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34th Annual Illinois High School Theatre Festival

2009 Illinois High School Theatre Festival All-State Production

2009 All-State Staff:

Kim White, Director Nazareth Academy

Bridget Sundin, Co-Producer Lakes Community High School

Robert Schramm, Costume Designer Broadway Costumes, Inc.

Jay Fontanetta, Co-Producer St. Joseph High School

Rev. Gerald Riva, Vocal Director St. Scholastica Parish

Nikki Carnevale, Orchestral Director Nazareth Academy

Kate Jablonski, Choreographer Impact Dance

Joe Pietrie, Co-Technical Director / Scenic Design St. Charles North High School

Anna Louise Jakubka, Costume Coordinator Addison Trail High School

Hunter Evans, Co-Technical Director / Scenic Design Oak Park & River Forest High School

Roberta Kmiec, Wig Designer Glenbard East High School

Noah Record, Lighting Design Light Switch, Inc.

Important All-State Dates

May 16, 2008 Actor, Technician, Musician Application materials due June 7, 2008 Actor, Technician, Musician Auditions/Interviews @ Effingham High School, Effingham, Illinois June 14 and 15, 2008 Actor, Technician, Musician Auditions/Interviews @ Nazareth Academy, LaGrange Park, Illinois All-State Rehearsals Rehearsals will be @ Nazareth Academy. Tech builds will be @ East Leyden High School, Franklin Park, IL. August 15, 16 and 17, 2008 August 29, 30 and 31, 2008 Additional Tech builds August 11-14 @ East Leyden High School September 1, 2008 October 10, 11, 12 and 13, 2008 November 28, 29 and 30, 2008 December 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2008

For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate for traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting.

All-State Performance Week January 5 - 10, 2009 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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Book by: Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan Music by: Marc Shaiman Lyrics by: Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters Orchestrations by: Harold Wheeler Arrangements by: Marc Shaiman

HAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). In HAIRSPRAY, it’s 1962—the fifties are out and change is in the air. Baltimore’s Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, has only one passion: to dance. She wins a spot on the local TV dance program, The Corny Collins Show, and overnight is transformed from an awkward overweight teen outsider into an irrepressible teen celebrity. But can Tracy overthrow the program’s reigning princess, win the heart of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a television show without deflating her hair??? You’ll find out if you audition for this year’s All-State Production HAIRSPRAY. The musical is based on the John Water’s 1988 film HAIRSPRAY. The musical opened on Broadway in August 2002 to rave reviews and sold-out box offices. Now is your opportunity to be part of the first non-professional production in Illinois. We are looking for a diverse cast of actors who can sing, act, and dance well. If you feel you have what it takes to say “Good Morning Baltimore!” or in our case “Hello All-State 2009!” read the necessary information and return the materials by the deadline date. Each school will have a total of 30 slots for auditionees. The slots can be used any way your high school sponsor chooses. Your school may not nominate more than 30 auditionees total to audition for All-State. However, if you would like to audition for more than one area your audition only counts as one student. For example: Jane Smith chooses to audition for the show and audition for the pit, and be interviewed for tech crew, her audition only counts as one auditioned for her school.

***DEADLINE for all forms: Received by May 16, 2008***

There is a $10 processing fee for auditions. Checks should be sent with the audition forms and made out to “Illinois Theatre Association.” Note: You only have to pay once, even if you are auditioning for more than one area.

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ALL-STATE PRODUCTION COMMON QUESTIONS

