PlayCV Productions

For Elementary Schools

Show TBD

For Middle Schools

Show TBD

General Information

Auditions

We will be streamlining the process this year, and all students who are enrolled into the program will be joining the cast. During the first rehearsals, each student will be given the opportunity to audition. Prior experience is not needed, and we will send out everything needed to show us how they can shine on stage! We will review everything in person on both audition days so no stress, be sure and let your kids know they should come ready to have fun and no need to feel intimidated. We just want to see everyone do their best so we can assign roles that best fit each child.

Making the Cast

All enrolled students will make the cast. The final cast list will be posted during the second week of rehearsals. Casting decisions are determined by a variety of factors. We will do our best to honor the kids indications if they prefer a leading or supporting role. That being said, we know many students will all want the same part which is not possible for everyone. So we're hoping this will be a lesson in being a team player, supporting friends and participating in whatever role is given.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals will take place after school for 2 hours, twice per week beginning the week of October 15th, 2024.

Performances

Each cast will participate in 2 performances on the BIG STAGE at the Castro Valley Center for Performing Arts, during the weekends of January 18-19 or January 24, 24, and 26. Exact dates and times for each school have yet to be determined.

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FAQs

What parts are available?

‍Take a peek at the MTI show page (Link coming soon!) for a complete list of characters. All roles are available. There will be some roles that are larger than others. All will require singing, dancing and acting. Some will require solos, but there are smaller parts that will only require group singing and dancing and minimal lines. Students will be able to indicate their preference between a large or small role if they would like.

Will kids have to audition alone?

‍‍During auditions, we will have all the kids together practice the song and dance a couple times. We will then divide them into groups and see them perform the dance in a small group. Afterward, each student will sing their song as a solo in front of only the Directors and the other kids in their small group. They will also perform their line reading/recitation individually in front of the directors and small group. Auditions only serve the purpose of making specific casting decisions. All enrolled students will join the cast.

Will all kids interested get to participate?

‍All students who enroll in the program will get to participate. However, we only have slots for 35 students at each school. We anticipate more students than that will be interested. If the program becomes full, we will have a waitlist that students can join. If and when space opens up, we can pull students from the waitlist and add them to the cast.

Is there any way for kids to participate who do not want to sing/dance/act?

We may have some ability to have kids participate as crew for the show. Reach out to us at info@playcv.org if this is something that is of interest to your student.

Where does my kid go for rehearsal afterschool?

All students enrolled in any PlayCV program, include Theatre, check in at the cafeteria immediately after the last bell afterschool. From there, they will receive a snack and then be escorted to the rehearsal space on campus.

What if my child doesn't want the role they're given?

‍Auditions will help us find the best fit for each role. We will also do our best to honor the kids indications if they prefer a leading or supporting role. That being said, we know many students will all want the same part which is not possible for everyone. So we're hoping this will be a lesson in being a team player, supporting friends and participating in whatever role is given. Any student who is unwilling to play a particular role should let us know immediately after casting and we'll sadly release them from the role and replace them.

My kid is enrolled in The Full PLAY program, can they still join the cast?

Yes, PlayCV Productions is one of the enrichment class options available to students in The Full PLAY / The CLUB. Since rehearsals are twice a week, you can opt to substitute the theatre program for two of the enrichment class options for that session.

Where can I find more school specific information about the theatre program?

We have a ParentSquare group at each school that we use to publish site specific information and to communicate with cast members and families. Check out the ParentSquare group called "PlayCV Productions (Theatre Program)" and join to stay up to date.