Do I really need an audition appointment?
Yes. To attend an audition you must pre-arrange an appointment. That way we know how many scripts to prepare for a given day. Some directors even split up days according to age groups.
How do I make an audition appointment?
Call the Discovery hotline 859-254-4546 ext 310. You leave the required information and an LCT representative will call you back to confirm your appointment.
What information do I leave on the Discovery Audition Hotline?
The name of an adult we can call to schedule the appointment.
A daytime phone number (9AM to 5 PM) for that adult.
The name and age of any children auditioning.
Any other information that is described on the hotline for a particular production.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move without risk of embarrassment, but does not mask the size and shape of your body. If you are called back it is a good idea to wear the same clothing you wore on the day of the audition.
All auditionees should bring a pen or pencil, and some “quiet” activity (homework or books are highly recommended as the process can be a lot of hurry up and wait) and don’t forget your $1.00 for your photo. If you are a student you should bring a parent.
No. But if you're serious about this business and have been in several productions or taken several classes you should create one. Bringing it with you will mean it takes you less time to fill out your audition form.
When you arrive at the theatre you will go to the check-in desk and turn in your audition packet (provided to you after you arrange your appointment) and then have your picture taken, (Don’t forget to bring $1 to pay for the picture). During the actual audition you may play some improvisational games and or/ you may be asked to read from the script.
It’s best to think that you are auditioning at all times from the moment you walk in the door until you leave the building. We do watch how you behave while waiting, while standing in line, while others are performing... all of these things tell us how you will behave during the rehearsal and performance process.
The front has your vital statistics so we know how to get hold of you (and your parents), your availability for callbacks and rehearsals, a space for listing conflicts, a photo waiver, and a place to indicate the maximum number of school days you (and your teacher) think you can miss.
The back of the audition form is a place to list your theatre experiences, training and special talents. Resumes are encouraged but not required.
There is a space for your mugshot. They will be taken that day by LCT staff. A photo is mandatory, no substitutes. With the number of people coming through the door it is important that your picture is of you, in the clothes that you wore to the audition that day.