Auditions

• The West Valley College Theater Department welcomes all students, employees and community members to audition for our shows.
• All cast members are required to enroll in THEA 20 (A, B, C, or D or THEA 70 (A, B, C, or D) to participate in the production. Registration must take place by the Friday of the first week of school.
• The West Valley College Theater is committed to a policy of diversity and inclusivity in casting. Roles will be cast on the basis of merit, without regard to race or ethnicity.
• All auditioning actors have the option to do a prepared monologue, but this is not required.
• The audition process requires that prospective actors completely fill out the audition form.
• The director of each production makes the final decision regarding casting with input from the department.
• If, in the opinion of the director, a suitable cast cannot be selected from those who have auditioned, auditions may be extended beyond the original schedule, or else specific individuals may be invited to fill the need.

West Valley College Theater Department strives to cast a mix of skilled and unskilled actors that are representative of our entire student body.

Professionalism is learning the skills and aims of one’s profession, and then striving to uphold those ideals to the best of one’s ability.

Professionalism is excellence, commitment, and personal integrity. Professionalism is respect for oneself, respect for one’s work and respect for the work of others. Professionalism has to do with one’s attitude and approach to work rather than the fame or financial rewards achieved.

In order for us to achieve our creative potential, we must not only study the techniques of our craft, we must also develop in ourselves a standard of professionalism that shows we respect our art and the other people who practice it.

Cultivating a professional attitude is an essential component to all training. As actors and crew members, we must continually strive to commit ourselves to the highest standards of excellence in all that we are called upon to do.

Each cast and crew member has value and is entitled to dignity and respect, regardless of age, class, color, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Never forget that training with others is a privilege, and the process and the work is larger than ourselves. We strive to maintain a climate based on mutual respect and understanding. We pledge to treat each other with dignity and respect throughout this rehearsal and run.

Casted actors will be asked to sign this contract.

I agree by signing this contract to adhere to the following principles. I agree to:

• Accept the role I have been offered
• Read the entire schedule and immediately report any conflicts
• Check the callboard/my email every day for any new information
• Be on time (early!) for every rehearsal and performance
• Be on time (early!) for my costume fittings
• Be off book by the date on the schedule
• Silence my cell phone as I enter rehearsals and performances and stay off it until I am dismissed for the day
• Not gossip about fellow actors, the director or the production
• Go directly to the director or stage manager with any issues or problems that arise
• Leave personal problems at the stage door
• Be polite, positive, and treat everyone on the production with respect and dignity
• Respect other actors’ warmups and pre-entrance preparations
• Not harass or intimidate anyone on the production in any way
• Be ready in the wings for my entrance
• Not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in costume or in the wings unless required by performance
• Under no condition will I show up under the influence of alcohol or any other drug
• Do what I can to be a strong, positive contribution to this team

I understand that if I don’t adhere to these principles, I could be asked to leave the production.strong>

Crew members will be asked to sign this contract.

I agree by signing this contract to adhere to the following principles. I agree to:

• Accept the crew position I have been offered
• Read the entire schedule and immediately report any conflicts
• Check the callboard/my email every day for any new information
• Be on time (early!) for every rehearsal and performance
• Learn my responsibilities for pre-show, performance, and post-show duties
• Be attentive to the production team, including the TD, Director, and Stage Managers
• Go directly to the director or stage manager with any issues or problems that arise
• Respect the theater and its tools, and recognize the danger that using them improperly can cause
• Safely perform only the tasks that I have been trained to complete
• Wear all black clothing and close-toed shoes in the backstage areas
• Keep my workspace clean and organized
• Silence my cell phone as I enter rehearsals and performances and stay off it until I am dismissed for the day
• Stay in my assigned areas and be ready in the wings to perform my tasks
• Be polite, positive, and treat everyone on the production with respect and dignity
• Not harass or intimidate anyone on the production in any way
• Stay calm under pressure and ask questions when in doubt about anything
• Not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in the wings
• Under no condition will I show up under the influence of alcohol or any other drug
• Do what I can to be a strong, positive contribution to this team

I understand that if I don’t adhere to these principles, I could be asked to leave the production. strong>

Stage managers will be asked to sign this contract.

I agree by signing this contract to adhere to the following principles. I agree to:

• Accept the stage management position I have been given.
• Understand my schedule, call times, and be early and prepared to work for every rehearsal and performance.
• Leave my cell phone on silent or vibrate mode and only use it sparingly and for business as it pertains to the production. If I must answer or place a phone call for stage management purposes, I will step outside the rehearsal space to do so without interrupting the work in the room.
• Be polite, positive, and treat everyone on the production with respect and dignity
• Keep my cool under pressure and ask questions when in doubt about anything.
• Go directly to the director with any issues or problems that arise
• Not to eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum in the booth or in the wings.
• Keep my workspace clean.
• Be attentive to the Technical Director, Artistic Team, and Directors
• Respect tools, props, set pieces, and rigging system.
• Safely perform only the tasks that I have been trained to complete
• Under no condition will I show up under the influence of alcohol or any other drug.
• Do what I can to be a strong, positive contribution to this team.

I understand that if I don’t adhere to these principles, I could be asked to leave the production.

View the Stage Management Guidebook.