Q: Can I apply in more than one area? A: Yes, you may. Be sure that you are truly interested in being considered in each area. While we may consider your preference, you will be placed primarily according to the good of the show, not according to your preference. Q: Do I need a résumé? A: Yes. A résumé is a key component of any job interview. PLEASE FOLLOW THE RÉSUMÉ GUIDELINES AND VIEW SAMPLE RÉSUMÉS AT: www.illinoistheatrefest.org/all-state Q: Where will auditions take place? A: Actor, technician, and musician auditions/interviews will take place at Effingham High School (Effingham, Illinois) June 7, 2008 and Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, Illinois) June 14 and 15, 2008. Q: Can I do other things at the Theatre Festival? A: No. Being a part of the All-State ensemble will be a full-time job while you’re at the Festival. There is one exception: YOU ARE ABLE TO ATTEND THE COLLEGE AUDITIONS. Q: Can I do other shows at my school if I’m in the All-State ensemble? A: That depends on your school’s production schedule. Being a part of the All-State show is a major commitment. You must be available for ALL rehearsals; we will not make exceptions. Be clear on your obligations to your school before you apply. Q: Is there an application fee? A: Yes. $10.00 Q: What are the other costs? A: All ensemble members will be responsible for costs incurred for meals, lodging at auditions, all rehearsals, and at the Festival. Adding up all the weekends involved: food, lodging, and Festival expenses will be no more than $450. Q: How can I get help? A: You may be able to find a “sponsor” in your community who could help defray the cost. At some schools, the administration will support your All-State production participation the same as they would support an all-state athlete. If you are selected for the ensemble, we will send a letter to your principal suggesting he/she consider this kind of financial support. We will also provide you a “tips for fundraising” sheet. WE HAVE A LONG HISTORY OF SUCCESSFUL INDIVIDUAL STUDENT FUND-RAISING AND SPONSORSHIP. This year, a limited number of scholarships are available to students with financial need. Q: Do I have to be at all the rehearsals? A: Yes, plan on it. Each All-State ensemble member is expected to attend every scheduled rehearsal, and of course, the Festival performances. Check your school and family calendars. BE PROMPT. We will begin at the specified call-time. Q: Will you really kick me out of the show for not coming to rehearsals or Tech calls? A: Yes. Q: If I have conflicts with the schedule, should I audition? A: No. The All-State production process is intense. And, many people want to be a part of it. We have to make positions available to those who are truly able to commit to the entire process.


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AUDITION INFORMATION FOR ACTORS For the Audition:

1. Actors do not need a monologue. You need to prepare a song from a musical of your choice (32 measures a verse and a chorus)

2. The song may be, but does not have to be from HAIRSPRAY! Please bring sheet music in your key for the accompanist (if it is not from HAIRSPRAY!) You may not sing a capella or with a recording.

3. There will also be a dance audition. A dance combination will be taught by the choreographer. Please wear dance shoes and clothing that is conducive to movement. Girls please bring jazz shoes and heels.

4. Actors who are asked to attend a call back in the late afternoon please be prepared to stay until 9:00 pm on their audition day.

5. At call-backs you will read cold readings from the show and you will sing songs from the show for the roles you are called back for.

6. If you are not called back this does not mean you are not in the show, you could still be cast in the chorus. The final cast list will be posted online and you will be contacted via e-mail or phone call if you are selected.

7. For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting.

You will need to send in ALL of this paperwork as part of your application to be received by Friday, May 16, 2008:

1. HAIRSPRAY All-State Actor Application Form: 1. This form is attached. 2. It must be completed in its entirety, including all required signatures.

2. HAIRSPRAY All-State Actor Recommendation Form: 1. This form is attached. 2. It should be completed by your Theatre Director/Sponsor, and returned to you in a sealed envelope with

his/her signature across the seal.

3. Résumés and Headshots: (sent to us with your application.) 1. A performance résumé. Your résumé should include all performances and tech-related experiences you’ve

had prior to this audition. It should be organized and easy to read. Include training, background in acting, dance, movement, voice, and musical instruments. Let us know in your résumé if you have any special or unusual talents (juggling, gymnastics, fire eating, unicycle riding, etc.). Above all, be honest on your résumé. A sample résumé can be found on our Web page—www.illinoistheatrefest.org/all-state

2. A headshot photograph. This does not need to be a professionally taken headshot. The photo should be at least a 3” x 5” current portrait shot of your face. Make sure you are the only one in the picture.

4. $10 Application Processing Fee 1. Please send a check made out to “Illinois Theatre Association.” 2. Do NOT send cash. 3. Send only ONE check for $10 if you are applying in more than one area.

5. Medical/Liability Release Form 1. This form is attached. 2. It must be completed in its entirety. 3. Both signatures are required for application to be complete.

All the materials must be sent to Bridget Sundin, co-producer of the All-State Play, in ONE ENVELOPE. The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008 in order to be considered.



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ALL-STATE ACTOR APPLICATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY

Student’s Name: Graduation Year: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: Parent’s E-mail: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Theatre Director/ Instructor’s Name and Home Phone:

I would like to interview on the following date: (choose one) If you are applying for more than one area please indicate your preferences, with (1) being your first choice.

