The Media Theatre is having another round of "Vocalist" and "Vocalist Junior" auditions on Saturday morning, June 9, at 10:30am. If you were unable to attend the previous audition, now's your chance! Still seeking singers for "Vocalist" (ages 14-14) and "Junior" (ages 7-13).
“The Vocalist” and “Vocalist Junior” are titles that are representative of the music theatre company’s mission of professional music theatre. The summer event sets the tone for The Media Theatre’s focus on musicals and music theatre education. It is produced by Media Music Theatre Company, the professional non-profit music theatre organization which has a full season each year with its Broadway Series and youth programming.
“The Vocalist” and “Vocalist Junior” are titles that are representative of the music theatre company’s mission of professional music theatre. The summer event sets the tone for The Media Theatre’s focus on musicals and music theatre education. It is produced by Media Music Theatre Company, the professional non-profit music theatre organization which has a full season each year with its Broadway Series and youth programming.
The contest has produced several performers who have gone on to appear in professional productions at The Media Theatre and at other regional theatres or on Broadway, including Ava Briglia who was a top five placer during “Vocalist Junior” and was in Broadway’s hit show “Matilda”, playing the title role. She is currently playing the role of Summer in Broadway's "School of Rock" musical. Jackie Verna, who is from West Chester, PA, was also a contestant a few years ago and is now doing well on NBC’s “The Voice”as a member of Adam Levine's team.
Both age groups may audition Saturday June 9 and will be placed in the proper category according to their age. “The Vocalist” is for ages 14-24 while “Vocalist Junior” is for ages 7-13. The actual contests begin on stage in front of a live audience in July.
The winner of “The Vocalist” and “The Vocalist Junior” will receive a cash prize to assist in furthering their education or career. Iron Workers Bank sponsors the competition.
“The Vocalist” will take place for three weeks this summer on the following Wednesdays: JULY 11, JULY 18, JULY 25. All contestants will sing each week, with an elimination being made at intermission on July 25 before Act Two.
“Junior” will have a five week competition in 2018 on the following Sundays: JULY 8, JULY 15, JULY 22, JULY 29, AUGUST 5. All Junior contestants will sing the first three weeks prior to eliminations being made before July 29 for the Semi-Finals. After July 29, the Top 15 will return for the Finals on August 5.
There is a $25 registration fee for the auditions at The Media Theatre. All auditioning must bring sheet music for the pianist. Any audition song is acceptable for both age groups.
Register at mediatheatre.org or by calling 610-891-0100. You may also register at the door the night of the auditions. No appointments; the auditions are held in order of ‘sign-up’. The contest is sponsored by Iron Workers Bank.
