***REGISTRATION IS CLOSED! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SIGNED UP!**
INFORMATION & DETAILS
Solstice Vocal Arts presents Alaska's very 1st Music Theatre (& CCM) Festival! A unique educational, audition, performance and FUN experience for Alaska's future Broadway stars!
WHEN: SEPTEMBER 18, 2021, 10:00am-approx. 12:30pm
REGISRATION DEADLINE: September 17 at 5:00pm
WHO: Singers, Actors and Dancers ALL AGES!
WHERE: Turnagain Arts Building, 4105 Turnagain Blvd, Anchorage, AK
COST: $35/participant (fees help to cover accompanist, snacks, and prizes)
SCHEDULE (times subject to change):
9:50am: Check- in, Orientation and Group Warm-up/Workshop
10:00am -12:00pm: Break out to Audition Rooms
12:00pm: Tallying of scores, prizes awarded and release (to go audition for Annie!)
And now for the WHAT!!! What's this all about? Why? What's going to happen!
There are TWO divisions:
The festival will be held in FIVE AUDITION ROOMS to include:
Each audition room will be hosted by a qualified professional, aka "Room Coach". Students will present their prepared selections or be asked by the coach to answer questions or learn a dance combo. The coach will work with students after their performance to give helpful tips OR lots of awesome praise! Each student will receive "points" from the coach based on their performance. At the conclusion of the day, participant scores will be tallied and prizes awarded based on their point totals...kind of like at Dave & Busters or Chuck E' Cheese...your points total determines the prize you get!
REQUIREMENTS MUSIC THEATRE DIVISION:
REQUIREMENTS CCM DIVISION:
WHAT TO BRING:
PERKS:
PRE-FESTIVAL WORKSHOPS (links will be available to Youtube):
SCHOLARSHIPS:
It is our DEEP and EARNEST desire that all who wish to participate are able to do so. We are keeping the entrance fee as low as possible to help facilitate these needs. Please let us know if you would like financial assistance in covering the cost of participation. Additionally, if you would like to sponsor a student participating you will receive our eternal gratitude and a thank you card in the mail! Opportunity to add on a sponsorship is available at the time of purchase.
And now for the best part....click the button below to get registered!!!!!!! We can't wait to see you there!
WHEN: SEPTEMBER 18, 2021, 10:00am-approx. 12:30pm
REGISRATION DEADLINE: September 17 at 5:00pm
WHO: Singers, Actors and Dancers ALL AGES!
WHERE: Turnagain Arts Building, 4105 Turnagain Blvd, Anchorage, AK
COST: $35/participant (fees help to cover accompanist, snacks, and prizes)
SCHEDULE (times subject to change):
9:50am: Check- in, Orientation and Group Warm-up/Workshop
10:00am -12:00pm: Break out to Audition Rooms
12:00pm: Tallying of scores, prizes awarded and release (to go audition for Annie!)
And now for the WHAT!!! What's this all about? Why? What's going to happen!
There are TWO divisions:
- Music Theatre
- CCM (pop/rock/jazz/country/rap/R&B/folk/etc)
The festival will be held in FIVE AUDITION ROOMS to include:
- Singing
- Dancing
- Background/Preparation
- Monologue
- FUN (photobooth/Q&A with a pro/journaling)
Each audition room will be hosted by a qualified professional, aka "Room Coach". Students will present their prepared selections or be asked by the coach to answer questions or learn a dance combo. The coach will work with students after their performance to give helpful tips OR lots of awesome praise! Each student will receive "points" from the coach based on their performance. At the conclusion of the day, participant scores will be tallied and prizes awarded based on their point totals...kind of like at Dave & Busters or Chuck E' Cheese...your points total determines the prize you get!
REQUIREMENTS MUSIC THEATRE DIVISION:
- Prepare and perform ONE music theatre singing selection from a Broadway musical, movie musical or stand-alone song in the style of music theatre
- Prepare and perform ONE short monologue or speaking selection between 30-45 seconds
REQUIREMENTS CCM DIVISION:
- Prepare and perform ONE song in a CCM style (pop/rock/jazz/country/rap/R&B/folk/etc)
- Prepare and perform ONE short story or speech that you would potentially use when performing on stage and speaking to an audience.
WHAT TO BRING:
- A 3-ring binder with the following included: music for accompanist, copy of your monologue, the Background/Preparation worksheet (emailed to participant after registration)
- Water
- Comfortable clothing to sing and dance
- Your best self, positive affirmations, & growth mindset!
PERKS:
- Pre-Festival Workshops
- Prizes & Certificates
- Showcase performance at the end of the day (COVID dependent)
- FUN!
PRE-FESTIVAL WORKSHOPS (links will be available to Youtube):
- How do I prepare for working with an accompanist?
- What do I wear to a dance/singing/acting audition?
- Getting in the right mindset for audition day!
SCHOLARSHIPS:
It is our DEEP and EARNEST desire that all who wish to participate are able to do so. We are keeping the entrance fee as low as possible to help facilitate these needs. Please let us know if you would like financial assistance in covering the cost of participation. Additionally, if you would like to sponsor a student participating you will receive our eternal gratitude and a thank you card in the mail! Opportunity to add on a sponsorship is available at the time of purchase.
