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Unified Auditions each February is an opportunity to showcase your talent to many producers at one audition 

 

Click here for the registration form 

 

2010 Unified Auditions

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2010

10AM - Mid AFTERNOON

 

The Roy Bowen Theatre inside the Drake Performance and Event Center

on the OSU Campus

1849 Cannon Drive

Columbus OH 43210

 

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The following troupes have attended in the past few years:  Act Five Players, Actors’ Theatre, Available Light Theatre, Bread and Circus Theatre, CATCO, Center Stage Players, Club Theatre Company, Columbus Children’s Theatre, Columbus Civic Theatre, Curtain Players, Emerald City Players, Evolution Theatre Company, Gallery Players, Phoenix Theatre for Children, Raconteur Theatre Company, Rosebriar Shakespeare Company, SRO (Senior Repertory of Ohio), Shadowbox, Vaud-Villities, Weathervane Playhouse

 

An opportunity to showcase your talent to many producers at one audition

For Adult Actors
The Theatre Roundtable of Central Ohio is now accepting registrations (and 30 copies of resumes, with 30 copies of headshots attached to the back) for its 13th Annual Unified Auditions, to be held Saturday, February 27th . Those auditioning will come before a panel of Artistic Directors and Producers representing 20-25 theaters. These auditions are for adult performers (H.S. Seniors applicable), both Equity and Non-Equity. If you are unable to be present for the actual audition process that day, you may still submit your resumes and photos for the producer packets to be distributed that day.
 
Why should I audition?

 

  • This is your chance to “Strut your stuff” in front of casting directors representing theaters from Central Ohio. With this one audition, you will make an impression on many theaters at once, as opposed to taking the time to schedule individual auditions with every participating theater. 
  • If you have worked with one or more of the organizations, this will be your chance to remind the casting directors who you are and what you are capable of and perhaps how you’ve grown in your craft (and just maybe what they will miss out on if they don’t include you in an upcoming production)!
     
  • This is a chance to have your name, resume, and headshot put in the hands of casting directors throughout Ohio (even if you are unable to attend the auditions on the 27th, remember that getting your name and information in front of people can be just as important as an audition).
     
  • The Unified Auditions event is FREE for all Individual Members of the Theatre Roundtable that have paid their 2010 dues in full.

 

 If you are not an Individual Member of the Theatre Roundtable, but would like to audition, there is a registration fee of $20. This fee, in addition to participating in the auditions, will also entitle you to a membership in the Theatre Roundtable as an Individual Member (benefits listed on the application form).
 
IMPORTANT!
If you are unfamiliar with the Unified Auditions or have questions about auditioning, please note that there will be an Audition Workshop held at Shadowbox Cabaret on Saturday, January 16, 2010.
This workshop is geared toward the conference style of the Unified Auditions, but could easily be applicable to other audition settings.
 
The DEADLINE (to guarantee an audition slot) for receipt of the registration forms, resumes/headshots is Friday, February 19th, 2010.
 
Late registration of auditionees (including day of the auditions)
WILL BE ACCEPTED  (based on time slot availability).
 
Aspiring Young Actors (Students and Children) are encouraged to submit 30 copies of their resume (complete with attached photo) for inclusion in each producer theatre packet, but will not be participating in the actual day of adult auditions. Theaters who need to cast young actors will contact you individually when a need arises. Registration is free for those who might already be paid 2010 RT Individual Members. Otherwise the registration fee of $20 must be included. This will entitle you to an Individual Membership (and applicable benefits noted on membership form).
 
Technical Professionals & Directors are also encouraged to submit 30 copies of their resumes for inclusion in the producer theater packet. WE WILL NOT BE INCLUDING INTERVIEWS ON FEB 27th
 
FOR TECHNICIANS & DIRECTORS. 
Many technical artists and directors have been hired from this event in past years and interested theatre companies will contact you individually after February 27th, if interested in your skills. The registration is FREE for technicians and directors who are paid 2010 RT Individual Members. Otherwise, the membership form must be included along with the $20 fee, which will include an Individual Membership (refer to membership form for other benefits).
 
 
REGISTER FOR UNIFIED AUDITIONS ONLINE (Coming Soon)
 
Further questions/concerns can be directed to the 2010 Chair, Tom Cardinal:
 
Rules & Guidelines
For the 2010 Theatre Roundtable Unified Auditions
 
  1. Each person auditioning will get 2 minutes to perform before a panel of Artistic Directors and Producers representing 20-25 theatre companies. Think of it not as a try-out, but rather your own one-person show for a captive audience. We are on your side. This is not American Idol. However, it is important that you edit and rehearse your monologues and/or song in this timeframe.
 
