Musical Theatre of Anthem Announces Auditions for BE MORE CHILL on October 1 and and Audition Prep Workshop on September 29

 

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces auditions for Be More Chill for ages14-18, all youth are cast.

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? Although Be More Chill is recommended for ages 12 and up, we are requesting that audience and cast members be ages 14 and up due to cursing, dark humor, and crude jokes. Below are a couple of websites with more information on the show and teenagers. Please know that at MTA we will make sure the musical is presented in a tasteful manner, will adhere to the PG-13 rating, and ensure the message of the show, which is to be yourself. This Sci-Fi Musical explores parts of high school that everyone goes through, like trying to fit in, wanting to impress someone you like, feeling like an outcast and even losing a good friend along the way, but it also shows deep messages on how technology is taking over our society.

AUDITIONS: Saturday, October 1, 2022:

• 9:00 a.m. – Auditions for workshop participants (A-L)

• 9:30 a.m. – Auditions for workshop participants (M-Z)

• 10:00 a.m. – General Auditions

• Dance Call 1: Sunday, October 2 @ 9:00 a.m.

• Dance Call 2: Sunday, October 2 @ 9:45 a.m.

• Callbacks: Sunday, October 2 @ 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: MTA’s theatre performance space at 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem, AZ 85086

COST: The tuition and costume fee for this production is $325 for youth ages 14-18, 10% sibling discount. Sibling discount on 2nd registration will be refunded via PayPal within 24 hours of payment received. Scholarships available.

DETAILS: Please bring a musical theatre song (or any song they are comfortable with), 16-32 bars or one minute in length. Bring an accompaniment with CD or mobile device to sing with. You may also sing acapella if needed. Have your registration materials completed prior to coming to the audition. For materials and additional information and to reserve your spot, visit MTA’s website www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

AUDITION PREP WORKSHOPS:

Audition Preparation Workshops will be held at MTA on Thursday, September 29, from 4:30p.m.-6:00p.m. and Friday, September 30, from 4:30p.m.-6:00p.m. During these 90-minute sessions, participants will be instructed on cold reads, acting technique, characterization and more.  Participants of the workshops will get to audition prior to the general audition time. Cost is just $35, and space is limited.  There is a 10% sibling discount.  For more information and to reserve your spot, visit www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

PERFORMANCES: Performances take place DECEMBER 8 - 11, 2022:

Thu. 12/8: 7 p.m. | Fri. 12/9: 7 p.m. | Sat. 12/10: 3 p.m., 7 p.m. | Sun. 12/11: 1 p.m., 4 p.m.