Audition Opportunities

BROWARD CENTER SPOTLIGHTS

GRADES: 6–12 | BY AUDITION ONLY | $325
SATURDAYS 12:30 PM–2:30 PM

Class dates: Sep 23-Dec 9*, 2023
Skip dates: Nov 11, Nov 25
Tech Rehearsal Date: Dec 9
Holiday Spectacular Show Date: Dec 10
*Extra rehearsals and performances scheduled as needed

Broward Center Spotlights is a performing vocal ensemble for students who love to sing in front of an audience. This audition-based musical theater program trains students to perform solos, duets, and group numbers along with choreography for various Broward Center and community events. Team-taught by a professional music director and choreographer, students gain top-tier instruction in song and dance, musicianship, improved vocal technique and song interpretation and build dance skills and stage presence using some of Broadway’s greatest songs. Past appearances include Christmas on Las Olas, Trick or Treat on 2nd Street, live television shows, Coffeehouse Cabarets and Broadway at the Beach. This session culminates with a public performance in an exciting new Holiday Spectacular in the Amaturo Theater. Class fee includes a Broward Center Spotlights t-shirt.
 
Teaching artists: Tammy Holder and Lily Coniglio

Spotlights Audition Dates:

Sep 7 from 4:00-8:00 PM  
Sep 9 from 1:00-3:00 PM

Note:
Auditions for the Broward Center Spotlights will be held, in-person, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Students will be notified of acceptance by e-mail. Decisions will be made by Sep 11. Once acceptance is announced, students must register for the Spotlights class at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center by Sep 21. Classes are weekly from Sep 23 - Dec 9, 2023.  Additional rehearsals and performances are scheduled as community appearances are booked. Class fees apply.

ADVANCED MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP

GRADES: 4–12 | BY AUDITION ONLY
SATURDAYS 9:30 AM–11:30 AM | $375

Class dates: Sep 23-Dec 9, 2023
Skip dates: Nov 11, Nov 25
Tech rehearsal: Dec 9
Show date: Dec 10

In this advanced-level class, students develop musical theater skills on a pre-professional level by strengthening techniques in singing, dancing, and acting. Each week students focus on specific skills and receive top-tier instruction from our teaching artist professionals. Students explore acting methods, script analysis and how to create strong characters. For dance, students work on stretching and flexibility and study various musical theater dance styles. Singing instruction focuses on expanding healthy vocal technique, learning music theory, and developing skills to build a character through song.  Students integrate skills and gain confidence as strong and engaging musical theater performers. This class culminates with a public performance of an exciting new Holiday Spectacular in the Amaturo Theater.

Teaching Artists: Tammy Holder, Ven Daniel & Lily Coniglio

Audition Dates:

Sep 6 from 4:30 - 8:00 PM
Sep 9 from 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Note:
Auditions for Advanced Musical Theater Workshop will be held, in-person, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Students will be notified of acceptance by e-mail. Decisions will be made by September 11. Once acceptance is announced, students must register for the Advanced Musical Theater class at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center by September 21. Classes are weekly from September 23-December 9. Class fees apply.

PERFORMANCE MENTOR PROGRAM: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE MUSICAL

GRADES: 2–12 | BY AUDITION ONLY | $440
THURSDAYS 6:00–9:00 PM & SATURDAYS 3:00–6:00 PM

Class dates: Sep 14-Nov 18, 2023
Skip dates: Sep 16, Nov 11
Mandatory extra rehearsals: Nov 27, 28, 29
Show dates*: Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 13, Dec 14, Dec 15
     For those IN District 13 Thespians:
     Nov 30 at 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM
     Dec 1 at 7:30 PM

     For those NOT in District 13 Thespians:
     Dec 1 at 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM
     Dec 2 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, & 7:00 PM

Advanced techniques in acting, singing and dance are integrated into the rehearsal process and culminate in a full-length musical production of A Christmas Carol. This unique performance experience offers students the opportunity to study and perform alongside adult professional actors. Join Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and a host of colorful characters for this traditional holiday tale adapted for family audiences. This musical production of the Charles Dickens classic is a wonderful way to celebrate the season with the entire family. *Students perform during a Broward County Public school day and will have to miss a day of school. Offered in partnership with The Performance Project School of the Arts.

Teaching artists from The Performance Project, Inc.

Audition Dates:

Aug 27 from 1:00–6:00 PM
Aug 28 from 6:00–8:00 PM

To sign up for an audition, please e-mail Nina Felice and provide the following information:

Parent/guardian contact name, phone number and e-mail. 
Auditioner’s name, phone number, email and age.
Preferred audition date and time on the hour (example: Aug 27 at 4:00 PM)

Note:
You will receive an email to confirm the date and time of the audition and directions for what to bring and prepare. Audition results will be provided via email. Decisions will be made by Aug 31. Once acceptance is announced, students will receive a class registration link and must register for Performance Mentor Program class at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center by Sep 5. Students must be able to attend all mandatory rehearsals and show dates that they are scheduled for. 

Students are committing to perform in public performances.
All registrations must be made by Sep 5. If spots are still available after Sep 5, we will start accepting students from the waitlist. 
Students must be able to attend all mandatory rehearsals and show dates. 
NO credits, transfers or refunds will be provided.