_____June 7, 2008 - Effingham High School, (Effingham, IL) _______ Cast _____June 14, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Crew _____June 15, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Musician PLEASE NOTE: Call-backs are held each day at the end of each afternoon. Please be prepared to stay until 9:00 pm on audition day.

Mail all materials to the Co-Producer:

Bridget Sundin Lakes Community High School 1600 Eagle Way Lake Villa, Illinois 60046

A completed application must include the following:

1. Application form with completed signatures 2. All-State Actor Recommendation form 3. Résumé with current photo / head shot 4. Medical release form 5. $10 check made payable to “Illinois Theatre Association”

For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate for traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting.

*****Application Deadline: All materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008.***** REQUIRED SIGNATURES: I hereby support the application of this student in the 2009 All-State High School Production. I understand that this student will be required to attend rehearsals August 15, 16 and 17, 2008; August 29, 30 and 31, 2008; September 1, 2008, October 10, 11, 12 and 13, 2008; November 28, 29 and 30, 2008; December 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2008. Performance week: January 5-10, 2009. I have read the related materials, and I understand the requirements and agree to support this student’s participation in this event. ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Director/Instructor Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of School Principal Date

Note: Students selected for the All-State Company are responsible for all expenses incurred relating to the Festival, i.e., transportation, lodging,

meals, make-up, t-shirt, shoes, and 2009 Festival registration (approximately $450).



ALL-STATE ACTOR RECOMMENDATION FORM


Student’s Name: Graduation Year: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Student’s Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: Parent’s E-mail: Parent/Guardian’s First and Last Name: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Theatre Director/Instructor’s Name and Home Phone: Theatre Director/Instructor’s E-mail:

Rating Guidelines 10=Top 1% of students throughout my career—always top notch 5=A good, solid participant 1=Often weak; of questionable ability Please rate this student based on the guidelines above. _____Physical characterization _____Flexibility / Openness _____Ability to take direction _____Understanding of subtext _____Dependability _____Creativity _____Concentration _____Friendliness _____Endurance _____Ability to work with others _____Dependability _____Energy _____Articulation/projection

TALENT Compared with all the student actors you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student?

High Low 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

WORK ETHIC

Compared with all the student actors you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student?

High Low 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Please indicate how long you have known the student and in what capacity you have worked together. Briefly describe this student’s overall quality of work

and ability to get along with others.

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How many years have you been teaching/directing high school theatre? _____________ I would recommend this student (circle one) High Low

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

________________________________________________________ _________________________________ Signature of Theatre Director/Instructor Date

All the materials must be sent to Bridget Sundin, co-producer of the All-State Play, in ONE ENVELOPE. The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered. Please give this

form to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal so they can send it early enough to meet the deadline.




INTERVIEW INFORMATION FOR THE TECHNICIANS For the Interview: Every student interviewing for the All-State crew should prepare a visual representation of your work. It can be a photo album, a slide show (Carousel format—please bring your own loaded carousel), a short power point presentation on your laptop, or a portfolio of your drawings, designs and renderings, etc. Please give special attention to any projects you worked on from start to finish.

• Those with scenic experience should have photos or slides of things they’ve built/designed. • Stage Managers should bring production books. • Painters should have drawings as well as color photos. • Costumers should bring photos of finished costumes that they’ve built/designed. • Lighting technicians should present lighting designs, plots, paperwork, and photos. They may also present photos of

effects they’ve helped to create.

For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate for traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting. ***Be prepared to limit your presentation to four minutes. Don’t bring in large elements (full costumes, 3D props, stair units, etc.), but limit your visual representation to 2D representations. ***

We will need a full and versatile crew to handle all of the elements of this production. The more experience and skills you have in multiple crew areas, the better your chance of being involved in this production.

You will need to send in ALL of this paperwork as part of your application to be received by Friday, May 16, 2008:

1. HAIRSPRAY All-State Technicians Application Form: 1. This form is attached. 2. It must be completed in its entirety, including all required signatures.

2. HAIRSPRAY All-State Technicians Recommendation Form: 1. This form is attached. 2. It should be completed by your Theatre/Technical Director/Sponsor, and returned to you in a sealed envelope with his/her

signature across the seal.

