Our audition rehearsals for our end of year production are underway and in full swing. This part of the year always brings so much joy as the children are really excited and enthusiastic about the audition process, practice and of course the big performances. I am extremely looking forward to supporting them in developing their roles and watching their confidence flourish. The auditions for this year’s production of Ali Baba and the Bongo Bandits will take place on Monday 16th May 2016, where all children will perform a particular scene in pre-allocated groups. These will then be followed by singing auditions for the children hoping to sing a solo.
It is impossible for us to please every child in such situations – particularly so this year as they are all so desperate for specific roles – and so inevitably there will always be a bit of disappointment. Children really rise to the occasion on audition day due to the high competition and this only makes the process more difficult. The audition process is a fair one – parts are awarded purely on merit in the auditions, not on previous behaviour or roles in prior performances.
I would hope that most children, if not all, are happy with their allocated parts but it is understandable to be feeling a bit sad next week if things don’t quite work out the way everyone hopes. Please remember that every role in the play is as necessary and important as another. Every child will make a significant contribution to the play, regardless of how many lines they have, what they look like or whether they sing a solo or not. Such a production can only be a success with everyone fully accepting and embracing the roles they are allocated.
Good luck everyone!
Mrs H 🙂
