2025 - 2026 Audition Information
FALL PLAY
TRAP by Stephen Gregg
October 16-18 & 23-25, 2025
MENACHAP, CALIFORNIA. An incomprehensible event: every person in the audience of a high school play falls unconscious—every person but one. Using interviews with witnesses, loved ones, first responders, and the investigators pursuing the case, a theatre ensemble brings the story of the strange event to life, documentary-style. But as the strands weave together into an increasingly dangerous web, it becomes clear that this phenomenon might not be entirely in the past. Unnerving, exhilarating, and wildly inventive, you've never walked into anything quite like Trap.
Run Time = 75-85 mins (no intermission)
WHEN ARE AUDITIONS?
Wednesday, August 20th and Thursday, August 21st, 3:45 - 6:15pm
Auditions will be held in The Grove Theater, enter through the Lobby please.
*** Auditions are held in groups of 10. No prior preparation needed, students auditioning will be given sides from the show at their audition***
If needed, Call Backs will be held on Friday, August 22nd, from 3:30pm - 7pm.
Sign Up for your audition time slot by clicking the button below
TRAP by Stephen Gregg
October 16-18 & 23-25, 2025
MENACHAP, CALIFORNIA. An incomprehensible event: every person in the audience of a high school play falls unconscious—every person but one. Using interviews with witnesses, loved ones, first responders, and the investigators pursuing the case, a theatre ensemble brings the story of the strange event to life, documentary-style. But as the strands weave together into an increasingly dangerous web, it becomes clear that this phenomenon might not be entirely in the past. Unnerving, exhilarating, and wildly inventive, you've never walked into anything quite like Trap.
Run Time = 75-85 mins (no intermission)
WHEN ARE AUDITIONS?
Wednesday, August 20th and Thursday, August 21st, 3:45 - 6:15pm
Auditions will be held in The Grove Theater, enter through the Lobby please.
*** Auditions are held in groups of 10. No prior preparation needed, students auditioning will be given sides from the show at their audition***
If needed, Call Backs will be held on Friday, August 22nd, from 3:30pm - 7pm.
Sign Up for your audition time slot by clicking the button below
WHAT DO I WEAR/ BRING TO AN AUDITION AT WPHS?
Actors should show up to an audition in clothes that represent them and that they feel confident in. However, do not dress in a costume, rather think about how you can dress to enhance your connection to the character or to elude to the character you would like to play. You should be comfortable and safe to move fully. Solid colors are best so we can better see you as the character. Please no hats, loud jewelry, or bulky jackets. Make sure your hands and face are visible and free to express.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for dynamic performers who are ready to dig into their performance technique and grow. Lead actors should have strong physical presence on stage and be able to express nuanced emotions and specific acting choices rooted in the truth of the character. We are looking for all actors to have a good understanding of the vocal and physical requirements needed to bring text to life. See the character description in the audition packet for information on the roles available.
We DO want to see preparation, positive energy, collaboration, confidence, acting ability, and flexibility.
We DON’T want to hear negative comments about others or comments like “I haven’t practiced”, “I’m not feeling well/ I’m just getting over a cold,” or “I think Shakespeare is boring.”
TIPS FOR WHEN YOU AUDITION:
Actors should show up to an audition in clothes that represent them and that they feel confident in. However, do not dress in a costume, rather think about how you can dress to enhance your connection to the character or to elude to the character you would like to play. You should be comfortable and safe to move fully. Solid colors are best so we can better see you as the character. Please no hats, loud jewelry, or bulky jackets. Make sure your hands and face are visible and free to express.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for dynamic performers who are ready to dig into their performance technique and grow. Lead actors should have strong physical presence on stage and be able to express nuanced emotions and specific acting choices rooted in the truth of the character. We are looking for all actors to have a good understanding of the vocal and physical requirements needed to bring text to life. See the character description in the audition packet for information on the roles available.
We DO want to see preparation, positive energy, collaboration, confidence, acting ability, and flexibility.
We DON’T want to hear negative comments about others or comments like “I haven’t practiced”, “I’m not feeling well/ I’m just getting over a cold,” or “I think Shakespeare is boring.”
TIPS FOR WHEN YOU AUDITION:
- Choose your audition material early
- Prepare and memorize your audition material
- Practice your “Slate” (the introduction to your monologue)
- Speak loudly and clearly and make movement choices that are in character.
- Make specific and intentional choices.
- Practice in front of a mirror, record yourself, or rehearse in front of people you trust
- When you rehearse on your own, practice “full out” so you do not surprise yourself for the first time in your audition
- Please minimize self deprecating humor, comments, and facial expressions as well as sarcasm in your audition. Be confident and trust yourself.
SPRING MUSICAL
"Guys and Dolls" by Abe Burrows, Jo Swerling, Frank Loesser
April 16 - 18 & April 23 - 25, 2025
Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway in the 1940s. Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they've been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough, and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown, as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.
WHEN ARE AUDITIONS?
This is a production based class. All enrolled in the class will be in the musical. Auditions for featured roles will be in the first week of Spring Term.
WHAT DO I PREPARE?
A list of audition material will be provided in December. Students that wish to audition for featured and lead roles will submit videos of their audition pieces.
WHAT DO I WEAR/ BRING TO AN AUDITION AT WPHS?
Actors should show up to an audition in clothes that represent them and the character. However, do not dress in a costume, rather think about how you can dress to enhance your connection to the character or to elude to the character you would like to play. You should be comfortable and safe to move fully. Solid colors are best so we can better see you as the character. Please no hats, loud jewelry, or bulky jackets. Make sure your hands and face are visible and free to express.
You must do the following for a successful audition (1) Complete the Actor Form and Contract, (2) Prepare an Approved Song, and (3) *optional* bring your headshot and resume. Instrumental tracks will be provided for you.
"Guys and Dolls" by Abe Burrows, Jo Swerling, Frank Loesser
April 16 - 18 & April 23 - 25, 2025
Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway in the 1940s. Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they've been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough, and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown, as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.
WHEN ARE AUDITIONS?
This is a production based class. All enrolled in the class will be in the musical. Auditions for featured roles will be in the first week of Spring Term.
WHAT DO I PREPARE?
A list of audition material will be provided in December. Students that wish to audition for featured and lead roles will submit videos of their audition pieces.
WHAT DO I WEAR/ BRING TO AN AUDITION AT WPHS?
Actors should show up to an audition in clothes that represent them and the character. However, do not dress in a costume, rather think about how you can dress to enhance your connection to the character or to elude to the character you would like to play. You should be comfortable and safe to move fully. Solid colors are best so we can better see you as the character. Please no hats, loud jewelry, or bulky jackets. Make sure your hands and face are visible and free to express.
You must do the following for a successful audition (1) Complete the Actor Form and Contract, (2) Prepare an Approved Song, and (3) *optional* bring your headshot and resume. Instrumental tracks will be provided for you.
Scene-ior Showcase
March 4, 2026
A celebratory night of cabaret style night of performances directed and performed by our Senior Class.
Songs, dances, scenes and solos. This night will celebrate the dedication and artistry of our dear Senior Players.
All concept submissions need to be submitted to DeLapp by October 1st.
March 4, 2026
A celebratory night of cabaret style night of performances directed and performed by our Senior Class.
Songs, dances, scenes and solos. This night will celebrate the dedication and artistry of our dear Senior Players.
All concept submissions need to be submitted to DeLapp by October 1st.