3. Résumés: (sent to us with your application.) Your résumé should include all tech-related experiences you’ve had prior to the audition. It should be organized and easy to read.

Include training and background in technical theatre and design. Let us know in your résumé if you have any special or unusual skills. Above all, be honest on your résumé. A sample résumé can be found on our Web page—www.illinoistheatrefest.org/all-state.

4. A Headshot Photograph. This does not need to be a professionally taken headshot. The photo should be at least a 3” x 5” current portrait shot of your face. Make sure you are the only one in the picture.

5. $10 Application Processing Fee 1. Please send a check made out to “Illinois Theatre Association.” 2. Do NOT send cash. 3. Send only ONE check for $10 if you are applying in more than one area.

6. Medical/Liability Release Form 1. This form is attached. 2. It must be completed in its entirety. 3. Both signatures are required for application to be complete.

All the materials must be sent to Bridget Sundin, co-producer of the All-State Play, in ONE ENVELOPE.

The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered.



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TECHNICIANS APPLICATION FORM


Student’s Name: Graduation Year: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Student’s Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: Parent’s E-mail: Parent/Guardian’s First and Last Name: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Theatre Director/Instructor’s Name and Home Phone: Theatre Director/Instructor’s E-mail:

I would like to interview on the following date: (choose one) If you are applying for more than one area please indicate your preferences, with (1) being your first choice.

_____June 7, 2008 - Effingham High School, (Effingham, IL) _______ Cast _____June 14, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Crew _____June 15, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Musician For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting The technical positions for the All-State Crew have essential competencies of the various positions e.g. climbing ladders, working on elevated stage areas, discerning appropriate colors for stage elements, and lifting props. Do you have any concerns filling these key competencies for the tech position? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CIRCLE the areas where you feel confident enough in your skills to teach beginners: hang lights hand tools sewing machine playback sound draw well focus lights cordless drills cutting patterns patch a microphone build props change lamps power tools hand sew paint sprayer paint scenery run follow spot air tools standard makeup wireless mics mix paint run light board power saws character makeup run mixing board computer graphics web design video production theatre photography

What aspects of a production have you designed?________________________________________________________________________________

Mail all materials to the Co-Producer: Bridget Sundin Lakes Community High School 1600 Eagle Way Lake Villa, Illinois 60046 Application Deadline: All materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008.

A completed application must include the following:1. Application form with completed signatures 2. All-State Technician Recommendation form 3. Résumé with current photo / head shot 4. Medical release form 5. $10 check made payable to “Illinois Theatre Association”

REQUIRED SIGNATURES: I hereby support the application of this student in the 2009 All-State High School Production. I understand that this student will be required to attend rehearsals August 15, 16 and 17, 2008; additional August builds are August 11-14. 2008; August 29, 30 and 31, 2008; September 1, 2008, October 10, 11, 12 and 13, 2008; November 28, 29 and 30, 2008; December 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2008. Performance week: January 5-10, 2009. I have read the related materials, and I understand the requirements and agree to support this student’s participation in this event. ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Director/Instructor Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of School Principal Date Note: Students selected for the All-State Company are responsible for all expenses incurred relating to the Festival, i.e., transportation, lodging, meals, make-up, t-shirt, shoes, and 2009 Festival registration (approximately $450).

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TECHNICIANS RECOMMENDATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY Student’s Name: Graduation Year: Age:

Student’s Address: City: Zip Code:

Home Phone: Student’s Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code:

School Phone: Fax: Technical Director/Instructor’s Name and Home Phone: Technical Director/Instructor’s E-mail: Rating Guidelines 10=Top 1% of students throughout my career—always top notch 5=A good, solid participant 1=Often weak; of questionable ability _____Scenery construction _____Creativity _____Scenery painting _____General health _____Properties construction _____Make-up application _____Cooperation _____Sound equipment & operation _____Ability to take directions _____Costume organization _____Costume construction _____Dependability _____Lighting equipment and operation _____Hair/wig styling _____Leadership _____Computer graphics _____Box and paint color mixing

TALENT

Compared with all the student technicians you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student? High Low

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

WORK ETHIC Compared with all the student technicians you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student?