  1. Choose material that showcases your talent. Two contrasting monologues are recommended, if you will not be singing in your audition. Again, editing the monologue(s) to fit into your 2 minutes timeframe is recommended.
 
  1. If you are also singing in your audition, it is recommended that you only sing sixteen measures (a verse and chorus) and then perform a monologue, or vice versa. Singing auditions are NOT a capella. Those singing in their auditions need to bring readable sheet music for the accompanist provided. Unfortunately, you will not be able to bring your own accompanist or use taped accompaniment. 
 
  1. You will need to submit 25-30 copies of your most recent resume and headshots; it is imperative that you attach your headshot to the back of your resumes (so that both headshot and resume are facing outwards on both sides). Good quality reproductions (i.e. Kinkos) are acceptable if you don’t have the actual number of needed headshots.
 
  1. Formatting your most recent acting resume:
 
Make sure your resume is firmly attached to the headshot
Try to avoid using any type of paste or glue to attach your headshot since it can penetrate your headshot over time. Instead staple your resume to your headshot at the two top corners or even at all four corners. Your name should be printed on your headshot.
 
Is the resume cut to fit the headshot?
Headshots are 8 x 10. Standard paper is 81/2 x 11. You will want to trim your printed resume to 8 x10. Use a paper cutter and not scissors. There should be a paper cutter at your local copy center that you can use.
 
Have you turned 18 years old and still list your age?
You only need to put your age on the resume if you’re under 18 years old.
 
Are your credits listed in the proper format?
Credits should be separated into categories: Film, TV, and Theatre. For each category, list the title of the piece, the role you played, and the production company or director. Be prepared to answer questions about any role you played. It is strongly advised to never lie in your past experience.
 
List all your training
You may not have a lot of credits yet but certainly you’ve received training. Include training at colleges, acting schools, seminars, private coaching, voice lessons, dance lessons, etc. Training is important to some who view your resume. 
 
List Special Skills
Your special skills listing can help to make you memorable. List all the special skills you can. Have you considered sports you play, hobbies you like, machinery you can operate, artistic talents and musical talents? Just make sure you can actually DO whatever it is you are listing. 
 
Your contact information should be at the top of the resume
If possible, include an email, cellular and/or pager number as well. Regardless, the information should be current, making it as easy as possible for potential employers to contact (and hire!) you. (This gets overlooked A LOT and it is VERY IMPORTANT).
 
Statistics accurate?
Usually height, weight, hair color and eye color are included on the resume. Don’t fudge these numbers! Make sure your statistics are as accurate as possible.
 
Are you listing individual commercials?
The industry standard for commercials on a resume is to include a statement like: List available upon request. Commercial listings shouldn’t be listed on the resume itself.
 
Other
If you are also a theatre production specialist such as a director, writer, and/or technical professional, then create a separate resume. You should not list this on your acting resume.   However, these “specialty” resumes can be submitted with your materials and will also be distributed to the producers.  
 
 
  1. Once your time slot is set, it will be very difficult to switch. Though we want to be accommodating with any scheduling conflicts that might come up, there is no guarantee that we will be able to do so. It is imperative on the registration form that you list potential conflicts, and inform us of any changes as the 27th draws closer.
 
  1. You will be notified of your time slot no later than Wednesday, Feb 24. THIS IS THE WEEK LEADING UP TO AUDITION DAY!!! This is after the deadline for submissions, so a schedule can be created. You will be notified via the email address provided and asked for a confirmation response that you received the time slot (and to answer any questions you may have). 
 
  1. Currently, those auditioning will be sectioned in groups of eight (this could change depending on number of auditionees who register. Last year, a couple of groups went up to 10-12).   Each group’s audition will take between 20-30 minutes. After each group, each producing company will list those people for whom they would like to schedule an interview and/or callback. This will be posted in the holding area after your group is finished. It is important that, when you are done with your audition, you return to the holding area to see the postings and mark down any particulars. DO NOT LEAVE UNTIL CALLBACKS FROM YOUR GROUP HAVE BEEN POSTED!!
 
  1. Remember, just because you do not get called back does not mean you will not be cast in future productions. Directors and producers are always looking for new talent and may remember you long after the audition for something they will be doing in the future. It is also common that directors and producers may not need to call you back if you have successfully performed with them before.
 
  1. Good manners go a long way. How you treat your fellow actors auditioning, the Unified Auditions staff and those you are auditioning for is just as important as your performance.
 
  1. Have a great time and break a leg. Again, look at this audition as an opportunity to perform your one-person show. Though it can be a nerve-racking experience, with rehearsal and hard work you’ll be a success. Like any show, its okay for an actor to have butterflies flying in your stomach, just as long as you have them flying in formation (in other words, practice, practice, practice).