Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of
students and parents.

1. What activities does the Cascia PAC offer?
2. How can I get involved?
3. What classes are offered by the drama department?
4. How do I audition for the advanced acting courses?

What activities does the Cascia PAC offer?

We offer multiple opportunities for students in the arts.  Besides the
academic courses, you can join our drama club or our technical theatre club to
learn about theatre in a relaxed environment.  We 
also produce 6 full productions per year which require actors, stage managers,
student producers, tech crew, and a host of other positions.  After you've
learned how to operate equipment in the PAC, you may also work at rental
events and could even get paid.

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How can I get involved?

The easiest way to get involved is to talk to Miss Purgason.  Auditions for
actors for the various productions will be announced throughout the year. 
Sign-up sheets for production team and crew 
members are posted in Miss Purgason's office and you are welcome to sign up
for these activities at any time.  Keep an ear out for announcements about how
to get involved and check your Cascia 
email.  If you have any questions you can always come by Miss Purgason's
office or email mpurgason@casciahall.org.

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What classes are offered by the drama department?

For the 2009-2010 school year, the department will offer 4 courses:
Acting I (semester long, open to students 9-12)
Acting II (year long, pre-req Acting I)
Advanced Acting courses by audition only:
Audition Prep and Scene Study (semester long, students entering grades 10-12 
may audition)
Musical Theatre (year long, students entering grades 10-12 may audition)

For course descriptions, please visit: 
http://www.casciahall.org/common/courses/fineArts.pdf

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How do I audition for the advanced acting courses?

Auditions will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 or by appointment (IF you
make arrangements with me before the Tuesday audition).

For Advanced Audition Prep/Scene Study:

Prepare a one minute monologue.  Be prepared to do a cold reading if requested.  

 

For Advanced Musical Theatre:

Prepare one song from a musical and a one minute monologue.  An accompanist
WILL NOT be provided.  Please bring your own pre-recorded accompaniment or be
prepared to sing a capella.

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