Students ages 8-17 that are enrolled in CYT Classes are invited to participate and audition for CYT productions. Anyone ages 8 and up can audition for a CCT production, no class registration required. Auditions typically consist of a one-minute song of your choice performed for the Artistic Teams, with the possibility to learn and perform a short dance routine and side (short selection from a script). The audition process may also include a “callback” in which you may be asked to read for a speaking role in the play.  Auditions are a wonderful way to gain self-confidence and to show the best of your talents!

For CYT productions, the Audition Form will be included in the Class Confirmation Email once you have registered your student for their class of choice for that given class session. You can also find the Audition Form on the Cast Hub for that show, which is located on the Shows page. All Participation Forms must be provided for that Session and you will be unable to submit the Audition Form until all paperwork has been completed. Anyone who wishes to audition MUST fill out the form by the night before Audition Day. No late forms will be accepted.

The Audition Form is extremely detailed requiring a lot of information to be submitted. Some of this information is as follows:

• Headshot
• Measurements (for costume purposes)
• Rehearsal Conflicts (these are required to be provided prior to Casting)
• Audition Track (to accompany student at their audition)
• Audition Time (you will choose what time group for Friday evening)
• Parent Information (this is contact info along with choice of Parent Production Team)

Not everyone is guaranteed a role after their audition. Unfortunately there are a limited number of spaces, and the number of people cast varies from show to show. However, if you are cast, here are some things to expect:

• You must be at ALL rehearsals for which you are scheduled. If an absence is necessary, it must be clearly stated on your Audition Form. Conflicts will be taken under consideration during casting. Any cast member missing more than two rehearsals may not be able to participate in the show. Conflicts (other than illness) presented after casting will not be allowed.
• Leaving early or arriving late is considered a conflict, and must be submitted prior to casting.
• You must commit to approximately 60 hours of rehearsal time before move-in and dress rehearsal week.
• You must attend Costume Fitting.
• You must attend ALL Dress/Tech rehearsals.
• You must be at ALL Performances. For CYT productions, this includes missing up to two days of school for field trip performances should they be scheduled for that production. These are approved absences according to California Education Code, Section 48225.5(a) (2). However, the School Days Absence Form must be filled out and submitted to your school.
• More than two absences from your CYT class may result in dismissal from a CYT show.
• You must pay a Production Fee of $300 which includes a Show T-shirt. 
• For CYT shows, parents must agree to attend two parent meetings and to serve approximately 20 hours on a production team.
• Each family is encouraged to sell at least 10 tickets to the show.
• A student must be no older than 17 in order to participate & audition for a CYT show. If a student is turning 18 at anytime during the production, they are not eligible to participate. A student age 7 must turn 8 by the final performance to participate in the production. Anyone ages 8 and up can participate in a CCT production.

At CYT, we are committed to keeping integrity, fairness, and impartiality at the center of our audition and casting processes. Please reference our Casting Integrity Policy.

Parents must agree to the following: 

I realize that if my child is chosen for the cast of a CYT show, I will be responsible to make sure he/she attends every performance and every rehearsal for which he/she is scheduled. In case of illness, I will notify the Show Coordinator in advance. In order to ensure the quality of rehearsals and the production, I understand that two or more absences from rehearsal may result in dismissal from the show. Additionally, I understand that my child may not be absent from more than 2 classes. More than 2 absences from class may also result in dismissal from the show.  I understand that students who audition are NOT eligible for a tuition refund. I understand that my child may audition for one chapter/show only each session. I understand that I will be charged a $300 Production Fee per child. I also understand that I will be encouraged to sell at least 10 tickets to the show that my child is cast in.  I am also responsible for personal items (i.e., shoes, tights, make-up). I understand that I will be required to attend two parent meetings and to volunteer as part of a parent committee.