High Low

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Please indicate how long you have known the student and in what capacity you have worked together. Briefly describe this student’s overall quality of work and ability to get along with others. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ How many years have you been teaching/directing high school theatre? ___________ I would recommend this student (circle one) High Low

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ________________________________________________________ _____________________________ Signature of Technical Director, Designer, or Theatre Director Date


The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered. Please give this form to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal so they can send it early enough to meet the deadline.



ALL-STATE MUSICIAN INFORMATION

Y is a major musical. It requires a full orchestra that plays throughout. The specific instrumentation is as follows: HAIRSPRA Violin Cello Bass Reeds (Flute/Piccolo/Clarinet/Saxophone) Trombone

Keyboards (3) Guitar Drums (set) Percussion (auxiliary percussion)

Musician Audition Requirements All musicians will be asked to sight-read selections from the show as well as be accountable for scales or counting rhythms in addition to the requirements below. Strings: Please prepare two pieces of contrasting styles. A solo or etude will suffice. Selections are not to exceed two minutes in length each. Winds / Brass: Please prepare two pieces of contrasting styles (not to exceed two minutes in length each). Selections may include concerti, solos or method exercises. Guitar: Please prepare two pieces of contrasting styles (not to exceed two minutes in length each). One selection must be a chordal song and the other a selection demonstrating your note reading ability. Percussion: On drum set: Be able to demonstrate and keep time in the styles of rock, swing, shuffle, bossa and waltz. On mallets: Please prepare an exercise, etude, or solo (not to exceed two minutes in length each) demonstrating your technical and musical ability.

Primary Requirements • A student may audition as cast, crew, and musician. If auditioning for multiple areas, indicate your preference with one (1)

being your first choice. You will be placed accordingly, for the good of the production. DO NOT audition for more than one area if you don’t wish to be considered seriously for each.

• Please read the individual applications carefully and provide the required signature on EACH form. • Members of the All-State production may not participate in another performance at the Festival (except college/university

auditions.) • All cast, crew, and musicians must provide their own transportation to all rehearsals or work calls and the Festival. • All cast, crew, and musicians will be responsible for costs incurred for meals and lodging at all rehearsals, work calls, the

Festival itself, and the auditions. Food, lodging, and Festival expenses are $450. • All cast, crew, and musicians are expected to attend every rehearsal or work call. Promptness and appropriate behavior will

be expected. Check school calendars for conflicts, i.e., homecoming, school productions, etc. • If you cannot attend ALL of the scheduled rehearsals or work calls, please do not audition. • You will not be considered for All-State participation unless all application requirements are complete. • For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate

traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting.

All the materials must be sent to Bridget Sundin, co-producer of the All-State Play, in ONE ENVELOPE. The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered.





ALL-STATE MUSICIAN APPLICATION FORM


Student’s Name: Instrument: Graduation Year: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Student’s Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: Parent’s E-mail: Parent/Guardian’s First and Last Name: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Music Director/Instructor’s Name and Home Phone: Music Director/Instructor’s E-mail: Private Music Teacher’s Name, if applicable and Home Phone: I would like to interview on the following date: (choose one) If you are applying for more than one area please indicate your preferences, with (1)

being your first choice. _____June 7, 2008 - Effingham High School, (Effingham, IL) _______ Cast _____June 14, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Crew _____June 15, 2008 - Nazareth Academy (LaGrange Park, IL) _______ Musician For August and October rehearsals, Fridays will be for registration, check in and will not start until evening to accommodate traveling to the rehearsal site. Saturdays will start with check in between 7:00 am and 8:15 am. Specific rehearsal details will follow at the auditions and after casting.

EXPERIENCE

Number of years playing your instrument ____________ Number of years in private lessons____________ List instrumental performing organizations (past and present, school and other) _____________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List musical theatre pit experience ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List other musical experiences (ex. IMEA, IHSA, festivals, solos, ensembles, other instruments, choir, camps, and classes) ____________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mail all materials to the Co-Producer: Bridget Sundin Lakes Community High School 1600 Eagle Way Lake Villa, Illinois 60046

A completed application must include the following: 1. Application form with completed signatures 2. All-State Musician Recommendation form 3. Sheet music of your selections 4. Résumé 5. Medical release form 6. $10 check made payable to “Illinois Theatre Association”

REQUIRED SIGNATURES: I hereby support the application of this student in the 2009 All-State High School Production. I understand that this student will be required to attend rehearsals August 15, 16 and 17, 2008; August 29, 30 and 31, 2008; September 1, 2008, October 10, 11, 12 and 13, 2008; November 28, 29 and 30, 2008; December 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2008. Performance week: January 5-10, 2009. I have read the related materials, and I understand the requirements and agree to support this student’s participation in this event.