And now for the best part....click the button below to get registered!!!!!!! We can't wait to see you there!
FAQ's - I got questions!
Do I have to be taking private voice lessons or be in my school's choir to participate?
No! This festival is open to ALL who wish to register between the ages of 6-18.
I'm not so sure about the dancing part - do I have to do the dance?
First of all, you don't HAVE to do anything! But more importantly, you don't have to be a good dancer to have fun in the dance audition room. Pick one move you can remember and do it to the best of your ability - even if it's just clapping your hands or stepping side to side. You get major props for showing up and giving it your best effort. Directors want to see more than your ability to dance, they are looking at your attitude as well. If you give it all you've got, even if it's not the right moves, that scores major points in the "this person looks like fun" category!
Do I need to bring an accompanist or a backing tracks?
Nope! Your registration fee helps to cover our amazing audition accompanist, Janet Carr-Campbell! However, you MUST bring sheet music for her and we will cover how to prepare your music in one of the Pre-Festival Youtube workshops.
What is CCM?
CCM stands for "Contemporary Commercial Music". It encompasses all genres of music that are NOT Music Theatre or Classical style. That means rock, country, pop, rap, folk, jazz, heavy metal....etc.
What is a monologue?
A monologue is a solo SPEAKING part by an actor in a play, musical or movie.
I want to sing a CCM song - do I have to do a monologue?
Again, you don't HAVE to do anything, but if you show up, you'll get the points. A monologue doesn't have to be something from a play. It can also be a short story you've prepared about your song and why you chose it. Think of it like rehearsed banter for a gig. You might be a gigging musician or a pop star one day and you might need to relate to your audience with spoken word. Or, you might have to give a speech at work or in school. This exercise will put apples in your public speaking basket!
Where can I find a monologue?
Here are a couple of resources for short monologues.
Monologues for Kids
https://www.dramanotebook.com/monologues-kids/
https://www.dailyactor.com/monologues-for-kids/
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/monologues-for-kids-72732/
Monologues for Teens
www.dramanotebook.com/monologues-teenagers/
www.dailyactor.com/monologues-for-teens/
www.backstage.com/magazine/article/monologues-for-teens-73115/
Why are we doing this?
We believe in the power of performance experience and fun! We believe in creating positive performance experiences so kids want to keep getting up and performing and practicing their craft. We believe in creating achievable goals for kids to work towards. Our mission is to create an educational, informative and entertaining event for participants that will give them the tools they need to be successful in the future. Our motto is "Success happens when preparation meets opportunity."
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Contact Christine Keene at christine@solsticevocalarts.com or (907) 227-9351. Please add Christine to your safe email senders as well!
No! This festival is open to ALL who wish to register between the ages of 6-18.
I'm not so sure about the dancing part - do I have to do the dance?
First of all, you don't HAVE to do anything! But more importantly, you don't have to be a good dancer to have fun in the dance audition room. Pick one move you can remember and do it to the best of your ability - even if it's just clapping your hands or stepping side to side. You get major props for showing up and giving it your best effort. Directors want to see more than your ability to dance, they are looking at your attitude as well. If you give it all you've got, even if it's not the right moves, that scores major points in the "this person looks like fun" category!
Do I need to bring an accompanist or a backing tracks?
Nope! Your registration fee helps to cover our amazing audition accompanist, Janet Carr-Campbell! However, you MUST bring sheet music for her and we will cover how to prepare your music in one of the Pre-Festival Youtube workshops.
What is CCM?
CCM stands for "Contemporary Commercial Music". It encompasses all genres of music that are NOT Music Theatre or Classical style. That means rock, country, pop, rap, folk, jazz, heavy metal....etc.
What is a monologue?
A monologue is a solo SPEAKING part by an actor in a play, musical or movie.
I want to sing a CCM song - do I have to do a monologue?
Again, you don't HAVE to do anything, but if you show up, you'll get the points. A monologue doesn't have to be something from a play. It can also be a short story you've prepared about your song and why you chose it. Think of it like rehearsed banter for a gig. You might be a gigging musician or a pop star one day and you might need to relate to your audience with spoken word. Or, you might have to give a speech at work or in school. This exercise will put apples in your public speaking basket!
Where can I find a monologue?
Here are a couple of resources for short monologues.
Monologues for Kids
https://www.dramanotebook.com/monologues-kids/
https://www.dailyactor.com/monologues-for-kids/
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/monologues-for-kids-72732/
Monologues for Teens
www.dramanotebook.com/monologues-teenagers/
www.dailyactor.com/monologues-for-teens/
www.backstage.com/magazine/article/monologues-for-teens-73115/
Why are we doing this?
We believe in the power of performance experience and fun! We believe in creating positive performance experiences so kids want to keep getting up and performing and practicing their craft. We believe in creating achievable goals for kids to work towards. Our mission is to create an educational, informative and entertaining event for participants that will give them the tools they need to be successful in the future. Our motto is "Success happens when preparation meets opportunity."
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Contact Christine Keene at christine@solsticevocalarts.com or (907) 227-9351. Please add Christine to your safe email senders as well!
SPONSORS
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