Auditions
Spectacular Follies Presents
“Return to the 50s!”
Casting Call
Singers – Instrumentalists – Dancers – Specialty Acts – Showgirls
We are looking for entertainers over the age of 55 to volunteer for our 12th Spectacular Follies show, “Return to the 50s!”
- Vocalists (solo or ensemble)
- Dancers (solo or ensemble)
- Specialty Acts (performance groups, comedy routines, ventriloquist, instrumentalists, etc.)
- Showgirls
This year, you will be able to book your audition time slot here on the Spectacular Follies website. Please use the link below the audition schedule to navigate to our booking page.
WE WILL BE CLOSING OUR BOOKING ENGINE THIS COMING THURSDAY, APRIL 22, IN PREPARATION FOR AUDITIONS THIS WEEKEND.
You will still be able to book an audition through Friday, April 23, by calling Mary Dowling at 214-808-2944. Walk-ins at the auditions are welcome – we will find an audition slot for you but you may be asked to return at a later time. Your patience and understanding will be appreciated.
The Spectacular Follies will follow all COVID rules and regulations during auditions, including mask wearing and social distancing to keep everyone safe.
Requirements
- Entertainers must be at least 55 years old (by show date – September 16, 2021)
- All audition pieces must be 3 minutes or less in length
- Vocalists will sing their selected audition song
- Bring background CD, MP3 or sheet music in your key
- An accompanist will be available
- Solo Dancers provide their music CD, MP3 or sheet music
- Ensemble dancers will be taught an audition combination
- Showgirls should wear leotards/tights and heels and be prepared to move, pose and navigate stairs
- There will be space available for props, costumes, etc.
Audition Schedule
April 24, 2021 – Saturday
10:00 am: Vocalists (Males & Females)
1:30 pm: Specialty Acts (performance groups, comedy routines, ventriloquist, instrumentalists, etc.)
3:00 pm: Dancers – Solo
3:30 pm: Dance Ensemble (no solos)
4:30 pm: Specialty Acts (performance groups, comedy routines, ventriloquist, instrumentalists, etc.)
April 25, 2021 – Sunday
1:00 pm: Dance Ensemble (no solos)
2:00 pm: Specialty Acts (performance groups, comedy routines, ventriloquist, instrumentalists, etc.)
3:00 pm: Vocalists (Females)*
4:00 pm: Vocalists (Males)*
4:00 pm: Showgirls Audition
5:00 pm: Vocalists (Males/Females)
*Vocalists on Sunday afternoon are broken into male/female categories to allow our potential female cast members to audition for both Vocalist and Showgirls if they desire.
Location
United Disciples Christian Church
601 E Main St, Richardson, TX 75081
The Follies is not affiliated with this or any other church. We are a secular 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that welcomes everyone.
For more information contact Mary Dowling (214-808-2944) or auditions@spectacularfollies.com
2021 Open Casting Call
Spectacular Follies
Location: Richardson, Texas
Audition Dates: April 24 – 25, 2021
Talent Search In Dallas TX
Age requirement: Age 55 and over.
Looking for 100+ Vocalists, Dancers, Specialty Acts and Showgirls.
The Follies will run 5 performances at the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts September 16th – 19th, 2021. Cast members are required to be available for all rehearsals that begin 6 weeks prior to show opening unless prior conflicts have been approved by the Director.
The song or dance you perform at the audition may or may not be used in the actual production.
Run of show will be presented to the selected cast at a later date at the Follies Orientation Meeting.
We will have piano accompaniment at all auditions.
OPEN CASTING CALL AT A GLANCE
Male and Female Vocalists, Instrumentalists, and Dancers for the 2021 Follies
Female Showgirl Performers
Stand up Acts & Comedy Acts (PG / Family only)
Age 55 and over
SHOW: “Return to the 50s!”
Audition City: Richardson, TX
Audition Location: United Disciples Christian Church, 601 E Main Street, Richardson, TX 75081
The Follies is not affiliated with this or any other church. We are a secular 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that welcomes everyone.
2021 Showgirl Auditions
Spectacular Follies
Audition Date
April 25, 2021, 4:00 pm
Audition Information
- Age requirement: Age 55 and over.
- You may visit our Forms tabs to access the forms necessary to audition.
- Upon arrival, you will provide the forms to our audition staff and photo head shots will be taken before you audition. If you didn’t bring the forms with you, they will be available at the audition.
- There will be space available for props, costumes, etc.
- Please wear leotard, heels and tights.
- Must be able to walk, turn, pose and navigate stairs (stairs will be provided at audition) with poise and confidence.
Audition Location
United Disciples Christian Church
601 E Main Street, Richardson, TX 75081
Map
The Follies is not affiliated with this or any other church. We are a secular 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that welcomes everyone.
