Open Call a.k.a. Cattle Call

An open call, a.k.a cattle call, is an open audition-open to anyone who wants to audition. Performers are seen briefly before a panel of directors. This is a common type of mass audition for theatre, film, and television.

Who participates?

Open/cattle call is MANDATORY for theater majors and anyone wanting to be cast. It is optional, though encouraged, for minors.

Eligibility

All undergrad and graduate students enrolled for at least one credit at Kansas State University are allowed to audition. You are not required to be a theatre major or minor.

What is required?

Prepare a one-to-two minute monologue and sixteen bars from the pop/rock genre, if you are a singer. Accompanist provided, bring sheet music. If you are not a Theatre or Music Theatre major and do not have a monologue or song prepared, there will be something available for you to read and you may sing a capella.

When is the open/cattle call?

Open/cattle call is on Tuesday, Aug. 23 from 6:00pm -11pm in Chapman Theatre in Nichols Hall. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition.  You will need to fill out paperwork with your contact info and scheduling conflicts. If you do not sign up in advance, come anyway!  You may have to wait a little longer, but you will be seen. You will need to fill out paperwork before auditioning, so arrive early. There is a chance that you will have to wait before being seen by directors, so please plan accordingly.  If you want to complete the paperwork in advance (two copies require) the document is  HERE.

When are Callbacks?

Wednesday, August 24 (Bug) and Thursday, August 25 (The Rocky Horror Show). The Callback list is posted on the bulletin board by the Theatre AND on this blog, kstatemtd.com. More General Info HERE.

Questions and Concerns

Still have some questions? Have a conflict on audition night? Please email Jennifer Vellenga as soon as possible so we can do our best to accommodate you.