Oakton Seeks Students and Community Members for Auditions
Oakton Seeks Talented Students and Community Members for Exciting Auditions
The Six Piano Ensemble has performed internationally and locally, including at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Chicago Civic Opera House. Des Plaines, Ill (Aug. 16, 2024) - Embrace the opportunity to grow and connect with fellow performing artists at Oakton College. Sign up for auditions and become part of the vibrant performing arts community, which includes musical concerts, stage plays and more.
"We're excited to open our doors to passionate performers and musicians," said Robert Gynn, chair of the Speech, Theater and Performing Arts Center at Oakton. "Our auditions are not just about finding talent; they're about building a community where creativity and collaboration thrive."
String Ensemble The String Ensemble, directed by faculty member Daniel Golden, is looking for experienced violin, viola, cello and double bass players to join their performances. The fall 2024 repertoire includes works by Corelli, Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi and Carl Nielsen.
Audition Details:
When: Multiple dates and times available.
Contact: To schedule an audition or for more information, email Golden at dgolden@oakton.edu.
Where: Des Plaines campus
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens, this award-winning play tells the story of 15-year-old Christopher, who has an extraordinary brain.
Audition Details:
Roles: Actors may play multiple roles. Five females (20-50s) and five males (20-50s).
When: Aug. 22 and 23, 6 – 9 p.m. No appointment necessary.
Contact: For more information contact Daniel Cunningham, production coordinator, at dcunning@oakton.edu.
Where: Studio One Theater, Des Plaines campus
What to Prepare: A contemporary comedic monologue (1-2 minutes). Be ready to read from the script. Monologues need not to be memorized.
Used Carlotta: A Staged Reading This sweet and quirky play is set in a used car lot in an American city. Characters explore the meaning of life, finding answers in each other and the circus.
Audition Details:
Roles: One female (20s), two males (20s-30s) and two males (40s-60s)
When: Aug. 26, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and Aug. 27, 6 – 9 p.m. No appointment necessary.
Contact: For more information contact Daniel Cunningham, production coordinator, at dcunning@oakton.edu.
Where: Studio One Theater, Des Plaines campus
What to Prepare: A contemporary comedic monologue (1-2 minutes). Be ready to read from the script. Monologues need not to be memorized.
OMG Improv Join OMG Improv, led by the Second City Conservatory graduate David Nadolski, and perform at Oakton, regional festivals, and beyond.
Audition Details:
When: Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m. No appointment necessary.
Six Piano Ensemble Founded by Glenna Sprague, professor and coordinator of music at Oakton, the Six Piano Ensemble has captivated audiences for over 25 years with its innovative performances. The group performs classical masterpieces as well as ragtime, jazz and popular music.
Audition Details:
When: Sept. 17, 18 and 19. Alternative dates are available.
Contact: To schedule an audition or inquire about alternative dates, email conductor Sprague at gsprague@oakton.edu.
Where: Des Plaines Campus or online
On Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, the Performing Arts Center regularly hosts student concerts, events and other in-house performances, in addition to outside productions. Year-round, the building is humming with the sights and sounds of theater, music, comedy and more. For more information on these auditions or other Oakton events open to the public, please visit events.oakton.edu.