For more information, contact Mary Dowling at 214-808-2944 or auditions@spectacularfollies.com.
Audition Expectations
The Spectacular Follies will be following the suggested COVID guidelines during the audition process. Therefore, masks will be required during the audition process and should only be removed while getting your photograph taken and during your audition.
Here’s what you can expect during the audition process:
- You should plan to arrive at the audition location 30 minutes prior to your audition time slot.
- When you arrive at the audition location, you will check in with the Spectacular Follies audition staff.
- If you are auditioning as part of a group, all of your group members should be present.
- The audition staff will review your forms for completeness.
- Remember that forms are available online and, if possible, you should print and complete the required forms and bring them with you to expedite the process.
- If you need audition forms, they will be available at the audition site.
- You will be directed to our photographer to have your photo taken.
- If you are auditioning as part of a group, a group photo will be taken. All members of your group should be present for the photograph.
- You will be asked to remove your mask while the photo is taken.
- With completed forms and photograph in hand, you will go to the check-in table for final check-in.
- You will then be directed to a waiting area where you can relax while you wait your turn to dazzle our director. You may also wait in your car if you wish.
- When it is your turn to audition, you (or your group) will be brought to the audition area and introduced to our director.
- If your audition requires music (i.e., singing, dancing, etc.), you will provide the audition staff with your music CD, MP3 or sheet music.
- You should remove your mask for the audition.
- Audition!
- After your audition, you will congratulate yourself on a job well done.
- Due to COVID guidelines, you will be asked to leave the audition site.
- Call backs may be needed and, if so, you will be notified of the call back date/times.
- You will be notified within 10 days to 2 weeks if you have been selected for the show.
Forms Center
If you are auditioning for the Spectacular Follies, please complete the appropriate forms and bring them with you to your audition.
Forms will also be available at the audition, but completing the forms in advance will expedite the audition process.
Our forms are fillable PDFs which means they can be completed on your computer after they have been downloaded. It is recommended that you use Adobe Acrobat Reader (a free application) to complete the forms as the formatting requirements of the documents works best with that application.
If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download and install by following the link below:
Click on the blue “Download” button to download the forms. Forms will probably be downloaded to your “Downloads” folder.
If you prefer to complete your forms by hand, scroll down to find links to allow you to open and print the forms.
Everyone auditioning for the Follies must complete:
Rehearsal & Performance Absence Form
Photo Release Form
COVID Waiver
Auditions for solos (vocal, dance or instrumentalist), showgirls or dance ensemble must also complete:
Individual Audition Information Form
Auditions for groups or speciality acts must also complete:
Group & Specialty Act Audition Form
If you are auditioning as a group (i.e., dance group, speciality act, etc.), each member of the group must complete the Photo Release form and the Rehearsal Performance Schedule Absence form. The group leader should complete the Group & Speciality Audition form.
Forms to Complete by Hand
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: If auditioning as a group or speciality act, does each member of the group have to be 55 or over?
A: Yes, all Spectacular Follies cast members must be 55 or over, even if they are part of a group or speciality act.
Q: If auditioning as part of a group or speciality act, do I need to complete an Individual Audition form?
A: No, your group leader must complete the Group and Speciality Act form which contains the required information for each member of the group. However, each member of a group or speciality act must complete the Photo Release form and Rehearsal Schedule absence form.
Q: Can I audition for more than one act?
A: Absolutely! You can audition for multiple categories. You will need to set up an audition for each category though. For example, if you want to audition as a vocalist, you will schedule an audition for Vocalist/Instrumentalist. If you’d also like to audition for the dance ensemble, schedule another audition for the dance ensemble. If you are also in a group or speciality act, the group leader would schedule a third audition for that. Show us all your talents!
Q: If auditioning as a solo vocalist, do I also need to schedule an audition for the vocal ensemble?
A: No, a separate audition is not required for vocalists. Everyone who auditions as a solo vocalist will also be considered for the vocal ensemble.
Q: If I don’t want to be a soloist but would like to audition for the vocal ensemble, what do I need to do?
A: Schedule an audition for one of the Vocalist/Instrumentalist time slots and then, when you complete the Individual Audition form, specify on that form that you would like to audition for “Vocal Ensemble.” That’s it!
Q: If auditioning for a dance solo, do I need to schedule an audition for the dance ensemble?
A: Yes, you would need to schedule two auditions: one for the dance solo and one for the dance ensemble During the dance ensemble audition, our choreographer will teach a dance routine to the group as part of the audition.
Q: If I’m auditioning with a group or speciality act that includes dance and would also like to be in the dance ensemble, do I need to schedule an audition for the dance ensemble?
A: Yes, you would need a separate audition for the dance ensemble. During the dance ensemble audition, our choreographer will teach a dance routine to the group as part of the audition.