[Capdist-auditions] Calling ALL Directors!!

Tue Sep 20 20:53:41 EDT 2011

SLOC MUSICAL THEATER

Show Submission 2012-2013 Season

www.sloctheater.org

Re:  Calling ALL Directors!!

Dear Directorial Candidates:

SLOC Musical Theater is beginning the show selection process for its
upcoming 2012-2013 season.  As you may have heard, the Schenectady Light
Opera Company is extremely proud and excited about its new location at 427
Franklin Street in downtown Schenectady.  During SLOC's current season, area
theater-goers will have the opportunity to enjoy quality theatrical
productions in this beautiful, state-of-the-art facility.  Please join us in
this exciting time and consider entering a submission to the Show
Recommendation Committee as a directorial candidate!

The attached Show Submission Form should be completed and returned to me by
Saturday October 15, 2011. Please be sure to provide your updated e-mail
information as part of your reply, regardless of whether or not you submit a
show.  For each show, please indicate the time slot you prefer:  1st -
October 2012, 2nd - December 2012, 3rd - February 2013, 4th - March 2013 and
5th - May 2013.  Please be aware that ANY of these slots could be allotted
to a Youth Production, so directors should feel free to submit youth options
for any of the available time slots for consideration. Information about
cast size is extremely important.  The Committee needs to know the number
and breakdown of the cast you intend to use (i.e. 4 males, 5 females, 10
chorus).  If you have already secured a creative team (musical directors,
choreographers, producers, set and lighting designers, etc.), it will
greatly enhance your overall submission.  Of particular importance is the
confirmation of a musical director for each show submitted.  If the musical
director you have secured does not play the piano, then you must have ideas
for rehearsal accompanists to assist you on your project.  Any other
information that you feel would assist the Committee should be added under
the "Comments" section of the Show Submission Form.  Information in this
section may include comments on suitability of plot, costume or set design,
or any unique production ideas you may have.  Please note:  if your artistic
vision of a show is different than the universal expectation, you must
present your ideas, in detail, at the time of your submission.  It is
imperative that the director's artistic concept of the show does not violate
the licensing contract.  Availability of rights and royalties are taken into
consideration.

SLOC welcomes ALL directors to submit.  Prior directing experience at SLOC
is not a requirement.  In addition to submitting the Show Submission Form,
please attach a current resume including directorial and production
experience.  Acting in the capacity of a SLOC Director is presently a
volunteer position.  Currently, SLOC requires each of the Key members of the
production team (director, assistant director, producer, musical director,
choreographer and stage manager) to sign a criminal affirmation.  This is
requested to ensure a safe, secure working environment for all production
members.  

SLOC does provide each production with an artistic budget, paid pit
orchestra, and payment for all royalties.  The Committee will present their
recommendation to the SLOC Board of Directors for approval in December 2011.
In considering SLOC's 2012-2013 season, the Committee is looking to present
a group of shows that are diverse in style (something for everyone);
therefore, consider all categories when making your submissions.  Examples
of various styles include, but are not limited to: classics/"chestnuts",
regional premieres, operettas, rock operas, family favorites, musical revues
and more!  The SLOC Board of Directors will make final determinations
regarding the approved submissions, and notification will be given in
writing. 

I would like to thank you in advance for taking the time and effort to
consider a submission for our upcoming season.  It is well appreciated by
the company, our membership, and our faithful audiences.  Please forward all
submission to me at either jfig2 at aol.com (preferred) or 7 Santa Lane,
Schenectady, NY  12306.   SLOC appreciates your interest and commitment to
helping us provide quality musical theater.

Sincerely,

Jane Figueroa

Jane Figueroa

SLOC Chairperson of Show Recommendation Committee

(518) 428-9500                       

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