HMS Theatre

Monday, November 11, 2019

Our Spring 2020 Musical will be . . .

Book By Douglas Carter Beane

Music and Lyrics ByJeff Lynne and John Farrar

Click the link to learn more about the show: https://www.mtishows.com/xanadu-jr

Xanadu Tony Awards Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w02xPH5uUtI

Xanadu Broadway Soundtrack: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjMolyvmqMD4xwBz6apdmXLXZVjVoThW9

AUDITIONS: February 3, 4 AND 5
PERFORMANCES: April 16, 17 AND 18

**CHECK THE THEATRE BOARD AND LISTEN TO ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR AUDITION INFORMATION**

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Tied to the Tracks tickets are on sale NOW!! This year we have reserved seating so be sure to get your tickets in advance to secure the best seats! Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

The Audition Workshop for the Fall Play is Wednesday, August 27 from 3:00-4:00 in the auditorium!! Everyone auditioning should plan to attend!!

Thursday, August 22, 2019

MUSICAL MELODRAMA AUDITION TIPS

Before the Audition

- Get to know the show! Read script samples, listen to the
songs, watch videos, watch/research melodramas, etc.
You can find lots of information on the HMS Theatre Site under
the Theatre Productions tab:
http://heritagemstheatre.blogspot.com/p/theatre-productions.
html

- Read the audition materials carefully! If you don’t understand
something, ask someone!

- Prepare your song! Be sure to practice and plan to sing with
accompaniment. If you don’t know how to pronounce
something, look it up! Make sure you understand the context
of the song. Plan to sing your song in character with
expression. Plan out movements and gestures that fit with the
song and the character! Remember, this is a melodrama so
everything you do should be extremely exaggerated and over
the top!

- Check out the Theatre Productions section of the HMS theatre
site: http://heritagemstheatre.blogspot.com/

This section has sample songs, audition cuttings, information
about characters, etc.

- Research Melodrama! The style for melodrama is different
than what most actors are used to. The characters are very
stereotypical and over the top!

- Plan to attend the Audition Workshop on
Wednesday, August 28 from 3:00-4:00!
This workshop will provide you with lots of tips and information
you will need to know for your audition! You will also get to
practice the audition songs!

- Don’t forget to proofread your audition form for errors!

- Sign up for an audition time! Write the time down so you will
remember!

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Welcome Back!!! We are so excited for HMS theatre productions and classes this year!! If you are in one of the classes, you can access your class content and links using the tabs above. If you are interested in our outside of class theatre productions, there is a helpful tab with information above.

Audition Sign Ups and Packets for our Fall Show have been posted on the HMS Theatre Board outside of room 121!! Be sure to grab a packet and sign up soon! For more information, see the theatre productions tab above or ask Mrs. Wheeler.