76 HAWAII PARENT July/August 2024 Mo’olelo Studios will be holding auditions for their upcoming musicals in August and October, and being prepared is essential to having a good experience! Here are some tips for young performers who are interested in trying out to be cast in a musical: Find out as much as you can about the audition. Usually, a notice will be posted online (or on your school’s call board) telling dates, times, and requirements for the auditions. You might want to ask others who have auditioned for the company/teacherdirector before what to expect. Prepare. You should have a strong idea of what type of show you are auditioning for. This will give you a clue of which type of song you want to audition with, which monologue is appropriate, and what style of dance/movement may be required. Make an impression. The moment you step into the theatre, your audition is already underway. As you sign in and fill out your audition form, be friendly and confident. If you come across as authentic and happy to be there, it will work in your favor. The more genuine you are, the better. by Kyle Kakuno, Art Director at Mo’olelo Performing Arts Studio
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