SOPA’S SPRING 2025 STUDENT PRODUCTION

ABOUT R&H CINDERELLA

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s enchanting adaptation of the timeless fairytale, Cinderella, was their only musical originally composed for television. When the television program, starring Julie Andrews as Cinderella, first aired in 1957, it was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium at that time. Since then, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella has continued to charm audiences in productions on stage and on television. Based upon the classic fairy tale, and particularly the French version Cendrillon ou la Petite Pantoufle de Verre, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s adaptation brings new life to the story of a young woman forced into servitude who dreams of – and achieves – a better life. Cinderella features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible,” and “Ten Minutes Ago.”

Show Dates


Thursday, May 8th @ 7pm
Friday, May 9th @ 7pm
Saturday, May 10th @ 1pm & 7pm
Sunday, May 11th @ 3pm
Thursday, May 15th @ 7pm
Friday, May 16th @ 7pm
Saturday, May 17th @ 1pm & 7pm
Sunday, May 18th @ 3pm



Production Held at:
Shine On Performing Arts Center
1200 Toro Grande Blvd #100
Cedar Park, TX 78613

*Dates and Times are subject to change until tickets go on sale beginning of April.

ARTISTIC TEAM:

DIRECTOR: Angelica Lawson
MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Bryce Louviere
CHOREOGRAPHER: Ashley Woodard
STAGE MANAGER: Emily Feldman

DETAILS ABOUT R&H CINDERELLA
THE BROADWAY MUSICAL

Students that are interested in taking part in our SPRING 2025 Student Production of R&H CINDERELLA must be enrolled in the STUDENT PRODUCTION prior to March 9th, 2025.

  • NO refunds will be given once cast list has been posted for any reason.

  • R&H CINDERELLA - ALL STUDENTS who enroll in the STUDENT PRODUCTION will be cast. Auditions are used as a training tool and to help the Artistic Team assign roles. Student Productions are much less intensive than our MAIN STAGE PRODUCTIONS, but more intensive than our RISING STARS PROGRAM and an excellent way to grow your skills and learn to be a strong lead and even stronger ensemble! Also a great way to try out new types of lead roles with lines and solos without the pressure of the Main Stage. Student Productions are very high quality and will push you to be your best self. You will be challenged to grow in all ways, on and off the stage. Our Rising Stars Program is the best place for beginner students or ones that do not have the time to dedicate to a fully produced, full length production.

  • AUDITIONS for our SPRING 2025 Student Production will take place MONDAY, March 10th, 2024 from 5:30-9:00pm. Video submissions are due by end of day on 3/9. Email via public viewing google drive link to Info@shineonperformingarts.org.

  • CALLBACKS are TUESDAY, March 11th from 5:00pm-9:30pm and WEDNESDAY, March 12th from 5:00pm-9:30pm . Students who are not able to attend in person callbacks may be asked to submit video callbacks.

  • The Artistic Team will call back ALL students at least one of the days, so they may better understand how the callback process goes. Not all students will be called back for all roles. The Artistic Team will determine who they would like to call back for which role based on auditions.

  • ALL students that audition for R&H CINDERELLA will be automatically cast. We have a limited number of spots for this production. There are roles for males and females ranging in age from 7 thru 17. No one over the age of 17 will be permitted to audition for this student production. In order to secure your spot in this production, please enroll HERE.

  • If you are planning to audition for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, as well, the R&H CINDERELLA will count as your enrolled class requirement. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT auditions are March 27th and the show runs June 12th-22nd.

  • We may double, triple or even quadruple cast some roles. This will give more students the opportunity to be a lead.

  • This production has lead and ensemble roles for all ages (7-17 years).

  • Students cast in our Student Production will pay a mandatory $300.00 Production Fee and then pay a $150 monthly fee due April 1st and May 1st for the class fee. TOTAL IS $600. There is a pay up front discount of 10%.

  • REHEARSALS will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30pm-9:30pm. There may be some extra rehearsals called in late April/early May if needed. Younger students will be released to go home from classes/rehearsal as close to 8:30pm as possible. This may not always be the case and will depend on the students role.

  • Classes/Rehearsals will be @ SHINE ON PERFORMING ARTS STUDIO - 1120 Toro Grande Blvd #100, Cedar Park, TX 78613

  •  Please list all possible conflicts in audition form.

  • Students must attend all classes/rehearsals unless sick, or they have a listed conflict. Not attending could result in dismissal from scenes or the show.

  • Cast and Crew from all shows are asked to sell 15 tickets for the show they are cast in.

  • Cast and Crew from all shows are asked to find at least one Character Sponsor or sell one ad.

  • R&H Cinderella The Broadway Musical
    Show Dates:
    May 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 2025

  • MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGS:
    March 25th - 6:00pm-7:30pm
    April 10th - 6:00pm-7:30pm
    May 2nd - 6:00pm-7:30pm

AUDITION DETAILS

  1. We are a training program first and foremost. Because of this, we require our students to audition similar to our Main Stage Productions.

