MP Secs Packet

ZEPHYR PLAYERS
COMMUNITY THEATER
INFORMATION HANDBOOK
Community Auditions: May 4, 11:00 – 3:00
Performances: July 18 – 21, 2019
Section 1: Audition Information

Section 2: Student Edition Cast Information
Section 3: Community Cast Information
Section 4: Actor Expectations
Section 5: Crew and Volunteer Information
Section 6: Venue and Tickets
Section 7: Contact and Questions
Attached: Calendars (Student Edition and Community Cast)
1. AUDITION INFORMATION
Date: May 4, 2018
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Jane Bergstrom Fine Arts Education Center
1050 Zephyr Drive, Neenah WI
- Auditions are open to all ages; no experience needed.

- Please prepare a one-minute song.
- Accompaniment will not be provided.
- A piano and CD player will be available – use is not required.
- Monologues and readings will be accepted, but not required.
- You may be asked to read a small cutting from the script, which will be provided
- An audition form, distributed at the time of auditions, must be completed before
entering the audition room.
- Anyone wanting to audition can arrive anytime within the three-hour period. We
will take auditions in the order in which forms are submitted.
**Cast lists will be distributed via email to the email provided on your audition form.**
2. STUDENT EDITION CAST INFORMATION

The Student Edition is a new, FREE program for students to experience theater in an
educational environment. Students will produce an abridged version of the community
production and will perform it twice during the same weekend as the full community
production.
- Students must be between the age of 8 and 16.

- SE cast members will meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from
9:00 to 11:00 a.m. (see attached calendar).
- SE cast members are only allowed two excused absences, which must be
approved at least one week prior. Tech dates inexcusable.
- Failure to follow attendance rules may result in a casting change.
- SE cast must be checked in to rehearsal no later than the time they are called.
- Some of the Wednesday rehearsals will be optional, professional theater
workshops. More info will be released.
3. COMMUNITY CAST INFORMATION
St. Mary Catholic Schools is proud to open its doors to the community, inviting anyone
interested to be part of theatrical storytelling. Young to old and inexperienced to
seasoned actors – we welcome you to join us!
- All actors auditioning will be cast in the production.
- A variety of rehearsals will be held during the months of June and July.
- Cast members are expected to attend all rehearsals that they are scheduled to be
at.
- Cast members are allowed only three excused absences, which must be
approved at least one week prior. Tech dates inexcusable.
- Failure to follow attendance rules may result in a casting change.
- Cast members must be checked in to rehearsal no later than the time they are
called.
4. ACTOR EXPECTATIONS
Actor Etiquette – Actors are responsible for their own actions during the production
process. Actors must be respectful toward any personnel associated with St. Mary
Catholic School (SMCS) and Community Zephyr Players. Any inappropriate actions will
not be tolerated and can result in a casting change.
Costumes – Most costumes will be provided by the costume department. Some actors
may be asked to provide their own character shoes, underclothing and additional
general items that an actor may already own (black pants, etc.). No actor should feel
pressured into purchasing something specifically for the production. If an actor is unable
to provide an item that is requested, he/she should contact the production manager.
Makeup – Basic makeup should be worn by all actors during final dress rehearsals and
performances. We ask that each actor provide his/her own makeup and application
tools to ensure cleanliness and sanitation. A foundation, eyeliner, and blush are three
basic makeups that are commonly used. More information about makeup use and
application will be discussed closer to dress rehearsals. Makeup is not required for
student under the age of 16.
SMCS Property Use – All actors must respect any SMCS property and equipment used
during the production. Actors are permitted only in rooms that are reserved for the
production and will not be allowed access to additional rooms within the building.
Actors must also follow the respective rules for each space. No food or drink is allowed
within the Jane Bergstrom Fine Arts Education Center, including the house/audience,
main stage, black box, and green room/dressing room areas.
5. CREW AND VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
It takes many people to keep our productions functioning. We ask for assistance from
anyone interested in the following areas:
Build Crew - We schedule a list of flexible dates for people to help us build scenery,
paint, create costumes, construct props and help us prep the theater for the production.
Run Crew - Run crew is a nine-day commitment from July 13-21. We seek crew to move
scenery, manage props, run lights and spotlights, engineer sound equipment, and
manage the production.
Lobby Team - An online sign-up will be created to arrange individuals to help with
house managing, ushering, box office, baking, concession and flower organization.
Production Team - If you are interested in being involved with any aspect of the
production process, please contact the director by sending a brief letter of interest and
resume.
6. VENUE AND TICKETS

Reserved seating to all performance will be available at showtix4u.com. Tickets are also
available at the ticket counter in the theater lobby, open one hour prior to each
performance.
All auditions, rehearsals and performances will take place in the Jane Bergstrom Fine
Arts Education Center on the campus of St. Mary Catholic Schools. 1050 Zephyr Drive,
Neenah, WI. Please use Door 9 for all normal occasions.
7. CONTACT AND QUESTIONS
Director
Hayden Kraus
hkraus@smcatholicschools.org
920-843-1993

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ZEPHYR PLAYERS

Community Auditions: May 4, 11:00 – 3:00

Performances: July 18 – 21, 2019

Section 1: Audition Information

- Auditions are open to all ages; no experience needed.

2. STUDENT EDITION CAST INFORMATION

- Students must be between the age of 8 and 16.

6. VENUE AND TICKETS

7. CONTACT AND QUESTIONS

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