast, it just means that a decision was already made for you.
What time should I get there? Will I have to stay the whole time? You should arrive 10-15 minutes early. Auditionees will be asked to check in, and then wait outside or in the lobby until the audition starts. You will need to stay for the entire audition slot you sign up for.
Should I wear a mask to auditions? Do I have to be vaccinated to audition? Masks are no longer required, but feel free to wear one if you'd like! We recommend a disposable mask, as they are breathable while still offering protection. We are not staging our show to be socially distanced and respect anyone's choice not to audition as a result. We are not requiring cast members to be vaccinated.
Should I audition online or in-person? Online auditions (when offered) are only recommended for either college students who will not be in town for auditions, or those who have serious conflicts on our audition date(s). Though all auditions will be considered, if you are available to audition in-person, is it preferred by the casting director to come audition in-person.
What should I bring? Should I prepare anything? We will learn all audition material AT the audition. It is good to research the show so that you know the plot and descriptions of the characters you're auditioning for, but you won't have to learn anything in advance. You should wear comfortable clothing, closed-toed shoes, and bring water. Please do not bring headshots or resumes.
Will I have to sing / dance in front of others? Yes. Our auditions are cattle-call style, meaning the entire group will learn the dances and songs together, then do their group and solo auditions in front of one another. We encourage a supportive audition environment.
Will there be callbacks? How will I know if I got in or not? We typically do not have callbacks unless they are 100% necessary. Everyone will receive an email whether they got in or not, letting them know. The email will come within one week of the audition. If callbacks are required, we will email all those called back! Not receiving a callback does not mean that you are not being cast, it just means that a decision was already made for you.
About The Rehearsals & Performances:
- All rehearsals will be at the Kroc Center of Memphis located at 800 E Pkwy in Memphis, TN.
- The dates for performances will be June 29 - July 2 at the Kroc Center.
- Please see the show calendar below for more details!
New Spark Policies:
- All cast must be off-book by the first rehearsal. Off book at NSPA means familiarity with music and knowing all lines. If any cast member fails to arrive off-book, it may lead to removal from the show or recasting of roles.
- Cast is allowed 5 scheduled conflicts during rehearsal. Named characters may only miss 3 rehearsals. There are absolutely no conflicts allowed during tech or for our first rehearsal. Conflicts must be submitted either on the audition form or via email before rehearsals begin. Our rehearsal schedule will be binding. Missing rehearsals that aren't pre-established conflicts (or emergencies) may result in removal or recasting.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Our rehearsal & performance schedule. Blue dates are regular rehearsals. Red dates are mandatory tech rehearsals, and black dates are shows. Please note this when adding conflicts.
Our rehearsal & performance schedule. Blue dates are regular rehearsals. Red dates are mandatory tech rehearsals, and black dates are shows. Please note this when adding conflicts.
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