Auditioning for Musical Theatre-Perspectives from the Panel

Over the course of these five modules, I will show you that an audition is both an art and a science. I will share my knowledge and know-how, my experience and expertise, focusing specifically on the live, in-person musical theatre audition. - Bryan Schimmel, Music Director

The five modules::

1. Introduction

2. Preparation

3. Presentation & Performance

4. Song Choice & Song Book

5. The Accompanist - Don't Shoot him, he's only the Piano Player!

Bryan Schimmel is one of the top Musical Directors for major Musicals in South Africa.  He has also conducted international touring companies of major productions including Chicago, We Will Rock You, Jersey Boys, Annie, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, touring to New Zealand, China, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, and all across Europe.  He brings this master class to you from the stage of the largest theatre in South Africa - the Teatro Montecasino in Johannesburg where he has music directed several productions.

Sitting on numerous audition panels with so many diverse production teams, Bryan has acquired a fully rounded perspective on almost every aspect of musical theatre auditions.

Learn about what you have control over and what you do not.  Learn about the importance of preparation, how to turn your mistakes into opportunities, how to prepare sheet music for the pianist and how and why you should take 'your moment' just before you start.