  2. Please fill out the STUDENT PRODUCTION AUDITION FORM no later than 3/9/2025 in order to ensure your audition information is entered correctly.

  3. Prepare a verse and chorus or one (1) minute from a musical theater production of your choice NOTE: Please do not sing a song from the show for auditions. No pop/rock. No A Cappella or tracks with words. Please choose an instrumental track from youtube or send an mp3 link via the audition form.

  4. Submit a headshot - This can be a nice cell phone photo of you. Please have good lighting and a solid background.

  5. Submit a resume - If you have a resume, we ask that you submit it on the audition form.

  6. Be familiar with the show - LINK TO WATCH
    We spend a short time teaching songs at callbacks. We will have sheet music and cold reads at auditions, but we ask that you come prepared with knowledge of the show and roles you are auditioning for.

  7. Attend the audition masterclass! See the classes tab for more info.

  8. FOR AUDITIONS: Please wear an outfit that shows you are taking this audition seriously. No pajamas, oversized clothing, hoodies, torn jeans, etc. The Artistic Team does notice.

  9. FOR CALLBACKS: Please wear dance clothing (leotards, leggings, sweats, close fitting shirts, etc), dance shoes - bring jazz shoes at the least. If you have tap shoes, bring those as well. Have your hair pulled back out of your face (Male and Female). This is not a dance heavy show.

PARENT COMMITMENT


Parents, Grandparents, Siblings of students cast in our staged productions are encouraged to serve on a volunteer production team. You may choose your top 3 committees to serve on or more!

Reach 20 hours of service to appear on our Reel of Recognition! Reach 25+ hours of service and receive a Service Pass to see your student in the show for FREE!! Stay tuned for more details on our Volunteer Incentive Program (VIP)! Serving is a huge blessing to SOPA Austin and to the students as they learn and grow. We know you will also have a chance to have your gifts and talents SHINE!

Here are some of the committees you can serve on!

  • Costumes

  • Concessions

  • Advertising

  • Marketing

  • Hair

  • Makeup

  • Sets

  • Props

  • Front of House

  • Errands

  • Program

  • Parking

  • Custodial

  • Backstage

  • Quick Changes

  • Fundraising

  • Photography

  • C.A.R.E Team

  • Rehearsal Parent

  • Green Room

  • Returns

  • Cast Party

Please see our VOLUNTEER TEAM FORM to learn more about the show needs and how you can assist!

***If you have served on a team with SOPA Austin in the past, please know that we have made some changes for this production to help each person find their space to serve! We are confident that you will be able to find your place to shine too!

INTERESTED IN BEING A TEAM LEAD?

We have leads for all committees and even some sub-committees! If you are interested in being a team lead for any of the committees above please mention on the form. You will need to train during this FALL 2024 session and then commit to the entire 2024/2025 season in some capacity even if it is just consulting. Leads do not need to have students actively participating in order to serve. You are the go to person for your Team. You will need to coordinate your team each show, direct them on the tasks, be available for answering questions and be the go between for the Artistic Teams and the Exec. Artistic Director.

Team Leads are given (1) class tuition each session (Fall, Winter, Spring. Must serve for the full season) to be used for any SOPA Austin class and (1) VIP table to a show date of their choosing (based on availability) as a thank you!

CINDERELLA - SCHEDULE FOR REHEARSALS

CLASSES/REHEARSALS:

3/25 & 3/27
4/1 & 4/3
4/8 & 4/10
4/15 & 4/17
4/22 & 4/24
4/29 & 5/1
5/2 - Rehearsals from 5:30pm-9:30pm (MANDATORY TECH REHEARSAL)
5/3 - Rehearsals from 9am-5:30pm (MANDATORY TECH REHEARSAL)
5/4 - Move in (MANDATORY)


DRESS REHEARSALS (4:30pm-10:00pm)
5/4 - Move In - (MANDATORY)
5/5
5/6
5/7

PERFORMANCES:
5/8 through 5/18 (10 Performances)

DETAILS FOR CLASSES

We have an exciting assortment of classes, workshops and masterclass for ages 3 to 103 this session. Class range from one week masterclasses to 12 week sessions. We have everything from core acting, dance and voice to improv, technical theater, advanced skills and more!

SPRING 2025 CLASSES

*NOTE: Our Student Production count as a class! You are not required to take an additional class in order to participate.

YES! You CAN audition for more than one show!

If you are a student between the ages of 8-108, you are encouraged to check out our MAIN STAGE PRODUCTION!

Are you wanting to pursue a career in the arts? Please take a moment to learn all about our school year long Pre-Professional Educational Program, SPOTLIGHT ACADEMY!

Excited to try out for a show, but feel that you do not need the educational element? We are doing TUCK EVERLASTING THIS SUMMER as part of our COMMUNITY PRODUCTIONS!