What is the casting day?
On Sunday 9th June we invite all participants to spend the afternoon with the team (Danielle, Jill & Alana) at the White Hill Centre, Chesham so we can get to know each other and, of course, cast the show. Starting at 12pm, there’ll be warm up games, singing, dancing and acting. Anyone who wants to be considered for a lead role or a featured role will need to sing a few lines solo and read some script in front of others.
Location:
White Hill Centre
White Hill
Chesham
HP5 1AG
Who we are:
Director & Producer – Danielle Gaglione
Danielle leads The Elgiva Youth Theatre and led the smash successes Annie Jr in 2022 and Peter Pan Jr in 2023. She is known for her energy and passion to ensure that all young people get a chance to shine!
Musical Director – Jill Neenan
Jill is a celebrated local MD, who has worked with adults and children in the West End and more recently across Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire in countless musical productions. Jill’s nurturing style makes her a favourite with everyone she meets, and her talent and positivity results in the most incredible confidence from her students. It really is like magic!
Alana Asher – Choreographer
Alana has been performing since she was a young child, and has performed in the West End (Les Mis, Spend, Spend, Spend), on screen (Harry Potter movies) and now is a professional tribute artist touring the country with her group the Sing-Out Sisters. Alana’s energy and sense of fun means that even people who don’t like dancing have a great time in her sessions and she’ll always tailor the moves to suit each individual.
We also have an amazing team of additional helpers, including the incredible Technical Team who will be there to bring that real-theatre magic to the production.
The Summer Project runs from 19th August to 31st August (excluding 24, 25 & 26). Performances on Saturday 31st August.
PLEASE NOTE: CAST PARTICIPANTS MUST BE AGED 8 TO 17 TO BE ELIGIBLE.
PLEASE NOTE: CAST PARTICIPANTS MUST BE AGED 8 TO 17 TO BE ELIGIBLE.
To book your child’s place on the casting day, please pay
using the 12:00PM button above next to the orange date
JOINING THE ELGIVA'S SUMMER YOUTH PROJECT IS EASY PEASY!
- Pay £50 non-refundable deposit via this link
- Complete the registration form
- Attend the casting day on Sunday 9th June
- Pay the final balance by Monday 17th June
- Join the project on Monday 19th August
- Email youththeatre@elgiva.com to join our team as a volunteer or if you have any queries
FAQ
Q: My child only wants to take part of they are cast in a lead role. What can I do if they are not cast as a lead?
A: We are asking everyone who signs up to commit to the project by paying a non-refundable deposit of £50 upon registration. If your child is not offered a lead role, we will use the casting day to identify everyone’s strengths and offer everyone who wants one a featured speaking, singing or acting role. We strongly recommend that you and they consider the excitement of being in our Ensemble. With multiple parts and costumes, loads of chances to sing, dance and act, ensemble is often the most fun place to be in a show! In addition, you will get support and coaching from our industry experts so you will leave the project as a stronger and more experienced performer than when you started. If you still do not want to take part then you may withdraw but the £50 deposit is non-refundable.
Q: We want to take part in the project but cannot attend the casting day. What can I do?
A: Please make a note of this on the registration form and we will be in touch to advise how you can submit a digital ‘audition tape’.
Q: My child wants to take part but there are some rehearsal days or performances that they cannot attend – can they still come?
A: Yes! But we cannot offer them a lead or featured role if they will miss any of the performances. Please make a note on the registration form.
Q: I’ve paid the £50 deposit, when is the final balance payable?
A: You can either pay the full balance straight away or you can pay the full balance within one week of the casting.
Q: My child is very nervous about the casting day – what can they expect?
A: We know that castings can feel a bit nerve-wracking, but we promise that everyone feels the same! And the team will do everything we can to help everyone feel at ease, playing games, and no pressure for anyone to do anything that they don’t want to do. There is nothing to prepare in advance of the Casting Day