________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of Director/Instructor Date ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Signature of School Principal Date

Note: Students selected for the All-State Company are responsible for all expenses incurred relating to the Festival, i.e., transportation, lodging, meals, make-up, t-shirt, shoes, and 2009 Festival registration (approximately $450).


The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered.




ALL-STATE MUSICIAN RECOMMENDATION FORM PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY Student’s Name: Instrument: Graduation Year: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Student’s Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Music Director/Instructor’s Name and Home Phone: Music Director/Instructor’s E-mail: Rating Guidelines 10=Top 1% of students throughout my career—always top notch 5=A good, solid participant 1=Often weak; of questionable ability

Please rate this student based on the guidelines above.

____ Ability to take direction ____ Endurance ____ Dependability ____ General health

____ Concentration ____ Creativity ____ Ability to work with others

_____Musical ability_____Sight reading ability_____Cooperation _____Energy

TALENT Compared with all the student pit musicians you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student?

High Low 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

WORK ETHIC

Compared with all the student pit musicians you’ve ever worked with, how would you rate this student?

High Low 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Please indicate how long you have known the student and in what capacity you have worked together. Briefly describe this student’s overall quality of work and ability to get along with others. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ How many years have you been teaching/directing high school theatre or music? ________________________________________ I would recommend this student (circle one)

High Low 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

________________________________________________________ _________________________________ Signature of Orchestra, Band or Theatre Director Date

All the materials must be sent to Bridget Sundin, co-producer of the All-State Play, in ONE ENVELOPE. The address is on the application. These materials must be received by Friday, May 16, 2008, in order to be considered.

Please give this form to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal so they can send it early enough to meet the deadline.




MEDICAL/LIABILITY RELEASE FORM Each participant, including all adults, teachers and chaperones must have a completed medical release form.

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY Participant’s Name: Date of Birth: Age: Student’s Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Parent/Guardian Cell Phone: Student’s E-mail: Parent’s E-mail: Parent/Guardian’s First and Last Name: School Name: School Address: City: Zip Code: School Phone: Fax: Primary Sponsor’s Name and Home Phone: Emergency Contact and Home Phone: Business Phone: Do you have any food or medical allergies?

If so: please list:

Do you have insurance? If so: health insurance company name: Policy #

SIGNATURES: Participant refers to student, chaperone, sponsors who are attending Festival (participants must sign on line A (*see below)). Parent, guardian, or next of kin must sign on line B (*see below). NOTE: ALL STUDENTS PARTICIPATING, EVEN IF OVER THE AGE OF 18, MUST HAVE A PARENT OR GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY!

1. The undersigned participant (student) agrees to abide by Festival rules and regulations. The undersigned parent or guardian agrees to be responsible for the above named student while traveling to and from said events (auditions, rehearsals, work days, Festival, etc.), including any expenses incurred by the above named participant, caused by the above named participant, and/or any personal injuries which may occur to the above named participant.

2. I understand that in case of serious injury, I hereby give my permission for emergency medical treatment, as

recommended by a physician; I understand that no surgical procedure will be performed without my permission and consent; I understand that any medical expenses are my financial responsibility.

3. I hereby release, acquit and forever discharge the Illinois Theatre Association, University of Illinois at Urbana-

Champaign, its Board of Trustees, employees, agents and representatives, from any and all claims, causes of action, damages, or judgments, whether in contract or in tort, for any injuries including personal that may be incurred arising out of or in any way connected to the attendee’s participation.

4. I hereby release, acquit, and forever discharge hosting high schools, their school boards, officers, employees, agents and representatives from any and all claims, causes of action, damages, or judgments, whether in contract or in tort, for any injuries including personal that may be incurred arising out of or in any way connected to the attendees participation

Signature and date required for participation.

*A ___________________________________________________ ____________________ Signature of participant: student Date *B ___________________________________________________ ____________________ Signature of parent or guardian Date

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