Auditions for CBSA’s production of Cinderella at the Majestic Theatre are OPEN!!
We are honored to be producing Cinderella at San Antonio’s Downtown Historic Majestic Theatre. The Majestic Theatre has seen the biggest and greatest talent in the entertainment industry for decades — from Prince to Julio Iglesias to countless Broadway tours and the worlds most renowned comedians. Now the Majestic Theatre is hosting CBSA! Come and join us for the opportunity of a lifetime!
REHEARSALS BEGIN JANUARY 27TH.
FOR FURTHER AUDITION INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL OUR AUDITION COORDINATOR.
WE WILL SEE YOU ON AUDITION DAY!
Open Auditions for Cinderella
January 19 & 20, 2024
Calling All Artists age 3+
The Children's Ballet of San Antonio invites Dancers (all disciplines! hip-hop, folklorico, ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary), Gymnasts, Actors, Vocalists, Musicians and Musical Theatre artists ages 3 to 19 to audition for Cinderella!
Cinderella will be presented on May 10 & 11, 2024 at the Majestic Theatre. All artists will be cast in roles to showcase and highlight their individual talents and strengths. Special needs artists are encouraged to audition. Artists will also have the opportunity to work with Master Ballet Teachers along with fantastic choreographers!
Special Needs Artist Auditions*
When: Friday, January 19 - Special Needs Artists at 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Where: Dance Center of San Antonio
126 W. Rector, Ste 120
San Antonio, TX 78212
*This audition is for Special Needs artists who would benefit from a more relaxed audition atmosphere. Artists will be in an intimate group with the Artistic Director who will assess their full potential. If your Special Needs artist would like to audition with their age group on Saturday, please let us know. Email the Audition Coordinator. Special Needs parents will need to be on-site with the auditioner for the duration of the audition.
General Auditions:
When: Saturday, January 20, 2024
Where: Dance Center of San Antonio
126 W. Rector, Ste 120
San Antonio, TX 78212
General Audition times:
(Please use as a guide. Confirmed audition times will be assigned closer to the date. Inclusive Special Needs audition available this date with their age group; please email the Audition Coordinator for next steps. Auditioners must arrive at least 30 minutes before audition time for check-in.)
Vocalists***, age 8+: 10:30 -11:30 am
Musicians, age 8+ (all instruments and styles): 11:00-11:30 am
Actors/Narrators****, age 8+: 11:30 am -12:00 pm
Dancers (males & females), age 3-4: 12:00 -12:30 pm
Dancers (males & females), age 5-6: 12:30 -1:30 pm
Gymnasts, age 6+: 1:00 -1:30 pm
Dancers, age 7-8 (males & females) Ballet/Jazz/Contemp/Hip-hop**: 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Dancers, age 9-10 (females) Ballet/Jazz/Contemp/Hip-hop**: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Dancers, ages 6-8 & 13+ (males & females) Tap & Folklorico: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Dancers, age 9-12 (males) Ballet/Jazz/Contemp/Hip-hop**: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Dancers, age 11-12 (females) Ballet/Jazz/Contemp/Hip-hop**: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Dancers, ages 9-12 (males & females) Tap & Folklorico: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Dancers, age 13+ (males & females) Ballet/Jazz/Contemp/Hip-hop**: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
For all auditioners:
Check-in time: 30 minutes before audition (Headshot will be taken before audition. Please arrive on time with required hair and attire.)
**If auditioning for hip-hop, please bring sneakers.
***Artists must be able to read proficiently.
****No artists under 8 years of age. Artists must be able to read proficiently.
Prepared audition material:
If artist is 13+, an advanced, proficient dancer en pointe, and would like to be considered for an advanced role, we will be sending a suggested variation before the audition.
Actors: Artists must be able to read proficiently. Please prepare a fun/funny monologue 30 seconds - 1 minute long.
Vocalists: No artists under 10 years of age. Artists must be able to read proficiently. Vocalists will need to prepare 32 bars (45 seconds - 1 minute) of an upbeat musical theatre or pop song. Parents please email the instrumental/karaoke track link to our Head of MT.
Required Dress code:
ACTORS/GYMNASTS/VOCALS:
Girls: black spaghetti-strap tank top or black sleeveless leotard, leggings or bottoms that allow them to move comfortably; Boys: white shirt and black shorts or clothing that allows them to move comfortably. Girls should wear their hair in a bun.
DANCERS:
Girls: black spaghetti-strap leotard or black sleeveless leotard (required for headshot), pink or skin tone ballet tights, and ballet shoes; Boys: white shirt and black tights/leggings, ballet shoes; Folklorico practice skirt and shoes if applicable. Tap shoes if applicable. Hip-hop will audition with sneakers. Girls should wear their hair in a bun. Boys should have long hair pulled back.
A headshot will be taken on-site at the audition and dress code is important for the photo. All audition attire can be purchased at our sponsor, Tutus & Ribbons Boutique. Please visit their Facebook page for hours and contact information. https://www.facebook.com/Tutus-and-Ribbons-144217394437509
Training requirements: CBSA is not a training organization. We are a performance organization looking for artists who demonstrate proficiency in their desired discipline. Artists offered a role are required to be actively training in their discipline during the production season at a facility of their choice. Please be advised that we will ask for training information if we did not already receive it during auditions.
Rehearsals: Regular rehearsals will be held every Saturday between 12:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., starting with limited rehearsals on September 9. Regular rehearsals will begin Saturday, January 27, 2024 @ DCSA studios. Vocalists will rehearse on Friday evenings. Lead roles may rehearse during the week at our studio sponsor, DCSA.
Rehearsal schedules are released on a weekly basis at the beginning of each week.
Attendance: Rehearsal attendance is mandatory; absences are handled on a case-by-case basis. More than 1 absence needs to be evaluated at the discretion of the Director. Most of those younger than 7 years old, will start rehearsals after choreography has been set for the older dancers they may share the stage with. We have several breaks built into the rehearsal schedule (Spring break, Easter break). It takes a strong commitment to the rehearsal process in order to produce the high-quality shows CBSA is known for. Dr notes or excuses are accepted for illness. If your artist is ill, please do not send them. If you have concerns or questions, please email the Program Manager.
Fees: Audition fee is $25, non-refundable, and must be paid before audition. One group role is guaranteed for casting. Upon accepting casting results from CBSA's audition, the performance fee will be $200 + $25 costume fee for the 1st group role. If offered an additional role(s) beyond the first group role, accepting the additional role(s) will require a $25 additional performance fee for each additional role. (Performance fees cover a part of administrative and costume costs associated with additional roles. Performance fees do not cover required costume undergarments, dance shoes, tights.) Audition fee is not refundable to applicants who chose not to participate in the production. Audition fee & performance fee is waived for special needs artists. Ages 3-8 will be cast in one role for one show. We have been doing this for several years and find that this works best for this age group.
Special Needs: The goal is for CBSA to work closely with Special Needs artists and their families to allow for full participation in professional-level CBSA productions. Special Needs artists may need on-site supervision during rehearsals based on individual needs. During tech week, dress rehearsals, and shows, Special Needs artists will need a parent-approved personal chaperone on-site at all times.
Why should your artist join CBSA? CBSA productions feature a cast entirely made up of children ages 3 to 19! Therefore we are able to offer each dancer unparalleled opportunities to perform and to train as they work with Master Ballet Teachers, Choreographers, and Coaches in rehearsal. Each artist receives individual attention from our rehearsal directors and has the opportunity to dance in highlighted and lead roles!
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