Seussical Jr. is a 9-week session that concludes with a full-scale musical production. Auditions are held on March 6 & 7.

Seussical Jr. is being presented by Inspire Kids, which is a program of Inspire Creative that focuses on developing and training children Ages 8-14 (middle school) in theatrical skills.

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, April 3rd.

Rehearsal Information

In order to make a solid commitment to this production, there are some things you need to be aware of before you audition.  This production is a musical in which ALL members of the cast are essential to its success.

Weekly Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsals for the production are held on Tuesdays 4:30 – 6:30pm and Fridays 4:30-8:00 pm  (additional rehearsals may be called according to the director’s discretion.   In most cases advanced notice will be given for any additional rehearsals)

Rehearsals will start and end on time.  Please plan on dropping off / picking up your student 10 minutes before and no later than 10 minutes after each scheduled rehearsal.

Tech. Camp Rehearsal
Tech. Camp rehearsal happens during the day at the location of the performance and is critical to the success of the production.  The two days of Tech Camp are mandatory and absences are only considered in cases of illness, or emergency.  The following is the Tech Camp schedule for this session:

Monday, June 4 – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at PACE Center Parker, CO.
Tuesday, June 5 – 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at PACE Center Parker, CO.

Show Dates and Times:
Performance will be at the PACE Center
Wednesday, June 6th  – Early Matinee (2pm)
Wednesday, June 6th  – Evening Performance (7pm)

If you are sick and unable to attend a rehearsal, it is essential you call the director as early as possible, so rehearsal can be adjusted to make the best use of everyone’s time.  (Director, Ralph Neumann 303-842-7819, or email: rneumann@inspirecreative.org)

Auditions

Auditions are held at Providence Presbyterian Church - 18632 Pony Express Drive, Parker on Tuesday, March 6th from 4:30 – 8:00 pm and Wed. March 7th from 4:30 – 8:00 pm.  Call backs (if needed) will be March 7th at 8:00 pm

These are open auditions.  That means there are no pre-selected parts.

1. Sign up for an audition time by Monday, March 5th by filling out the audition request form on-line below, e-mailing auditions@inspirecreative.org or calling the office at 303-790-0875.
2. Audition Time slots are 30 minutes starting at 4:30 pm (4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00,6:30, 7:00, 7:30,8:00)
3. Auditions are open to students (ages 8 – 14 / middle school).

What Can You Expect

1. An informal, relaxed atmosphere
2. No intimidation or judgmental attitudes. (We want you to be as successful as possible)
3. No pre-chosen parts.
4. Equitable consideration of your experience, desire, commitment, and preparation.
5. Mistakes are OK.  Sometimes you may forget a line, or forget a lyric.  It is ok to start over if necessary, however in consideration of staying on schedule we can only allow one “do over” per audition.

What We Expect

1. Required: Head Shot and Resume of past experience.  (Past experience not required).
2. Come with a 1-minute monologue that will show your abilities and a prepared song with an instrumental CD no more than 2 minutes in length.  (Acappella songs not permitted) Do not sing with the artist on the track.  Time does not permit singing complete songs.

How Parts Are Chosen
Casting a production can be a complex and difficult process.  If you audition, hoping to get a specific part, please understand that our goal is two-fold, to give people opportunities to grow in their craft and to present productions of excellence.  Parts are chosen by the audition committee with the director having the final say.  There will be a lot of time and deliberation that goes in to selecting each part (including minor roles). 

Factors that influence our decision are:

1. The audition — Were you prepared?  How well did you do?
2. Physical characteristics — Do you fit the part? 
3. Matching cast members — We sometimes have to consider size in relationship to a part.  (Example:  If you desire a role of a wife and the actor chosen to play the husband is a foot shorter than you are…)
4. Behavior – How well did you follow directions?  Were you respectful of others during the audition process?  Supportive of others who were auditioning?
5. Experience – Depending on the size and scope of the role to the overall production, we may consider your past acting experience. While we are always looking for new and inexperienced actors to fill leading roles, this part of the casting process allows us to place actors in appropriately challenging and fulfilling roles.

Thank you for your understanding!

Parents attending auditions
If it is helpful for the child auditioning, the Vocal and Monologue Audition portions are open to immediate family and friends of the child auditioning.  Parents, family members and friends will be asked to leave the audition room once their child's group has completed their vocal and monologue auditions. Dance auditions and any subsequent callbacks are closed. This will ensure that there are no distractions and the student can fully concentrate on the instructions being given to them by the dance instructor or director.

Production Tuition and Fee Schedule

The price of tuition to attend this session is $250.00.  This price includes costuming for your child per assigned part.   (The price of individual undergarments, tights, socks, jazz, ballet, or character shoes and your individual makeup kit, is not included in this price but is nominal.)  

Discounts are:  2nd child same family $187.50 (25% discount)
                           3rd or more same family $125.00 (50% discount)

There is a $25.00 Registration Fee. (Registration is available up to Monday, March 5th)

The remaining balance is due by the end of the first week of the session.  (First week of the session is April  2nd – April 6th).
Child is responsible to provide suitable jazz, dance, or character shows and will be required to purchase an individual make-up kit.

Refund/Cancellation Policy:

If child does not attend the sessions, or wishes to cancel after sessions begin and before the beginning of the 3rd week.  Child will receive 1/2 of tuition paid minus administrative fee of $25.00
If child does not attend sessions, or wishes to cancel after the 3rd week – no refunds of tuition fee(s)

Tuition Assistance

Sibling discounts are available.

 Inspire Creative offers the SCRIP program to families and students as a means of defraying the costs of enrolling in Inspire Creative programs.  For information please contact Ralph Neumann at: rneumann@inspirecreative.org

Parental Commitment

Inspire Kids relies on parent volunteers to help keep costs to a minimum through helping produce exceptional performances and developing a community connection. Each family is asked to volunteer for a production committee.  Parent committees are regularly involved in creating sets, costumes, managing props, helping backstage, and distributing promotional advertising.  Committee hours will vary depending on the director’s vision and needs.  Production Team Members will work with parent’s schedules to help accommodate busy schedules.

Be sure to drop off and pick up your child no sooner than 10 minutes before the start of a class and not later than 10 minutes after the end of a class.

Be sure your child brings a water bottle and wears comfortable clothing.

Friday evenings we will be eating dinner at 6:00 pm.  Pizza and drinks will be provided for an additional $3.00 fee / per dinner.   Sign-up sheets will be available at the first rehearsal session.  If your child packs a dinner be sure that their meal is clearly labeled.  (Refrigeration is available on site.)

Audition Workshop

There is an audition workshop, Saturday March 3rd 9:00 am – noon. This is scheduled at Providence Presbyterian Church, 18632 Pony Express Drive, Parker, CO 80134.

This workshop is designed to help you prepare your materials for the audition and develop good auditioning skills. (Includes creating a headshot, bio sheet, music, and drama preparation.) Please bring a 1-minute monologue & a 1-minute song piece (with accompaniment CD if you wish) to perform for directors and peers. You will receive feedback while you practice for your next audition. If you do not have these items pick out yet, please come for ideas and places to search. Cost for workshop is $25.00 per person. (The $25.00 dollar fee can be applied to your the tuition fee for the session.) Sign up for the Workshop when you Register for the Spring Classes (see the link below).

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Inspire Creative, Inc.
10940 S. Parker Rd. #245
Parker, CO 80134

If you have any questions, please send an email to Denise Miller at dmiller@inspirecreative.org or call 303-790-0875.