Audition opportunities at ºÚÁÏÉçÇø

Dancers at a concert Published February 28, 2025

Take the stage this spring. Auditions are available for ºÚÁÏÉçÇø™s (ºÚÁÏÉçÇø) spring arts events, giving you the chance to share your talent with the community. ºÚÁÏÉçÇø offers numerous opportunities for students and community members to showcase their artistry and participate in concerts, festivals and productions throughout the year.

Dance

The ºÚÁÏÉçÇø dance department hosts several productions annually, including the Winter Dance Concert in December and the Fear No Art Festival in April. Participants learn choreography from industry professionals and create their own dance pieces. Open auditions take place in early fall and spring.

For more information, contact Valerie Alpert at¯valpert@clcillinois.edu¯or (847) 543-2432.

Music

ºÚÁÏÉçÇø music department features several instrumental and choral groups. Some ensembles have open membership while others require an audition. Registration is required to participate.

Instrumental Groups:

  • Wind Ensemble: Open to musicians of all backgrounds including ºÚÁÏÉçÇø students, local high school music teachers and community members. Rehearsals are 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays. Auditions are required. Contact Michael Flack at¯mflack@clcillinois.edu¯or (847) 543-2566.
  • Concert Band: Open to high school students, college students and community members with no audition required. Rehearsals are 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays. Contact conductor Michael Madonia at¯mmadonia@clcillinois.edu.
  • Jazz Ensemble I: This award-winning band features seasoned musicians, experienced teachers and professionals performing challenging jazz repertoire. The group presents four concerts annually. Rehearsals are on Monday nights and auditions are required. Contact Michael Flack at¯mflack@clcillinois.edu¯or (847) 543-2566.
  • Jazz Ensemble II: A Tuesday night ensemble composed of ºÚÁÏÉçÇø students and community members, focusing on big band repertoire and ensemble development. Audition required. Contact Joe Ott at¯jott1@clcillinois.edu.
  • Jazz Combos: Students develop improvisation and ensemble skills while performing jazz standards, blues, ballads and contemporary repertoire. The group performs one on-campus concert per semester and occasional off-campus shows. Sections meet 2:30-4:15 p.m. Mondays and 3-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays. No audition required. Contact pnielsen@clcillinois.edu.

Choral Groups:

  • ºÚÁÏÉçÇø Singers: Open to all students, this ensemble performs a diverse range of choral music both accompanied and a cappella. Rehearsals are 1-2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. No audition required. Contact Mitchell Lewis at¯mlewis20@clcillinois.edu.
  • Choir of Lake County: The largest choral ensemble at ºÚÁÏÉçÇø performs everything from show tunes to classical music. Participants range from beginners to highly skilled singers. Rehearsals are 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. No audition required. Contact Mitchell Lewis at¯mlewis20@clcillinois.edu.
  • Gospel Choir: This ensemble performs gospel music, spirituals and contemporary selections at concerts throughout the year including at ºÚÁÏÉçÇø™s annual Salute to Gospel Music in February. The group is diverse, ranging in age from teens to seniors. Rehearsals are 7-9 p.m. Mondays. No audition required. Contact Matthew Hunter at¯mhunter2@clcillinois.edu.
  • Chamber Choir: A select ensemble performing advanced choral literature in various genres. Rehearsals are 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. For audition details contact Mitchell Lewis at¯mlewis20@clcillinois.edu.

Theatre

The ºÚÁÏÉçÇø Theatre department presents multiple productions each year, with auditions open to students and community members. .

For more information, contact Craig Rich at¯crich@clcillinois.edu.

Upcoming Theatre Auditions:

Play On! Student Showcase”The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon

  • Open to ºÚÁÏÉçÇø students only
  • Auditions: 6:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 10-11, on the Mainstage Theatre of the James Lumber Center
  • Acting résumé is encouraged
  • Performances: April 12-19

Hairspray: The Broadway Musical

  • Open to the community
  • Auditions: 6:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, May 19-20, in the Studio Theatre of the James Lumber Center
  • Performances: July 18-27

To learn more about ºÚÁÏÉçÇø™s performing arts programs, visit¯ clcillinois.edu

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